Philip Teresi

A couple wearing black climbed to the top of the Empire State Building's transmitter, and by the time they climbed back down, they were engaged, and then arrested. Angela Nikolau, 33, and Ivan Kuznetsov, 32, were hit with numerous charges following their stunt, including burglary, reckless endangerment, criminal mischief, violation of local laws, possession of burglar's tools, criminal tampering,...

The Wall Street Journal reports on a Justice Department investigation that concluded some of America's largest egg producers coordinated efforts to influence a key egg-pricing benchmark, potentially contributing to the sharp rise in egg prices that consumers experienced during 2022–2025. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: ---     Philip Te...

A New Jersey middle school has recalled its yearbooks after an infant photograph of Adolf Hitler was discovered in a section meant to feature baby pictures of graduating students.  Fresno County supervisors have taken the first step toward expanding concealed-weapons privileges for certain county officials and employees. Supporters say the change is necessary for personal protection amid grow...

A legal dispute between Reedley farmer Cesar Mora and Giumarra Brothers Fruit Company has left Mora unable to sell a large crop of white nectarines. Rather than let the fruit go to waste, he opened his orchard to the public and began giving away over 125,000 pounds of nectarines for free, drawing thousands of visitors from across the Central Valley.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Te...

California's July 1, 2026 laws bring significant changes touching everyday life—from restaurant allergen disclosures and food labels to school cellphone policies, gas taxes, autonomous vehicles, housing development, and local minimum wages. The new rules are among the state's broadest mid-year legal updates in recent years.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all...

Starting July 1, 2026, federal student loan borrowers face a major overhaul: the SAVE plan is ending, repayment options are being consolidated into new plans such as RAP, and graduate students will face new borrowing caps. Supporters say the changes simplify the system and reduce debt, while critics warn of higher payments and reduced access to higher education.  A California judge ruled that...

The Daily Mail article centers less on the legal details of the birthright citizenship case and more on the political fallout: Trump's supporters directing criticism at Justice Amy Coney Barrett after she joined the Supreme Court majority in preserving birthright citizenship and rejecting Trump's executive order. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: ---  &n...

A JetBlue Airbus A321 arriving from Las Vegas reported a possible collision with a drone while on final approach to New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) on June 29, 2026. The pilot told air traffic control that the object struck the aircraft "right above the cockpit" at about 3,000 feet altitude, approximately 10–12 miles from the airport.  The U.S. Supreme Court annou...

President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia faced a fresh round of pressure on Tuesday as Ukraine launched another attack on the Russian capital, continued to disrupt Russian fuel supplies and pressed its campaign to cut off Crimea, the peninsula Moscow annexed from Ukraine in 2014.  Putin could be "forced to surrender," but the underlying story is really about whether Ukraine's expanding drone cam...

Trump is pressuring gasoline retailers to cut pump prices quickly, arguing that recent declines in crude-oil prices should be reflected at gas stations. He suggested prices should move toward $2.50 per gallon, warned against alleged price gouging, and has directed the Justice Department to investigate whether fuel sellers are keeping prices artificially high.  For all the pollyannish blather...

Central Valley Honor Flight is committed to honoring local WWII, Korean War and Vietnam War veterans by sending them to see their memorials in Washington D.C. Since its inaugural flight in October 2013, our non-profit organization has sent over 1800 World War II veterans, Korean War veterans, and Vietnam War veterans and their travel “Guardians”. Help CV Honor Flight continue to commem...

WalletHub ranked Fresno, Visalia, Bakersfield, Modesto, Salinas, and Stockton among the nation's least-educated metro areas based largely on college-degree attainment rates. Fresno placed 144th out of 150 metros, while nearby Visalia ranked last. Meanwhile, San Jose ranked among the nation's most-educated regions.  Sony plans to remove 551 StudioCanal movies and TV shows from PlayStation libr...

The District of Columbia has agreed to pay $50,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by a resident who accused police officers of illegally detaining him for following an Ohio National Guard patrol while playing Darth Vader's theme song from "Star Wars" on his cellphone.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: ---     Philip Teresi on KMJ is available...

Buc-ee’s is expanding nationwide with 15 new mega travel centers planned—but none in California yet. Should Fresno try to land one?  This Supreme Court term produced major rulings on birthright citizenship, mail voting, transgender athletes, campaign finance, executive power, and digital privacy. While some decisions limited presidential actions, others expanded executive authorit...

To celebrate Mel Brooks' 100th birthday, the American Film Institute (AFI) officially elevated his 1974 comedy Blazing Saddles to the No. 1 spot on its famous"100 Years...100 Laughs" list, declaring it the funniest American film ever made.  Authorities in the Mexican state of Jalisco are searching for an unidentified vigilante nicknamed "Mexican Batman" after multiple suspected motorcycle thi...

Michigan lawmakers voted unanimously to make it easier for kids to run lemonade stands by exempting qualifying child-run beverage stands from permits, licenses, and fees. Supporters say it protects a classic childhood entrepreneurial activity and removes unnecessary regulation from businesses earning less than $5,000 per year.  Comcast is breaking itself into two standalone public companies:...

T‑Mobile is forcing many customers off older grandfathered plans and onto newer 5G-era plans beginning in July 2026. Many affected subscribers will see price increases—often up to $6 per line per month—while gaining newer plan features and a 5‑year price guarantee. The controversy stems from T‑Mobile's past promises that made customers believe their grandfathered plans would remain lar...

As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona and Republican Sen. Todd Young of Indiana are arguing that America's political system needs more cooperation across party lines and more willingness by elected officials to make difficult decisions that may not be politically popular.   Police say a Walnut Creek teenager turned Califor...

As the nation marks its 250th birthday, some people see the Stars and Stripes as a nonpartisan symbol of America, while others feel it has become politically loaded and associated with current political movements, especially MAGA and Trump.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: ---     Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Appl...

Starting July 1, streaming services serving Californians can no longer run commercials louder than the content they're attached to. The law extends protections long available on traditional TV to streaming platforms and could eventually influence ad-volume standards across the United States.  Pete Buttigieg says an anonymous false CPS report caused authorities to investigate his family and te...

The Supreme Court ruled that states may continue counting legally cast mail ballots that arrive after Election Day under state rules, preserving systems already used in much of the country and rejecting a challenge supported by President Trump and allied Republican groups.  Fresno County is considering a policy that would let certain county employees with valid CCW permits carry firearms at w...

Daily Buzz Question: Is it appropriate or inappropriate to consider GLP-1 weight-loss drugs for children facing obesity?  Trump says Iran requested direct talks and that a meeting is planned in Qatar, but Iranian officials deny that any meeting has been scheduled. Meanwhile, both sides are sending conflicting messages about Iranian assets, and military tensions around the Strait of Hormuz con...

Candace Owens is publicly criticizing—and even celebrating the struggles of—her former workplace, The Daily Wire, following her departure and ongoing feud with its leadership.  When State Center Community College District purchased the building in 2018 and inspected the G sign on top of the building, engineers determined the sign and its mechanisms had deteriorated too far to save...

The “Dialog” network is a highly exclusive, invitation-only gathering of influential figures from tech, government, and business who meet privately to discuss major global issues. The recent leaks pulled back the curtain on a system designed for elite networking and idea-sharing—raising questions about transparency, influence, and how decisions affecting the public may be shaped...

The FCC is considering major changes—including possible elimination—of the $2 billion E‑Rate program that helps schools and libraries afford internet access. Supporters say the program is essential for equal education access, while critics argue it may have outlived its original purpose and contributed to excessive screen use.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ...