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    Mispronounced Words cont. Leticia James Indictment No Go & Mr. My Pillow Running For Minn Gov

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 11:30


    The Justice Department failed Thursday to secure a new indictment against New York Attorney General Letitia James after a judge dismissed the previous mortgage fraud prosecution encouraged by President Donald Trump, according to people familiar with the matter. Prosecutors went back to a grand jury in Virginia after a judge’s ruling halting the prosecution of James and another longtime Trump foe, former FBI Director James Comey, on the grounds that the U.S. attorney who presented the cases was illegally appointed. But grand jurors rejected prosecutors’ request to bring charges. Mike Lindell, the CEO of MyPillow, has filed to run for governor of Minnesota as a Republican. While he has not made an official announcement, candidate filings show he submitted campaign paperwork on Wednesday. Toys For Tots Drive Thru December 12 9 am to 6 pm. Join us! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Coffee Shop Threatened By W Bros, Pet Cremation biz Owner Arrest, Mispronounced Words

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 20:16


    A nonprofit coffee shop’s hopes to bring the magical world of Harry Potter to its customers have been cut short after a letter arrived at its doorstep — not an acceptance letter to Hogwarts but a warning from Warner Bros. The owner of a now-defunct pet crematorium in San Marcos has been arrested on suspicion of grand theft after customers complained they gave the owner their pets and money but were never provided cremains. Keeping up with this year's news has left many struggling with pronunciations. Bari Weiss, founder of The Free Press who is now also editor-in-chief of CBS News, is hosting a “town hall” forum with Erika Kirk, the widow of murdered conservative activist Charlie Kirk, for the news network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    New California Laws Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 16:00


    California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed several new bills into law over the past year, many of them addressing issues that continue to impact Californians such as consumer protections, labor and workplace rights, and education. Philip Talks about some of the new laws that will impact your life in the new year and opens the phone lines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    New California Laws That Go Into Effect on January 1st

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 20:43


    California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed several new bills into law over the past year, many of them addressing issues that continue to impact Californians such as consumer protections, labor and workplace rights, and education. Philip Talks about some of the new laws that will impact your life in the new year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    New Poll - Who's Leading Gov Race? New Laws in Ca After The 1st Of The Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 14:48


    New polling from Emerson College released Thursday shows new frontrunners for both parties in the 2026 California Governor’s race. The polling data, which was commissioned by Nexstar and Inside California Politics, shows Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco carrying a 1-point lead over former Fox News host Steve Hilton on the Republican side. New laws going into effect at the first of the years in CA. New rights give car buyers a 3-day window to return a used vehicle for a refund and mandate that landlords must equip apartments with stoves and refrigerators starting in the new year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Judge Orders Unseal Epstein transcripts, Elon fined and Amazon USPS breakup?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 19:03


    A federal judge on Friday granted the Justice Department's request to unseal grand jury transcripts from a federal investigation in Florida into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The Justice Department had renewed its request for the material to be made public last month after Congress passed and President Trump signed a law that requires the attorney general to disclose records related to the government's investigation into Epstein. Friday fined Elon Musk’s social media platform X 120 million euros ($140 million) for breaches of the bloc’s digital regulations that they said could leave users exposed to scams and manipulation The European Commission said Friday it was fining Elon Musk’s social media app X with the equivalent of $140 million, saying that it had breached the bloc’s digital rulebook — a move that will likely draw the ire of the American government. .After over 30 years, Amazon may be cutting ties with the United States Postal Service as it looks to expand its own delivery network, as reported by The Washington Post. The outlet, owned by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, cites anonymous sources who said negotiations between Amazon and Trump-appointed USPS Postmaster General David Steiner have reportedly stagnated, pushing Amazon to consider concluding the partnership altogether.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    US Vaccine Advisers Eliminate Hepatitis B Shot At Birth and RSV On The Rise

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 13:37


    A federal vaccine advisory committee voted on Friday to end the longstanding recommendation that all U.S. babies get the hepatitis B vaccine on the day they're born.A loud chorus of medical and public health leaders decried the actions of the panel, whose current members were all appointed by U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. As the days in Central California get colder, doctors are seeing more cases of influenza and RSV in children. Doctor Amy Evans with Dizon Pediatrics said this season she's concerned about the newest flu variant - Subclade K. "It started in the UK, it's now in Canada and Japan. And it just got reported in Texas," said Dr. Evans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Suspect DC Pipe Bomb Case, Pirro speaks & Adm Bradley, No Kill All Order

