In a debate for California’s next governor, six Democrats and one Republican squared off in Gov. Newsom’s hometown of San Francisco—taking sharp shots at his record on homelessness, the gas‑car ban, and his opposition to a tough-on-crime measure voters overwhelmingly approved.

Feb 4th 2026  

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In a debate for California&rsquo;s next governor, six Democrats and one Republican squared off in Gov. Newsom&rsquo;s hometown of San Francisco&mdash;taking sharp shots at his record on homelessness, the gas‑car ban, and his opposition to a tough-on-crime measure voters overwhelmingly approved.
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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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Hilton Shines At The First Governor Debate

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May 15th 2026  

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Seven top candidates clashed in a fiery final California governor debate before the primary—tensions exploded as a crowded field fought for position. Xavier Becerra took the brunt of the attacks, with rivals piling on in a high-stakes showdown.

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May 15th 2026 &nbsp;
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Seven top candidates clashed in a fiery final California governor debate before the primary&mdash;tensions exploded as a crowded field fought for position. Xavier Becerra took the brunt of the attacks, with rivals piling on in a high-stakes showdown.
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Becerra Under Fire: Rivals Clash In Explosive Governor Debate

A bombshell ruling overturns Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions, throwing the high-profile case into chaos and raising serious questions about justice. Attorney Peter Kapetan joins the show to break down the stunning decision and what comes next.

May 13th 2026  

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A bombshell ruling overturns Alex Murdaugh&rsquo;s murder convictions, throwing the high-profile case into chaos and raising serious questions about justice. Attorney Peter Kapetan joins the show to break down the stunning decision and what comes next.
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Court Chaos: Murdaugh Verdict Overturned

Governor Gavin Newsom is taking aim at Donald Trump—but critics say he’s dodging California’s affordability crisis, from sky-high gas prices to growing poverty and homelessness. Political analyst Tom Del Beccaro joins the show to break down his latest article and what it means for Newsom’s national ambitions.

May 12th 2026  

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Governor Gavin Newsom is taking aim at Donald Trump&mdash;but critics say he&rsquo;s dodging California&rsquo;s affordability crisis, from sky-high gas prices to growing poverty and homelessness. Political analyst Tom Del Beccaro joins the show to break down his latest article and what it means for Newsom&rsquo;s national ambitions.
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