Category Archives: KMJ Top Stories

Man Sentenced for 2023 Northeast Fresno DUI Crash

Man Sentenced for 2023 Northeast Fresno DUI Crash

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Family members of 22-year-old Amaya Chenot expressed their final thoughts in court Wednesday after her tragic death in April 2023. “I will always keep her memory alive by talking about her,” says her aunt, Tawney Chenot. “Another day without you, Amaya, but your vibrant spirit remains alive in our hearts. You were…MORE

Multiple Dogs Killed in Fresno County Fire

Multiple Dogs Killed in Fresno County Fire

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — An early-morning fire in Fresno County has destroyed a mobile home and left several dogs dead. The fire was first reported at about 7:30 am on Clarkson and 6th — that’s just outside the city of Kingsburg. There is a home, some trailers and at least one shed on the property.…MORE

Authorities Warn Of Political Violence As Central CA Officials Work To Protect Your Vote

Authorities Warn Of Political Violence As Central CA Officials Work To Protect Your Vote

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — With recent high-profile voting scares at the top of voters’ minds, elections officials say they are working around the clock to protect your vote in Central California. “We are very confident that in Fresno County, it will be a free and fair election,” Fresno County Clerk and Registrar of Voters James…MORE

Southwest Airlines To Continue Seasonal Flights From Fresno To Dallas In June 2025

Southwest Airlines To Continue Seasonal Flights From Fresno To Dallas In June 2025

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Southwest Airlines will once again show Fresno fliers some “Love” next summer. The airline announced it will resume its seasonal service from Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Dallas Love Field beginning June 7. The flights will offer passengers convenient travel options and connectivity to the East Coast. Southwest will also increase…MORE

Fresno Police Arrest 3 Suspects for Shootings That Killed 2 Men

Fresno Police Arrest 3 Suspects for Shootings That Killed 2 Men

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Three suspects have been arrested for a pair of deadly shootings in Fresno this year. The first shooting happened on Tuesday, September 10 near Abby Street and Garland Avenue. Fresno police say 35-year-old Sylvester Choi and two other people were found with gunshot wounds. Choi was taken to a local hospital,…MORE

Fresno County Seeing Increase in DUI Incidents ahead of Holidays

Fresno County Seeing Increase in DUI Incidents ahead of Holidays

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — As the holiday season approaches, Fresno County law enforcement is taking action to address the increase in DUI incidents this year. During a press conference Wednesday morning, Fresno County District Attorney Lisa Smittcamp announced the county is dealing with an uptick in DUI cases. In 2023, they filed more than 4,800…MORE

Heist Halted: International Crew Nabbed For Bank Robberies Across California 

Heist Halted: International Crew Nabbed For Bank Robberies Across California 

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A band of international outlaws hit Valley ATMs and other money machines across the state to steal millions of dollars. Disguised in construction vests and medical masks, the group allegedly cased buildings holding ATMs to coordinate their plan of attack. The FBI began investigating the group in May after an attempt…MORE

Family Shares Heartbreak After Mother And Son Killed During Tulare Home Invasion

Family Shares Heartbreak After Mother And Son Killed During Tulare Home Invasion

TULARE, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Surveillance video from last Thursday morning allegedly shows a burglar trying to break into a home on Berkeley Way in Tulare. It appears he sees the camera then turns and moves on another home nearby. That’s where police say 30-year-old Fabian Gamez tried to enter through the backyard, when he was…MORE

Funding To Help Restore Warnors Theatre In Downtown Fresno

Funding To Help Restore Warnors Theatre In Downtown Fresno

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Fresno city leaders are working to restore a well-known historic landmark downtown. Tuesday afternoon, council member Miguel Arias allocated nearly $87,000 of District 3 infrastructure funds for emergency roof repairs at Warnors Theatre. The theater first opened 96 years ago, in 1928. The money will be used to remove debris, pressure…MORE

At Least 2 Killed In Fiery Head-on Crash In Merced County

At Least 2 Killed In Fiery Head-on Crash In Merced County

MERCED COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — At least two people have died following a head-on crash in Merced County early Wednesday morning. The California Highway Patrol says it happened just before 1 am on I-5 near Highway 152, west of Los Banos. Officers say a person driving a Honda was going north on I-5 when they…MORE