FRESNO (KMJ) — As investigators in Nevada piece together what led to the largest mass shooting in modern U.S. history, an expert in the Central Valley says vigilance is key to preventing future tragedies. The perpetrator of Sunday’s incident in Las Vegas has been identified as 64 year old Stephen Paddock, and those who knew…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — After what is now considered the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history, lines are growing outside Las Vegas’ blood donation centers as residents do whatever they can to help. However, officials with the Central California Blood Center have been told that there are enough supplies there to cover the immense demand. “United…… MORE
LAS VEGAS (KMJ/AP) — One Bakersfield Police officer is among the hundreds of people injured after what is now confirmed to be the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history. The department has confirmed that one of its off-duty officers was shot during that incident in Las Vegas, when a shower of bullets rained down…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — A prominent California Republican is calling for a veto the “sanctuary state” bill. State Senate GOP leader Patricia Bates has sent Governor Jerry Brown a letter calling for him to reject SB54. In it, she acknowledges the author’s concerns regarding federal policies, but adds “this measure will not solve those problems. Instead…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — A dangerous type of mosquito is now spreading throughout the Central Valley. The aedes aegypti has been identified in another two locations, adding to the already long list of places the breed has established itself. The findings in the City of Merced and the City of Tulare is a first for both.…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — The arraignment of a man accused of killing a toddler in Calwa has been delayed, but Gage Hurtado’s time inside the courtroom prompted a clash between families there to see the start of the judicial process. The suspect appeared inside Fresno County Superior Court Monday morning to answer to the charge of…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — The first step towards closing down 16 of the City of Fresno’s 22 CRV recycling centers has been taken by district representatives. Concern that the sites are attracting crime and causing blight are two of the reasons cited by Councilmember Paul Caprioglio in his presentation in the Council Chambers Thursday afternoon. “Transients…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — The “Raise the Roof” campaign organized by Fresno’s Poverello House, to modernize and rejuvenate facilities on site, is now over following a $1 million grant from the State of California. The money will be used to complete efforts to build a new food storage warehouse, an operations center, and complete community housing…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — One of the candidates vying to become the next Governor of California says the High Speed Rail project needs to drive down costs to win public support. Antonio Villaraigosa’s visit to Downtown Fresno Wednesday morning also gave him the opportunity to tour the construction site. “I wanted to come because I have…… MORE
CLOVIS (KMJ) — The cause of a fire outside Clovis Tuesday morning is now being investigated by Fresno County Fire. The blaze sent a torrent of black and gray smoke up into the air. Crews were told it was a quarter-acre grass fire with vehicles involved. “First crews arrived, had a small grass fire working…… MORE
