Category Archives: KMJ Top Stories

Man Arrested For ‘Unprovoked’ Stabbing in Los Banos

Man Arrested For ‘Unprovoked’ Stabbing in Los Banos

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A man was arrested after police say he stabbed the owner of a Los Banos Jiu-Jitsu business on Monday night. The Los Banos Police Department is calling it an “unprovoked” attack. Officers arrested 25-year-old Reginald Scott Grimes Jr. after witnesses identified him as the suspect. Family members confirm the victim is Scott…MORE

Keeping Outdoor Shelter Dogs Cool Amid Triple-Digit Heat in Selma

Keeping Outdoor Shelter Dogs Cool Amid Triple-Digit Heat in Selma

SELMA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Outdoor misters, a shaded area, buckets of water and small pools are ways employees are ensuring the outdoor dogs at the Selma Animal Services Shelter are staying cool during the triple digit heat. “It’s very comfortable for the animals, very safe and it’s a safe environment and we’re hoping one day that…MORE

Vendor Applications Open for Fresno’s ‘Fiestas Patrias’

Vendor Applications Open for Fresno’s ‘Fiestas Patrias’

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — If you want to participate in an event highlighting Latino culture in Downtown Fresno, applications are now open for “Fiestas Patrias.” The Downtown Fresno partnership is seeking vendors to set up during the celebration. Applications close on Sunday, August 11. Organizers say it’s essential that you complete the entire application as incomplete…MORE

Clovis City Council Considers Adding Ballot Measure To Raise Sales Tax

Clovis City Council Considers Adding Ballot Measure To Raise Sales Tax

CLOVIS, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Clovis City Council is considering adding a measure to the November ballot that would ask voters to approve a 1% increase of the city’s sales tax.  The city of Clovis says over the past 15 years, the population has grown 40%.  With more people using city streets, parks, emergency and…MORE

Fire Breaks Out At Vacant Home In Fresno’s Tower District

Fire Breaks Out At Vacant Home In Fresno’s Tower District

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A homeowner will soon be assessing damages from an early morning fire in central Fresno’s Tower District. It was first reported just before one this morning on Ferger near Olive. The home was vacant and the windows were boarded up. Fire crews were able to get the flames out quickly. The…MORE

Good Samaritan Saves Drowning Person At Lost Lake

Good Samaritan Saves Drowning Person At Lost Lake

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A Good Samaritan jumped into action to save a man who was struggling in the water at Lost Lake in Fresno County over the weekend. Just before 6 o’clock Sunday evening Cal Fire, the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office, and American Ambulance responded to call of person in distress in the…MORE

Cedar Avenue in Fresno Closes This Week Due to High Speed Rail Construction

Cedar Avenue in Fresno Closes This Week Due to High Speed Rail Construction

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Starting Monday, Cedar Avenue between North and Central Avenues in south Fresno will be closed every day between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. This is part of the construction for the first 32-mile stretch of high-speed rail between Avenue 19 in Madera County and East American Avenue in Fresno County. The construction…MORE

Parolee Arrested in Chowchilla, Accused of Violent Sexual Assault of a Minor

Parolee Arrested in Chowchilla, Accused of Violent Sexual Assault of a Minor

CHOWCHILLA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Chowchilla Police say they have arrested a parolee for the violent sexual assault of a minor. Arthur Dean Knapp, 40, is accused of multiple crimes, including rape, assault and attempted murder. The department received a call back on August 1 about the assault. The victim was so severely injured that they were…MORE

Fresno Businesses Struggle to Stay Open Due to Heat, High PG&E Bills

Fresno Businesses Struggle to Stay Open Due to Heat, High PG&E Bills

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — High energy bills tied in with high food costs to increases in wages, the small mom and pop shops are struggling to keep up. You may remember seeing The Pickled Deli in northeast Fresno featured on ABC30’s Dine and Dish. Owner Nicholas Huerta says they’ve had to cut back on hours as excessive…MORE

KMJ’s Regional Manager Patty Hixson Chosen As Honoree in Top Ten Professional Women and Leading Business Awards

KMJ’s Regional Manager Patty Hixson Chosen As Honoree in Top Ten Professional Women and Leading Business Awards

From Marjaree Mason Center: The Top Ten Professional Women & Leading Business Awards, presented by CalViva Health, are a hallmark awards ceremony that highlights the achievements and commitment of individuals who have raised the bar in their professions and enriched the lives of others. 2024 Top Ten Professional Women Honorees: This year will also recognize…MORE