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 (KMJ) — A section of Highway 58 east of Bakersfield is currently closed after a gas spill there Sunday night. “At about 11.15, we got a call about a multiple vehicle traffic collision that was involving a semi-truck that had overturned”, explains CHP Officer Justin Foraker. “Looks like that vehicle overturned and when that…… MORE
MADERA (KMJ) — All three suspects identified in the Madera ride-along shooting have been arrested. James Cruz was a passenger in the vehicle from which shots were fired at a Madera PD patrol car early Sunday morning. He was apprehended Friday evening – the final one of the three to be placed into custody. “They…… MORE
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Fresno County Sheriff Margaret Mims and MAGEC announced the results of an ongoing investigation primarily focused on one criminal street gang in Calwa on Friday. They are responsible for crimes such as murder, robbery, drug dealing, human trafficking and illegal gun trafficking. Since the beginning of the year, law enforcement has…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — Four local good causes each receive a share of a big charitable donation – all funds generated by the Fallen Heroes Car Show. The show, which was originally held on October 1st outside Clovis’ Sierra Vista Mall, was put together by the Central Valley Mustang Club. “We want to thank all the…… MORE
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Two longtime staff members with the City of Clovis are retiring. Clovis Finance Director Jamie Hughson and General Services Director Robert Ford plan to retire effective December 31st. Finance Director Jamie Hughson has been with the City of Clovis for 29 years starting as an Accountant back In 1987 shortly after becoming…… MORE
(KMJ) – The Tulare County Sheriff’s Office confirms the man who used a handgun to rob the Bank of the West in Orosi just before noon Thursday has been caugt. He is identified as 40-year old Isidro Hernandez. Deputies say he was found and arrested outside of his Orosi home thanks to tips from the…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — A pause in the search effort at Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park – for a hiker who hasn’t been in contact for almost two weeks. Robert ‘Bob’ Woodie was last heard of on October 15th when he electronically ‘checked in’ – near Barret Lakes. The 74 year old’s actions since then…… 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
