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Amid a packed Democratic field and no clear leader of the pack, California's Democratic party chair has sounded the alarm about a possible party lockout. For more KCBS's Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

The Chair of the state Democratic party has a message the crowded field for candidates running for governor. For more, KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

The Supreme Court made a momentous decision about transgender care in California, plus here's how pets can improve your quality of life and why so many of us are headed out on spring break.

California voters MIGHT get to weigh in on a voter ID measure this year. The proposed measure would amend the state constitution and require Californians to show ID for both in-person and mail-in voting. For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

California voters may soon get to decide if the state should adopt a voter ID law. supporters of the measure have gathered 1-point-3 million signatures to place a measure on the November ballot. For more, KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

What is the goal of the U.S. bombing Iran? Here are expert takes, plus the latest polling on how American citizens feel about it.

Governor Gavin Newsom has slammed President Trump..over the strikes in Iran while simultaneously acknowledging that the Iran regime must go. Meanwhile as plenty of Democrats have criticized the President's actions there has also been a split in their response. For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier

The race to become the next governor of California is being described as a "dead heat," and with several Democrats polling at single-digits, the field could be shrinking soon. For more KCBS' Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Gen Alpha is shaping up to be the largest in history. What should we expect from them? Fordham University expert gives a preview to KCBS radio. Plus, the latest on chatbot marketing and wearable AI.

An independent group backed by Silicon Valley executive is spending big on tv ads backing San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan's gubernatorial run. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Latest numbers from the Public Policy Institute of California are showing the race for California's governor is neck-and-neck, and according to likely voters, five candidates are dominating. For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott is joined by KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Bay Area transit officials say an upgrade to the Clipper card and app which was supposed to make things easier for commuters has been plagued with problems. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Here's a recap of the SOTU address with expert analysis from WCCO News Talk, KCBS Radio and WWL Radio.

In his State of the Union address, President Trump announced a "war on fraud" targeting Democratic-led states, including California. Although details were vague, the President said the effort could unveil enough fraud in public programs to balance the national budget. For more, KCBS' Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

It's time for our daily chat with KCBS Insider Phil Matier. President Trump delivered his State of the Union speech earlier this evening. Several prominent Democrats from California, including Senator Adam Schiff, have decided to boycott the event.

With gold at an all-time high, is it time to dump your other investments? Bruce Halprin, Wealth Enhancement Group with Vineeta Sawkar of WCCO News Talk. Desperate job seekers also turn to ‘reverse recruiters' Dave Frisco with KCBS Radio, McDonald's Shamrock shake gambit actually boosts their bottom line and more.

California's state workers are pushing back against Governor Newsom's order to bring them back to the office. The governor's July 1st mandate requires most state employees to be in the office four days a week. 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. State Senator Scott Wiener wants to make it easier for cities to break up with PG&E. Following last months massive blackout in San Francisco which left 130-thousand customers in the dark, he is proposing legislation to make is easier for cities to set up their own utility networks.

James Van der Beek's death raises the question … why are so many young people dying of colorectal cancer? Dr Andrea Dwyer, cancer expert joins KCBS, Plus,w hy do our brains make us hesitate? with Dr. Eric Eitry, prof at Carnegie Mellon on KCBS and great white sharks in the Gulf with Prof Sean Powers and Tommy Tucker out of WWL.

California Democrats held their state convention in San Francisco this past weekend but the party did NOT endorse a candidate for governor. This comes as Republican candidate and former Fox News host Steve Hilton is leading in recent polls and for more KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier

The Supreme Court did something many thought they wouldn't and ruled against President Donald Trump's ability to levy tariffs without congressional approval. So, what's next for the president who has said many times that tariffs is 'one of his favorite words?'

The California Democratic Party is hosting its state convention this weekend at San Francisco's Moscone Center. For more KCBS News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier and former San Francisco mayor Willie Brown.

Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders made a campaign stop in Southern California last night to rally support for a billionaire's tax in the state. For more, KCBS Radio anchors Margie Shafer and Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

A doctor warns about the deadly consequences of the political noise in today's medical landscape. Plus, warning about some generic drugs and compounded GLP1s.

The most recent polling in California's gubernatorial race suggests Republican Steve Hilton is surging into the lead in a crowded field. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Crime in Oakland might be on the decline but that didn't stop Mayor Barbara Lee from becoming a victim over the holiday weekend. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Get the latest on why Mark Zuckerberg is testifying today. Plus, is it time to take a digital detox? And places you're being watched that may surprise you.

This year, California revised its plastic bag ban to eliminate loopholes and restrict stores to paper bags at checkout. It's the latest in a years-long saga, and to tell us more KCBS News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee is reportedly set to try a new method when it comes to dealing with the city's homeless population. For more, KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

President's Day is this week, which brings up lots of questions about the presidents throughout history and how they've changed the office. Plus, Jesse Jackson tried to make it to the Oval Office, and rebuilt how Republicans and Democrats built their party along the way, and Stephen Colbert went public with news about CBS pulling one of his interviews.

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed California on to a new clean energy agreement with the U.K. which has again earned him the criticism of President Trump. For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Silicon Valley is looking for a new ally in the Governor's race and Mahan might make the cut. With Gavin Newsom set to leave the office tech billionaires are poised to find their political 'in' to avoid regulations on their business. For more KCBS Scott Cohn spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

We learned this morning that a tentative deal has been reached between the San Francisco Unified School District and the United Educators of San Francisco union bringing an end to the five-day strike. For more KCBS News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier and Former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown.

Border czar Tom Homan announced ICE is withdrawing from Minneapolis after two U.S. citizens were killed in altercations in officers. Plus, confusion reigns after the feds shut down the airspace over El Paso. What was happening?

The San Francisco teacher strike is uncovering decades-long issues and disparities between teachers, classrooms, and the school district. For more, KCBS' Steve Scott speaks with KCBS Insider Phil Matier

Two prominent state democrats appear to be at odds at how to deal with the recent court ruling tossing out a law banning federal agents from wearing face masks. For more, KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

The F.D.A refused to review Moderna's multi-million-dollar new flu vaccine, in what experts is the latest sign that RFK's Health Department is hostile to vaccines. Plus, concerning news about the effects of sitting and on childhood obesity rates.

California's EV adoption is still outpacing other states, and analysts fear the state could lose $5 billion each year by 2035 if EV adoption continues to grow. For more KCBS News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Get the top three skills today's employers are looking for, plus answers to which drugs are a good deal on TrumpRx, and which ones you should buy elsewhere.

Only 9% of workplaces say they're fully staffed in a recent Robert Half survey. Is that because of AI? And when your doctor uses chat GPT (and he does), what does that mean for the future of medicine? Also, more young people are having heart attacks. Here are the warning signs.

Billionaire Tom Steyer is outspending the field, while the newest candidate, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan, is raking in tech endorsements and donations. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier and former San Francisco mayor Willie Brown

Silicon Valley is spending big on state politics this year, with some strategists expecting big tech to spend more money than ever. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.