Philip Teresi

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IMMIGRATION: Reports of Increased ICE Activity In The Valley Oct 09, 2026

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Our news partner, ABC30 reports that immigrant-rights advocates and some Central Valley residents say they are seeing an increase in suspected Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity across the region, prompting concerns within immigrant communities.

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ECONOMY: Midterm Ad Analysis Shows What Dominates The Airwaves Oct 09, 2026

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The Washington Post analyzed thousands of 2026 midterm campaign ads and found that economic concerns and cost-of-living issues are the most common themes in competitive races. Candidates from both parties are heavily focused on topics that directly affect voters' wallets.

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PARENTING: Dad & 7-Year-Old Climb El Capitan Oct 09, 2026

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People reports that 7-year-old Sam Baker became one of the youngest climbers to scale Yosemite's famous El Capitan alongside his father, Joe Baker. The climb wasn't easy. Sam reportedly cried at times and struggled through portions of the ascent, but his father said those moments were part of learning perseverance and resilience rather than a sign the effort should stop.

A migration analysis highlighted by MSN found that many younger adults leaving Los Angeles are choosing nearby, more affordable California cities rather than heading out of state. One of the biggest beneficiaries is Fresno.

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COMMUNITY: Conversations on a Bench with Matt Dildine Oct 08, 2026

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For 24 hours straight, Fresno Mission is sitting on a bench and having honest conversations about homelessness, addiction, mental health, faith and hope. Fresno Mission CEO Matt Dildine and others will be sitting on the bench having real conversations with community leaders, influencers, guests, and individuals with lived experience.

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STEVE HILTON: Controversial Campaign Ad Features Lesbians Oct 08, 2026

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Trump's comments mentioning Los Angeles and San Diego sparked criticism from opponents and renewed debate over his campaign comments as the 2026 election season intensifies.

A provocative Hilton campaign ad sparked backlash across the political spectrum, including from some fellow conservatives, becoming an unexpected controversy in California's gubernatorial race.

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EDUCATION: Superintendent of Schools Candidate Dr Eimear O’Brien Oct 08, 2026

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As election day draws closer and ballots start to arrive, Philip Teresi welcomes Dr Eimear O’Brien back to KMJ. Dr. O’Brien, the challenging candidate for the Fresno County Superintendent of Schools, shares her vision and priorities for the position.

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FRESNO: Young Adults Are Leaving Big Cities Oct 08, 2026

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The U.S. has escalated concerns over a suspected plague-related death in Russia by filing a formal complaint, arguing that Russian authorities have not been sufficiently transparent about the incident.

Rising costs are pushing many young Angelenos to leave Los Angeles, and Fresno is emerging as one of the more notable California destinations for those seeking a lower-cost lifestyle.

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INTIMIDATION: Calls For SCCCD Candidate Terance Frazier To Step Aside Oct 08, 2026

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An alleged political-intimidation incident captured on video has prompted some community leaders to call on Frazier to drop out of the SCCCD Area 5 race, while Frazier denies wrongdoing.

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TUESDAYS WITH TERRY: McDonald’s, Garrett’s Law & Project Bike Leg Oct 07, 2026

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A proposed class-action lawsuit is challenging McDonald's use of AI-driven menu technology, alleging it could contribute to unfair pricing practices, while McDonald's maintains it does not use surge pricing for its menu items.

Garrett's Law would expand regulation of certain high-powered air guns, sparking a debate between public-safety advocates and gun-rights supporters over how those weapons should be classified and regulated.

Gun-rights organizations have been particularly critical of the measure, calling it a significant expansion of federal firearms law. Garrett's Law would require certain powerful air guns to be regulated like firearms, sparking a debate over public safety versus expanded gun regulation.

A Michigan inventor is turning old bicycle parts into functional prosthetic legs, offering a creative and potentially more affordable mobility solution for amputees.

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TUESDAYS WITH TERRY: Referee Suspensions & FUSD’s Student-Death Investigation Oct 07, 2026

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Tuesday's with Terry, Philip Teresi welcomes back the Major with a stack of stories. In an exceptionally rare move, the NFL suspended two officials for unprofessional conduct toward players, marking the league's first referee suspensions since 2018.

GV Wire reports that Fresno Unified paid a consultant who is Superintendent Misty Her's cousin $95,000 in connection with a student-death review, prompting renewed scrutiny of the district's contracting and disclosure practices.

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