Host Cristina Mendonsa discusses a Talkback clip referencing California leaders who often describe CalWORKs as a compassionate “welfare-to-work” program designed to help families become self-sufficient. But new data shows California now has one of the lowest workforce participation rates among recipients in the nation. Anchor Mark Demsky gives us the latest on more damage involving the Louvre. This is the second hour of KFBK morning news from December 8th, 2025.

Host Cristina Mendonsa introduces a talkback clip in which on the All-In podcast, tech entrepreneur and investor David Friedberg - known for his work in climate technology, data science, Describes a cycle of socialism taking over the west coast where states are raising taxes to fund expanding social programs and economies change. Anchor Mark Demsky brings listeners the latest on Sacramento's City Council has approved $25 million in repairs and upgrades for Old Sacramento's waterfront. This is the third hour of KFBK morning news from December 8th, 2025.

Host Cristina Mendonsa asks the listeners a question regarding a talkback clip in which the fight over voter ID is in the signature gathering phase as those for the measure are working to get it on the ballot next year. Supporters say voter ID is common-sense: you need ID to board a plane, buy certain products, or check into a hotel - why not to vote? Opponents argue voter ID laws disproportionately impact elderly, low-income, and minority voters, and that claims of unverified voting are overstated. What is your take? Do you support voter ID or do you think the system is working for California and claims of non-citizens voting are overstated? Anchor Mark Demsky gives listeners the latest on his news segment on Millennials using their parents' houses as storage units. This is the fourth hour of KFBK morning news from December 8th, 2025.

Host Cristina Mendonsa discusses a Talkback clip regarding Palantir CEO Alex Karp was at the NYT Deal Book tour speaking bluntly about the fentanyl crisis, bombing drug boats and how America chooses whose lives deserve urgency. Anchor Mark Demsky brings us the latest on citing concerns over national security -- more countries are being added to the U.S. travel ban. This is the first hour of KFBK morning news from December 5th, 2025.

Host Cristina Mendonsa discusses a Talkback clip referencing California’s $450 million 911 upgrade collapsed the moment it went live - and now Democratic lawmakers want hundreds of millions more to fix the system they already broke. It’s being called one of the state’s most expensive technology failures, raising questions about competence, accountability, and whether taxpayers should be asked to foot the bill again. Anchor Mark Demsky gives us the latest on a California lobbyist -- and former advisor to several state leaders -- pleading guilty in a political corruption case. This is the second hour of KFBK morning news from December 5th, 2025.

Host Cristina Mendonsa introduces a talkback clip in which Conservative historian Victor Davis Hanson says Democrats are trying to distract voters from what he predicts will be a booming Trump-era economy heading into the 2026 elections. Anchor Mark Demsky brings listeners the latest on Sacramento County has maintained an important FEMA rating that will save residents hundreds of dollars. This is the third hour of KFBK morning news from December 5th, 2025.

Host Cristina Mendonsa asks the listeners a question regarding a talkback clip in which The Trump Administration announced a roll back of fuel-efficiency standards this week that were put in place under President Biden. Transportation:Will relaxing fuel-efficiency standards make cars more affordable for American families - or does rolling back these rules risk higher emissions and falling behind in the global push for cleaner technology? What is more important to you? Or is he unfairly attacking business leaders who are simply doing what they have to do to protect their companies and shareholders? Anchor Mark Demsky gives listeners the latest on a new study that shows that people are not asking for gifts this year. This is the fourth hour of KFBK morning news from December 5th, 2025.

Host Cristina Mendonsa discusses a Talkback clip regarding California Attorney General Rob Bonta has launched a new state website where residents can upload photos, videos, and reports of suspected misconduct by federal agents, including ICE officers. Anchor Mark Demsky brings us the latest on Holiday shoppers seem to be sending mixed messages -- about the economy. This is the first hour of KFBK morning news from December 4th, 2025.

Host Cristina Mendonsa discusses a Talkback clip referencing Senator Rand Paul says Americans are paying thousands more each year for health insurance because Obamacare artificially inflated demand and wiped out the old lower-premium, higher-deductible plans. Anchor Mark Demsky gives us the latest on The California Department of Justice has taken over the investigation -- after an ex-Sacramento County Sheriff’s deputy was shot and killed by police on Tuesday -- after murdering his own son. This is the second hour of KFBK morning news from December 4th, 2025.