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The State of California — 88 episodes

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KCBS bids farewell to SOCA host and political reporter Doug Sovern

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Governor Newsom proposes AI-powered highway management initiative

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Former California State Senator advocates for independent journalism

4

Universal Basic Income found to be successful in Oakland

5

Another conservative candidate joins crowded Cali governor's race

6

Remembering Pope Francis and his legacy

7

Citations for encampments — does this end the cycle of homelessness?

8

Valero's "cease of operations" draws concerns of economical impacts statewide

9

Old guard versus new blood in Oakland mayoral election

10

Governor Newsom announces new state plans for wildfire prevention

11

U.S.-China trade war could last for a "significant period" of time

12

Is a college degree worth it anymore?

13

Leaders in the gaming industry pursuing legalized California sports betting

14

Cali homeowners grapple with lawsuit-ridden FAIR Plan fire insurance

15

Corrin Rankin says she's confident about GOP growth

16

Cutting the Dept. of Education will devastate low income students

17

How did the Red Cross provide support for L.A. wildfire victims?

18

Governor Newsom in agreement with rightwing conservative guests on podcast

19

Governor Newsom sits down with AI leaders to discuss state regulation

20

Schiff on Schumer's GOP funding bill vote: "A mistake"

21

Trump calls for impeachment of judge who paused deportations of Venezuelans

22

Pelosi and Schiff appear in San Francisco to defend Medi-Cal budget

23

Josh Fryday jumps into race for California Lieutenant Governor

24

Battle over proposed spending bill could shut down government by Friday

25

Katie Porter is running for CA governor -- but will Harris challenge her?

26

What do Trump's federal cuts mean for the future of the U.S. economy?

27

What lessons can the Bay Area take from the LA wildfires?

28

California consumers, business owners brace for Trump tariff fallout

29

Oakland congresswoman among Democrats who walked out on Trump's speech

30

President Trump to address Congress amidst tariffs and market uncertainty

31

Trump's proposed budget could affect Californians' access to social welfare

32

House Democrats introduce bill to repeal Trump and Musk's DOGE

33

CA ethnic studies courses stress divide over how Israel-Hamas war is taught

34

Some Republicans hesitate to support Trump's budget plan

35

How will DOGE's mass staffing cuts affect our National Parks?

36

"Praying for snow": the challenges ahead for keeping Tahoe resilient

37

Trump admin announces audit of California's high-speed rail project

38

How has accessible betting and rising revenues changed sports fans?

39

Bay Area to host major sporting events next year, bringing big revenue

40

How negotiations in big name sports contracts have changed over the years

41

Remembering KCBS's origins on World Radio Day

42

Warriors operations VP talks hosting NBA's upcoming All Star weekend in SF

43

California governor race may feature some surprising candidates in 2026

44

Concerns mount over illegality of Trump's orders

45

Rehabilitation at the center of ambitious San Quentin prison remodel

46

A look into the chaos of the Trump administration

47

"Nobody Elected Elon": Protests erupt across the country

48

Governor Newsom en route to D.C. to ask Trump for wildfire relief funding

49

Trump postpones tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, but not China

50

The Bay braces for sweeping rains as the Sierras await a snowy downpour

51

Here's how Trump is pushing the boundaries of executive authority

52

Trump's buyout offer for federal workers is under legal scrutiny

53

California refutes Trump's claim that military turned on water supply

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Trump's comments on California's water system anger House Democrats

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Trump lands in LA to survey fire damage after plea to eliminate FEMA

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Exec order to end birthright citizenship met with lawsuits across nation

57

CA begins long recovery from Palisades and Eaton fires in special session

58

CA files lawsuit against Trump's quest to end birthright citizenship

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Trump signs dozens of executive orders following inaugural speech

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3 more indicted in corruption probe as Sheng Thao pleads innocent

61

Former councilmember Loren Taylor on his run for Oakland mayor

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Ceasefire deal boosts Biden's foreign policy legacy in the nick of time

63

Former California rep. Barbara Lee on her bid for Oakland mayor

64

How can California make its water supply system more resilient?

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Point Reyes ranchers will surrender land in historic conservation deal

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Devastating wildfires continue to decimate the greater Los Angeles area

67

Strong Santa Ana winds and lack of typical winter rain fueling LA fires

68

Former Rep. Barbara Lee hints at potential run for Oakland mayor

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Governor Newsom's proposed budget would balance the books

70

SC Supervisor Joe Simitian reflects on 41 years of public service

71

New law will keep medical debt off your credit report

72

November's election showed broken norms for blue states like California

73

Medi-Cal reforms to reduce resources for substance abuse programs

74

Santa Cruz-based "Don't Morph the Wharf" group asks to keep sea lion views

75

Illegal pesticides used in marijuana crop farming after legalization

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"The cruelty of it all:" Senator Alex Padilla on Trump's second term

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Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie "not nervous" despite lack of governing experience

78

Republicans call for prosecution of Liz Cheney over Jan 6 investigation

79

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao leaves office today, defiant and unrepentant

80

Trump's Cabinet picks visit Capitol Hill five weeks before inauguration

81

Mayor London Breed reflects on her past six years of service

82

Californians should prepare for next big quake, keep emergency kit stocked

83

Early polling data indicates Rep. Katie Porter may run for governor

84

California lawmakers zero in on protecting abortion, immigration rights

85

CA attorney general pushes social media warnings labels in new legislation

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How much has voter sentiment shifted to the right?

87

California seeks to Trump-proof immigration system

88

Governor Newsom defends California, vowing to take Trump to court