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POLL: Assemblyman Kevin Kiley introduced a bill (AB 1708) to repeal CA's Sanctuary State law which limits the ability of local law enforcement to notify federal authorities about the release of undocumented immigrants from jail. Should the law be repealed?
This hour, John McGinness will have Gubernatorial candidate
@TheRealJohnHCox
on NewsRadio KFBK at 93.1 FM and 1530 AM. Here are other ways you can listen.
The controversial vaccine bill is on Gov. Newsom's desk that cracks down on doctors who give medical exemptions for vaccinations. The governor may or may not sign it in its present form. Should Gov. Newsom sign SB 276 into law?
Police reportedly say the suspect is in custody after Univ of North Carolina, Charlotte campus shooting. Authorities say no one else is believed to be involved in the killing of two and wounding of four others. WSOC reports suspect is 22-yr-old student Trystan Andrew Terrell.
Today marks 12 years with John McGinness on KFBK! He started in 2011 after retiring as Sheriff for
@sacsheriff
. His show topis range from local crime to national politics & legal procedure with insight from his extensive career. Happy work-iversary John! Here's to year 13!
Assemblyman Vince Fong (R) and Assemblyman Carlos Villapudua (D) say California should be using our abundant supply of petroleum in the state to reduce our dependence on foreign oil.
CDC reportedly says five people evacuated from Wuhan, China, and who were being quarantined at Travis Air Force Base in Fairfield, CA, now show symptoms of
#Coronavirus
Afternoon News Poll: The "Let Them Play" resolution aims to open up youth sporting activities and competition. Authors of the resolution say CA is the only large state keeping youth sports locked down with detrimental results. Should we open up youth sports?
Happy work-iversary to the incredible
@KittyONealSac
! We have been to lucky to work with Kitty for an amazing 37 years! She is a pillar in the Sacramento community and a bright light and friendly face in our news room. Happy 37 years to Kitty O'Neal!
POLL: Two California lawmakers are working to make Standard Time the only time. They're calling it "Ditch the Switch." What would you like to see happen in CA ? Keep going back and forth, go with Standard Time year round, or go with Daylight Saving time all year?
On this day in history: KVQ transmits its first broadcast in Sacramento in 1922. By September of 1922, KVQ becomes KFBK. Today we start the celebrations of our centennial anniversary of broadcasting in the Sacramento region. Thank you for being a part of our history❤️
POLL: Before the CA gubernatorial recall election results are in, leading GOP candidate Larry Elder's website refers to investigating the “twisted results" while fact-checkers say there's no evidence of fraud. Do you think there's reason to question the validity of the election?
Rapper Mac Miller is dead of an apparent overdose at the age of 26. TMZ is reporting law enforcement arrived around noon at his San Fernando Valley home, where he was pronounced dead. Miller has suffered from substance abuse issues following his breakup with Ariana Grande.
A few hours ago, the
#CaldorFire
was only 4 miles away from the FM transmitter tower. Here are some shots from our engineering team. They are working hard to keep power on as the fire rips across El Dorado County.
Judge today rules Governor
@GavinNewsom
overstepped his authority by ordering that vote-by-mail ballots be issued to all registered California voters. Get the full story:
Gov
@GavinNewsom
today says that President Trump has changed course and approved CA’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration for wildfires. “Just got off the phone with (him)...Grateful for his quick response,” said Governor Newsom.
BREAKING: Two Sacramento County Supervisors are confirming the Greater Sacramento Region will be exiting the stay at home order, effective immediately. Details at 4 p.m. on the KFBK Afternoon News with Kitty O'Neal.
Matthew Oliver has already received endorsements from Assemblyman Kevin Kiley, Lincoln Mayor Holly Andreatta, and Rocklin City Councilman Joe Patterson
POLL: Human and civil rights advocacy group Freedom Angels are taking to the State Capitol to speak out against bills they say infringe upon parental rights and removes local control. Are you concerned about parental rights being infringed upon in CA?
A Milwaukee Public Schools teacher was suspended after tweeting "limbaugh absolutely should have to suffer from cancer. it's awesome that he's dying, and hopefully it is as quick as it is painful.” There are calls to fire the teacher. Should he be let go?
There’s a new sheriff in town! Well at least for the day. Tune in now to hear former
@sacsheriff
Scott Jones on the John McGinness show. Listen live anywhere with the free
@iHeartRadio
app with KFBK News Radio.
Researchers in Australia declare a Coronavirus breakthrough. They discovered how to grow live cells from patients rather than mimic synthetic cells. Health experts around the world will reportedly be able to diagnose patients faster. Breakthrough raises hopes for a vaccine.
