Category Archives: KMJ Top Stories

KMJ Hosts Blast Insurance Commissioner’s Travel

KMJ Hosts Blast Insurance Commissioner’s Travel

California’s Insurance Commissioner has been racking up some serious frequent flyer miles since taking office in 2019. An explosive investigative report by ABC 7 Bay Area KGO has exposed Ricardo Lara’s extensive travels around the world – all on the taxpayer’s dime. Among the exotic destinations Lara visited: Chile, Costa Rica, Colombia, Egypt, France, Ireland,…MORE

Fresno Police Officer Passes Away After Battle With Cancer

Fresno Police Officer Passes Away After Battle With Cancer

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A Clovis West graduate turned Fresno police officer has died after a battle with cancer. On Monday, the Fresno Police Department announced that Officer Ryan Torres had passed away the previous Friday. Torres began his journey in law enforcement as a police cadet in 2021, He went on to serve the department…MORE

Fresno County Health Officials Confirm Pediatric Flu and RSV Deaths

Fresno County Health Officials Confirm Pediatric Flu and RSV Deaths

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Health officials have confirmed the first two pediatric deaths during this year’s respiratory virus season in Fresno County. The Department of Health says a 13-month-old baby girl died of the flu, and they had not been vaccinated for flu or RSV. A 17-month-old boy also died from RSV. Their vaccination status…MORE

‘Pillowcase Rapist’ Released from Coalinga Hospital

‘Pillowcase Rapist’ Released from Coalinga Hospital

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) The man known as the “Pillowcase Rapist” has been released from Coalinga State Hospital. Christopher Hubbart is now residing in the Los Angeles County community of Juniper Hills, much to the dismay of many of its residents. According to reports, the town was only given a 48-hour heads-up that Hubbart would be…MORE

13-Year-Old Driver Killed in Crash With Semi in Fresno County Identified

13-Year-Old Driver Killed in Crash With Semi in Fresno County Identified

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Authorities have identified a 13-year-old driver who was killed in a crash involving a big rig in Fresno County last week. The crash happened just after 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at Manning and Ohio, south of Mendota. Authorities say 13-year-old Blain Chandler’s vehicle veered into the opposite lane, hitting a semi-truck. The…MORE

PG&E Seeks Rate Hike So Shareholders Can Profit More. Here’s What It Could Cost You

PG&E Seeks Rate Hike So Shareholders Can Profit More. Here’s What It Could Cost You

SAN FRANCISCO (KMJ/KFSN} — On Thursday, Pacific Gas and Electric asked state regulators to charge customers more so shareholders can profit more. It’s a process that happens every three years. Even though PG&E customers pay some of the highest energy bills in the country, even though PG&E has shattered profit records, the utility is now asking…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

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