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Cruise hopes to get its robotaxis back on San Francisco streets soon
April 12, 2024 15:37 - 3 minutes - 3.14 MBAutonomous Cruise vehicles are trying to get back onto San Francisco streets.. following a suspension after one of the robotaxi's dragged a woman 20 feet on the street back in October. For more, KCBS Radio News anchors Eric Thomas and Nikki Medoro spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
A look back at the legacy and trial of OJ Simpson
April 11, 2024 16:33 - 3 minutes - 3.45 MBOJ Simpson San Francisco native and football player, later acquitted for the murder of his ex-wife, has died a battle with prostate cancer. For a look back at the trial, Eric Thomas and Nikki Medoro spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
A new poll shows most Las Vegas voters don't support a publicly-funded A's stadium
April 11, 2024 01:51 - 3 minutes - 3.34 MBA new poll shows a majority of people in Las Vegas oppose spending public funds to help the A's build a new ballpark. The poll by Emerson College found 52% against funding the park while 32% support it, and 17% percent were undecided. But, the issue may never make it to the voters. For more, KCBS Radio's Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
Calls for a recount emerge following a tie for one South Bay congressional seat
April 10, 2024 16:51 - 3 minutes - 2.84 MBDespite Sam Liccardo coming in first for the March Primary election to fill California's 16th congressional seat, supporters are calling for a recount, after the two runners up came in at an EXACT tie. For more, KCBS Radio News anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier
Audit highlights CA's falure to track billions its spent on addressing homelessness
April 10, 2024 02:40 - 3 minutes - 3.53 MBA new audit shows that while the state spent $24 billion dollars to tackle the homeless crisis over the past five years, it failed to track whether the money actually improved things. For more, KCBS Radio's Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
Audit highlights CA's failure to track billions spent on homelessness
April 10, 2024 02:40 - 3 minutes - 3.53 MBA new audit shows that the state spent $24 billion in an attempt to tackle the homeless crisis over the past five years, but failed to track whether the investment resulted in measurable improvements. For more, KCBS Radio's Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
Phil Matier on why San Francisco librarians say they feel unsafe at work
April 09, 2024 16:53 - 3 minutes - 3.18 MBStaff at San Francisco's libraries don't feel safe and are asking the city to step in and provide security guards. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke to KCBS insider Phil Matier.
Why has San Francisco has let up on traffic violations?
April 08, 2024 17:48 - 2 minutes - 2.54 MBSan Francisco is missing out on millions each year as police have been cutting back on traffic enforcement in recent years. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier. You can listen to this entire interview, and past Phil Matier interviews on the Audacy App. Download the app on your smartphone and favorite KCBS Radio. The interviews are posted in the On Demand section or you can utilize the Rewind feature to listen back.
Phil Matier and Willie Brown weigh in on Aaron Peskin's SF mayoral run
April 05, 2024 16:45 - 3 minutes - 3.46 MBAs we've been reporting, Aaron Peskin, president of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, has entered the city's mayoral race. For more on this, KCBS Radio news anchor Margie Shafer spoke to KCBS insider Phil Matier and former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown.
San Francisco Supervisor Aaron Peskin to announce his mayoral candidacy
April 04, 2024 20:53 - 2 minutes - 2.54 MBAfter months of speculation, San Francisco Supervisor Aaron Peskin is gearing up to officially announce his mayoral candidacy this upcoming weekend. He aims to succeed Mayor London Breed in the November elections. For more KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
With a 4/20 celebration out the window, what can we expect on Hippy Hill?
April 03, 2024 20:40 - 3 minutes - 3.28 MBFor years now, marijuana enthusiasts from near and far gathered in San Francisco on 4/20 to spark up for a well-known tradition which would eventually turn Hippie Hill into a smokey haze. But we won't be seeing any of that next month as officials announced today the annual festival will not be held in Golden Gate Park. For more, KCBS Radio's Patti Reising and Bret Burkhart spoke with KCBS insider Phil Matier.
