John McGinness

Today on The John McGinness Show the Lindsay Clancy case, involving the deaths of her three children and her subsequent jump from a second-story window that left her paralyzed, has sparked a national debate about postpartum psychosis, mental health treatment, and the role medication may play in such tragic cases. The Sheriff has drawn comparisons to the 1994 Susan Smith case in South Carolina, ano...

Today on The John McGinness Show AB 2760 would prohibit the use and purchase of wearable electroshock devices, including by state and local law enforcement agencies, in response to the emergence of new electric shock gloves. At the same time, California lawmakers are considering an emergency $10 million allocation to maintain Medi-Cal coverage for gender-affirming care for minors, raising question...

Today on The John McGinness Show Errors in felony cases in Nevada County that were linked to the use of artificial intelligence have raised concerns about AI's growing role in the court system and the potential consequences when technology is relied upon too heavily. The controversy highlights the importance of human oversight, critical thinking, and ensuring that legal professionals continue to d...

Today on the show we talk about the State of California's disfuction shown by the Stop Nick Shirley Act. Plus, Chicago schools are failing, and two El Dorado County Sheriffs are chirping. The John McGinness Show.

A UC Davis student accused of dealing drugs while on probation for killing a 14 year old when she was a juvenile has been given a free-ride at a California UC. What? Yeah, now she's caught again. All of this courtesy of State lawmakers. The John McGinness Show.

Today on The John McGinness Show the California Energy Commission is moving forward with rules that would require Californians to buy certain tires based on rolling resistance standards to improve battery range and fuel efficiency, with phase one beginning in 2029 and phase two in 2033. Critics argue the regulations could hurt mom-and-pop tire shops, drive consumers to buy tires out of state, and...

Today on The John McGinness Show the debate over the "Stop Nick Shirley Act", also known as AB 2624, may reveal where Californians place their priorities, with supporters arguing there is no reason to be upset if an untrained citizen journalist is simply documenting and reporting what they see. Others contend that anyone opposed to the bill should clearly explain their concerns as callers weigh in...

Today on the John McGinness Show academia is facing growing concerns over grade inflation, with many colleges reporting that incoming students are increasingly unprepared for college-level work. As schools reinstate SAT requirements, some institutions are discovering that students struggle with basic math skills, including fractions, raising questions about educational standards. Meanwhile, debate...

Today on the John McGuinness Show, Mark Larson fills in for the sheriff and talks about drivers on Highway 50 are increasingly reporting reckless behavior, including speeding, aggressive driving, and motorists suspected of driving under the influence, contributing to a rise in serious crashes and traffic deaths. State officials say California is investing in enforcement, DUI prevention efforts, an...

Two lawmakers in California and New York are proposing legislation that forces crime to *not be punished. Is it absurd? The John McGinness Show.

Amanda Blackwood in for John McGinness discussing Sacramento's School District and Measure "M".

The Sheriff is not happy that Gov. Newsome is giving away electricity, and Councilwoman Rosario Rodriguez joins John in studio

A criminal illegal alien kills a person sitting in their own garage in Martinez, and Don Wagner joins John--Republican running for Secretary of State in California.

California and taxes and taxes and.....

The Sheriff is seeking the truth from Dr. Fauci and Congressmen Kevin Kiley joins the program.

Jeanine Piro and the reflecting pool, Education in California and Michelle Steeb joins John to discuss Homelesness solutions

Amanda Blackwood is in for The Sheriff, talking ballot propositions with Rob Stutzman and Andrew Acosta

Amanda Blackwood in for John, with Jim Wonderman from California Forever, and Joshua Arce from California for Jobs.

Amanda Blackwood in for John. How chatbots and AI 'friends" are ruining mental health, especially of our children.

Amanda Blackwood in for John , with Lauren Zelt--Executive Director of Protecting American Consumers Together.

John welcomes candidate for Ca Controller, Herb Morgan. Then a conversation on a new bill that handcuffs the Private Security industry. SB1203. The John McGinness Show.

A new poll lays out the concerns and wishes of American voters. Then Artificial Intelligence as a medical tool. The John McGinness Show.

A proposed California law, AB 2108, would create a statewide diversion program and is being opposed by proponents of the tough on crime Prop 36 which was approved in 2025.

Jon Coupal of the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association joins John to discuss the legacy of Prop 13. And then the Prop 43 initiative proposed to close a Prop 13 loophole. The John McGinness Show.

Today, John takes a look at a federal lawsuit that could upend California’s in-state tuition policies and increase college costs for undocumented students, the effects of AI in classrooms, and California's farm to school program. John also says goodbye to his technical producer Noel Ballard as she leaves for Germany.