Steve Hilton joins Ray to discuss the fate of California

Steve Hilton joins Ray to discuss the fate of California

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!

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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A deep dive into the billionaire tax battle and the latest developments surrounding the Newsom investigation. John Gerardi fills in for Ray.

June 18th 2026  

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A deep dive into the billionaire tax battle and the latest developments surrounding the Newsom investigation. John Gerardi fills in for Ray.
June 18th 2026&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Taxing The Rich: The Billionaire Debate Heats Up & Newsom Faces New Scrutiny

Fresno County sparked a heated debate after supervisors voted 3-2 to declare June “Traditional Nuclear Family Month.” California Family Council President and CEO Jonathan Keller joined the show to break it down.

June 16th 2026  

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Fresno County sparked a heated debate after supervisors voted 3-2 to declare June &ldquo;Traditional Nuclear Family Month.&rdquo;&nbsp;California Family Council President and CEO Jonathan Keller joined the show to break it down.
June 16th 2026 &nbsp;
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“Nuclear Family Month” Ignites Fresno Firestorm

California Gov. Gavin Newsom says the DOJ is investigating him and his wife, and claims President Donald Trump is targeting him over a possible presidential run.

June 16th 2026  

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom says the DOJ is investigating him and his wife, and claims President Donald Trump is targeting him over a possible presidential run.
June 16th 2026 &nbsp;
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Steve Hilton joins Ray to discuss the fate of California

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