Category Archives: KMJ Top Stories

Valley Congressman Jim Costa Pushing for More Social Security Benefits

Valley Congressman Jim Costa Pushing for More Social Security Benefits

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Valley Congressman Jim Costa is pushing for increased and expanded Social Security benefits. On Monday, July 29, 2024, he hosted a telephone town hall focusing on the future of the program. Democratic Congressman John Larson from Connecticut opened the forum by talking about his Social Security 2100 Act. His proposal would include…MORE

Algae Bloom at San Luis Reservoir Prompts Warning For Humans and Pets

Algae Bloom at San Luis Reservoir Prompts Warning For Humans and Pets

The California State Water Project (SWP), which is operated and maintained by the Department of Water Resources, spans 705 miles throughout California and offers a variety of recreational opportunities at several reservoirs. When blue-green algae, also known as cyanobacteria, are present in the waterways, DWR urges all recreational users to exercise caution and always avoid contacting…MORE

Merced County Missing Person Turned Drowning Investigation, Officials Say

Merced County Missing Person Turned Drowning Investigation, Officials Say

MERCED COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The search for a missing person is now a drowning investigation. The Merced County Sheriff’s Office says the person was found dead in the Merced River. The search began late Sunday afternoon near the Hatfield State Recreation Area, about eight miles west of Stevinson. The sheriff’s dive team was called out…MORE

Fresno City Council Holding Special Meeting For Ordinance On Homeless Encampments

Fresno City Council Holding Special Meeting For Ordinance On Homeless Encampments

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Fresno City Council will be holding a special meeting Monday to introduce an ordinance designed to crack down on homeless encampments. The announcement to eliminate encampments was made just one day after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an executive order. It directs state agencies to come up with a plan to…MORE

Fresno Native Lynn Williams Scores Goal For United States At Paris Olympics

Fresno Native Lynn Williams Scores Goal For United States At Paris Olympics

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Fresno native Lynn Williams scored a goal for the United States in their 4-1 victory against Germany at the Paris Olympics. Williams was subbed into the game in the 85th minute and scored just four minutes later. The 4-1 victory sent the women’s team to the quarterfinals with a game still…MORE

Renaming Of Kings Canyon Road To Cesar Chavez Boulevard In Southeast Fresno Completed

Renaming Of Kings Canyon Road To Cesar Chavez Boulevard In Southeast Fresno Completed

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A 30-year project to rename Kings Canyon Boulevard in southeast and southwest Fresno is now complete. On Friday, the grandson of the late civil rights leader Cesar Chavez joined several city Council members for the unveiling of the last brand-new street sign. This renaming project has been controversial over the past…MORE

Fresno Man Sentenced 29 Years For Sexually Assaulting Young Children, Dog

Fresno Man Sentenced 29 Years For Sexually Assaulting Young Children, Dog

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – Gage Mason, 20, of Fresno was sentenced on Friday to 29 years in state prison for various sexual assault charges against multiple children and a dog. Mason’s sentence was handed down on July 26, 2024, by the Honorable Judge Gabriel Brickey of the Fresno County Superior Court after Mason pleaded guilty…MORE

California Suing Fresno County Over Recent Ballot Measure A – Elections for DA, Sheriff

California Suing Fresno County Over Recent Ballot Measure A – Elections for DA, Sheriff

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Fresno County is being sued by California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Secretary of State Dr. Shirley N. Weber over Measure A. The ballot measure, which was approved by nearly 55 percent voters during the March 5th election, meant elections for District Attorney and Sheriff will take place during the gubernatorial…MORE

Former Fresno State QB Jake Haener Battling Rare Skin Cancer

Former Fresno State QB Jake Haener Battling Rare Skin Cancer

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Former Fresno State and current New Orleans Saints quarterback Jake Haener has announced he has rare form of skin cancer. Haener made the announcement during a press conference at Saints training camp. A reporter asked Haener about a bandage on his face, asking if it was a “battle wound,” when Haener announced…MORE

Vendors Scramble To Find Backup Plans In Light Of Major Arthop Changes

Vendors Scramble To Find Backup Plans In Light Of Major Arthop Changes

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Normally on the first Thursday of every month, Fulton Street in Downtown is filled with over 15,000 Arthop goers and vendors. But for the August 1st event, the normal setup has been brought to a halt. Fresno City Councilmember Miguel Arias says it’s a matter of safety, but some vendors tell…MORE