Jason Takhtadjian

Fresno

Reporter at KSEE-TV (Fresno, CA)

🇦🇲🇺🇸 Award-winning Reporter @KSEE24 & @CBS47 | Formerly @kcautv | @UNLV Alum | [email protected]

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Artur Davtyan and Armenian gymnasts continue to prove why they’re among the world's best

1 week ago | armenianweekly.com | Jason Takhtadjian

Growing up in Glendale and Las Vegas, I dreamed of becoming a soccer or basketball star. Athletes like Artur Davtyan don’t need to dream about their reality. Once again, Davtyan has proven why he’s among the best at what he does—and he’s not alone. The world of gymnastics is incomplete without the FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Cup.
‘God saw’: Clovis pastor reacts to first update in Caleb Quick shooting investigation

1 week ago | yourcentralvalley.com | Jason Takhtadjian

CLOVIS, Calif (KSEE/KGPE) – It’s been nearly two weeks since 18-year-old Caleb Quick was shot and killed in a McDonald’s parking lot in Clovis. On Tuesday, police seized a white Tesla in connection with the shooting. Police also announced they doubled their reward for any tip leading to the suspect’s arrest. It’s the first update on this shooting investigation since releasing a video showing it was a targeted attack.
Fresno celebrates 50th anniversary of Hmong America Day

1 week ago | yourcentralvalley.com | Jason Takhtadjian

FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – It was a day filled with celebration and remembrance at Fresno State. Many local leaders and members of the Hmong community came together for the 50th anniversary of Hmong American Day. “It’s really important to know that we see them as neighbors, friends and family,” Fresno State President Saúl Jiménez-Sandoval. The Hmong community marched side by side with Central Valley leaders into the student union for a cultural celebration.
‘We were expecting a break-in’: Family of late Elkhorn Market owner reacts to store burglary

2 weeks ago | yourcentralvalley.com | Jason Takhtadjian

CARUTHERS, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Last month, the owner of Elkhorn Market died in a crash with an almond truck. The same business he owned was burglarized on April 23. Elkhorn Market was closed in March after 80-year-old business owner Harbans Singh Lehra died. “This is a real gut punch to this family,” Fresno County Sheriff’s Office Spokesperson Tony Botti said.
Armenia futsal makes history

2 weeks ago | armenianweekly.com | Jason Takhtadjian

For a small country like Armenia, it’s fascinating how many sports our people and diaspora are involved in. Whether it’s the NBA or local church leagues, Armenians have found a calling in sports. Yet, it’s like banging on a drum to the same beat—Armenia is superior in individual sports compared to team sports. However, it’s time to spotlight a story that mainstream sports media seems to be avoiding.
Conjugal visits to be addressed with future bill from valley assemblyman

2 weeks ago | kget.com | Jason Takhtadjian

FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – After two women died while visiting their husbands at a Northern California prison, Assemblyman David Tangipa wants to introduce a new bill to prevent more deaths during conjugal visits. California is one of four states that allow conjugal visits. “We need to put people first in law-abiding citizens first over the criminals. And yet time and time again, criminals for some reason are getting first,” Assemblyman Tangipa said.
Conjugal visits to be addressed with future bill from valley assemblyman

2 weeks ago | yourcentralvalley.com | Jason Takhtadjian

FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – After two women died while visiting their husbands at a Northern California prison, Assemblyman David Tangipa wants to introduce a new bill to prevent more deaths during conjugal visits. California is one of four states that allow conjugal visits. “We need to put people first in law-abiding citizens first over the criminals. And yet time and time again, criminals for some reason are getting first,” Assemblyman Tangipa said.
Hmong community celebrates Fresno Unified’s new superintendent

3 weeks ago | yourcentralvalley.com | Jason Takhtadjian

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Tonight, the Fresno Unified School District is one step closer to having a full-time superintendent. The board of trustees announced Misty Her as the finalist for superintendent in Wednesday’s board meeting. Her is the first woman and Asian-American selected as a finalist to lead the Fresno Unified School District. The announcement was greeted with a roar of applause.
After 15 years, Armenian hockey is back on the ice

3 weeks ago | armenianweekly.com | Jason Takhtadjian

When it comes to team sports, Armenia has had its highs and lows (mainly lows). Recently, a new team sport returned to the mix and has already provoked its fair share of emotions. The Armenian national hockey team is back on the ice for the first time in nearly 15 years. The country was granted hosting duties for the 2025 IIHF World Championship Division IV, and with it, a return to play.
Rising pistachio prices linked to Dubai Chocolate trend

3 weeks ago | yourcentralvalley.com | Jason Takhtadjian

CLOVIS, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) — If you use apps like TikTok and have a sweet tooth, you may be familiar with the Dubai chocolate trend. It’s a chocolate bar with a pistachio cream filling that’s taken the world, and the Central Valley, by storm. According to the Financial Times, that trend is having a direct impact on rising pistachio prices. “Every time we try to find it somewhere, it’s gone, so we tried to come here two nights ago and yeah, they were gone as well,” candy shopper Gui Meira said.