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President Donald Trump sent new signals on Iran, and even more signals about American elections -- signals that had many aghast -- plus, Elon Musk create a mega-merger and here's what's in it.

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie says he doesn't anticipate an increase in ICE enforcement ahead of Super Bowl 60. At the same time, he expects a greater number of federal agents in San Francisco to support law enforcement ahead of the game. For more KCBS' Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

We're just days away from one of the biggest sporting events in the world taking place here in the Bay Area. But, will this year's Super Bowl help bring Americans together or become a platform for protests? For more, KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Here's the latest on some high-profile construction projects President Donald Trump has taken on and answers about his new choice to serve as Fed chairman.

Ten years after hosting Super Bowl 50 the Bay Area is again the center of the NFL world. We're taking a look at how the Bay Area has changed in the past decade and for more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

This week, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan became the newest candidate running for governor of California. He's up against a crowded field, and for more KCBS News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier and former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown.

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan is throwing his hat into the Governor's race, joining an already crowded field. To tell us more, KCBS Radio anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

The Challenger exploded 40 years ago this week. Here's how it changed space travel forever. Plus, an expert discusses when humans will be on Mars, and Chad Hartman discusses most iconic TV moments, including The Challenger.

Tax season opened this week and there are changes you need to know about. Plus, is the Justice Department trying to build a case against Jerome Powell's for improvements to an old building? Get the latest.

To tell us more about California's governor's race, now that San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan has officially joined, KCBS Radio anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Alameda joins Santa Clara county in implementing ICE-free zones, which bar federal immigration agents from conducting operations on county property. For more, KCBS News Anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

A court case will decide whether Tik Tok is too addictive to survive, and we explore that with experts and users. Plus, what are police trained to do during a conflict with unarmed citizens, and how to know if the video you're watching on social media is legitimate.

California’s population growth stalled from mid-2024 to mid-2025, marking the first essentially flat growth after years of pandemic-era slowdown. Trump administration immigration raids and policy changes reduced the foreign-born population by 1.5 million, slowing U.S. population growth to half a percent. For more KCBS News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

The Bay Area is hosting the Super Bowl a week from Sunday, and while the big game is in Santa Clara, a number of events are being held in San Francisco. For more... KCBS's Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

ICE seems to be backing away in Minnesota after two deadly encounters with American citizens. But what's next? Here are their plans for the Super Bowl

The Department of Homeland Security has confirmed that there will be ICE agents at Super Bowl 60. For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Governor Gavin Newsom's feud with President Trump traveled to the Swiss Alps this week during the World Economic Forum. For more on this KCBS Radio news anchor Steve Scott spoke to KCBS Insider Phil Matier and former San Francisco mayor Willie Brown.

The series closes with the voice of Nataly’s late father, Carlo, whose love, artistry, and spirit still echoed through the home he built. As the family returns to the ashes, small survivors, a palm tree, a ring, become symbols of enduring love and legacy. Through memories, laughter, grief, and resolve, this episode explores what it means to rebuild not just a house, but a sense of home, honoring a...

State Senator Scott Wiener is stepping down as the co-chair of the Legislative Jewish Caucus. The move comes after he posted a video on social media saying Israel's actions in Gaza amount to genocide. For more on this KCBS Radio news anchor Rebecca Goodeyon spoke to KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

From Florida, through the Carolinas, East Coast, and Midwest, Fern is coming and she's angry. Here's what to expect and how to stay safe, plus if it makes you swear, you're not alone. And if your kids join you you're not alone in that either.

San Francisco is modifying how it carries out the "Point in Time" homeless count, which is done every other year, and is required to receive federal funds. For more, KCBS News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Governor Gavin Newsom says the Trump administration was behind the cancellation of a speech he was set to deliver at an event in Davos today. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

AI consumption of water and power for data centers is sending some communities into a frenzy. Here's more on that, plus what the CEO of SalesForce says about the 'evils' of AI.

Both President Trump and California Governor Gavin Newsom are speaking today at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Newsom has spent the week bashing the President's policies enacted in his second term. Meanwhile the President briefly acknowledged Newsom during his address today. For more KCBS News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

It's time for our daily chat with KCBS Insider Phil Matier. Governor Newsom is calling on world leaders to stand up to President Trump. Newsom arrived in Davos for this week's economic forum ahead of Trump, who's scheduled to deliver an address tomorrow. For more, KCBS Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.