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 18:39


    U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro revealed insight into the personal life of the suspect in connection to pipe bombs planted in Washington, D.C., and what the FBI found in his home on "The Ingraham Angle." Federal authorities arrested 30-year-old Brian Cole Jr. of Virginia on Thursday morning after a nearly five-year-long investigation involving "millions of pieces of data." The man charged with planting two pipe bombs near the Democratic and Republican party headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol told the FBI he believed conspiracy theories about the 2020 election, according to two people familiar with the matter. A Navy admiral commanding the U.S. military strikes on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean told lawmakers Thursday that there was no “kill them all” order from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, but a stark video of the attack left grave questions as Congress scrutinizes the campaign that killed two survivors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    New Survey Teens, Marijuana-Vomiting Disorder & Nuts Over Gavin In A Bad Way

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 14:14


    A new survey that says over two-thirds of U.S. teenagers don’t drink, smoke or use marijuana. A vomiting disorder linked to frequent marijuana use is on the rise, prompting global health officials to allow researchers to track the condition and study it. Dubbed on social media as “scromiting,” short for screaming and vomiting. The internet had a ball Thursday mocking California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s weirdly tense “testicle-crushing” style of cross-legged sitting at a speaking engagement. The 58-year-old pol was discussing National Guard policies at the New York Times Dealbook Summit when he struck a pose that made him the butt of a joke on social media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Google's Year in Search 2025! Cigarettes Becoming a Thing Again With Teens?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 18:55


    'Tis the season for wrap-ups, as Google just announced its Year in Search 2025 to show us what the world's been searching for, alongside listening to on Spotify or watching on YouTube. You can see a small selection of highlights in the accompanying The Keyword blog post, but the dedicated site is well worth playing around with, so you can learn what's happening on a global or regional basis in detail. But let's take a quick look at the overall results to take the pulse of the world's Googlers through the past year. Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel takes a look at the apparent resurgence of cigarettes in Hollywood and among celebrities and why teens are turning back to cigarette smoking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Australia Social Media Ban 16 & Under & Tara Reid Drink Tampered? Police Lookin Into It!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 14:12


    It’s August, and a show of hands in an auditorium filled with 300 students at All Saints Anglican School in Australia shows that few of the Grade 9 and 10 students sitting in plush red seats had heard of the country’s impending ban on social media, much less how to prepare for it. Rosemont police said they found no video evidence that actress Tara Reid's drink was tampered with at a hotel bar in the alleged drugging investigation. Reid filed a police report last month after talking to detectives. The actress said she was drugged at a hotel bar in Rosemont. Police are looking into the matter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Weird Epstein Island Pics, Empty Club One -Clovis Looks To Rezone Properties

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 18:01


    Democrats on the House Oversight Committee on Wednesday released more than 150 still images and over a dozen short videos of the Virgin Islands estate of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, on the same day that attorneys for Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell argued against the release of grand jury materials in her criminal case. One of downtown Fresno’s largest listed commercial spaces has sat empty for nearly five years, with no takers on the nearly 26,000 square feet of potential retail and office space a short walk from government buildings, hotels and downtown entertainment centers. Passersby might see the building, with its distinctive green and gold Club One Casino sign, and think it’s still an active gaming house. But listing photos show there isn’t much more than old carpeting left inside. Located at the intersection of Van Ness Avenue and Tulare Street, the building closed in 2020, when casino operations ceased because of COVID pandemic restrictions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Comedian Pleads Not Guilty, Chicken Thief & Supreme Court Rules On Texas Congressional Maps

