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

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

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

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

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

Host Cristina Mendonsa introduces a talkback clip regarding Federal health officials have dramatically scaled back the number of vaccines routinely recommended for American children, reducing the list from 17 diseases to 11. Anchor Mark Demsky brings listeners the latest news of President Trump saying that the U.S. oil industry -- could get things going in Venezuela within 18 months. This is the third hour of KFBK morning news from January 6th, 2026

Host Cristina Mendonsa asks the listeners a question regarding a talkback clip on Investor and tech entrepreneur David Friedberg warning that California’s proposed “billionaire tax” isn’t really about taxing the ultra-rich - but about creating an entirely new tax system that could eventually reach deep into the middle class. Which begs the question: When a tax proposal gives the government the power to value and tax everything you own, should voters see that as a necessary tool to address inequality or a dangerous precedent that threatens private property and the middle class, no matter who it starts with? Anchor Mark Demsky gives listeners the latest news on Two accused members of an extremist group have plead -- not guilty -- to charges that they planned a New Year's Eve bombing plot in Southern California. This is the fourth hour of KFBK morning news from January 6th, 2026

Host Cristina Mendonsa discusses a Talkback clip in which California Congressman Ro Khanna is criticizing the Trump administration over the way it handled the arrest of Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro, saying the process matters as much as accountability. Anchor Mark Demsky brings us the latest on another new state law that went into effect Friday -- creating the Safe Home grant program to help low-and middle-income homeowners -- with fire mitigation. This is the first hour of KFBK morning news from January 5th, 2026

Host Cristina Mendonsa discusses a Talkback clip in which San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie says the city “lost its way” after years of rule by career politicians - and argues early signs show San Francisco is finally turning a corner. City leaders point to improvements like increased police staffing and enforcement, visible reductions in open-air drug activity in some neighborhoods, and a push to streamline city bureaucracy. Anchor Mark Demsky gives listeners the latest news on researchers giving out the warning signals of major impacts on jobs amid immigration enforcement raids in California. This is the second hour of KFBK morning news from January 5th, 2026