KINGS COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Cameras were not allowed in a Kings County Courtroom on Monday afternoon as 23-year-old Jonathan Maldonado Cruz, who is suspected of shooting and killing his ex-girlfriend, 22-year-old Madeline Rose Cuevas, appeared in court for the first time. Authorities say Maldonado-Cruz also kidnapped their two toddler daughters and took them to…… MORE
2 Indicted On Wire Fraud Charges Connected To Bitwise Industries
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Two men have been indicted on wire fraud charges. They’re accused of swindling investors with loans made to the failed Fresno-based startup company, Bitwise. 61-year-old David Hardcastle of Fresno and 31-year-old Andrew Adler of Connecticut are accused of luring investors and giving Bitwise $20 million in loans. In doing so, they…… MORE
Police Investigating Possible Hate Incident At Edison High School
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A student at Edison High School shared recent events at school have not made her feel safe. Those comments come after offensive markings were discovered on the Edison High School Campus in Southwest Fresno. District officials said they were first made aware of the racial slur and Nazi swastika, found in…… MORE
Protests Across California in Response to Immigration Policies, ICE Enforcement
VISALIA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Thousands gathered to protest immigration policies and ICE raids in California. In Fresno, on Sunday, protestors lined the sidewalks along Blackstone and Nees, with signs that read” Keep Families Together,” and “Don’t Deport My Grandpa.” Dozens gathered at the corner of Caldwell Avenue and Mooney Boulevard in Visalia Sunday with signs,…… MORE
Boy Stayed By Mom’s Side After She Died In Fresno County Crash, CHP Says
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/FSN) — California Highway Patrol officers say a mother lost control of her Subaru Crosstrek while leaving a friend’s house and heading home to Tollhouse. She swerved off Highway 168 at Qualls Prather Road in Auberry. “Vehicle traveled off the embankment, rolled over multiple times,” said one first responder. Officers said the…… MORE
Preparations Underway In Mountain Communities Ahead Of Storms
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — With active weather headed for Central California, local and state leaders are urging people to be prepared, especially for those living in the mountain burn scar areas. The incoming rain is triggering flood watches in both Madera and Mariposa counties. There are also flooding concerns for other parts of the Sierra…… MORE
Armenian Museum of Fresno Presenting Major Exhibition by Renowned Brothers: Paylak & Kayts Vanikian
Fresno, CA – January 29, 2025 – The Armenian Museum of Fresno is excited to announce that it will host a new exhibition featuring over 60 works by internationally recognized Armenian artists Paylak Vanikian and his brother Kayts Vanikian. The museum was recently informed of the opportunity to showcase this remarkable collection, which was originally…… MORE
Police Investigating Burglary At Shoe Store At Fashion Fair Mall
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — An investigation is underway following a burglary at a store at Fashion Fair Mall. Police say it happened after 2:30 am at Shiekh Shoes. Shortly after, authorities tried pulling over a Kia that was believed to be involved in the crime. A chase ensued, with suspects running out of the car…… MORE
Car Falls Into Sinkhole After Water Main Break In Downtown Fresno
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A roadway was left flooded after a water main broke in downtown Fresno on Thursday night. The flooding is happening at Divisadero and Fresno streets, just east of Community Regional Medical Center. The Fresno Fire Department says part of the road has started to sink. Video from the scene shows a…… MORE
Chicken Wings and the Super Bowl
Kansas City is known for its barbecue, and Philadelphia for its cheesesteaks. When it comes to Super Bowl menus, nothing is hotter than wings. The National Chicken Council released its annual Chicken Wing Report, projecting Americans will consume 1.47 billion chicken wings while watching the Chiefs and Eagles battle for the Lombardi Trophy. “Matthew McConaughey…… MORE
