KMJ's Afternoon Drive

The voice of the Fresno State Bulldogs Paul Loeffler jumps on with Terry and CG to preview the upcoming matchup as the Bulldogs travel to southern California to face the USC Trojans. Terry & CG go down memory lane recalling past teammates and recruiting trip stories. 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.

Terry Slatic and Christopher Gabriel go back in forth telling stories and diving into the several rule changes for the 2026 NFL season. With most changes coming on one area: kickoffs. The league continues to tweak the "dynamic kickoff" system introduced in recent years in an effort to improve safety while maintaining competitive balance. 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.

Football is back and KMJ’s Christopher Gabriel joins guest host Terry Slatic previewing the upcoming College and NFL season. Former Fresno State Bulldog and NFL Pro, Cam Worrell joins the program with his NFL takes and who he believes where the next AFC and NFC champion has to travel. News released its Week 1 consensus picks from a panel of analysts covering the biggest games of opening weekend. The experts were largely united on several marquee matchups. Guest Host Terry Slatic, Christopher Gabriel & Cam Worrell 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.

The article argues that Superintendent Misty Her's roughly $514,000 total compensation package has become a lightning rod for criticism because it coincides with Fresno Unified's projected $88 million budget deficit, staff layoffs, and program cuts. Supporters view the compensation as consistent with leadership of one of California's largest school districts, while critics see it as evidence that administrative costs remain too high during a period of financial strain. 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.

Burger King's famous Whopper hasn't been radically redesigned. Instead, the chain made a series of quality-of-life improvements: a sturdier bun, upgraded mayo, and box packaging designed to keep the burger looking and tasting better from the restaurant to the customer's hands. Terry looks at the a list of Great Movies with Bad Rotten Tomatoes Scores. This list demonstrate that the critic not always have the reason, 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.

A recent attack on a Fresno County prosecutor and a separate incident involving Fresno City Attorney Andrew Janz have sparked a debate over whether certain government attorneys should be allowed to carry concealed firearms inside Fresno government buildings. Guest Host Terry Slatic Guest: Fresno City Attorney Andrew Janz 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.

Guest Host Terry Slatic & Nick Richardson The United States struck Iranian rocket launchers near the Strait of Hormuz after concluding that IRGC forces were preparing to deploy sea-mine-related weapons that could threaten shipping. Iran quickly retaliated with missile attacks aimed at U.S. positions in Jordan, signaling a renewed escalation in the conflict after several weeks of reduced military activity. 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.

Guest Host Terry Slatic & Nick Richardson Major Terry Slatic and Major Nick Richardson react to the latest news and how the entire situation has been handled. The USS Lincoln’s prolonged deployment was coupled with reports of water shortages, plumbing issues and attempts to jump overboard. The U.S. military announced that it used a high-energy laser weapon to destroy three drones linked to Mexican drug cartels near the U.S.-Mexico border, marking one of the most significant operational uses of directed-energy weapons in a domestic border-security mission. The incident occurred in the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas late on Aug. 25 and early Aug. 26, 2026. 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.

Guest Host Terry Slatic & Nick Richardson SB 1013 is essentially California's attempt to put stronger guardrails around license plate surveillance. The bill would limit how ALPR data can be shared, reduce long-term retention of vehicle-tracking information, require stronger auditing and security controls, and restrict use of the data to specified law-enforcement and missing-person investigations. If enacted, it would represent one of the most significant state-level privacy regulations governing license plate readers in the country. A team of researchers from the Netherlands, the UK, the US, and Hong Kong found evidence that people who use profanity more frequently may actually be more honest, not less. The study, published in Social Psychological and Personality Science, challenged the common assumption that swearing is associated with poor character or dishonesty. 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.

Guest Host Terry Slatic & Nick Richardson In August 1950, Truman was personally answering correspondence when he received yet another letter advocating that the Marine Corps receive independent representation on the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The letter came from Republican Congressman Gordon L. McDonough of California. The Marine Corps University document confirms that Truman did in fact call the Marines "the Navy's police force" and compare their advocates to a powerful propaganda machine. However, it also preserves his little-remembered follow-up letter, in which he apologized for his wording, praised the Marines' combat record, and reaffirmed his support for maintaining the Marine Corps as a distinct and vital branch of the U.S. military. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has blocked the promotions of four Army officers who had been selected for promotion to brigadier general (one-star rank), according to reporting by The Hill cited by NewsNation. The move is the latest in a series of Pentagon personnel decisions that have generated controversy inside military and political circles. 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.

Karen Steed is a retired classroom teacher with 25 years of service in Fresno Unified. She is running for the school board to bring a teacher’s perspective, practical judgment, and a clear mandate for transparency to every decision. 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.

