Category Archives: KMJ Top Stories

Report: HHS Sec. Becerra Pondering Bid for Calif. Governor

Report: HHS Sec. Becerra Pondering Bid for Calif. Governor

SACRAMENTO, CA (KMJ) Another prominent political figure is reportedly considering a bid to replace Gavin Newsom in the Governor’s office. Politico is reporting current Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra is considering leaving the Biden administration to mount a run for California governor in 2026. “I miss California,” Becerra, 66, said at a healthcare…MORE

Community Fundraising for 9-Year-Old Boy Battling Cancer for Second Time

Community Fundraising for 9-Year-Old Boy Battling Cancer for Second Time

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) – A local boy is battling cancer for a second time and his family is asking for your help. The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office shared this photo (above) on its Facebook page, showing Sheriff John Zanoni with 9-year-old Tristen Graham. In 2019, at just four-years-old, Tristen was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia.…MORE

Suspect Slams Truck into Fresno Lululemon During Burglary

Suspect Slams Truck into Fresno Lululemon During Burglary

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) – A Northwest Fresno Lululemon was targeted once again by thieves last month. Surveillance video captured the dramatic moments as a suspect backed his truck through the doors of the Fig Garden clothing store, shattering the glass. Once inside, the man grabbed several items and tossed them into the back of his…MORE

Court: Fong Can Stay on November Congressional Ballot

Court: Fong Can Stay on November Congressional Ballot

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — An appeals court has ruled that Assemblyman Vince Fong can stay on the ballot in the race for Congressional District 20. This follows an appeal by the Secretary of State, aimed at limiting how many political races Fong was allowed to run in. During the March Primary election, Fong was on…MORE

Mendota Teen Nabbed for Murder, Mutilating Body

Mendota Teen Nabbed for Murder, Mutilating Body

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) — A teenage suspect has been arrested for killing a man and dismembering his body in Fresno County. The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office says an 18-year-old man was arrested Friday for the murder of 20-year-old Fraylee Hernandez (pictured below). Hernandez’s body was found in a parked car in the middle of…MORE

Ag Detectives Searching for Owners of Abandoned Horses

Ag Detectives Searching for Owners of Abandoned Horses

TULARE, CA (KMJ) Tulare County agriculture crime detectives are on the hunt for the owner of a pair of abandoned horses. The animals had been found in a horse trailer and were believed to have been there for two days before they were discovered on April 1. Detectives believe the horses were dropped off at…MORE

Valley Brewer Gives New Option For Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Valley Brewer Gives New Option For Non-Alcoholic Drinks

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) -Call it a “next to beer” experience. Hazard’s Hop Water is offering those who prefer a non-alcoholic beverage a new option. “We have our classic citra, lime and mint, passion fruit and grapefruit,” says brewer Ryan Hansen. Brewer Ryan Hansen has perfected his craft over the last decade but found a recipe…MORE

Fresno Couple Travels to Texas for Solar Eclipse

Fresno Couple Travels to Texas for Solar Eclipse

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A total solar eclipse will cross the country for the first time in seven years. Hotels are booked, highways are crowded, and some places have even issued a state of emergency ahead of the big event. The path of totality across the US spans from southern Texas to northern Maine. Among those…MORE

Former Fresno State Basketball Player Winfred “Wimp” Walton Passed Away

(KMJ) – Former Fresno State basketball player Winfred “Wimp” Walton passed away Monday morning according to his family. Walton played for Jerry Tarkanian at Fresno State during the 1997-98 season. Walton was averaging 11 points and 6 rebounds per game, playing alongside Rafer Alston, Chris Herren, and Tremaine Fowlkes. He was a McDonald’s All American…MORE