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 31:29


    A comedian says he is not guilty of allegedly making death threats against Stanislaus County Supervisor Channce Condit last month. Comedian Anthony Krayenhagen pleaded not guilty last Friday to charges of making threats against an elected official, making a threat not related to someone being a public official and harassment via electronic devices. A Bay Area animal rights activist in a high-profile trial involving the theft of chickens will have to serve time in jail. A judge has sentenced a 23-year-old Zoe Rosenberg to a hybrid sentence of 90 days in jail. She will serve 30 days in jail and become eligible for jail alternatives for the final 60 days. Rosenberg made national headlines for taking four chickens from Perdue Farm's Slaughterhouse in Petaluma in 2023. Texas can use a redrawn congressional map that adds as many as five Republican-friendly seats, the supreme court has ruled, giving Donald Trump and the GOP a major win in their push to add Republican congressional seats ahead of next year’s midterm elections.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CA Governor Candidates weigh on on Stockton Mass Shooting & Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 14:30


    Candidates for California governor said on Tuesday they were horrified when they learned about the mass shooting at a child's birthday party in Stockton that took the lives of four people and injured 13 others. A handful of candidates were in Sacramento for the California School Board Association's annual meeting. CSBA held a forum with the candidates, including Republican Riverside Sheriff Chad Bianco and Democrats State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond, former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, former State Assemblyman Ian Calderon, and former State Controller Betty Yee. As California students continue to lag behind pre-pandemic achievement levels, candidates vying to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom say that state bureaucracy is to blame for a lackluster education system in one of the most powerful economies in the world. Teachers and elected officials agree: Education is being underfunded. As the lone Republican on stage, Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco stood out as the only vocal supporter of school vouchers during a gubernatorial candidate forum Wednesday focused on education.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    DC Pipe Bomber & Halle Slams Newsome and not about his posture!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 17:07


    The latest on the FBI's arrest of the Jan. 6 pipe bomb suspect. Gavin Newsome at NY Times Deal Book Summit and his posture has the internet talking & Academy Award-winning actress Halle Berry lashed out at California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday, arguing that he overlooks women and shouldn’t “be our next president.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Return Your Shopping Cart? What it Says About You, Drunk Racoon Strikes!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 13:22


    Why Don’t People Return Their Shopping Carts? A (Somewhat) Scientific Investigation a psychologist who has spent the past decade studying how we think about our own behavior in relation to others. Perhaps the choice to not return a shopping cart seems trivial, but what we do with our cart says a lot about how we think about others and what we believe we owe one another (or don’t). – The Shopping Cart Theory | Know Your Meme The Shopping Cart Theory refers to a social theory that states whether a person returns a shopping cart or not after using it serves as an ultimate indicator of whether they are a "good" or "bad" member of society. Coined by an anonymous 4chan user in May 2020, the theory has been referenced in memes and viral debates online. A masked burglar broke into a closed Virginia liquor store early on Saturday and hit the bottom shelf, where the scotch and whisky were stored. The bandit was something of a nocturnal menace: bottles were smashed, a ceiling tile collapsed and alcohol pooled on the floor. The suspect acted like an animal because, in fact, he's a raccoon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Instagram Compared to Addictive Drug & Australia Answers with 16 & Under Social Media Ban

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 21:26


    Meta knowingly downplayed the addictive nature of social media products that its own researchers privately compared to drugs as part of a broader effort to conceal the impacts of its platforms on teenage mental health, according to an explosive new court filing. Australia is banning social media for everyone under the age 16 from December 10. The government says their aim is to keep children safe from cyberbullying, harmful content and online predators - but will a ban work?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Trump Account for Kids Pt 2 and Harley Davidson Struggling

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 15:44


    Politicians wanted to give kids a $1,000 kick-start on investing. The way Congress did it is complicated. The new type of savings accounts for children that made it into the One Big Beautiful Bill Act are custodial individual retirement accounts for kids, with special rules until the year the child turns 18. Harley-Davidson is more than just a motorcycle manufacturer; it is an iconic brand representing freedom, rebellion, and a deep sense of community. Founded in 1903, the company has cultivated an enduring image that extends far beyond its products, transforming Harley-Davidson into a lifestyle," Hivler.com reported. While legacy and a loyal fanbase help, strong brands still face their struggles. "Across the U.S., Harley-Davidson dealerships are closing their doors to customers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    $1000 Trump Accounts For Kids & Congress Banned From Stock Trading? Yes!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 16:23


