KFBK Morning News

The prediction market app Kalshi is in the spotlight after supervisors said they suspended accounts belonging to three congressional candidates accused of betting on their own races. Host Cristina Mendonsa asks listeners what they think about the ban and the potential complications it could create for U.S. elections. Then, anchor Mark Demsky reports on a state bill aimed at reforming California’s Elder Parole process that failed to advance out of a State Senate committee. This is the second hour of KFBK Morning News from April 23, 2026.

Host Cristina Mendonsa welcomes nonpartisan political analyst Gary Dietrich to discuss the California governor’s debate, Eric Swalwell’s ongoing challenges, and the future of Proposition 13. Then, anchor Mark Demsky reports that the Department of Homeland Security is still not fully funded, despite the Senate passing a funding resolution for ICE and Border Patrol, with House action still required. This is the third hour of KFBK Morning News from April 23, 2026.

Host Cristina Mendonsa explores a growing debate over support for the College Athlete Economic Freedom Act, part of a broader effort to regulate Name, Image, and Likeness deals, stabilize athletic department finances, and address concerns that major football revenue is crowding out Olympic and non revenue sports. Meanwhile, anchor Mark Demsky tracks last night’s governor’s debate in San Francisco, where candidates focused on housing, affordability, and Governor Gavin Newsom’s job performance. This is the fourth hour of KFBK Morning News from April 23, 2026.

Happy St. Patrick's day. Gary Dietrich joins the show. Scott Robinson joins the show. Oscars.

Today, Amanda Blackwood fills in for the Sheriff and chats with Debra and Steve Layton about oil. Debra Layton is the Vice President of Government Affairs for Signal Hill Petroleum, Inc. Steve Layton is the President for E&B Natural Resources Management.

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The Mayor of Arcadia, Eileen Wang is under fire after her alleged former fiancé is convicted for being a Chinese spy. The late Jessie Jackson once read Dr. Suess's Green Eggs In Ham on Saturday Night Live.

Today, John discusses abolishing ICE, why local law enforcement should aid immigration enforcement, and the legal jurisdiction of federal agents.

Music. Greatest guitarist. Callers share their thoughts.

Pat Walsh steps in to host The Shane Reaction, bringing his sharp perspective to the mic. The conversation dives into Charlie Kirk’s controversial use of cameras during courtroom hearings, explores the enduring mystery of chemtrail conspiracies, and reflects on the eerie, lingering fog blanketing the Valley.

Pat Walsh takes the reins on The Shane Reaction, steering the conversation into thought-provoking territory. From the lingering debate over chemtrails to nostalgic tales of life in Central California, the episode blends mystery with memory. Rounding it out, we examine Governor Newsom’s surging approval ratings.

Pat Walsh steps in on The Shane Reaction with a lineup that sparks curiosity and conversation. We tackle a surprising poll asking listeners if they’ve ever stolen from a self-checkout register, dive into the news of Budweiser’s Fairfield brewery shutting down and assess the current state of California’s reservoirs.

An AI Country Song and Revoking California Driver Licenses

Through ADDE's Law, California becomes the first state to require restaurants with more than 20 locations to disclose if items contain any of the top 9 allergens. Here's how the bill came together due to the concern of a local parent turned advocate...

The passing of Dick Cheney. Breaking news regarding New York's new mayor and California's Prop 50.

Baseball. No kings protest. Music.

Texas Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne has introduced legislation that would allow money used to fund protests to be tracked by the government. Victor Davis Hanson, a fellow at the Hoover Institution says that John Bolton has never denied the allegation that he has taken 1000s of classified documents.

Jimmy Kimmel. Sports. Baseball playoffs. The passing of Jane Goodall.

Charlie Kirk. People are getting fired from their jobs for comments about Charlie Kirk on social media.

More on Charlie Kirk and peoples responses on social media.