Category Archives: KMJ Top Stories

Deputies Investigating Homicide in Merced County, Suspect in Custody

Deputies Investigating Homicide in Merced County, Suspect in Custody

MERCED COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Deputies have a man in custody for a deadly shooting in Merced County. It happened at about 7:30 pm Thursday at Vine and Fruitland Avenues, just outside Atwater. Deputies say one man was killed, but they have not released what led to the deadly incident. Investigators identified the suspect as Straightarrow…MORE

Woman Killed in Crash Involving Semi in Madera County, CHP Says

Woman Killed in Crash Involving Semi in Madera County, CHP Says

MADERA COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The California Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash in Madera County. The collision happened just before 6 am Friday on Avenue 12 at Riverstone Boulevard. Officers say a Chrysler was heading west on Avenue 12 when it stopped to make a left turn on Riverstone. For unknown reasons, a big…MORE

French Bulldog Reunited With Family After Being Stolen From Selma home

French Bulldog Reunited With Family After Being Stolen From Selma home

SELMA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — An adorable French Bulldog puppy is back with its family after it was stolen in Selma. The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office says Boba was found in the car with the thieves during a traffic stop early Friday morning. Just before 6 am Thursday, Rosa Serrano let her puppy named Boba outside to…MORE

Motorcyclist Killed in Suspected DUI Crash in Clovis Identified

Motorcyclist Killed in Suspected DUI Crash in Clovis Identified

CLOVIS, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The motorcyclist who was killed in a suspected DUI crash in Clovis has been identified as 37-year-old Josh Cowdrey. The crash happened just before 11 am Wednesday on Barstow at Stanford. Clovis Police say 57-year-old Tammera Pittman was driving an SUV when she made a left turn, colliding with Cowdrey. He…MORE

Hundreds of New Homes and Sports Park Coming to City of Sanger

Hundreds of New Homes and Sports Park Coming to City of Sanger

SANGER, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Preparations have begun for the construction of nearly 500 new homes in Sanger. The major project will be located on North and Bethel avenues, near Saint Mary’s Catholic Church. A total of 490 single-family homes will be built. The development will take place in four phases. Part of the first phase is…MORE

Popular Russian Tribute Band Returning to Visalia for Concert

Popular Russian Tribute Band Returning to Visalia for Concert

KINGSBURG, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A Russian band has been overwhelmed by the support from American audiences, especially in the Valley. With their spot on sounds of Chicago, Leonid and Friends can’t wait to get back to Visalia. “Beautful, beautiful town. Not very big but very unique. Unique yes, quaint. The Fox Theater, I remember it,” said…MORE

Tulare County Teen Arrested for String of Smash & Grab Burglaries

Tulare County Teen Arrested for String of Smash & Grab Burglaries

TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A 14-year-old boy is in police custody for a second time following a string of smash-and-grab burglaries targeting Tulare County businesses. Authorities say the teen crashed stolen vehicles into the stores before he and others took off with cash. The latest thefts happened Wednesday at the Tipton Dollar General and the…MORE

Controversial Bill has Arambula on the Defensive

Controversial Bill has Arambula on the Defensive

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) AB 1840, authored by Assemblyman Joaquin Arambula (D-Fresno) has created a firestorm across the Golden State. In essence, the legislation would extend home-buying assistance to qualified illegal immigrants of up to $150,000 – outraging conservatives. A handful of Senate democrats also voted “no”, but it passed none-the-less 25-14. Gov. Newsom has not…MORE

Final Performances to Wrap Up Big Fresno Fair

Final Performances to Wrap Up Big Fresno Fair

TABLE MOUNTAIN CONCERT SERIES LINE-UP Tickets will go on sale September 2, as part of an exclusive Big Fair Fan Club Pre-sale FRESNO, CA, August 28, 2024 The Big Fresno Fair is excited to announce the final two acts as part of their concert series line-up with Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea (10/5) and The All-American Rejects (10/10) as part of the Table…MORE