    Rep. Anna Paulina Luna on Tuesday followed through on a monthslong threat to try to force a vote on a bipartisan bill that would ban members of Congress from trading individual stocks. Luna, a Florida Republican, introduced a discharge petition to circumvent House leaders and put the measure on the floor for a vote if it receives 218 signatures. Politicians wanted to give kids a $1,000 kick-start on investing. The way Congress did it is complicated. The new type of savings accounts for children that made it into the One Big Beautiful Bill Act are custodial individual retirement accounts for kids, with special rules until the year the child turns 18. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    What?! Chinese influence in American classrooms! Christmas Tree Lane Opens

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 13:21


    Congressional Republicans renewed their efforts Wednesday to give parents a window into whether their child’s education is being influenced by the Chinese Communist Party or other malign actors. Christmas Tree Lane Opens The countdown is one for a valley tradition, returning for the holiday season. Fresno's Christmas Tree Lane opens for its 103rd year on Wednesday. Last summer, Christmas Tree Lane’s organizers announced they were canceling walk nights – but according to their latest social media post, you can still walk. In a Nov. 19 Instagram post, organizers said that while “There are no Walk-Only Nights this year. Visitors may park on the side streets and walk the Lane any evening.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Hegseth's Use of Signal, Laura Loomer Says There's a Coup

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 20:10


    A monthslong investigation into Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of the commercial messaging app Signal is complete and its classified findings provided to Capitol Hill, according to a person familiar with the review. The unclassified findings by the Defense Department's inspector general were expected to be released later this week, the person said. According to Loomer on her X page, she posted : Individuals in the office of US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll have been orchestrating a Coup against Secretary of War Pete Hegseth @PeteHegseth in an effort to have him removed by President Trump and replaced by Dan Driscoll.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Gavin is on the Naughty List Again. Philip Talks About Gavin's 911 debacle

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 14:27


    Six years ago, shortly after the Legislature enacted his first state budget, Gov. Gavin Newsom embarked on a celebratory tour to tout the spending plan’s major provisions. Newsom’s last stop was in San Francisco, where he bragged about increasing fees on telephone service to finance an upgrade of California’s 911 emergency communication system, whose deficiencies had become painfully apparent during a series of destructive and deadly wildfires.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Early Christmas from Trump?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 16:23


    President Donald Trump suggested Tuesday that Americans may "not even have income tax to pay" in the near future, saying tariff-driven revenue could allow for the historic elimination of the federal income tax under his tenure. President Donald Trump is urging the federal judge who dismissed his criminal indictment for allegedly mishandling classified documents to continue blocking the public release of former special counsel Jack Smith's final report on his investigation, according to a court filing Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Immigration, Radicalization and Assimilation

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 34:39


    Philip & Major Terry Slatic in the wake of the DC shooting of 2 of our Army National Guardsmen, talk about Immigration policy, the radicalization of some and their assimilation to the American way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Major Terry Slatic joins Philip Teresi part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 16:37


    The conversation continues with Major Terry Slatic on the heels of the DC shooting. Philip and Terry discuss vetting people in a 3rd world country. Terry's relationship with an interpreter and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Major Terry Slatic joins Philip Teresi part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 20:44


    On the heels of the DC shooting Philip and Terry discuss vetting people in a 3rd world country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Giving Tuesday and Christmas Tree Lane Kicks off!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 13:20


    Noreaster, Giving Tuesday, Heart of the Horse and Central Valley Honor Flight Christmas Tree Lane Kicks off tomorrow night. Christmas Tree Lane opens for the holidays on December 3 - ABC30 Fresno See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Porch Pirates, Ragebaiting and Giving Tuesday

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 19:05


    Porch Pirates , ABC 30 reports , As people get ready to give gifts this holiday season, neighbors in the Harlan Ranch community in Clovis are concerned about porch pirates and mail theft. A string of videos posted to social media shows a man dressed as a delivery driver stealing packages Companies have found a new way to advertise: Ragebaiting. You’ll hate it. - The Washington Post Giving Tuesday and many local charities we encourage you to give to. Heart of the Horse is one of them. heartofthehorse.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Attorney Marc Kapetan – on Luigi Mangione murder rap and Miranda rights.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 17:09