Rush Limbaugh got his radio start in Sacramento in the 1980's at KFBK. Take a look back at the 25th anniversary special for his show and listen to the KFBK staff share memories with Rush.
Gov. Newsom’s job approval rating has plummeted.
More than 1/3 of the state’s registered voters said they would vote for a recall if it qualifies for the ballot. It needs just under 1.5M signatures and the AP says there are about 1.3M signatures. Do you support the recall?
President Trump is planning to station U.S. troops along the Mexican border. At an news briefing today, Trump said military troops are needed to secure the border until a new wall is built. Should U.S. Troops be securing the Mexican border?
BREAKING: The Senate votes former President Trump not guilty of inciting the insurrection at the Capitol. He has been acquitted of impeachment in a 57-to-43 vote.
BREAKING: California will provide disaster relief checks to undocumented immigrants.
Gov Newsom says checks will be between $500-$1,000 and will cost $125 million from state/philanthropic funds.
John McGinness Poll Question:
Berkeley teacher's union president Matt Meyer was spotted dropping his daughter off at a private preschool in Berkeley, after having insisted public schools remain closed.
Do you see this as evidence of insincerity on the part of union leadership?
#Breaking
Sac County DA is filling murder charges against Smiley Martin, Dandrae Martin, and Mtula Payton in the K-Street mass shooting. They are all facing 3 counts with enhancements for previous felonies.
@SacPoliceChief
says the shooting was" clearly gang related"
Governor Gavin Newsom today says California is getting a Fire Management Assistance Grant from FEMA to help ensure the availability of vital resources to suppress the
#SilveradoFire
burning in Orange County.
The world’s largest tree, the General Sherman in Sequoia National Park, was spared direct fire damage as the KNP Complex blaze swept into the park’s Giant Forest over the weekend.
Coming up on KFBK...
@SheriffSJones
will join The John McGinness Show at 3:15 to discuss his run for Congress and retirement from the Sac. Sheriff Department this year. Tune in to hear the interview on KFBK.
VP Kamala Harris is no longer coming to the Bay Area to campaign for Governor Newsom. Harris has cancelled tomorrow's event in Oakland. The Governor's press office has confirmed the news to KFBK. The office has not responded to inquiries about a reason for the cancellation yet.
POLL: Democratic lawmakers in the CA Assembly Public Safety Committee on Tuesday blocked a measure that would have classified human trafficking of a minor as a serious felony under state law. Backlash has been swift and SB-14 is being reconsidered. Should it pass?
The
#CaldorFire
continues to threaten the KFBK-FM transmitter which provides the signal for you to listen to KFBK on 93.1 FM. The fire is roughly under a mile away from the transmitter. If the FM signal goes out, KFBK can still be heard on 1530-AM and through the iHeartRadio App
The City of Sacramento is proud to announce the official opening of the Sacramento Film Office, to assist in promoting and developing Sacramento’s film industry.
POLL: Republican John Cox has pulled into 2nd place in polling for CA's Governor's race. Lt. Governor Gavin Newsom is still 1st, with former LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa in 3rd place. Who are you voting for in the June 5th primary?
Parents across California are begging state officials to "Let Them Play." Hundreds of rallies were held around the Golden State on Friday to put pressure on state officials, to try and push for a return to youth sports.
Our KFBK-FM transmitter is still in the path of the
#Caldorfire
- If the signal comes in weak or cuts out all together, we are still available on 1530-AM and live everywhere through the iHeartRadio app.
The fast moving
#CaldorFire
in the area is affecting the KFBK-FM transmitter. If service is spotty or goes out all together, we are still on the air at 1530-AM and live everywhere through the iHeartRadio app. We are still working to bring you the latest wildfire updates.
Former President Donald Trump thanked what he called "millions of decent, hardworking, law-abiding, God-and-Country loving citizens" after the U.S. Senate acquitted him in his second impeachment trial.
POLL: Dr. Christine Blasey Ford says she is 100% sure Brett Kavanaugh sexually assaulted her. Kavanaugh vehemently and categorically denies the accusation. Who do you believe?
John McGinness Poll Question: Will you support forceful actions by law enforcement if protests become violent and/or destructive in Sacramento in the coming days?
The fast moving
#CaldorFire
in the area is affecting the KFBK-FM transmitter. If service is spotty or goes out all together, we are still on the air at 1530-AM and live everywhere through the iHeartRadio app. We are still working to bring you the latest wildfire updates.
#DEVELOPING
We are monitoring a grass fire in Solano County near Vacaville. The
#HayRoadFire
is not currently threatening any structures and no evacuation orders have been issued at this time. Multiple fire agencies in the county are heading to the blaze near Hwy 113 at Hay Road