FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — 70 percent of voters believe the 2016 election is of greater importance, than previous campaigns. That’s according to the latest Gallup poll, which has found similar feelings over the past three elections. Prior to 2004, voters weren’t as likely to regard the presidential election as vital. Pollsters say Republicans feel the outcome…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — So-called ballot selfies are against the law in California, but not for much longer. A new law will reverse a 125-year-old provision of the election code, which prohibits you from revealing the contents of your marked ballot. It doesn’t take effect, however, until January. So, if you feel inclined to share your…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — $15 billion. According to American Lung Association, that’s how much pollution caused by automobiles costs the Golden State each year, in health and climate expenses. The association’s new study claims every tank of gas burned costs more than $18, in so-called hidden health costs. Researchers believe further adopting zero-emission vehicles will lead…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — According to a new Runner’s World Magazine survey, 43 percent of women report having been harassed during a run. The figure is even higher, at 58 percent, for women under 30. Just over a fifth of female runners say they take pepper spray with them, and about 1 percent take a loaded…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Across 13 states impacted by the multiyear drought, approximately 1.8 million single-family homes are at extreme or high risk of being damaged by wildfires. New data from CoreLogic shows the cost of reconstructing those properties is nearly $500 billion. The number of homes in the moderate-to-low risk category is 27 million, with…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The latest Consumer Reports survey shows the most safe vehicles made today come from Lexus, Toyota, and Buick. It marks the first time a domestic brand has made the top 3, since the magazine began tracking auto reliability back in the early 80s. Audi and KIA were the next highest performers. As…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — There are 17 statewide initiatives on the November ballot. According to a new CalSpeaks survey, 3 of those measures appear to have overwhelming support. Those include legalizing recreational marijuana use, an effort to increase transparency in the legislature, as well as tougher restrictions on the guns and ammunition. Meanwhile, Proposition 62, which would…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — A new study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety finds that most headlights on late-model pickup trucks perform poorly. Despite its generally high rating and LEDs, the new Ford F-150 is said to have inadequate lighting. The 2016 Chevrolet Colorado is one of the worst when it comes to headlight performance. The…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — 76 percent of Americans now say they have a “great deal” of respect, for the police officers who serve their community. According to the latest Gallup poll, that’s a 12 percent increase compared to the figure from last year. Gallup has asked Americans for their opinion on law enforcement 9 times, since 1965.…… MORE
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The Golden State is seeing the largest number of new cases of sexually transmitted diseases. According to the CDC, diseases like chlamydia, syphilis, and gonorrhea, have risen significantly over the past 5 years. STD prevention funding stagnated during that time. The increase has been seen primarily among those between the ages of 15…… MORE
