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4 People Stabbed With Sickle At Bus Stop And Food Plant In Atwater

4 People Stabbed With Sickle At Bus Stop And Food Plant In Atwater

ATWATER, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Four people have been hospitalized following a stabbing in Atwater on Wednesday morning.  Police say it happened at about 11 a.m. in the area of Atwater Boulevard and First Street.  Authorities say a man, now identified as 38-year-old Isidro Chavez Gonzales, walked up to three people waiting for the bus and…MORE

Man Hit And Killed By Train In Merced County

Man Hit And Killed By Train In Merced County

MERCED COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — An investigation is underway in Merced County after a man was hit and killed by a train.  The deadly collision happened off Highway 99 at Vista Avenue just after 10 a.m. Thursday.  Merced County Sheriff’s deputies say a man in his 30s was pushing along a bike next to the…MORE

Eligible Californians May Submit Taxes for Free Says AG Bonta

Eligible Californians May Submit Taxes for Free Says AG Bonta

OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta today issued a consumer alert urging Californians to learn about free or low-cost tax filing options. As Tax Day approaches, many Californians may seek out assistance with filing their state and federal tax returns. Through the IRS Direct File and CalFile programs, eligible California taxpayers can file their 2024 federal and state taxes for…MORE

Costa: Dismantling of Dept. of Ed an “Unconstitutional Attack”

Costa: Dismantling of Dept. of Ed an “Unconstitutional Attack”

FRESNO, Calif. – Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21) released the following statement after President Donald Trump signed an executive order attempting to abolish the United States Department of Education. “President Trump says he’s putting America first, but instead, he’s putting America’s kids last. He continues to abuse his power by trying to abolish the Department of…MORE

Clovis High School Receives Luxury Car Donation 

Clovis High School Receives Luxury Car Donation 

CLOVIS, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A recent donation is fueling excitement for local high school students.  On Wednesday, Clovis High’s Automotive CTE Pathway received a luxury car donation from Future Ford Clovis.  The dealership gifted the school a 2023 Lincoln Aviator SUV.  Teachers say students will now get experience with newer technology and state-of-the-art systems.  Future…MORE

Students Showcasing STEM Research At Fresno County Science Fair 

Students Showcasing STEM Research At Fresno County Science Fair 

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Middle and high school students are showcasing their detailed research in the STEM field at the Fresno Fairgrounds this week.  Two-hundred students are taking part in the Fresno County Science Fair, promoting their interest and knowledge in science, mathematics and engineering.  Their findings have been on display since Monday. This is…MORE

USDA Cuts To Local Food Programs Could Impact Tulare County Nonprofits 

USDA Cuts To Local Food Programs Could Impact Tulare County Nonprofits 

TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The USDA and Trump administration’s $1 billion in cuts to food programs are threatening local facilities, including Foodlink of Tulare County.  Executive director, Andrea Kelly says they are facing cuts of about $100,000  “That’s 12 full truckloads, semi truckloads full of food, right? You know, almost 1 million pounds of…MORE

Visalia Native Heads To Missouri To Help Storm Victims With Red Cross 

Visalia Native Heads To Missouri To Help Storm Victims With Red Cross 

VISALIA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A powerful storm system has caused violent tornadoes and devastating wildfires over the weekend across the Midwest and South. The tornadoes destroyed entire neighborhoods, and volunteers like Wesley Hammer are stepping in to help those that’ve lost everything.  Hammer packed his bags and left for Missouri on Wednesday.  Volunteering for the…MORE

29-Year-Old Woman Killed in Single-Car Crash in Madera County Identified

29-Year-Old Woman Killed in Single-Car Crash in Madera County Identified

MADERA COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The woman who was killed in a single-car crash in Madera County has been identified as 29-year-old Graciela Rodriguez Urena. The crash happened just before 12:30 pm Monday near Avenue 17 and Road 28 1/2. The California Highway Patrol says Urena was driving with her baby boy in the backseat. For…MORE

4 People Stabbed With Sickle at Atwater Bus Stop

4 People Stabbed With Sickle at Atwater Bus Stop

ATWATER, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Four people have been hospitalized following a stabbing in Atwater on Wednesday morning. Police say it happened at about 11:00 a.m. in the area of Atwater Boulevard and First Street. Authorities say a man, now identified as 38-year-old Isidro Chavez Gonzales, walked up to a bus stop and stabbed three people using…MORE