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Charlie Kirk's killer was caught and the FBI held a press conference about it. We'll take you to that, plus bring in a criminologist, and other experts to discuss what's next.

Charlie Kirk was killed on a college campus the same week that Donald Trump said new guidance would protect prayer in school, and test scores showed that America's kids are falling behind in education amid ongoing security threats. In Buffalo, schools have armed guards here in the hallways. But it's not all dark because LSU's 66-year old freshman wants to inspire. Here's the latest.

Charlie Kirk was a flashpoint, a man with a giant platform who introduced young people across the United States to politics. And he was shot in the throat while speaking on a Utah campus. Here are views on what happened and where we go from here from Audacy's newsrooms across the country.

Many health professionals are steaming mad about what's going on in the Trump Administration where vaccines are concerned as new guidelines are confusing, at best, and leave people wondering what to do. There's so much turmoil and conflicting information that CVS is requiring prescriptions for some vaccines in some states.

Donald Trump has been busy lately, but is he really working himself to death? Here's more on reaction to that, plus his plans for Chicago and why he dropped Kamala Harris' Secret Service protection.

Former Vice President Kamala Harris is reportedly getting CHP protection after the Trump administration revoked her Secret Service detail that was extended by former President Biden. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier. Mario Tama / Staff / Getty Images

President Donald Trump has revoked Secret Service protection for former Vice President Kamala Harris, after it was extended by former President Biden. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier, and former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown.

Labor Day is over, which means it's officially back to school for all of America. Here, we dive into the latest in topics, including tech that can save lives ... and shorten lifespans. Plus, how much help with homework is okay and how to teach your kids about AI.

Washington DC is amidst its longest stretch without murders in recent history under federal intervention ordered by Donald Trump as he wonders aloud if San Francisco, Chicago and other big cities will be next, and many raise questions over his firing of a member of the Federal Reserve.

Governor Gavin Newsom says he'll be sending CHP officers to more big communities to help crackdown on crime. This comes as President Trump has threatened to deploy National Guard troops in several major cities, including San Francisco and Oakland. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Hear from kids who got away, a father who ran in alongside first responders, and Minnesota's top political leaders as we grapple with something all-too familiar: a school shooting. Get the latest on the perpetrator, and insight into what -- if anything -- may finally change.

San Francisco's tourism industry has rebounded in 2025, despite a drop in international travel after the re-election of President Donald Trump. Now, domestic visits and conferences are headlining the surge. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Listen to live coverage from legendary station WWL Radio during Hurricane Katrina and then hear analysis from experts talking to WWL's Newell Normand on what it took -- and will still take -- to bring New Orleans back to the city it should be.

A new poll by Politico shows that support for the high-speed rail project has actually grown since voters passed a measure to fund in back in 2008. This comes even though the project has been plagued by delays, budget overruns, and now new calls from the Trump administration to cut even more funding for the project. For more, KCBS radio anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Waymos and certain rideshare vehicles are now allowed on Market Street, leaving some San Franciscans very happy, and some very upset. For more on this, KCBS Radio anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

It's time for our daily chat with KCBS Insider Phil Matier, hosted by KCBS Radio news anchor Steve Scott. State Republicans have once again filed suit to keep Governor Newsom's redistricting plan off the November ballot. And they have the backing of President Trump, who told reporters that he plans to ask the Department of Justice to also file suit.

As Democratic officials in California move ahead with plans to put redistricting on the ballot in November, they're getting pushback from Republicans and from some members of California's independent redistricting commission. One of the architects of that commission, Charles Munger Junior, recently donated $10 million dollars to the effort to oppose redistricting. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

In the first week of his campaign to redraw California's congressional maps, Governor Newsom has already raised $6.2 million dollars from online contributions. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier and Former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown.

Catch up on the latest of what happened after the president of Ukraine visited the White House following President Donald Trump's peace talks with Russian president Vladimir Putin. Military experts and journalists weigh in on what to expect next as an analysis brings up a question: Did this all unfold because Barack Obama didn't intervene when Putin captured Crimea?