Matier weighs in on San Francisco's latest plan to lower pedestrian deaths
April 03, 2024 20:39 - 2 minutes - 2.74 MBStarting this month, SFMTA is set to implement an extension of the ban on right turns at red lights across 200 downtown intersections. For more on this, KCBS Radio news anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke to KCBS insider Phil Matier.
'Pandamonium': Matier on the pitch to get San Francisco a visit from China's pandas
April 02, 2024 19:59 - 2 minutes - 2.35 MBMayor London Breed is traveling to China this month to promote San Francisco tourism, strengthen relations with Shanghai, and hopefully return with some good news about pandas. For more on this, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke to KCBS insider Phil Matier.
Celebrity guests help drive $25 million in donations at Biden fundraising event
March 30, 2024 02:14 - 4 minutes - 4.07 MBLast night in New York City, President Biden was joined by Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, and a host of celebrity guests for a fundraising event at Radio City Music Hall. The Democratic nominee won support to the tune of $25 million towards his reelection campaign. For more on this, KCBS Radio news anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke to KCBS insider Phil Matier and former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown.
What Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao considered when selecting new Police Chief
March 28, 2024 20:35 - 2 minutes - 2.69 MBOakland Mayor Sheng Thao introduced the city's next police chief Floyd Mitchell.. after several months of searching for someone to permanently fill the seat. For more, KCBS Radio's Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
What Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao considered when selecting new police chief
March 28, 2024 20:35 - 2 minutes - 2.69 MBOakland Mayor Sheng Thao introduced the city's next police chief, Floyd Mitchell, after several months of searching for someone to permanently fill the seat. For more, KCBS Radio's Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Radio Insider Phil Matier.
Empty storefront after empty storefront: A look at Oakland's economy
March 27, 2024 23:46 - 3 minutes - 3.07 MBVacancy across Oakland’s crop of downtown office high-rises was at an all-time high of 30.2% late last year. Meanwhile, several storefronts of varying sizes in the city’s business district have been empty for years. The lack of activity in the streets during weekday business hours is putting pressure on the city’s merchants, and is compounded by worsening perceptions around safety. For more, KCBS Radio's Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Radio Insider Phil Matier.
Baltimore bridge-ship collision draws parallels to 2007 Bay Bridge accident
March 26, 2024 15:37 - 4 minutes - 3.73 MBThe bridge collapse in Baltimore early Tuesday morning is reminiscent of a crash here in the Bay Area almost two decades ago, when the ship Cosco Busan struck the Bay Bridge, causing an oil spill. For a closer look at the parallels between the incidents, KCBS Radio news anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke to KCBS Radio Insider Phil Matier.
Berkeley's natural gas ban will not go into affect
March 25, 2024 17:49 - 2 minutes - 2.76 MBThe City of Berkeley has agreed to pull back on its first-in-the-nation ban on natural gas appliances in new buildings after a U.S. Court of Appeals sided with local restaurant owners. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Radio Insider Phil Matier.
Phil Matier and Willie Brown react to Gov. Newsom's call for ceasefire
March 22, 2024 17:36 - 4 minutes - 3.79 MBAfter months of pressure and rising civilian casualties, Gov. Gavin Newsom has voiced his support for a ceasefire in Gaza. The call comes as the U.S. prepares to bring a resolution to the U.N. Security Council to facilitate an immediate ceasefire and hostage release. For more on this, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke to KCBS Radio insider Phil Matier and former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown.
Phil Matier and Willie Brown react to the latest big-name call for ceasefire
March 22, 2024 17:36 - 4 minutes - 3.79 MBAfter months of pressure and rising civilian casualties, Governor Gavin Newsom has voiced his support for a ceasefire in Gaza. This as the U.S. prepares to bring a resolution to the U.N. Security Council to facilitate an immediate ceasefire and hostage release. For more on this, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke to KCBS insider Phil Matier and former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown.
Prop 1 passes: A closer look at the hurdles that come with it
March 21, 2024 20:40 - 3 minutes - 3.13 MBProposition 1 scraped by, allocating billions aiming to help the homeless and mentally ill. For more, KCBS Radio's Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Radio Insider Phil Matier.