    Marc Kapetan – talks about his show on KMJ and Luigi Mangione and Miranda rights as well as evidence. Meet the ‘Cougars for Luigi Mangione’ — and new fans of the alleged killer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Pete Hegseth follow up and Franklin Turtle author reaction

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 21:03


    Giving Tuesday – Central Valley Honor Flight cvhonorflight.org Pete Hegseth – The White House confirmed and defended conducting a second strike against alleged drug smugglers in the Caribbean in September, amid the Trump administration’s crusade targeting the influx of drugs into the U.S. The White House said Monday that a Navy admiral acted “within his authority and the law” when he ordered a second, follow-up strike on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean Sea in a September U.S. military operation that has come under bipartisan scrutiny.ts follow-up strike on alleged drug boat was lawful | AP News The U.S. military's early September strike on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat — the first salvo in a months-long string of attacks — has drawn new scrutiny in recent days, as the White House confirmed that the vessel was struck twice. The confirmation followed a Washington Post report that the first boat was struck a second time, killing a pair of survivors Publisher condemns 'violent' use of Fran The publisher of Franklin the Turtle released a statement Monday condemning the "violent" use of the children’s book character after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth posted an image with the title “Franklin Targets Narco Terrorists.” “Franklin the Turtle is a beloved Canadian icon who has inspired generations of children and stands for kindness, empathy, and inclusivity,” the publishing house Kids Can Press wrote in a statement on X. “We strongly condemn any denigrating, violent, or unauthorized use of Franklin’s name or image, which directly contradicts these values,” the statement read. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Rage bait named word of the year 2025 by Oxford University Press and Giving Tuesday

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 12:09


    Do you find yourself getting increasingly irate while scrolling through your social media feed? If so, you may be falling victim to rage bait, which Oxford University Press has named its word or phrase of the year. It is a term that describes manipulative tactics used to drive engagement online.  Giving Tuesday and a reminder to give to our local charities. More on this tomorrow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Whooping Cough cases in U.S. Presidential HIV council warns of proposed cuts & Why renewed US leadership under Trump could deliver the final blow to AIDS

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 15:52


    More than 25,000 cases of whooping cough (pertussis) have been recorded in the U.S. so far this year, according to updated CDC data. This is the second consecutive year with higher-than-usual cases; around 33,000 cases were reported at this same time last year. Presidential HIV council warns proposed cuts could reverse decades of progress - ABC13 Houston As the country marks World AIDS Day, advocates warn that distance from those early epidemic years can obscure how fragile progress remains. With Congress still negotiating next year's budget, proposed cuts to HIV programs have heightened those concerns. Why renewed US leadership under Trump could deliver the final blow to AIDS | Fox News World AIDS Day is a time to remember all those who have passed away from the HIV virus, and a time to recognize and reaffirm our nation’s historic and heroic lifesaving efforts to end the preventable and treatable disease. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Continue with Kash Patel L.A. Man Is Charged With Stopping Traffic to Film Music Video -

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 20:17


    President Donald Trump’s embattled FBI Director Kash Patel has received a scathing assessment of his first six months in office from some of his own employees. L.A. Man Is Charged With Stopping Freeway Traffic to Film Music Video See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Continue talking about Pete Hegseth allegations. Kash Patel and a scathing assessment.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 14:41


    Continue talking about allegations from Washington post that Pete Hegseth committed a war crime. Keystone Kash Tantrum Exposed in Bombshell Dossier on His ‘F***ed Up’ FBI President Donald Trump’s embattled FBI Director Kash Patel has received a scathing assessment of his first six months in office from some of his own employees. A report prepared by a group of active-duty and retired agents and analysts blasted his leadership as “dismal” and warned that the FBI has become “all f---ed up” and a “rudderless ship” under his guidance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    A Republican Governor? It's possible according to the LA Times, Pete Hegseth responds to a report that he committed a war crime.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 18:33


