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Bus of Venezuelan 19 Asylum Seekers Dropped Off At Fresno Mission

Bus of Venezuelan 19 Asylum Seekers Dropped Off At Fresno Mission

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Fresno Mission had 19 Venezuelan migrants dropped off on a bus at its front doors on Thursday. While the non-profit has opened its doors and resources for the group, they’re also asking the community for help. “This isn’t a political issue; it’s a matter of compassion and basic human dignity,”…MORE

Lunar New Year Celebrations Taking Place in California

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — It’s time to get ready for the Lunar New Year. Also known as Chinese New Year – February 10 marks the start of the traditional Chinese Calendar. 2024 is the year of the Dragon. Here’s a list of events happening throughout California: Friday, January 26 – February 18 EVENT: Mulan’s Lunar New Year…MORE

Tulare Man Convicted of Child Molestation Faces 550 Years in Prison

Tulare Man Convicted of Child Molestation Faces 550 Years in Prison

TULARE COUNTY, CA (KMJ) – A registered sex offender already convicted as child molester in Tulare is now facing hundreds of years behind bars for a new crime. 59-year-old James Mills was found guilty on Monday, January 29th, 2024 of 11 felony counts of lewd acts on a child under 14, and one count of…MORE

First Round of Storms Arrive in Central Valley

First Round of Storms Arrive in Central Valley

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — An Atmospheric River has officially reached Central California. The first round of storms arrived with light rainfall Wednesday evening that turned into stronger rainfall Thursday morning. The storms are also bringing rainfall and snow to Southern and Northern California. Some parts of the North Valley and Foothill communities could see heavier…MORE

1 Killed, 1 Hospitalized Following Crash in Fresno County Near Parlier: CHP

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — One person has died following a crash in Fresno County early Wednesday morning. The California Highway Patrol says it happened just outside the city of Parlier, on Manning and Riverbend Avenues. Officers say a Jeep Cherokee was speeding west on Manning, and unsafely cut off a Honda Civic. The Jeep…MORE

Memorial Dedication Held for Officer Gonzalo Carrasco Jr., One Year After His Death

Memorial Dedication Held for Officer Gonzalo Carrasco Jr., One Year After His Death

SELMA, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — It was a solemn ceremony on Wednesday, marking one year since Selma Police Officer Gonzalo Carrasco Jr. was killed in the line of duty. The department unveiled a monument that will serve as a permanent tribute to his life and legacy. It’s one year without Carrasco Jr’s warm smile. One year…MORE

What is an Atmospheric River? Storms Expected to Hit Central California This Evening

What is an Atmospheric River? Storms Expected to Hit Central California This Evening

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — An Atmospheric River is expected to hit Central California this week. The first round of storms is expected to begin Wednesday night into Thursday morning. Rain totals are expected to reach one to two inches, where some areas in the Foothills could get three inches. The rainfall is expected to begin between…MORE

California Snow Survey Reflects “Modest Increase” Says DWR

California Snow Survey Reflects “Modest Increase” Says DWR

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The Department of Water Resources (DWR) today conducted the second snow survey of the season at Phillips Station. The manual survey recorded 29 inches of snow depth and a snow water equivalent of 10 inches, which is 58 percent of average for this location. The snow water equivalent measures the amount of water…MORE