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Can AI speed up aspects of the scientific process? Microsoft thinks so. At its recent Build Conference, the company announced Microsoft Discovery, an AI that discovered a new chemical in 200 hours instead of years. Lisa Martin joins us to share more about this breakthrough technology.

U.S. Energy Secretary, Chris Wright — along with OpenAI co-founder and president Greg Brockman — recently hosted an event across 9 U.S. national laboratories with the goal that America continues to lead the world when it comes to artificial intelligence. KFBK's Mark Demsky with more.

The growing struggle many older adults face to maintain their homes is a crucial, but often overlooked, aspect of senior health care. KFBK's Mark Demsky explains. Get involved here: jbbrownfund.org

With AI developing rapidly and becoming more integrated into our society's foundational functions it has started to beg the question - how and when can AI aid in speeding up processes at the federal governmental level? Our tech expert Lisa Martin is here to speak about and how the FDA might be looking to use AI in the drug approval process.

Stress is not only common -- but often times it is an unavoidable part of life. Whether it is our jobs, our finances — maybe what our kids are going through — the first part of stress management -- according to Dr. Nicole Stetler with Blue Shield of California is understanding our minds capacity.

Charlie Barret was an accomplished California rock climber and guidebook author, revered in the rock climbing world. But he also had a dark side... Ryan Martinez is community outreach for an event called "Never Solo" which will raise awareness about sexual violence in the climbing community and beyond.

You may not be aware of it – but several big health breakthroughs were announced this past week. Futurist Kevin Cirilli is giving us the details on these medical breakthroughs.

Earlier this week — zoning permits were requested for the proposed 12,000-seat stadium coming to the Railyards by the Sacramento Republic FC — which also has a plan to eventually build it out to 20,000 seats. KFBK's Mark Demsky with what comes next.

It's graduation time and today's grads have grown up in a world where technology is advancing at an unprecedented pace, and AI is changing the way we live and work. Our technology reporter, Lisa Martin, joins us next to share how you grads can live and work with AI post-graduation.

First, it was Mike Bibby — hired to lead Sacramento State's basketball program -- followed by Doug Christie to lead the Kings -- and Bobby Jackson as one of his assistants — creating a rather unique development that is shaping the basketball landscape here.

Aided by government incentives, American and foreign tech companies alike have invested hundreds of billions of dollars to bolster semiconductor operations — much of it right here in the Sacramento region. KFBK's Mark Demsky with more.

We've all heard that too much salt is bad for us — but yet, we always seem to be reaching for the saltshaker. KFBK's Mark Demsky with more on salt's bad wrap.

It's graduation season. Are you looking for the perfect tech gift for the graduate in your life? Look no further! Our tech correspondent Lisa Martin is featuring three amazing tech gadgets that are sure to impress.

Democratic Congressman from California Ro Khanna gave a wide-ranging interview on everything from Former President Biden's health to President Trump's dealings in the Middle East.

Sacramento Business Journal's Ben Van der Meer spoke to us about the progress being made on the Railyards Development, including AJ Housing, the Soccer Stadium, and Wilton Rancheria.

After a Joint Hearing on Prop 36, Senator Roger Niello joins KFBK to talk about what's next for the proposition...

State Senator Tony Strickland is talking to us about funding for Prop 36, just ahead of Governor Newsom's budget proposal. Over 75% of Californians voted for Prop 36, so why is it not being supported financially?

Back in the day, frustrated job seekers might've turned to a mentor or a Career Coach when they needed some direction. But these days workers are tapping a few buttons to see what career advice artificial intelligence can offer up. Wall Street Journal reporter Lindsay Ellis explains that many of these AI tools are already in use by companies looking to hire.

David Vassegh is the host of "Dodger Talk" on AM 570 in LA. He joins the KFBK Morning News to discuss the upcoming series with the Athletics...

You can already feel the buzz. Baseball's most storied franchise — the New York Yankees — begin a 3 game weekend series against the A's tonight at Sutter Health Park. KFBK's Mark Demsky with a preview.

Mandatory AI Education For Every U.S. Student? More than 250 CEOs Say "Yes". Our tech reporter, Lisa Martin, joins us next to share what this could mean for your student.

Back in September, KFBK was the first to tell you about a large-scale, multi-use sports and recreation facility expected to come to Folsom. Mark Demsky updates us with the latest developments for the project.

On most national business surveys, California comes up as the most difficult state in the nation in which to do business. KFBK's Mark Demsky with the details.

You may have heard of cleft lip and palate. It's a condition when a baby is born with a split lip.... And palate - which is the roof of your mouth. In the u-s about one in one thousand babies are born with it. And in the u-s those babies very often get the surgeries and treatment they need. But in developing countries... About twice as many babies are born with cleft lip and palate. And far too often... Those babies go untreated... Because of inadequate health care.... Lack of expertise... And money. Many years ago a local group of doctors and nurses set out to change that. The name of their group is "faces of tomorrow." They travel the world treating children who have a cleft lip and palate. Now they're holding "the chocolate chase".... At Crocker Park in Sacramento on Sunday may 18th. It will include a 5k run... A one-mile walk... And a kids dash.... In honor of all the kids locally who have had cleft lip and palate surgery. The run-walk will be through old Sacramento and along the river. They will also be raising money to pay for the nurses and doctors with faces of tomorrow to travel around the world to perform the surgeries. Those nurses and doctors donate all of their time and are not paid. You can find out more by going to: chocolatechase5k.com.... Or go to kfbk.com

Chances are high that if you go to a San Francisco Giants game or a Warriors playoff game, you will see many driverless Waymos on the streets of San Francisco. Lisa Martin, our tech reporter, joins us to talk about how the technology works, how you can use it, and where it can be expected next.