    Column: A Republican California governor? It's possible, but a long shot - Los Angeles Times Maybe we’ve all been wrong — we political junkies. Because it is possible, after all, for a Republican to be elected California governor next year. Hegseth responds to report that boat survivors were killed as a result of his orders to military - ABC News Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth responded to a report that he ordered the military to kill all passengers aboard a boat suspected of ferrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea in September. According to The Washington Post, the Sept. 2 boat strike initially left two survivors clinging to the boat. The Post alleges Adm. Mitch Bradley, head of Special Operations Command, then ordered a second strike in order to comply with Hegseth's orders and to ensure the survivors couldn't call on other traffickers to retrieve them and their cargo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Stockton Mass Shooting, Accused Assassin Luigi Mangione Return to Court and many donations pour in for Mangione's defense.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 15:27


    Stockton Mass Shooting. Three children are among the four people killed in a mass shooting at a california child's birthday party, officials said Sunday. Eleven others, including a 9-year-old, are injured. Luigi Mangione seeks to suppress evidence in ceo murder case | fox news Accused assassin luigi mangione returned to court monday for the first of three hearings in which his lawyers will ask the court to toss evidence in the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Billboards, donations and 6,000 letters: why luigi mangione’s fans won’t quit - wsj People have donated over a million dollars for his defense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    TSA ANNOUNCES $45 FEE FOR TRAVELERS, JD VANCE & CYBER MONDAY & GIVING TUESDAY

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 20:36


    Tsa announces $45 fee for travelers with no real id - abc30 fresno Travelers going through airport security checkpoints without a real id or passport will face a $45 fee starting feb. 1, the transportation security administration announced Monday. JD Vance: "how many of you really like turkey?" many soldiers raise their hands. vance: "you're all full of $$#@ He says, it is so American because at the heart of it is the spirit of gratitude. Cyber Monday: how to avoid scams while online holiday shopping Considered one of the biggest shopping days of the year, cyber Monday is also one of the most dangerous as scammers look to capitalize on an influx of shoppers. BBB has some tips on how not to get scammed. Giving Tuesday and local charities Heart of the Horse Ranch, Central Valley Honor Flight, Breaking the Chains, Central Ca Foodbank, the Art of Life Healing Park at Woodward Park, Salvation Army and Poverello House, Marjorie Mason Center, & local Rotary clubs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Things to Watch, Read, Stream and Bicker About During the Holidays

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 22:08


    No time like the end of the year to catch up on the culture you missed. The movies that came and went from theaters, the music that never made your Spotify algorithm, the books that made a splash but you hadn’t actually read. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Strategies To Get Through Stressful Holiday Gatherings

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 13:05


    The holidays are a time of merriment, festivity and, for many, tense family gatherings. Imagine you’re invited to a holiday party with your whole family — including Uncle Bob, who gets under your skin. You don’t want to skip the party outright; you just want to de-escalate conversations with Bob so you can enjoy your evening. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Comedian Threats & Bari Weiss' CBS News

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 15:34


    A comedy act has escalated into a full-blown criminal investigation in California's Stanislaus County, where a comedian is accused of threatening a public official. Bari Weiss isn’t just critiquing the failures of legacy media anymore. As the recently appointed editor-in-chief of CBS News, she’s now in a position to rebuild it. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    FBI Nabs Florida Man & 'Five O Driving School'

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 19:57


    A Florida man was arrested after an FBI investigation linked him to multiple extremist group chats on the messaging app Signal, where he used aliases to share disturbing graphic messages, detailed instructions for explosives and violent neo-Nazi propaganda. "We wanted to employ a driving school with only first responders because we saw the benefit of having first responders teach these teenagers how to drive," Owner James Barnard said. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Amazon Issues Scam Warning To Millions Of Customers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 13:42


    Amazon is informing millions of its active users about impersonation scams involving someone illegally obtaining their personal information. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Secretary Leavitt's Family Arrested & Teacher Wrongly ID'd

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 21:39


    U.S. immigration authorities detained the mother of White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt's nephew, according to a source familiar with the arrest. The CTC said a background check showed she was convicted of driving under the influence, in Tulare County, in 2009. But that was impossible. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Republican Combat Veterans Urge Troops To ‘Stand Strong'

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 14:59


    Republican combat veterans in Congress urged service members to "stand strong" for law and order in a response video to Democratic lawmakers' message about disobeying "illegal" orders. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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