Google, Meta, and TikTok are asking federal courts to block California's new youth social media law before it takes effect. The companies say the law infringes on constitutional speech rights and conflicts with federal protections, while California argues the measure is a necessary safeguard for children online. 

The New York appeals court's ruling keeps New York City's luxury second-home tax on track. The measure is expected to raise about $500 million a year from owners of high-end part-time residences, though broader legal challenges to the tax itself are still being fought in court. 

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Google, Meta, and TikTok are asking federal courts to block California's new youth social media law before it takes effect. The companies say the law infringes on constitutional speech rights and conflicts with federal protections, while California argues the measure is a necessary safeguard for children online.&nbsp;
The New York appeals court's ruling keeps New York City's luxury second-home tax on track. The measure is expected to raise about $500 million a year from owners of high-end part-time residences, though broader legal challenges to the tax itself are still being fought in court.&nbsp;
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Ray Appleton began his radio career in Fresno in 1969. That career has taken him from Fresno to London and back. He has been a part of the KMJ team since 1987 and continues to share his thoughts and viewpoints with his very large and loyal audience weekdays from 11am-2pm on Central California's News Talk 580 and 105.9 KMJ!

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The midterms were an expected trainwreck for conservativesin California. JG breaks down Steve Hilton's defeat, and the horrible policies enacted by the ballot initiatives. We also assess the local election results, particularly focused on the disappointing victory of Maria Pacheco over Mike Karbassi for County Supervisor, and the possible defeat of Measure S. 

The midterms were an expected trainwreck for conservativesin California. JG breaks down Steve Hilton's defeat, and the horrible policies enacted by the ballot initiatives. We also assess the local election results, particularly focused on the disappointing victory of Maria Pacheco over Mike Karbassi for County Supervisor, and the possible defeat of Measure S.&nbsp;

JOHN GERARDI | Steve Hilton's doomed campaign, Fresno County election results

Why did Republicans lose the 2026 midterms? There were a lot of reasons, but John drills into the chief reason: the War in Iran. JG specifically drills into the president's decision not to seek Congressional authorization: why the American people's lack of buy-in doomed the whole enterprise from the start.

Why did Republicans lose the 2026 midterms? There were a lot of reasons, but John drills into the chief reason: the War in Iran. JG specifically drills into the president's decision not to seek Congressional authorization: why the American people's lack of buy-in doomed the whole enterprise from the start.

JOHN GERARDI | Dems win, Repubs lose biggly.  Here's why...

Nvidia has reportedly launched an internal investigation involving CEO Jensen Huang after questions emerged about his relationship with a woman suspected of ties to Chinese intelligence. At this stage, the focus is on corporate security and governance issues, not any criminal allegation against Huang himself. 

The controversy highlights a broader debate over political influencers and online advocacy. Critics argue that paid political posts should be clearly disclosed, while others contend that consulting and communications work can overlap with political messaging in ways that are not always obvious to audiences.

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Nvidia has reportedly launched an internal investigation involving CEO Jensen Huang after questions emerged about his relationship with a woman suspected of ties to Chinese intelligence. At this stage, the focus is on corporate security and governance issues, not any criminal allegation against Huang himself.&nbsp;
The controversy highlights a broader debate over political influencers and online advocacy. Critics argue that paid political posts should be clearly disclosed, while others contend that consulting and communications work can overlap with political messaging in ways that are not always obvious to audiences.
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