Reiner Arraignment & Political Showdown in the Cards?! - Hour 1
LA Fire Victims & Elk Grove Shelter Proposed - Hour 2
Host Cristina Mendonsa discusses a Talkback clip regarding the One year after the LA wildfires, some homeowners say they’re still waiting for help. Lisa Kennedy Montgomery is usually talking politics on The Five but says a year after her home was impacted by the fires...the insurance company has offered no remediation and she says she's got it good compared to her neighbors who lost everything.
Anchor Mark Demsky gives listeners the latest news on Elk Grove plans to open a permanent shelter -- after a recent count found 83 homeless people reside in the city.
This is the second hour of KFBK morning news from January 8th, 2026
Pratt Running for Los Angeles Mayor & Blocking Further Military Action - Hour 3
Host Cristina Mendonsa introduces a talkback clip regarding One year after the Palisades fire, anger over the city’s response is reshaping the Los Angeles mayor’s race. Reality TV star Spencer Pratt, who lost his home in the Palisades fire and has been pleading with other victims says he's filed to run against Karen Bass.
Anchor Mark Demsky brings listeners the latest news on The U.S. Senate is due to consider a resolution today -- that would block President Trump from taking further military action against Venezuela without congressional authorization.
This is the third hour of KFBK morning news from January 8th, 2026
Atmos River Benefits & Accountability on Rhetoric - Hour 4
Host Cristina Mendonsa asks the listeners a question regarding a talkback clip on Political commentator Scott Jennings says democrat leaders jumping quickly to condemn the ice agent in yesterday's shooting is further villainizing law enforcement. You had the mayor of Minneapolis ordering ICE out of his city using the F word, you had Minnesota Governor Tim Walz threatening to use his state's national guard troops against ice agents. Which begs the question: When violence targets law enforcement, should politicians be held accountable for the rhetoric they use?
Anchor Mark Demsky gives listeners the latest news on the atmospheric rivers of water we’ve had coming on shore from the Pacific -- here in Northern California -- have been beneficial. This is the fourth hour of KFBK morning news from January 8th, 2026
Hilton Calling Out “Cali-fraudia” Mismanagement & LaMalfa Seat Future - Hour 1
Host Cristina Mendonsa discusses a Talkback clip in which Republican candidate for governor, Steve Hilton is accusing Governor Gavin Newsom and Democrats of overseeing what he calls “CALIFRAUDIA,” claiming as much as $250 billion in taxpayer money has been lost to fraud. Hilton says his team reviewed the state budget and set up a tip line to collect information. Supporters say the numbers reflect years of mismanagement.
Anchor Mark Demsky brings us the latest on the future of late Republican Congressman Doug LaMalfa's seat is unclear. This is the first hour of KFBK morning news from January 7th, 2026
Trumps Support After Maduro Capturing & A’s Trademark Denied - Hour 2
Host Cristina Mendonsa discusses a Talkback clip regarding the CNN reporting a 25-point jump in support among Americans for President Trump’s actions involving Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro. CNN pollster Harry Enten says support “went through the roof” after what many Americans view as a successful operation.
Anchor Mark Demsky gives listeners the latest news on the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has denied the A’s request to trademark the names “Las Vegas Athletics” and “Vegas Athletics” as the team prepares to relocate to the city in 2028.
This is the second hour of KFBK morning news from January 7th, 2026
Sharing Core American Values & Oscar Winner Shooting in Sac - Hour 3
Host Cristina Mendonsa introduces a talkback clip regarding Conservative California Attorney Harmeet Dhillon says loving America means subscribing to the core values that bind the country together, and if you don’t, she argues, there are plenty of other countries to live in. Dhillon, herself an immigrant, says her view comes from traveling the world and choosing the U.S. because of what it stands for.
Anchor Mark Demsky brings listeners the latest news of an Oscar-winning Director shooting his next film -- here in Sacramento County.
This is the third hour of KFBK morning news from January 7th, 2026
Performing Arts Incentive & Newsom Political Posturing?! - Hour 4
Host Cristina Mendonsa asks the listeners a question regarding a talkback clip on President Trump accusing California of being “more corrupt than Minnesota” and says a federal fraud investigation is now underway. He’s tying it to welfare fraud and migrant-related programs, and his administration is reportedly moving to freeze billions in federal aid to Democratic-led states. Which begs the question: Is Governor Newsom saying “bring it on” because this is just political posturing in a fight with Trump - or because he’s genuinely confident a federal investigation won’t uncover significant fraud in California?
Anchor Mark Demsky gives listeners the latest news segment. This is the fourth hour of KFBK morning news from January 7th, 2026
New Postal Rule in CA & Defending Military Action - Hour 1
Host Cristina Mendonsa discusses a Talkback clip in which The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, Mike Waltz, is defending American military action in Venezuela, saying it was not a war, not regime change, and not an occupation. But the United Nations isn’t convinced, saying it could destabilize the region and calling for dialogue and respect for international law.
Anchor Mark Demsky brings us the latest on a new postal rule that will impact California's 2026 election. This is the first hour of KFBK morning news from January 6th, 2026
Addressing the Issue of Housing Affordability & Performance Arts Incentive Program - Hour 2
Host Cristina Mendonsa discusses a Talkback clip regarding the Mamdani administration and now that they are beginning their term at New York City Hall, several key staffers are signaling major changes ahead for how the city approaches housing and property. One of those voices is housing official Cea Weaver, whose recent comments have reignited debate over whether long-standing ideas about private property and homeownership need to change in order to address housing affordability and inequality.
Anchor Mark Demsky gives listeners the latest news on Sacramento's new performance arts incentive program that is boosting tourism.
This is the second hour of KFBK morning news from January 6th, 2026