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A new report calls San Francisco's MUNI an exceptionally productive system. One of the things it's NOT doing so well on comes down to its passengers. For more KCBS' Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

A landmark case held You Tube and Meta responsible for the addictive qualities of their platforms, opening the door for thousands more cases. One expert says it could lead to heavy restrictions on social media, and the end of social startups. Experts discuss what's next, and we get an update on data centers and whether they help or hurt communities.

The Bay Area's population may have shrunk permanently thanks to pandemic-era losses... The region's AI boom is not enough to offset the sky-high cost of living and failure to build housing

A new report by the Bay Area Council says that a crackdown on illegal immigrants could cost the region up to 67 billion dollars. For more, KCBS's Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Wondering what the No Kings rallies are about this weekend? It's laid out here by an organizer and then analyzed. Is it a good idea? Plus, the latest on rising measles cases in schools as more opt out of vaccines, and moves to halt police from helping ICE.

There's a California bill that's pushing to create the country's first "seal of approval" for NON-ultraprocessed foods. The bill would require stores to display those products prominently

A recent poll finds that a large number of prospective voters don't know...and don't care...who a number of the candidates running for governor in the June primary are. For more, KCBS's Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Here's the latest on the plane crash at LaGuardia Airport that killed two pilots, and chaos at airports across the US as TSA workers struggle without paychecks amid a partial government shutdown.

USC has cancelled a debate between several candidates in the California gubernatorial race. The university received complaints about its selection criteria which would have left several candidates off the stage. For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

While recent polls show the governor's race is still way too close to call, one predictor is leaning heavily towards East Bay Congressman Eric Swalwell. For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier

The San Francisco Police Department is in the middle of its biggest hiring surge in years. For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

More on the recent disturbing allegations against Cesar Chavez by Dolores Huerta and other members of the farmworker and labor movements. Also, San Francisco is celebrating former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown's 92nd birthday and the half of the Bay Bridge that has been named after him. KCBS's Matt Bigler spoke with former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown and KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

The latest gubernatorial poll shows San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan trailing the leaders, with only 4 percent support. But, he appears to be the favorite of one particular group. For more KCBS' Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Horrific allegations by multiple women against iconic civil rights leader Cesar Chavez have raised questions about his legacy. Experts weigh in on how to react to the news, why it took thirty years after his death to hear them. And one wonders, "can we hold the dark with the light?" when it comes to his legacy?

Public officials and community leaders are re-examining Cesar Chavez's legacy and the several buildings and places dedicated in his honor. This comes in light of the emerging allegations about Cesar Chavez's history of sexual abuse. For more, KCBS' Matt Bigler spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

A New York Times report accusing labor leader Cesar Chavez with sexually assaulting three women, including United Farmworkers co-founder Dolores Huerta have state and local officials taking a look at monuments and events honoring him. For more KCBS' Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

64% of workers over the age of 50 feel workplace discrimination and 1 in ten feel like they've been passed over because of age. Learn more, plus get the latest economic numbers and discover how AI is making it harder for job seekers and hiring managers to find the right fit.

Among the several ideas being considered to save Muni is the possibility of bringing back Sunday parking meters in San Francisco. For more KCBS' Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

It's been three years since state lawmakers passed a law intended to stop spikes in gas prices, and with prices are on the rise, some are wondering why implementing that law was delayed. For more KCBS Radio News Anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Vice President JD Vance is leading the federal investigation into fraud in California. For more KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

First there was the Billionaire's tax, now organizers in San Francisco are launching a drive for a ballot measure that's being called the Overpaid CEO Act. For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

The war in Iran is spiking prices and there's no end in sight. Get the latest, plus a survey on the American Dream shows how stressed Americans really feel.

Governor Newsom says California's high gas prices are because of the war in Iran pointing the finger at President Trump. For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Today, we looked at an early poll of California's 2028 presidential primary candidates. Gavin Newsom, whose time as governor will end later this year, leads former vice President Kamala Harris by 14 points among likely voters. For more, KCBS's Matt Bigler spoke with Former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown and KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

A voter-approved bond measure passed by voters in 2024 to help with mental health treatment has so far failed to open any of its first 10 projects. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

New studies this week disproved the idea that cutting down on immigrants brings more jobs to Americans and that immigrants commit more crimes than average. Experts discuss, plus we get the latest on a blind immigrant who died in Buffalo when he was dropped off shoeless and alone miles from home, and on the other end of the spectrum Newell Normand talks about how New Orleans needs to get tougher with its street scene to compete for tourists.

A San Francisco judge has ordered the release of the man charged with assaulting Mayor Daniel Lurie's police bodyguard after viewing security footage and saying it appeared the man was, quote, "violently assaulted." The confrontation happened last week near the Tenderloin. For more, KCBS's Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

A video is circulating on social media showing petition signature gatherers paying people to sign, using names and addresses they're provided with. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

The highest strength tornado ever for this time of year struck Michigan this week, as hail, tornadoes, floods and more battered Texas and Illinois, too. Here's the latest on that, plus prices skyrocketing at the pump, where we stand with the war in Iran, proposals for a 'billionaire tax,' and more.

For more on the California Governor race the Democrats have a new plan to push their low-polling candidates out of the crowded field. For more KCBS' Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Gas prices are continuing to rise with the average price in California now 5.29. That's a 62 cent jump in a week. And the worst may be yet to come thanks in part to a proposed update to a state climate program. For more, KCBS's Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

A new story, and trends we can all see, show that Gen Z is changing the world of alcohol, plus another study shows Americans have a very dim view of each other's morality, and GLP1s may change lifestyles across the spectrum.

California's proposed "billionaire tax" is dividing lawmakers ahead of the midterms. For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

It's time for our daily chat with KCBS Insider Phil Matier. Phil joins us LIVE on the KCBS Ring Central Newsline. California recent redistricting has already cost Republicans one seat in Congress with Representative Kevin Kiley changing his party registration to independent.

Iran has a new Supreme Leader, and this is what you need to know about him. Is Trump going to send in soldiers? Plus, we reveal the latest polls on American acceptance of action in Iran

Governor Gavin Newsom is planning a $19 million dollar marketing campaign to change the national perception of California. For more, KCBS' Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Mayor Lurie and his security team were allegedly attacked by two men in the Tenderloin. Though the mayor was left unharmed following the altercation, video of the incident went viral. For more, KCBS' Steve Scott spoke with former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown and KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

The empty mall on San Francisco's mid-Market has new owners but their plans for the massive space remain a mystery. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Why is China beating the U.S. in electric vehicle production and innovation? Here's why. Plus, a professor discusses preparing students for an AI future and we learn about the country's biggest owl festival, where everyone is urged to come on down and 'have a hoot.'

The field of Democrats running to become the next governor of California is thinning ever so slightly. For more on this, KCBS' Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is being inducted into the California Hall of Fame along with 8 others. His inclusion may come as a surprise to some as his name was NOT on a short-list the governor mentioned months ago. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

The midterm primary results in Texas surprised many, so here's what happened and what it means. Plus, how high will gas prices go?