The California Supreme Court rejected a Republican-brought challenge to Governor Newsom's redistricting plan, effectively clearing the way for gerrymandering. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

It's time for our daily chat with KCBS Insider Phil Matier, hosted by KCBS Radio news anchor Steve Scott. It's official—the Texas House today has approved the redistricting map that would give the GOP five winnable seats at the request of President Trump. That sets up a showdown between the Lone Star State and California, with Governor Newsom drumming up massive support to redraw the district maps, with the aim of ushering in a blue wave in the midterms.

Governor Gavin Newsom has recently embraced a "bare-knuckle" style of politics against President Trump and the GOP, and new polling from POLITICO indicates it's helping his presidential aspirations. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Stay out of the water is the latest warning along the East Coast as Hurricane Erin bears down. Here's the latest on that storm, plus insight into New Orleans' ongoing recovery 20 years after Katrina and what the cuts to FEMA mean for what could be a wild weather season.

It's time for our daily chat with KCBS Insider Phil Matier, hosted by KCBS Radio news anchor Steve Scott. Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee is taking issue with a new ranking by U.S. News & World Report, which claims Oakland is the 2nd most dangerous place to live in the US.

California Republicans plan on going to court to push back against Governor Newsom's redistricting plan, calling it illegal and a quote "partisan scam". For more, KCBS Radio anchor Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS insider Phil Matier.

The exodus continues from what once was San Francisco's largest mall, with six restaurants recently closing shop in San Francisco Center's food court. This comes even as business appears to be returning to Union Square only blocks away. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Ever since the Supreme Court last year granted cities more power to arrest and fine homeless people, San Francisco city leaders have pushed for increased sweeps on encampments. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

California Democrats are moving forward with a redistricting campaign, as Governor Newsom calls for a special election to allow for new congressional maps. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier and former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown.

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are meeting today in Alaska to talk about the possibility of peace in Russia's war against Ukraine. One analyst says the word 'no' is Trump's most powerful weapon ... But will he use it? Also, CBS' Major Garrett has tips on what to watch for in the meeting.

Here are the facts, darn facts and opinions about President Donald Trump ordering the National Guard into Washington D.C., a move some believe underscores his totalitarian tendencies and others believe is a much-needed security measure for a key place in America.

California's leading Democrats are pushing for a drastic re-drawing of the state' congressional districts, in response to a push by Texas Republicans to do the same. But what do California voters think? New polling suggests the re-draw push could be harder than expected, and for more, KCBS Radio anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

The Bay Area's AI boom is bringing in-person work back and San Francisco now has a higher return-to-office rate than Los Angeles. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

A new audit says California can save millions if they offer more remote work options. But, Governor Gavin Newsom is challenging the report, saying the numbers aren't accurate. This comes as Newsom continues his push to have employees working in office at least four days a week. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., have now seen National Guard deployments, and we're considering the possibility that federal troops could be deployed to the Bay Area. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

It's time for our daily chat with KCBS Insider Phil Matier, hosted by KCBS Radio news anchor Phil Matier. Governor Gavin Newsom has sent a letter to President Trump saying he'll stop the state's efforts to redistrict if the President does the same in Texas.

With Kamala Harris and now Eleni Kounalakis out of California's 2026 governor's race, we're taking a look at the remaining contenders. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

On Deadline is a deep dive into a single topic from Audacy's newsrooms across the country. Today, we're talking about money, and why everything from electricity to steaks on the grill cost so much. Plus, get the latest on AI pricing and how it affects you. On Deadline is written and produced by Christy Strawser and Lauren Barry.

California Governor Gavin Newsom plans to meet with Democratic lawmakers from Texas today. On the agenda: the governor's retaliatory redistricting plan aimed at leveling the playing field if Texas moves forward with plans to redraw the state's electoral map. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Eric Thomas spoke in the studio with KCBS Insider Phil Matier and former Mayor of San Francisco Willie Brown.

A coalition of labor unions in the state is backing Governor Newsom's efforts to redraw the Congressional districts. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor, Steve Scott, spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

House prices are at a record high while mortgage rates are also still high ... so much so that we learned this week that an American has to make $117,000 a year in salary to afford a median house anywhere in the United States. So, is it time to just rent? And when will the Fed lower the interest rates?

A new report shows that housing costs are higher than at any other point in history ... which has many people wondering if it's time to reevaluate the American dream. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry and produced by Christy Strawser.

Residents of San Francisco's Mission District are criticizing local officials over the city's response to sex work in the neighborhood. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.