Category Archives: Local News

Suspected Child Predator Nabbed by Visalia PD

Suspected Child Predator Nabbed by Visalia PD

VISALIA, Calif. (KFSN) — A man suspected of sexually assaulting a teenage girl was arrested in Visalia on Wednesday. The assault happened just after 8:45 a.m. in the area of Giddings Street and Wren Avenue. Police say the girl was walking home when a man began following her and attacked her. She was able to…MORE

Report: Steve Hilton Considering Governor Bid

Report: Steve Hilton Considering Governor Bid

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) A familiar voice to the KMJ audience is reportedly considering a bid for California Governor. Steve Hilton, who regularly appears on The Ray Appleton Show, is in “deep discussions” to launch a Gubernatorial campaign to replace Gavin Newsom when he’s termed out in two years – sources tell Politico.com. Coincidentally, the former…MORE

Second Elephant Born At Fresno Chaffee Zoo 

Second Elephant Born At Fresno Chaffee Zoo 

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Fresno Chaffee Zoo is celebrating another bundle of joy in the elephant enclosure.  A second African elephant calf is now part of the herd.  Mother, Amahle gave birth early Monday morning.  Zoo keepers say both mom and baby are doing well and will continue to be monitored.  This news comes…MORE

Registered Sex Offender Accused Of Approaching Students In Kingsburg 

Registered Sex Offender Accused Of Approaching Students In Kingsburg 

KINGSBURG, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Kingsburg police are urging families to be on alert after they say a registered sex offender approached high school students.  Officers received a report on Monday about a man in a car asking a student to come over to him in the area of Kern and Eighth.  A second report also…MORE

‘Suspicious’ Fire Breaks Out at Former Merced Sun-Star Building, Officials Say

‘Suspicious’ Fire Breaks Out at Former Merced Sun-Star Building, Officials Say

MERCED, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — An investigation is underway after a fire broke out at an office building in Merced. Crews were called out after 12:30 a.m. Tuesday to a building on G Street near Olive Avenue. Officials confirmed it was the former Merced Sun-Star Building that caught fire. When crews arrived, they say there were heavy…MORE

Body Found in Canal in Central Fresno, Officials Say

Body Found in Canal in Central Fresno, Officials Say

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Crews are working to recover a body that was found in a canal in central Fresno. Fire officials were called out after 11 am Tuesday near Maroa and Dayton. The identity of the person, or how they ended up in the canal, is unknown at this time.MORE

Valley Air District Holding Calendar Contest 

Valley Air District Holding Calendar Contest 

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Valley Air District is calling on all kids to flex their creativity.  Art submissions are now being accepted for the 2025 Healthy Air Living Kids’ calendar contest.  Kids and teens in Kindergarten through 12th grade are encouraged to create an image that shows what healthy air living means to them. …MORE

Parlier Man Accused Of Killing Over Stolen Bike Could Soon Go To Trial 

Parlier Man Accused Of Killing Over Stolen Bike Could Soon Go To Trial 

PARLIER, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A judge cleared the way on Monday for a Parlier man to stand trial for murder. Now, Edmundo Martinez could soon face a jury for the 2022 death of Jose Palafox Jr. “There is probable cause to believe that Mr. Martinez is guilty of that offense, and he will be held…MORE

Mother of 5 Stabbed to Death by Boyfriend in Goshen, Deputies Say

Mother of 5 Stabbed to Death by Boyfriend in Goshen, Deputies Say

GOSHEN, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The tragic death of 43-year-old Maria Guadalupe Cardenas Meza in Goshen has left her loved ones in shock. “She was beautiful, she was a young , vivacious, beautiful lady, friendly,” said Irma Gonzalez, a friend and neighbor of Guadalupe. She recalls watching Guadalupe going on family walks in the neighborhood often, with…MORE

Central Unified to Meet with CIF Officials After Friday’s Fight at Football Game

Central Unified to Meet with CIF Officials After Friday’s Fight at Football Game

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Central Unified School District will meet with officials for high school sports on Monday after a fight during a football game at Koligian Stadium. Justin Garza High School hosted Central for the first time ever Friday night in the Unity Game. The Grizzlies were up 40-0 over the Guardians when a…MORE