Category Archives: Dominic McAndrew News Articles

Forecast Flooding At Yosemite Prompts Campsite Closures

Forecast Flooding At Yosemite Prompts Campsite Closures

YOSEMITE (KMJ) — The warmer temperatures forecast this week, could mean flooding at Yosemite National Park as the snow starts to melt. The focus of concern is the Merced River, which the National Weather Service reveals is expected to remain a concern until the end of the week. “Our gauge of record, if you will,…MORE

California’s Kindergarten Vaccination Rates Highest Since 2001

California’s Kindergarten Vaccination Rates Highest Since 2001

FRESNO (KMJ) — The vaccination rate in California’s kindergarten children is at its highest point in more than 15 years. Figures from the state’s Department of Public Health shows the level of immunized students attending their first official year of school in the 2016 – 2017 year stands at 96%. That’s up from the 2015…MORE

WW2 Cargo Plane Making A Flying Tour Of The Central Valley

WW2 Cargo Plane Making A Flying Tour Of The Central Valley

FRESNO (KMJ) — A plane which traces its history back to the World War 2 is making a tour of the Central Valley. The Douglas C-47, which was built in California in April 1943, is making its journey across our skies as part of what’s called the Flying Legends of Victory Tour. “We always like…MORE

Yosemite’s Big Oak Flat Road Open To Traffic After Storm Damage

Yosemite’s Big Oak Flat Road Open To Traffic After Storm Damage

YOSEMITE (KMJ) — Yosemite National Park’s Big Oak Flat Road is now open once again. It follows months of disruption caused by severe winter storms washing the surface away. “We would like to express our sincere appreciation to the gateway communities and visitors for their support and understanding during the repair process,” says Acting Superintendent…MORE

Downtown Fresno Shooter Still Spreading His Message From Jail

Downtown Fresno Shooter Still Spreading His Message From Jail

FRESNO (KMJ) — The man alleged to be behind the fatal Downtown Fresno shooting spree remains behind bars, but he is still spreading his message. Kori Ali Muhammad has so far made two appearances in the courtroom – one on Friday April 21st (click here to read more) and another on Thursday April 27th (click…MORE

Muhammad In Court For Downtown Shooting – References “Lake Of Fire”

Muhammad In Court For Downtown Shooting – References “Lake Of Fire”

FRESNO (KMJ) — The man accused of committing the Downtown Fresno shooting spree appeared in court Thursday morning to face those allegations. On the list of charges were three murders, three attempted murders, and two other felonies. The last time Kori Ali Muhammad appeared in the courtroom it was to face the separate Motel 6…MORE

Scholarship Set Up In Memory Of Shooting Spree Victims

Scholarship Set Up In Memory Of Shooting Spree Victims

FRESNO (KMJ) — A school scholarship fund is being set up in memory of two people who lost their lives in the Downtown Fresno shooting spree. Mark Gassett and David Jackson were both clients of Catholic Charities, and were killed close to the group’s Fresno office on North Fulton Street. The events of Tuesday April…MORE

Bravery And Life-Saving Acts Recognized By Fresno Fire

Bravery And Life-Saving Acts Recognized By Fresno Fire

FRESNO (KMJ) — Some of Fresno Fire Department’s most exemplary acts are now being publicly celebrated after an awards and promotional ceremony inside Fresno City Hall. The Medal of Bravery is one of the most prestigious, given to those who “disregard personal safety in an effort to save a life or property”. The Wednesday morning…MORE

Valley Veterans Leave For D.C. On Board Honor Flight 13

Valley Veterans Leave For D.C. On Board Honor Flight 13

FRESNO (KMJ) — The 13th Central Valley Honor Flight has left Fresno Yosemite International Airport, whisking the 66 veterans on board to Washington D.C. to visit the memorials dedicated to their service. Seven of those taking the Monday morning journey to the East Coast served in the Second World War, one in Vietnam, and the…MORE

Shakespeare Coming To Yosemite National Park This Weekend

Shakespeare Coming To Yosemite National Park This Weekend

MERCED (KMJ) — A celebration of the work of William Shakespeare will be taking place inside Yosemite National Park this weekend. ‘Shakespeare in Yosemite’ is jointly organized by UC Merced and the University of Warwick in the United Kingdom. “You may remember last year was the 100th anniversary of the National Parks system and it…MORE