Category Archives: KMJ Top Stories

List of Cooling Centers Open in Central California as Temperatures Rise

List of Cooling Centers Open in Central California as Temperatures Rise

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) – Hotter days are returning to Central California and not everyone has access to air conditioning to escape the heat. Authorities in Valley cities and counties have opened designated cooling centers for the public. The centers are meant to provide relief to residents in need of an escape from the Valley’s scorching…MORE

27 Year Anniversary of Disappearance, 15 Year-Old Winton Girl Still Missing

27 Year Anniversary of Disappearance, 15 Year-Old Winton Girl Still Missing

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – It’s a case that has never been solved. Friday, May 31, 2024 makes 27 years since 15-year-old Vanessa Dawn Smith disappeared while walking near her home in Winton The Merced County Sheriff’s Dept. hopes to solve the cold case. It was around 7:00 at night, that Vanessa Dawn Smith left her…MORE

$10,000 Donated to Fresno’s Marjaree Mason Center

$10,000 Donated to Fresno’s Marjaree Mason Center

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A generous donation will help survivors of domestic violence and the mission to prevent it. Fresno County Sheriff John Zanoni presented a $10,000 check on Wednesday to the Marjaree Mason Center outside its new facility that’s currently under construction. The funding will benefit the “Courage Takes Root” capital campaign to enhance the…MORE

Some Residents Able to Visit Fresno Chaffee Zoo at Discounted Price

Some Residents Able to Visit Fresno Chaffee Zoo at Discounted Price

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Fresno Chaffee Zoo is participating in a national program that expands access to educational and cultural experiences. The zoo is joining the “Museums For All” initiative, a national program aimed at advancing equity and inclusion. It enables families receiving food assistance benefits to gain free or reduced admission to more…MORE

Measles Exposure Confirmed in Fresno County by the Health Dept.

Measles Exposure Confirmed in Fresno County by the Health Dept.

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A measles exposure is confirmed in Fresno County by the Health Dept. A passenger on a flight to Fresno was confirmed to be traveling with measles. The Fresno County Department of Public Halth says a non-Fresno County resident who traveled from LAX to Fresno Yosemite International Airport on May 19, 2024,…MORE

Crews Battle Grass Fire Near Mendota

Crews Battle Grass Fire Near Mendota

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Crews are working to contain the Mateo Fire, a grass fire burning in western Fresno County. It broke out just before 3 am Wednesday on Highway 180 near San Mateo Avenue, east of Mendota. At last check, it’s scorched 407 acres with no reported containment. It started as a car fire on…MORE

Habit Burger Grill Opening New Location in Northeast Fresno

Habit Burger Grill Opening New Location in Northeast Fresno

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A popular burger spot in the Valley is set to open its newest location in Fresno. Habit Burger Grill will open its fifth Fresno location at Willow and Shepherd, in The Row at Heritage Grove Shopping Center. On top of burgers and fries, you can order sandwiches, salads, shakes and more.…MORE

Veteran Honored at Fresno Memorial Day Service, Avenue of Flags Dedication

Veteran Honored at Fresno Memorial Day Service, Avenue of Flags Dedication

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Hundreds gathered at Fresno Memorial Gardens to honor heroes on Monday. “A lot of the veterans remember them everyday, but today is the one day of year that hopefully the nation has a little extra prayer for their brothers and sisters that we’ve lost,” said Army Veteran John Schuler. Schuler says…MORE