Category Archives: KMJ Top Stories

Merced Co. Sheriff's Office Calls on Community to Support Former Deputy After Tornado Strikes
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- The Merced County Sheriff's Office is calling on its community to support Former Deputy Sheriff Daryl Allen after his home was leveled and his family was hospitalized by a tor...
Liz Kern Apr 28, 2026

Livingston Coach Arrested for Possessing Child Sex Abuse Material, Deputies Say
MERCED COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) -- A Merced County coach is accused of possessing child sex abuse material. 21-year-old Daniel Lucatero-Bucio of Delhi was arrested after the Merced County Sheriff's Offic...
Liz Kern Apr 28, 2026

Tulare County Detective Randy Hoppert Laid to Rest
TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) -- Family and fellow law enforcement gathered on Tuesday to honor the life of Tulare County Detective Randy Hoppert. Funeral services were held at Visalia First Assembly w...
Liz Kern Apr 28, 2026

Community Gathers in Fowler to Commemorate Armenian Genocide
FOWLER, Calif. (KFSN) -- A Fresno County community came together to commemorate the Armenian Genocide. The City of Fowler gathered at Donny Wright Park this morning to recognize the history of the Arm...
Liz Kern Apr 27, 2026

Monroe Elementary in Fresno County Cancels Classes Due to Nearby Ammonia Leak
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) -- Students were sent home early from Monroe Elementary School after an ammonia leak was reported at a winery across the street. Fresno County fire crews responded to the ...
Liz Kern Apr 27, 2026

Rain Damage Threatens Valley Cherry Harvest Despite Large Crop
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) -- Valley cherry orchards are carrying a large crop this season, but as much as 40% of the fruit might not get harvested because of rain-related damage. "Depending on the ...
Liz Kern Apr 27, 2026

Public Viewing for Tulare County Deputy Randy Hoppert
TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) -- Monday afternoon is the public viewing for Tulare County Deputy Randy Hoppert. The slain detective was shot and killed on April 9. Deputies were assisting with an armed...
Liz Kern Apr 27, 2026

California Voter ID Initiative Qualifies for November Ballot
(KMJ) Californian voters this fall will decide whether to require proof of citizenship at the polls. A Republicanbacked voter ID initiative has qualified for the November ballot, a major win for Assem...
Blake Taylor Apr 27, 2026 dizanna / Depositphotos.com

Reedley Man Held in Deadly DUI Canal Crash
FRESNO COUNTY, CA (KMJ) A young woman is dead and a Fresno County man is in jail after a DUI crash into the Friant-Kern Canal. California Highway Patrol officers were called just after 11PM Thursday n...
Blake Taylor Apr 27, 2026

Body of Missing Fowler Man Recovered from Digester at National Raisin Company Facility
FOWLER, Calif. (KFSN) -- The body of a Fowler man reported missing from a National Raisin Company facility was recovered Friday morning, according to police. Fowler police confirmed that Juan Patino's...
Liz Kern Apr 24, 2026
Poll
Daily Buzz Question: 5.7.26
As a driver, do e‑bikes and e‑scooters concern you on the road?
Yes, very much
Somewhat
Not really
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Voting Ends: May 7, 2026 | 7:00 PM




