FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The latest Gallup poll shows a 10 point drop in economic confidence among Republicans, following the failure of Congress to hold a vote, on legislation to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act. The Dow Jones had its worst week since September after that disappointment. Confidence among Democrats has seen a minimal…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — When examining what California gets for the tax money sent to the federal government, the state ranks 47th in the nation, according to a new WalletHub analysis. Looking at how much the state receives for education and public safety, California ranks 29th. However, when it comes to infrastructure and pollution, the Golden…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The unemployment rate continues to decline, as more Californians get back into the labor force. However, there’s still a deficit of full-time employment opportunities, according to a new report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The bureau says more than 900,000 Californians last year had to take part-time gigs. In addition…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — After peaking at 69 percent in 2004, the rate of homeownership in the U.S. has fallen to a 5-decade low. According to a new UC Berkeley report, the figure has fallen to 63.4 percent, as younger Americans delay purchasing property. Researchers blame ever-increasing rents and stagnant wages, which make saving for a…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The California Air Resources Board is moving ahead with stricter smog requirements for new vehicles. The Trump Administration has been working to roll back several federal regulations implemented during the Obama Administration, which include mandating that passenger cars average 54 miles a gallon. However, California is still able to set tougher standards,…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — 95 years ago, March 23, 1922, KMJ went on the air under the San Joaquin Light and Power Corporation. Over the decades there have been numerous legendary personalities and a variety of formats; the most notable being news and talk.… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Even with major cyber attacks affecting prime institutions, many Americans lack clarity on cyber matters, especially on the technical side. According to the Pew Research Center, most internet users understand the importance of using a adequate passwords. However, when it comes to identifying potentially malicious websites, literacy continues to be low. Only…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The rusty patch bumble bee is back on the list of endangered species. The bee — responsible for pollinating cranberries, tomatoes, and peppers — was the first to be placed on the list by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The addition occurred back in January under the Obama Administration. However, President…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — More American workers are stressed out, when it comes to retirement. That’s according to a survey conducted by the Employee Benefit Research Institute, which shows that while 60 percent of workers are saving for retirement, only 40 percent have an idea of how much they’ll need, when it comes to head for…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The California Assembly has approved the placement of a $3.1 billion bond to fund state parks, on the 2018 ballot. AB 18 has narrowly received the necessary two-thirds majority vote. Democratic Assemblyman Eduardo Garcia, the measure’s author, says the goal is to improve access to parks and open spaces, especially in disadvantaged…… MORE
