Philip Teresi

Philip takes a look at a new investigation by the California High-Speed Rail Office of the Inspector General found that the Rail Authority improperly reimbursed consultants for roughly $600,000 in questionable travel expenses, including luxury flights and trips to gyms and entertainment venues. The report concluded that oversight failures, poor documentation, and noncompliance with state rules all...

The Dome Fire is an active wildfire burning in southern Yosemite National Park near Wawona Dome and Chilnualna Falls.  The family of Charlie Kirk, co-founder of Turning Point USA, has filed a formal notice of claim alleging that a series of security failures by Utah Valley University (UVU) contributed to his assassination during a campus event in September 2025. The filing preserves the famil...

Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) has introduced eight articles of impeachment against Pete Hegseth, marking the first major effort by a Republican member of Congress to remove a Cabinet official from President Donald Trump's administration.  The proposal has become one of Hilton's signature campaign promises as he seeks to distinguish himself from Democratic rivals, including Xavier Becerra. Suppor...

Philip and Major Slatic take a look at a report that says researchers are increasingly examining a Reverse Flynn Effect, in which younger generations, including Gen Z, may be experiencing declines in certain cognitive abilities compared with earlier generations. The article points to educational performance data and expert testimony suggesting that technology use, especially excessive screen expos...

404 Media reports that a campaign has sought to characterize opposition to Flock Safety's camera network as Chinese-influenced propaganda. Critics reject that characterization, arguing that resistance to Flock stems from genuine concerns about privacy, mass surveillance, and the lack of meaningful oversight of powerful vehicle-tracking technology. The dispute reflects the broader national debate o...

Internal union investigations found evidence that Dave Regan, the labor leader behind California's billionaire tax campaign, used threats and intimidation while seeking support for Proposition 40. Regan denies the allegations and claims he is being targeted because of his advocacy for the measure. The controversy adds another layer of conflict to an already bitter battle over one of California's h...

Former Newsom chief of staff Dana Williamson, who pleaded guilty to fraud, tax, and false-statement charges in a major political corruption case, is seeking to postpone her Sept. 17 sentencing after undergoing surgery. Because the court filings have been sealed for medical privacy reasons, the exact nature of the health issue remains unknown.  A federal investigation involving Gavin Newsom is...

A memorial statue honoring late conservative activist Charlie Kirk was vandalized with red spray paint just days after it was unveiled outside the headquarters of Turning Point USA (TPUSA) in the Phoenix area. Police are investigating the incident.  The Fox News article centers on juror Paula Devlin's statement that members of the jury viewed the Lindsay Clancy trial as an opportunity to help...

Federal authorities have arrested a California man accused of orchestrating a scheme in which homeless individuals on Los Angeles' Skid Row were allegedly paid to sign ballot petitions using the stolen identities of registered voters. Callers check in with their experiences with homeless programs.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: ---    ...

Gavin Newsom Newsom tells Jake Tapper his intentions for 2028 if Kamala Harris decides to run for the Presidency. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: ---     Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify , YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.  -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/...

An entire high school football team in Southern California has been suspended for one week and will be forced to forfeit its next game after school officials determined players engaged in unsportsmanlike conduct following a rivalry victory.  Jeffrey Pribble, the head football coach and a PE teacher at Tracy High School, was arrested after students allegedly found a cellphone recording inside...

A defamation lawsuit involving Fresno Unified School District Trustee Keshia Thomas and former Bullard High School football coach Don Arax is moving toward a jury trial after mediation efforts failed to produce a settlement.   Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: ---     Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spo...

Gavin Newsom signed AB 1709, a California law that bars social media companies from offering features such as infinite scrolling, autoplay, and algorithm-driven feeds to users under 16. Supporters say it will help reduce social media addiction among children, while critics warn it could create privacy and free-speech concerns and may face legal challenges.  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Ph...

A public debate is emerging between leading AI developers and the Trump administration over how quickly artificial intelligence should advance and whether stronger safeguards are needed. Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, joined other industry leaders in calling for a slower pace of AI development, while President Donald Trump argued that the benefits of AI will outweigh the risks and warned against overr...

Come From Away tells the true story of what happened after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, when U.S. airspace was suddenly closed and 38 international flights were diverted to the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, Canada. Nearly 7,000 stranded passengers, known locally as the "come from aways," found themselves unexpectedly welcomed by a community of about 10,000 residents.  Pleas...

On this powerful edition of The Philip Teresi Show , Philip sits down with Major Terry Slatic to discuss one of the defining moments of his life and military career: the decision to put the uniform back on following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 . Like many Americans, Terry watched in shock as the attacks on the World Trade Center , the Pentagon , and Flight 93 changed the nation for...

25 Years Later: Remembering 9/11, the Heroes, and the Stories We Must Never Forget.  On this special edition of The Philip Teresi Show, Philip reflects on the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, a day that forever changed America and the world. From the attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon to the heroic actions aboard Flight 93, we revisit the events of...

Mississippi's education turnaround demonstrates that large academic gains are possible even in a low-income state. The key factors cited are phonics-based literacy instruction, teacher training, accountability, and early intervention for struggling readers. The article contends that these evidence-based reforms can be replicated elsewhere if political leaders are willing to pursue them.  Grin...

United Airlines planned a 9/11 remembrance flyover in Denver featuring a passenger jet escorted by fighter aircraft at the exact time United Flight 175 struck the World Trade Center's South Tower. After concerns that the imagery could alarm or traumatize the public, the airline canceled the flyover while continuing other anniversary memorial events.  A massive sinkhole opened in the driveway...

Fresno Unified is facing ongoing deficits, staff reductions, and contentious financial decisions, district leaders would likely welcome an extra $5 million today. The piece from GVWire uses that figure to question past spending priorities and highlight the difficult financial environment now facing the district. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: ---  &nb...

Jacob Coxon, a researcher who worked at both OpenAI and Anthropic, resigned from the AI industry because he believes companies are moving too aggressively toward powerful AI systems that may exceed humanity's ability to control them. His warnings received added attention because current Anthropic researchers publicly acknowledged that existential AI risk is a genuine concern and that major technic...

Several European governments investigating matters related to Jeffrey Epstein have requested help from the U.S. Department of Justice but say they have not yet received the cooperation they sought. European officials warn that access to U.S.-held evidence may be critical to their inquiries, while the DOJ maintains that it remains committed to assisting legitimate investigations.  Please Like,...

A proposal by Donald Trump during the Republican National Committee's first national midterm convention in Dallas. A $5,000 payment promised to every American adult if Republicans retain control of both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate in the November 2026 midterm elections. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: ---     Philip...

The Washington Post reports that while the ceremony celebrated the sacrifice of 9/11 victims and rescuers, it was also notable because Donald Trump repeated a disputed story about being removed from a potentially dangerous building near Ground Zero after the attacks. The claim has been questioned for years, and its repetition during a major anniversary event renewed scrutiny of the president's acc...

Fresno Unified School District's Chief Financial Officer, Patrick Jensen, is urging families to keep students in school and avoid pulling them out for vacations or other nonessential reasons, warning that absenteeism hurts both student learning and the district's finances. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: ---     Philip Teresi on KMJ is availa...