Guest Host: Terry Slatic Major Terry Slatic takes a look at the escalating battle over the future of Measure C, Fresno County's half-cent transportation sales tax, which expires in June 2027. State lawmakers stepped in after the Fresno County Board of Supervisors delayed a citizen-backed replacement measure known as Better Roads, Safe Streets, creating a rare conflict between local and state government. 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.

Guest Host: Terry Slatic Major Terry Slatic takes a look at the escalating battle over the future of Measure C, Fresno County's half-cent transportation sales tax, which expires in June 2027. State lawmakers stepped in after the Fresno County Board of Supervisors delayed a citizen-backed replacement measure known as Better Roads, Safe Streets, creating a rare conflict between local and state government. 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.

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Nashville International Airport announced Friday that they intend to name the airport in honor of Dolly Parton, moving toward a major tribute to the icon after an outpouring of public support for the beloved late country music legend's legacy. 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.

A dispute has erupted in Wyoming after state and local officials said Justice Department election monitors exceeded their traditional role during the state's Aug. 18 primary election. Republican Gov. Mark Gordon criticized the monitors' conduct as "aggressive," "irregular," and "very odd," and asked the state's attorney general to investigate what occurred. Target apologized and removed a children's clown costume after widespread criticism that it resembled offensive blackface and minstrel-show imagery. The retailer admitted the product should never have been sold, said it was especially hurtful to Black customers and employees, and pledged to examine how it passed through the company's review process. 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.

A federal appeals court ruling has highlighted a growing legal challenge: U.S. laws governing illegal exploitative images were largely written before modern AI could generate highly realistic synthetic images. The judge said existing Supreme Court precedents may no longer fit the technological reality created by generative AI and suggested the Supreme Court should revisit those decisions. In an unusual marketing twist, Chris Hansen, the former host of To Catch a Predator, has purchased theater advertising that will run before every screening of A24's upcoming film Primetime, which stars Robert Pattinson as Hansen himself. 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.

After a viral video showed a chaotic scene involving students, parents, and a school bus in Calaveras County, the Calaveras Unified School District released a detailed timeline to counter claims that students were trapped on the bus for over an hour before authorities were called. At Fresno Unified's first school board meeting since the district announced it was eliminating centrally funded field trips for TK-6 students, no parents appeared to speak during public comment, despite significant public backlash online and thousands of signatures on a petition opposing the cuts. 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.

Philip Teresi checks in with Rep. Tom McClintock to get the scoop from the Water and Agricultural Forum. The Congressman discussed a range of issues affecting California agriculture, including water policy, farming, energy costs, regulations, and the 2026 governor's race. 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.

The Fresno City Council voted 6-1 to create a new Tobacco Retailer Licensing Program, requiring businesses that sell tobacco products to obtain a city license and undergo compliance inspections. City leaders say the goal is to crack down on illegal tobacco and vape sales, particularly products that target youth. A new study led by researchers at Brown University found that older adults who received the Shingrix shingles vaccine had a 24% lower relative risk of being diagnosed with dementia over the following four years compared with similar adults who were not vaccinated. 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.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a new law that prohibits future governors and senior state officials from using nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) when negotiating state laws or deciding how taxpayer money is spent. The measure is intended to increase transparency in state government and close loopholes that allowed key policy discussions to occur behind closed doors. Bulle, the upscale farm-to-table restaurant at Herndon and Marks that opened in spring 2026 with ambitions of becoming Fresno's premier fine-dining destination, is facing staffing turnover and wage-related disputes just five months after opening. 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.

The Washington Post's assessment is that Trump launched the Iran war expecting a short campaign but now finds himself trapped in a costly and open-ended conflict. Six months later, Iran's regime remains in power, U.S. military resources have been stretched, political support has weakened, and no obvious path exists to either a decisive victory or an easy exit. The article concludes that Trump's ability to shape the outcome appears increasingly constrained as the conflict settles into a prolonged stalemate. A federal judge has temporarily blocked key parts of a Trump administration rule that would increase federal oversight of mail-in voting through the U.S. Postal Service (USPS), marking the latest development in a fast-moving legal battle ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. 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.

The Observer's thesis is simple: Dolly Parton had the earning power to potentially become a billionaire, but repeatedly chose to deploy her wealth for philanthropy, education, job creation, and community development instead. Her legacy, the article argues, is not that she failed to reach billionaire status, but that she intentionally prioritized helping others over accumulating a larger fortune. Peter Cullen, the legendary voice actor best known as the voice of Optimus Prime in the Transformers franchise, has died at age 85. TMZ reported that Cullen died on August 26, 2026, at his home in Los Angeles. His agent confirmed the death, though a cause of death was not immediately disclosed. 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.

