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The Sheriff covers happenings around California and then gets into Proposition reviews.

The Foster Youth Guaranteed Income program provides $900 per month for local foster youth. John begins his review of various propositions on the upcoming ballot

Bryte Park is being rebuilt — delivering improvements neighbors have requested for years. We’ll talk with West Sacramento Mayor Martha Guerrero about the massive investment and what it means for the Bryte-Broderick community.

Today, John shares his thoughts on potential members and members of the US Legislature.

Today, John discusses the Supreme Court striking down a piece of legislation in Hawaii that barred gun owners from carrying handguns onto publicly accessible private property.

Three socialists have won in the Democrat primary in New York this week, we go over some of their radical ideas.

Democrats and Republicans continue to battle over the SAVE America Act with Democrat Alex Padilla calling it a "hodgepodge of vindictive vendettas" and Republican Tim Burchett calling out Majority Leader Thune for ignoring Americans in support of the act.

House Speaker Mike Johnson warns that socialist anti-Americans are taking over the Democrat Party. Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman thinks radical Democrat policies will cause moderate Democrats to vote Republican.

Mark Larson is in for the Sheriff today, tackling the back-and-forth on a potential U.S.-Iran peace deal, diving into patriotism in America, and chatting with journalist Miranda Devine.

Today, John gets into voting in California and hears directly from listeners, then catches up with Steve Hilton about winning the second spot in the race for governor.

Pat reveals "The Cher Effect" - autotune! - and shares his favorite Cher songs as we celebrate her 80th birthday!

Host Cristina Mendonsa reports on a tense on-camera exchange that is sparking renewed debate over how politicians handle tough interviews. During a KTLA appearance, California gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra appeared visibly uneasy, questioning whether the segment would be a straightforward profile or a “gotcha piece,” highlighting the delicate balance between journalism and political messaging. Meanwhile, Anchor Mark Demsky notes that the Sacramento City Council is grappling with a significant $66 million budget deficit, underscoring the pressing financial challenges discussed in the first hour of KFBK Morning News on May 13th, 2026.

Host Cristina Mendonsa reports on growing concerns that college campuses are becoming increasingly fragile when it comes to handling debate and differing viewpoints. The discussion highlights how emotional responses may be overshadowing open dialogue, raising questions about the future of constructive disagreement in academic settings. Meanwhile, Anchor Mark Demsky notes that a new complaint filed with California’s political watchdog agency is targeting a candidate in the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors race, as covered in the second hour of KFBK Morning News on May 13th, 2026.

Host Cristina Mendonsa reports on a new CNN poll that is raising doubts about whether Democrats are truly gaining political momentum as the midterm elections approach. The findings suggest a more uncertain political landscape, challenging assumptions about shifts in voter support. Meanwhile, Anchor Mark Demsky highlights that Sacramento International Airport is gearing up for what could be another record-breaking summer travel season, even as major construction projects continue at SMF, as heard during the third hour of KFBK Morning News on May 13th, 2026.

Host Cristina Mendonsa explores the growing debate over artificial intelligence in entertainment, questioning whether it should be embraced as an innovative tool or feared as a threat to human creativity. The discussion reflects broader concerns across the industry about how emerging technology may reshape storytelling and artistic expression. Meanwhile, Anchor Mark Demsky reports that new state data shows California’s population dipped to around 40 million last year, with officials citing stricter federal immigration policies and changes to humanitarian programs as key factors behind a loss of roughly 54,000 residents, as heard during the fourth hour of KFBK Morning News on May 13th, 2026.