It's been a little more than a week since the X Games pulled out of this year's summer commitment to Sacramento with no real explanation — or certainty that it will be back. KFBK's Mark Demsky with new details on the future of the event here.

A popular dive bar in East Sac has been inundated with reaction to a rumor that its closing. KFBK's Mark Demsky sets the record straight on Club 2 Me.

Just announced this week: Millions of Apple Airplay-Enabled Devices Can Be Hacked via Wi-Fi. Lisa Martin joins us to explain the situation...

For Big Day of Giving today, our Executive Producer chose to highlight the nonprofit Fosters & Paws, a dog rescue which focuses mainly on pregnant or nursing mom dogs and underage puppies. Foster and Paws was started by Amanda Centella after fostering a dog and her puppies while she was working for Front Street. Amanda wanted to do things differently than normal shelters by not only giving the dogs in their care a forever home, but giving the adopters a forever community as well.

On This Big Day of Giving, we're highlighting some of our favorite charitable organizations and one of mine is the Make A Wish Foundation, which started 45 years ago with a little boy, named Chris Grecious, whose lifelong dream was to be a police officer. For decades Make a Wish has made dreams come true...big and small.

Today is the Big Day of Giving. You have literally hundreds of options to donate to organizations that do great charity work, including food banks. This year, like past years Sam Shane chose the Yolo County Food Bank as a charity to highlight. They serve 30 thousand households each month. You can find out more and donate by simply going to their website... yolofoodbank.org.

The attendance at Sutter Health Park during A's games has proven to be a hot topic the first month the team has called West Sacramento their home. KFBK's Mark Demsky with more.

A much-needed behavioral and physical health care facility is coming to San Joaquin County. KFBK's Mark Demsky with the details.

European Union regulators opened investigations into tech giants Apple, Google and Meta last month, the first cases under a sweeping new law designed to stop Big Tech companies from cornering digital markets. Lisa Martin joins us to break this down.

The Sacramento Kings have a new General Manager — but still no Head Coach. KFBK's Mark Demsky with the details.

Just 23-games into the Major League season the A's have called up their top prospect. KFBK's Mark Demsky with the details.

A major milestone for the Railyards District in Sacramento. KFBK's Mark Demsky with the details.

After a new independent audit put the Front Street Animal Shelter in the spotlight over allegations of poor management and regulations not being followed — the Director telling KFBK he welcomes the review. Mark Demsky with the details.

Traditional price tags at retail stores may soon be on their way out, in favor of what are being called digital or electronic shelf labels that can be updated remotely. Lisa Martin joins us to explain what the technology is, how it works, and the pros and cons.

For most healthy people, the wait to get in to see a doctor is usually weeks, not days. KFBK's Mark Demsky with more on this shortage of doctors.

Spotting oil spills as soon as possible is a priority for the offshore oil and gas industry…and now they have a helping hand: artificial intelligence. Our tech reporter Lisa Martin joins us to explain how.

It's tax day and Lisa Martin joins us to educate us on how to spot and avoid AI-powered tax scams.

Republican Senator Tony Strickland from Huntington Beach speaks with Sam and Cristina about efforts to secure Voter ID and funding for Prop 36.

Most people picture retiring at age 65 or beyond, but the reality for some Americans is that their retirement years start a lot earlier, and an early retirement comes with pretty significant consequences. Wall Street Journal reporter Anne Tergesen explains how common is it for workers to retire early.

It has been a wild week on Wall Street, driven by White House tariff policy. Does President Trump care about the markets? What should YOU do to protect your investments? Jared Dillian is a best-selling financial writer who spent part of his career on Wall Street and is also an active investor.

Amazon has a new 'Buy for Me' feature to help customers find and buy products from other brands' sites. Lisa Martin joins us next to explain what it is in beta testing, how it works, and why this is important to the eCommerce giant's AI strategy.

Another loss yesterday at Sutter Health Park for the A's, but as KFBK's Mark Demsky reports — there are some bright spots for the team.

Buying a vehicle will become more expensive, whether it's new or used, built in the U.S. or imported from abroad. KFBK's Mark Demsky explains.

One week from today your taxes are due. The IRS has said it expects to receive more than 140 million individual tax returns by April 15th. KFBK's Mark Demsky joins us now to discuss a few of the situations people are facing.

DOGE Is Planning a Hackathon at the IRS next week because it wants easier access to taxpayer data. Our tech reporter Lisa Martin joins us to break down what this means, how they'll get access to the data, and the potential impact to your data privacy.

In what will be a first at the California State Fair, live thoroughbred horse racing at Cal Expo has been suspended in 2025. KFBK's Mark Demsky has the details.