A startup called Operation Bluebird has officially launched a new social media platform, Twitter.now, arguing that Elon Musk's rebranding of Twitter to X effectively abandoned the Twitter name, logo, and related trademarks. A German artist and designer, Simon Weckert, has created a brightly colored, intentionally ugly shirt designed to make the wearer difficult for certain AI-powered surveillance systems to recognize as a person. The project, called Digital Camouflage, is meant as both a technical experiment and a commentary on the growing use of AI surveillance. 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.

A new report by YourCentralValley.com sheds light on where Fresno's controversial Flock Safety Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) cameras may be located, though the City of Fresno still refuses to release exact locations to the public. The controversy stems from earlier reporting by 404 Media that Texas law enforcement used Flock's surveillance system while investigating a woman who had allegedly self-administered an abortion. That reporting drew national attention because of concerns that license plate reader networks could be used to monitor people seeking reproductive healthcare. 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.

The Washington Post contends that the biggest winners from the settlement may be the lawyers and states involved in the litigation, not children. The board is skeptical that the restrictions Meta agreed to implement will have a lasting effect on teen social media use. An update from a story we covered in March of 2026 about a Clovis woman searching for a liver donor. Ray Gerrish, Husband of Pati Gerrish, calls in with an update that Pati is in recovery after a successful liver transplant. 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.

Fresno's Poverello House has filed a lawsuit against contractor Dave Clevenger and his company, PreFab Innovations, claiming they failed to deliver 26 tiny homes that were supposed to be built for a Fresno homelessness housing project. The nonprofit is seeking to recover nearly $1 million it says it paid toward the project. 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.

The Washington Post reports that U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro has convened an unusual special grand jury to investigate issues involving children and young people in Washington, D.C., including scrutiny of D.C. Public Schools (DCPS) and the city's oversight of youth services. Fresno Unified says eliminating district-funded field trips is a necessary budget measure and reflects what many school districts already do, relying on school sites and fundraising rather than central funding. Critics, including the teachers union and some parents, argue the move could disproportionately affect lower-income students and reduce access to educational experiences outside the classroom. The debate is likely to continue as community members press the district to reconsider the cuts. 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.

A military judge has ruled that Khalid Sheikh Mohammed (KSM), the alleged mastermind of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, will finally stand trial on June 5, 2028, nearly 27 years after the attacks and 25 years after his capture. The Trump administration is facing backlash after Justice Department lawyers argued in a court filing that the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts could eventually be demolished if a federal court prevents the administration's planned renovation and restoration project from moving forward. 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.

Peter Cullen, the legendary voice actor best known as the voice of Optimus Prime in the Transformers franchise, has died at age 85. TMZ reported that Cullen died on August 26, 2026, at his home in Los Angeles. His agent confirmed the death, though a cause of death was not immediately disclosed. A catastrophic flood disaster along the Nepal-China border in the Himalayas has left more than 1,400 people missing and at least 380 to 390 people dead, making it one of the region's worst natural disasters in recent years. Authorities believe the flooding was likely triggered by a glacier collapse or ice-and-rock avalanche high in the mountains. The highly watched murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother accused of killing her three young children in January 2023, reached a critical stage on August 27, 2026, with closing arguments completed and the case now in the hands of the jury. 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.

When scammers convinced Central Valley resident Glynna Morgan that she was the target of a federal money laundering investigation, what followed was nearly nine weeks of fear, manipulation, and psychological control. On a special edition of The Philip Teresi Show, Glynna tells her story alongside her financial adviser Ryan Del Carlo with Del Carlo Financial, Fresno County District Attorney Lisa Smittcamp and Kings View Behavioral Health's Dr. Amanda Nugent Divine. Host: Philip Teresi Guest: Ryan Del Carlo with Del Carlo Financial Fresno County District Attorney Lisa Smittcamp Kings View Behavioral Health's Dr. Amanda Nugent Divine Executive Producer: Gabe Navarro ******** If you find yourself in crisis - Contact Kings View Behavioral Health Victim of Fraud in Fresno County - Contact Fresno Co District Attorney's Office 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.

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has agreed to pay up to $18 billion and implement major new restrictions on teen users to settle lawsuits brought by nearly every U.S. state alleging that its platforms were designed in ways that harmed children's mental health and encouraged addictive use. The settlement ends a landmark trial that had begun earlier this month in federal court in Oakland, California. 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.

Fresno Unified has cut district funding for elementary school field trips in an effort to save roughly $2.2 million amid ongoing budget challenges. While trips are not completely banned, schools will now have to rely on their own budgets and fundraising efforts, prompting criticism from teachers and parents who say many students may lose educational experiences they otherwise could not afford. 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.

