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Officials in the Tri-Valley hope to build a new rail line to connect with BART
08/04/2026 Duración: 04minOfficials in the Tri-Valley area are hoping to build a rail line that would link passengers on the Altamont Corridor Express with the Dublin-Pleasanton BART station. For more, KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
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BONUS: 11th hour ceasefire stops US from 'bombing Iran back to the Stone Age,' but is the Strait of Hormuz really open?
08/04/2026 Duración: 15minThe U.S. and Iran reached a ceasefire shortly before the deadline President Donald Trump had issued to bomb their civilization into non-existence. So, what's next, and will the ceasefire really be honored by all sides? Plus, here's what happened in Detroit when a gas station offered free gas.
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Despite a good run so far for CA gov, Swalwell accusations might hurt his campaign
08/04/2026 Duración: 03minBay Area Congressman Eric Swalwell is a leading Democratic contender in the California governors race, but he's faced some scrutiny lately. That includes online claims that he had inappropriate relationship with young congressional staff members. For more, KCBS' Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
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BONUS: Did Artemis II just change space travel forever? Plus, debate still rages about original moon landing
07/04/2026 Duración: 16minArtemis II's astronauts saw the dark side of the moon for the first time. So, here's a discussion of the miracle that was that moment, plus what's next. And it opens the door to an eternal debate for some conspiracy theorists ... Was the original moon landing faked in a TV studio?
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Homicide rates spike in SF with 14 this year already
07/04/2026 Duración: 04minIt's time for our daily chat with KCBS Insider Phil Matier. While crime in San Francisco is continuing to drop, officials say the number of homicides has spiked with 14 reported so far this year compared to only 4 at the same time last year.
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President Trump has made an endorsement in the California governor's race
06/04/2026 Duración: 03minPresident Trump has made an endorsement in the California governor's race backing Republican candidate Steve Hilton. For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
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Trump continues firing spree with his decision to remove Pam Bondi
03/04/2026 Duración: 04minPresident Trump continues to shuffle the deck, and this week he removed Pam Bondi from her post as Attorney General. For more, KCBS' Steve Scott spoke with former San Francisco mayor Willie Brown and KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
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Gov. Newsom approves a renewal for California's only nuclear power plant
03/04/2026 Duración: 04minFederal officials have given PG&E the go-ahead to keep the state's only nuclear power plant running for at least another five years. For more, KCBS's Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
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BONUS: Jobs report exceeds expectations, and a threat from Iran should have American businesses thinking twice about their security
02/04/2026 Duración: 19minHere's the latest look at the health of the jobs sector, plus a threat from Iran that should have American businesses taking a second look at their security. Plus, Reeses' gives in to fans demands, a new road material could change potholes forever and why laughter is -- literally -- the best medicine.
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BONUS: 'A worldview that doesn't match reality:' Trump lays out case for Iran, and reaction is harsh
02/04/2026 Duración: 19minWhy are we bombing Iran while gas prices skyrocket? Experts discuss Donald Trump's speech to the United States and predict what happens next.
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How the race for CA's 2026 Primary Election is taking shape
02/04/2026 Duración: 03minWe're now exactly two months from California's 2026 primary... and pressure is building between the divided Democrat front and the Republicans who see a path to victory. For more KCBS' Steve Scott speaks with KCBS Insider Phil Matier...
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A closer look at protests as embodiments of resistance
02/04/2026 Duración: 03minPresident Trump's address on the war with Iran.. comes after millions turned out across the nation to take part in No Kings protests over the weekend. For more, KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
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BONUS: 'Nothing prepares you for the feeling of floating:' Astronaut recalls experience as Artemis II launches and Elon Musk readies for city on the moon
01/04/2026 Duración: 14minWhat's it like to go to space? It's a question a lot of us are asking as Artemis II heads to the moon. Tommy Tucker talks to an astronaut and experts weigh in on Artemis II's mission and how Elon Musk will follow it up.
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Why are Californians moving out?
01/04/2026 Duración: 03minCalifornians are taking their families to neighboring states... A new study out of the UC Berkeley Policy Lab says those who've left the Golden State are more financially stable now. For more, KCBS' Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS insider Phil Matier.
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San Francisco Mayor is off to Asia for the first time since taking office
31/03/2026 Duración: 03minSan Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie is packing his bags for his first trip out of the country since taking office. Lurie is scheduled to visit China and Korea, and for more KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
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Money talks in California's gubernatorial race
31/03/2026 Duración: 04minThe candidates for Governor are continuing to ramp up their fundraising...as so far...no one has managed to break away from the pack. For more, KCBS' Margie Shafer speaks with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
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BONUS: With college tuition reaching $65,000 a year, what are parents and students supposed to do?
30/03/2026 Duración: 24minThe price of college is higher than ever, but is it worth it? Experts break it down and discuss college vs trade schools.
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Swalwell claims Trump trying to use FBI to sway California's gubernatorial race
30/03/2026 Duración: 02minEast Bay Congressman and candidate for governor Eric Swalwell claims President Trump is trying to use the FBI to sway California's gubernatorial race. A decade ago, Swalwell was investigated by the FBI and now the agency's director Kash Patel wants those files to resurface. To tell us more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier
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SF's MUNI is facing a financial cliff and riders are one of the culprits
26/03/2026 Duración: 04minA new report calls San Francisco's MUNI an exceptionally productive system. One of the things it's NOT doing so well on comes down to its passengers. For more KCBS' Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
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BONUS: Is social media as we know it over? The wild west days are over, experts say, as landmark case holds You Tube and Meta responsible for addiction
26/03/2026 Duración: 19minA landmark case held You Tube and Meta responsible for the addictive qualities of their platforms, opening the door for thousands more cases. One expert says it could lead to heavy restrictions on social media, and the end of social startups. Experts discuss what's next, and we get an update on data centers and whether they help or hurt communities.