CLOVIS (KMJ) — School districts across the Central Valley are continuing to look for individuals to shape the next generation – ahead of the new school year. Figures from the California Teachers Association suggest that the state will need an additional 100,000 educators over the next decade (click here for more). “Clovis Unified is looking…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — The “Safety Train” makes an appearance in Fresno – to bring home just how dangerous railroads can be. “California leads the nation in railroad fatalities,” reveals Director of the San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority Brian Schmidt. “It’s becoming worse and worse as the state grows. People just need to understand that they…… MORE
CLOVIS (KMJ) — A long standing Central Valley 4th of July tradition may come to an end unless organizers can find enough financial support. The ‘Freedom Fest’ fireworks show is approaching its 18th year inside Clovis High’s Lamomica Stadium, but those in charge of ensuring the night sky is lit up are concerned that there…… MORE
SACRAMENTO (KMJ) — A $52 billion transportation bill – which will see every driver in California paying more to cover the cost – now only needs the Governor Jerry Brown’s signature for it to become law. Senate Bill 1’s passing saw the urgency clause enacted in the legislature, and both the State Assembly and State…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — A proposal to add a $3 charge for every pick up and drop off made by ride-sharing companies at Fresno Yosemite International – has failed. The matter was heard Thursday morning at Fresno City Council, removed from the Consent Calendar by District 6’s Garry Bredefeld. “My problem with this is that we’re…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — Rain and snow are both on the horizon for the Central Valley over the coming days – and the National Weather Service says it’s definitely unusual for this time of year. Snow is expected to fall at around 5000 feet in some areas, and rain is expected in the lower elevations too.…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — Crews working on behalf of PG&E are now at work across the Central Valley, to make sure errant tree-branches are taken care of before they cause a power outage. “So this week especially, we’ve increased patrols looking for hazard trees,” reveals the energy company’s Denny Boyles. “Essentially to remove the risk of…… MORE
VISALIA (KMJ) — A local emergency has been declared in Tulare County by its Board of Supervisors, in response to flood damage brought on by the recent wet winter. “I know there have been some areas where some roads have washed out, in the southern county area”, reveals the Board of Supervisors Amy Shuklian. “I…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — A Central Valley farmer says restrictions on the number of people coming into the country is having an impact on the amount of workers available for harvest. “There’s nothing worse for a farmer than being able to grow a crop, bring it to fruition, and then not have anybody show up to…… MORE
FRESNO (KMJ) — Fresno’s Police Chief says his department is ready in case demonstrations on Cesar Chavez day turn violent. The day is considered a State Holiday in California, prompting closures at the DMV, the campuses of CSU Bakersfield and CSU Fresno, and UC Merced. But amid rumblings that public shows of support for Cesar…… MORE
