Joe & Lisa Basile | Memorial Day Madness

Happy Memorial Day Weekend! This week Joe and Lisa dive into Memorial day origins, events around town, the kick-off of summer, a crazy CalTrans announcement, and of course, Odd News!  Tune in every Saturday at 11am on KMJNOW.com. Or catch it on podcast. Podcast? Podcast. Follow us on social media…

FAIR Plan Shock: Korsgaden On Soaring Rates

California homeowners are bracing for a massive FAIR Plan rate hike, with some premiums soaring up to 200% while others drop dramatically. Insurance Commissioner candidate Stacy Korsgaden joins the show to break down who gets hit hardest and what it means for your wallet. May 22nd 2026   ---  P…

The Restaurateurs | Welcome to f'ing Chicago!

Dave Fansler and Nick Mariziliano have just returned from the huge Chicago restaurant show and boy do they have some stories!  The guys dine on lasagna from Sam's served with a LaFiorita Brunello. 16Slicers #AI #FrogLegs #HugosFrogBar #MapleAndAsh #Chicago #Fresno #SamsDeli #Lasagna #Italy Photo …

Flocks Cameras Flip Out, Stephen Colbert’s Last Episode & CBS News Radio Signs Off

A local controversy escalated after a town banned access to a platform called Flock, prompting a councilmember to react angrily and suggest extreme measures like restricting internet and phone use. The situation highlights growing tensions over digital platforms and free access, with critics questi…

AI Chatbots’ Attempts At Running Radio Station

AI chatbots tasked with running their own radio stations struggled to deliver engaging content or consistent programming, earning what experts called a failing grade. The experiment highlights that while artificial intelligence can automate basic broadcasting tasks, it still falls short of replacin…

Central Valley K9 Awards Fundraiser

Philip Teresi talks with Dan Payne to about the upcoming Central Valley K9 Awards. The annual community fundraiser hosted by the Marine Corps League Fresno that honors working law enforcement and service dogs while supporting local veterans and community programs. The event features live K9 demonst…

Critics Of The ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund & Downtown Entertainment Zone Ordinance Advances

The nearly $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization fund” was created as part of a legal settlement after Donald Trump dropped a lawsuit against the IRS, allowing people who claim they were unfairly targeted by the government to seek compensation or apologies. The move has sparked controversy, with critics…

Trump Skipping Don Jr.'S Wedding & Tulsi Tip Toeing Out Of National Intelligence

President Donald Trump said he would try to attend Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding over Memorial Day weekend but admitted it was “not good timing” due to ongoing responsibilities like the Iran conflict. He still wished the couple well, saying he hoped they would have a great marriage even if he couldn’t…

Leaked John Fetterman Texts & Creepy, Full-Face Mask

Leaked private texts from Sen. John Fetterman reveal him making comments that sound more aligned with conservative talking points, which has often raised concern among his own staff and fueled criticism from Democrats. In the messages, he reportedly mocked the idea of free healthcare, dismissed the…

Fire Damages Former Bobby Salazar's & Newson’s Message About Chevron

A fire broke out early morning at a vacant, boarded-up former Bobby Salazar’s restaurant in central Fresno, where firefighters found heavy smoke and flames but were able to bring the blaze under control with no injuries reported. Officials say the cause is still under investigation, noting the buil…