Happy 90th, Mr. Mayor!
March 20, 2024 15:26 - 4 minutes - 4.51 MBIt's a very special day today here in the KCBS studio: Former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown is turning ninety! KCBS Radio news anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier and Mayor Willie Brown to reflect on the Mayor's impact and accomplishments.
Why did Governor Newsom postpone the State of the State address?
March 18, 2024 17:35 - 2 minutes - 2.67 MBGovernor Gavin Newsom has announced he's postponing the annual State of the State address. For more on why, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
Why did Gov. Newsom postpone the State of the State address?
March 18, 2024 17:35 - 2 minutes - 2.67 MBGov. Gavin Newsom has announced he has postponed the annual State of the State address. For more on why, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
Alameda County registrar manually counting Pamela Price recall signatures
March 15, 2024 17:42 - 3 minutes - 3.46 MBAlameda County's registrar has begun counting signatures for Pamela Price's recall campaign manually. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
Tenderloin locals sue city of San Francisco over poor conditions - again
March 14, 2024 19:30 - 3 minutes - 2.95 MBSan Francisco is being sued again over conditions in the city's Tenderloin neighborhood in a legal challenge brought by local residents and businesses. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke to KCBS insider Phil Matier.
SF officials keep a closer eye on the non-profits the city does business with
March 14, 2024 03:40 - 3 minutes - 3.11 MBSan Francisco supervisors are taking action to step up scrutiny over non-profits that do business with the city. The move follows a number of scandals involving hundreds of millions of dollars. For more, KCBS Radio's Patti Reising and Bret Burkhart spoke to KCBS insider Phil Matier.
Prop 1 seems it will pass by 'less than one percent'
March 13, 2024 15:41 - 3 minutes - 3.35 MBProposition 1 in California seems to be getting closer and closer after many assumed it was set to pass. For more, Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS insider Phil Matier.
Self-driving cars facing regulation efforts from government, Teamsters
March 12, 2024 16:19 - 3 minutes - 2.97 MBLabor groups are backing efforts for local leaders to rein in fleets of self-driving cars. For more on this, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke to KCBS insider Phil Matier.
PG&E rates increase as sales of electric vehicles are on the decline
March 11, 2024 19:08 - 3 minutes - 3.35 MBElectric Vehicle owners are feeling some pain in their wallet as soaring PG&E rates make EV adoption that much more out of reach. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
Phil Matier and Willie Brown on PG&E's newest proposed consumer rate hikes
March 08, 2024 19:00 - 5 minutes - 5.13 MBPG&E could be poised to raise rates for customers again after state regulators approved yet another bill hike. KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Nikki Medoro spoke to KCBS insider Phil Matier and former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown for more.
Mayor Breed addresses the city following her wins on the SF ballot
March 07, 2024 20:09 - 3 minutes - 3.47 MBLondon Breed is set to deliver her State of the City address today, coming off an election night that gave her a much-needed political win. For more KCBS Radio's Eric Thomas and Nikki Medorro spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
Is San Francisco getting less progressive? Matier weighs in
March 07, 2024 05:13 - 3 minutes - 3.58 MBHas San Francisco lost its progressive edge? That's what some pundits are saying after last night's election, in which voters backed measures to beef up policing and crack down on drug users who collect benefits. KCBS Radio news anchors Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising spoke to KCBS insider Phil Matier for his thoughts on whether the city's politics are no longer as far left as in years past.
Mayor Breed still vulnerable in reelection bid
March 06, 2024 16:21 - 2 minutes - 2.76 MBEven though San Francisco Mayor London Breed wasn't on the ballot yesterday, she still had a lot riding on last night. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
Alameda County residents collect signatures to ensure recall of DA Pamela Price
March 04, 2024 19:26 - 4 minutes - 3.99 MBGroups looking to oust Alameda County DA Pamala Price say they're going to be turning in 123,000 signatures to election officials today, trying to get the ball rolling on a recall. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
Phil Matier and Willie Brown weigh in on the latest mayoral race bombshell
March 01, 2024 17:54 - 4 minutes - 3.81 MBSan Francisco Board of Supervisors President Aaron Peskin has privately communicated to associates his intention to run for mayor in November, aiming to challenge London Breed for the position. For more on this, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke to KCBS insider Phil Matier and the former Mayor of San Francisco Willie Brown.
Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao will not attend Police Chief forum tonight
February 29, 2024 16:39 - 3 minutes - 3.62 MBA forum in Oakland today to help decide on a new police chief will not be attended by Mayor Sheng Thao. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
Why Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao is skipping tomorrow's police chief forum
February 29, 2024 05:56 - 3 minutes - 3.52 MBThe Oakland Police Commission is holding a forum tomorrow night to introduce four candidates for police chief to the public. One person who won't be there is Mayor Sheng Thao. For more on her notable absence, KCBS Radio news anchors Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising spoke to KCBS insider Phil Matier.
City of Oakland to fill Police Chief vacancy
February 28, 2024 16:57 - 3 minutes - 2.97 MBOakland's police commission has released another list of names to replace the vacant police chief seat. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
Matier weighs in on the financially troubled group behind Newsom recall effort
February 27, 2024 21:46 - 3 minutes - 3.27 MBThe group pushing a recall effort to oust Governor Gavin Newsom apparently has a hefty debt, clocking in at about a million dollars. For more o this, KCBS Radio news anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke to KCBS insider Phil Matier.
How Adam Schiff is strategizing to win the California Senate race
February 26, 2024 18:48 - 3 minutes - 3.13 MBIn a closely-watched senate race here in California, Democrat Adam Schiff could have his sights on elevating Republican candidate Steve Garvey as a way to keep Katie Porter out of the primary. For more, KCBS news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
What does it mean to be an incumbent in the upcoming SF mayoral race?
February 23, 2024 20:22 - 4 minutes - 3.79 MBThis morning, KCBS Insider Phil Matier and former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown spoke with KCBS news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer about the upcoming mayoral race.
Mayor London Breed falling behind in re-election efforts
February 22, 2024 16:39 - 3 minutes - 2.85 MBA new poll from the San Francisco Chronicle shows Mayor London Breed's re-election bid is in jeopardy. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer were joined by KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
"Pedal Politics": SF businesses respond to protected bike lane
February 21, 2024 16:33 - 2 minutes - 2.65 MBThree San Francisco businesses are threatening legal action after a pilot program putting a two-way protected bike lane on the Valencia Street corridor last year. For more, KCBS Radio's Margie Shafer was joined by KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
Matier on Charles Barkley's San Francisco 'smack talk' during NBA All-Star Game
February 20, 2024 17:56 - 3 minutes - 3.23 MBDuring Sunday's NBA All-Star Game, Charles Barkley, one of San Francisco's loudest critics, took aim at the city yet again. For more on this, KCBS Radio news anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS insider Phil Matier.
Oakland A's may be headed to Sacramento
February 19, 2024 19:11 - 3 minutes - 2.85 MBJust one day after a promising meeting between Oakland A’s president Dave Kaval and officials from Oakland and Alameda County to discuss extending the A’s lease at the Coliseum until 2028, Sacramento has swiftly emerged as the leading candidate to host the A’s from 2025 to 2027. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer were joined on the KCBS Ring Central Newsline by KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
Matier explains the factors around California's softening EV sales
February 16, 2024 17:15 - 4 minutes - 3.79 MBFor the first time in over a decade, sales of electric vehicles in California, including Teslas, dropped in the second half of 2023. This could contribute to doubts about the state’s ability to meet its climate goals. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke to KCBS insider Phil Matier.
SF mayoral candidate proposes bringing cars back to Market street
February 15, 2024 20:30 - 2 minutes - 2.65 MBMayoral candidate Mark Farrell says he'll bring cars back to Market if he gets the job. For more KCBS Radio's Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
Oakland CHP surge ending sooner than expected
February 14, 2024 19:08 - 3 minutes - 3.04 MBKCBS Radio's Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer talk with Phil Matier about why the Oakland decided to end its CHP surge earlier than most expected.