Even after her death, Dolly Parton has one final musical gift waiting for fans. Her unreleased song "My Place in History" remains locked inside a Dream Box at Dollywood, where it is scheduled to stay sealed until January 19, 2046. The recording has effectively become a musical message from Parton to future generations, ensuring that new music from one of America's most beloved entertainers will still be debuting two decades from now. Tim Curry leaves behind a remarkable entertainment legacy spanning more than five decades. From Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show to Pennywise in It and Wadsworth in Clue, he created some of the most enduring characters in popular culture and earned a reputation as one of the most versatile performers of his generation. 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.

Humanoid robots are making astonishing gains in specialized athletic tasks, to the point of breaking world records once thought unreachable by machines. However, their weaknesses remain obvious: many can run faster than humans but still cannot consistently stop, recover from mistakes, or handle the wide variety of situations that humans navigate effortlessly. Dolly Parton died following a brief battle with cancer ... TMZ has confirmed. Parton’s reps said in a statement to TMZ ... she was surrounded by loved ones at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville when she died. 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.

A major issue at trial is the large number of psychiatric medications prescribed to Clancy during the months before the killings. As of August 2026, testimony is ending and closing arguments are expected soon. Recent prosecution experts testified that Clancy was criminally responsible for her actions, while the defense continues to argue she suffered from severe postpartum psychosis and lacked legal responsibility. 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.

California Governor Gavin Newsom and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, have put their Fair Oaks estate near Sacramento on the market with an asking price of $7.5 million. The property was listed through Sotheby's International Realty on August 24, 2026. A federal judge in Virginia has temporarily blocked a proposed auction of more than 100 artifacts recovered from the wreck of the Titanic, siding for now with concerns raised by the U.S. government and preservation advocates. The key revelation is that the Tate brothers' legal team now says much of the luxury lifestyle displayed across social media was part of a marketing strategy. Court filings assert that several supercars, expensive watches, and even a purported $50 million yacht were rented, leased, borrowed, or used for promotional purposes rather than being personally owned by Andrew or Tristan Tate. 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.

Prosecutors allege that William Bao Khoa Ly befriended an 89-year-old man at a McDonald's, gained access to his phone and financial accounts, and then transferred roughly $100,000 into cryptocurrency accounts under his control. He has pleaded not guilty, and the case remains pending. President Donald Trump suggested on August 25, 2026, that the United States might rename Lake Ontario to“Lake America” amid the rapidly worsening trade dispute between the U.S. and Canada. According to the Wall Street Journal, Trump said on social media that he was “giving serious consideration” to the change. Axios' San Francisco edition focuses on what President Trump's mail-voting executive order and the recent Supreme Court ruling could mean for California voters and election officials ahead of the 2026 midterms. 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.

A recent stabbing of a Fresno County prosecutor and an earlier security incident involving Fresno City Attorney Andrew Janz have reignited debate over whether attorneys with concealed-carry permits should be allowed to bring firearms into Fresno government buildings. 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.

Philip goes down memory lane as we remember the closest thing we have to royalty in America, our Queen, Dolly Parton. Her extraordinary legacy as a singer, songwriter, actress, entrepreneur, and philanthropist will transcend multiple lifetimes. From her Tennessee roots to global stardom, she became not only one of country music's defining voices but also one of America's most admired cultural figures. Her songs, charitable work, and public warmth made her a rare celebrity beloved across generations. The New York Times describes Avenal as an unlikely center of election controversy after voters recalled four city leaders who then refused to leave office. After months of legal battles, a Kings County judge ruled that the officials had no legal authority to remain in power, reaffirming the validity of the recall election and the principle that certified election results must be honored. 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.

Philip reacts to a story from WIRED that argues that many leaders in the AI industry are misdiagnosing the public's growing skepticism toward artificial intelligence. According to the article, executives often assume people fear AI because they don't understand it, when many concerns are actually specific, rational, and rooted in real-world impacts. 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.

An arbitrator has found The Washington Post lacked sufficient cause to fire columnist Karen Attiah over controversial social media posts made after Charlie Kirk's assassination. The ruling orders the newspaper to rehire her and provide back pay, marking a major victory for Attiah and a noteworthy case involving newsroom policies, employee speech, and editorial independence. 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.

California's housing crisis demonstrates the limits of legislation by itself. Despite hundreds of housing-related laws, the state continues to struggle with high housing costs and insufficient supply. The author concludes that future success should be judged less by the number of bills passed and more by whether significantly more housing is actually built. 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.

Alaska's Senate race has become famous for featuring multiple candidates named Dan Sullivan. The latest twist came when former Anchorage Mayor Dan A. Sullivan endorsed incumbent Sen. Dan S. Sullivan over challenger Dan J. Sullivan, whose candidacy has sparked lawsuits, investigations, and allegations of voter-confusion tactics. The race remains one of the nation's most important Senate contests heading into November. 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.

An unattended firearm belonging to an off-duty law enforcement officer was discovered by students Friday night during Buchanan High School's season-opening football game at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Clovis, raising serious concerns about safety and accountability. 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.