Category Archives: KMJ Top Stories

New Dog Park Opens in Clovis

New Dog Park Opens in Clovis

CLOVIS, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — KMJ’s News Partner – ABC 30 Action News – was in the Clovis neighborhood to check out the city’s second dog park. Monday marked the soft-opening for the new green space at Letterman Park — on Villa near Barstow. Dogs and their human companions are invited to come check out the…MORE

2 Suspects in Shooting Involving Police in Northeast Fresno Identified

2 Suspects in Shooting Involving Police in Northeast Fresno Identified

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Two of three suspects involved in a northeast Fresno home invasion robbery that ended in a shooting involving police officers have been identified. Fresno police have identified the suspects as 37-year-old Amicho Mancia and 43-year-old Antwoine Mancia. Investigators say Amicho, Antwoine and an unidentified third suspect forced their way into an…MORE

Ludacris To Headline Fresno Grizzlies’ Tequila Fest at Chukchansi Park

Ludacris To Headline Fresno Grizzlies’ Tequila Fest at Chukchansi Park

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — We’ve learned the artist that will have some of you rolling out to Chukchansi Park this Summer. Ludacris is returning to the Central Valley to take the stage for Tequila Fest. The Fresno Grizzlies announced the Grammy Award-winning rapper and actor will headline the concert on May 17. You might know Ludacris…MORE

Police Investigating Possible Hate Incident at Edison High School

Police Investigating Possible Hate Incident at Edison High School

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — An investigation is underway after a possible hate incident and theft at a southwest Fresno high school. The Fresno Teacher’s Association posted a statement saying there was an anti-African American racial slur and nazi symbol carved into a structure on the Edison High School Campus. Keisha Thomas, the School Board Trustee who…MORE

Trump Tours LA wildfires After Threats to Withhold Aid Over Water Policy, Voter ID

Trump Tours LA wildfires After Threats to Withhold Aid Over Water Policy, Voter ID

LOS ANGELES, CA (KMJ/KFSN) – President Donald Trump landed in California on Friday afternoon to tour damage caused by wildfires in Los Angeles on Friday as he continues to feud with California Gov. Gavin Newsom over his handling of the disaster and federal aid. Trump and first lady Melania Trump were greeted on the tarmac…MORE

Popular Local Restaurant Landing Soon at Fresno Yosemite International Airport

Popular Local Restaurant Landing Soon at Fresno Yosemite International Airport

Popular Local Restaurant Landing Soon at Fresno Yosemite International Airport Fresno Yosemite International Airport Fresno, CA – A local culinary favorite is landing at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to complement the airport’s existing food and beverage concession program.  Los Amigos Mexican Restaurant will operate a 2,000 square foot mariachi and vibrant folklórico themed restaurant space in the…MORE

Fresno County Firefighters Shift To Battle Hughes Fire Burning Near Castaic

Fresno County Firefighters Shift To Battle Hughes Fire Burning Near Castaic

VISALIA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Footage shared by Fresno County CAL FIRE shows crews on the frontlines of the Hughes Fire, burning near Castaic. A total of two strike teams, including ten engines and two bulldozers, are on the ground. “They were extinguishing hot spots in proving containment on open flings of the fire and really…MORE

SpaceX Launch Spotted Over Central Valley

SpaceX Launch Spotted Over Central Valley

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) A Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink craft lifted off from Vandenberg Space Force Base Friday morning just after 6 a.m. PT. It was spotted by several concerned KMJ listeners who contacted the station. The Falcon 9’s first stage booster returned to Earth about eight minutes after liftoff, touching down in the…MORE

Sex Offender Nabbed After Motorcycle Chase

Sex Offender Nabbed After Motorcycle Chase

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) A local sex offender is back behind bars after failing to elude Fresno County Sheriff’s deputies. Around 12:30 pm on Thursday, a deputy on patrol near W. Dudley and N. Marks Ave. attempted to stop a motorcycle that did not have a visible license plate. The rider, later identified as 56 year…MORE

California Legislature Approves $2.5 Billion for State Response to LA-Area Fires

California Legislature Approves $2.5 Billion for State Response to LA-Area Fires

SACRAMENTO (AP) — California will spend $2.5 billion to help the Los Angeles area recover from recent deadly wildfires under a relief package approved Thursday by state lawmakers. Both Democrats and Republicans supported the bills, and Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom plans to sign the package later Thursday. The proposals include $2.5 billion for the state’s…MORE