Category Archives: Local News

Mysterious ‘Bat Sign’ On Highway 180 In Central Fresno 

Mysterious ‘Bat Sign’ On Highway 180 In Central Fresno 

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/FSN) — A road sign in Central Fresno is driving commuters a little “batty.”  It’s posted directly under an official arrow sign at the Highway 180 off-ramp at Fulton Street.  But no one seems to know what the bat-like symbol means.  A news crew from our news partner ABC 30 Action News spotted…MORE

Robbery Crew Busted; May Be Tied to TDA Gang

Robbery Crew Busted; May Be Tied to TDA Gang

FRESNO Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — The Fresno County sheriff’s office announced arrests in violent robberies from last summer. Though the announcement came on Wednesday, the arrests have been happening since January. Most of the suspects are immigrants. The District Attorney and the sheriff wanted to send a strong message. “We are also here to hold accountable…MORE

Man Stabbed To Death In Northeast Fresno 

Man Stabbed To Death In Northeast Fresno 

 FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Police are investigating a deadly stabbing just blocks away from Fresno State.  It happened just before 5 pm Wednesday at an apartment complex near Cedar and Alamos — just south of Shaw.  Police say they found a man in his 20s who was stabbed in the upper body.  He was rushed…MORE

Teen Killed in Shooting at Clovis McDonald’s

Teen Killed in Shooting at Clovis McDonald’s

CLOVIS, Calif. (KFSN) — The teenager who was shot and killed outside a McDonald’s in Clovis has been identified as 18-year-old Caleb Quick. It happened just before 9 pm Wednesday at the location on Willow and Nees. The Clovis Police Department says Quick was shot at least once in the parking lot. Quick was rushed…MORE

Tip Leads to Buried Body in Kingsburg

Tip Leads to Buried Body in Kingsburg

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Investigators have uncovered the body of a man who was reported missing over five years ago in Fresno County. The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office says the remains of Miguel Alonso Garcia were found on a property in Kingsburg near 6th and Clarkson avenues on Tuesday. According to authorities, locals refer…MORE

Merced Firefighter Loses Foot In Accident, Works Toward Recovery 

Merced Firefighter Loses Foot In Accident, Works Toward Recovery 

MERCED, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — When a Merced firefighter first got his training, he didn’t know he would one day become his own patient.  Rhett Avant was riding his motorcycle to work on Friday when he crashed.  “I was coming around a corner and my tires broke loose on my motorcycle,” said Avant. “I moved and…MORE

111th Clovis Rodeo Officially Kicking Off 

111th Clovis Rodeo Officially Kicking Off 

CLOVIS, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — It’s time to get your cowboy hat and boots on!  The 111th Clovis Rodeo is officially kicking off Wednesday in Old Town Clovis.  The night will start with the Xtreme Bulls Competition. After, a special check presentation will be held for the bull riding champion, followed by a Tucker Wetmore concert. …MORE

Over 160 New Trees Planted In Fresno For Earth Day 

Over 160 New Trees Planted In Fresno For Earth Day 

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — Planting for future generations on Earth Day.  Dozens gathered along Barstow Avenue in northeast Fresno to plant 162 new trees.  The area was previously cleared out, leaving space for something new.  “Earth Day is a good way to galvanize people and remind people how important it is to have things as…MORE

Man, 31, Dies After Being Hit By 2 Vehicles in Fresno County, Says CHP

Man, 31, Dies After Being Hit By 2 Vehicles in Fresno County, Says CHP

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KMJ/KFSN) — A man has died after authorities say he was hit by two cars in Fresno County. The California Highway Patrol says it happened at about 8:30 pm Monday on Manning Avenue, east of Englehart Avenue. Officers say the man was walking eastbound on Manning when he was hit by a…MORE