Nico Payne
Nico began his career in Los Angeles, where he spent five years being mentored by some of the best in the broadcast industry. He later started his on-camera journey as a weekday reporter and weekend anchor at KYMA in Yuma, Arizona.
During his college years, Nico could be seen as an extra on Disney Channel's "Shake It Up" and other popular shows like "Glee."
Nico is a California native, born in Long Beach and raised in Imperial County. He is excited to be a part of the ABC30 Action News Team and looks forward to exploring what the Central Valley has to offer.
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Local students partner to help build Trion Supercars
Some local students are getting the opportunity of a lifetime to work on a supercar, helping them advance their skills in technology and manufacturing.
Arson investigation continues as cypress trees targeted at local cemeteries
Investigators continue to look for a motive along with who is responsible for continuously setting fire to cypress trees in local cemeteries.
New app MagnusCards takes flight to help travelers
There is a new app for travelers to help with accessibility when flying.
Puppy rescued from well in Fresno County
A puppy that got out of its kennel in Fresno County has been rescued after falling into a well.
Ski season extended at China Peak after recent storms bring fresh snow
Before warmer temperatures set in, folks at ski resorts are soaking up what's left of the snow from our recent spring storms.
Butterflies and Big Bug Experience now open at Fresno Chaffee Zoo
If you're a fan of creepy crawlers, then the new exhibit at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo may be for you.
Weather whiplash raising questions about summer in Central California
The constantly changing weather may be throwing people for a loop, and no, the weather pattern is not the result of a cosmic event.
April snowpack survey above average for second straight year
Last year's snowpack was well over twice its average. To see how this year stacked up, state officials, along with Governor Gavin Newsom, trekked through a snow depth of five feet to see the survey results.
Vegetation fires starting to decrease across Fresno
It's still early in the year, but we are seeing a downtrend in numbers when it comes to fires across the city.