Phil Matier

The highest strength tornado ever for this time of year struck Michigan this week, as hail, tornadoes, floods and more battered Texas and Illinois, too. Here's the latest on that, plus prices skyrocketing at the pump, where we stand with the war in Iran, proposals for a 'billionaire tax,' and more.

For more on the California Governor race the Democrats have a new plan to push their low-polling candidates out of the crowded field. For more KCBS' Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Gas prices are continuing to rise with the average price in California now 5.29. That's a 62 cent jump in a week. And the worst may be yet to come thanks in part to a proposed update to a state climate program. For more, KCBS's Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

A new story, and trends we can all see, show that Gen Z is changing the world of alcohol, plus another study shows Americans have a very dim view of each other's morality, and GLP1s may change lifestyles across the spectrum.

California's proposed "billionaire tax" is dividing lawmakers ahead of the midterms. For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

It's time for our daily chat with KCBS Insider Phil Matier. Phil joins us LIVE on the KCBS Ring Central Newsline. California recent redistricting has already cost Republicans one seat in Congress with Representative Kevin Kiley changing his party registration to independent.

Iran has a new Supreme Leader, and this is what you need to know about him. Is Trump going to send in soldiers? Plus, we reveal the latest polls on American acceptance of action in Iran

Governor Gavin Newsom is planning a $19 million dollar marketing campaign to change the national perception of California. For more, KCBS' Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Mayor Lurie and his security team were allegedly attacked by two men in the Tenderloin. Though the mayor was left unharmed following the altercation, video of the incident went viral. For more, KCBS' Steve Scott spoke with former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown and KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

The empty mall on San Francisco's mid-Market has new owners but their plans for the massive space remain a mystery. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Why is China beating the U.S. in electric vehicle production and innovation? Here's why. Plus, a professor discusses preparing students for an AI future and we learn about the country's biggest owl festival, where everyone is urged to come on down and 'have a hoot.'

The field of Democrats running to become the next governor of California is thinning ever so slightly. For more on this, KCBS' Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

Former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is being inducted into the California Hall of Fame along with 8 others. His inclusion may come as a surprise to some as his name was NOT on a short-list the governor mentioned months ago. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Rebecca Goodeyon spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

The midterm primary results in Texas surprised many, so here's what happened and what it means. Plus, how high will gas prices go?

Amid a packed Democratic field and no clear leader of the pack, California's Democratic party chair has sounded the alarm about a possible party lockout. For more KCBS's Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

The Chair of the state Democratic party has a message the crowded field for candidates running for governor. For more, KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

The Supreme Court made a momentous decision about transgender care in California, plus here's how pets can improve your quality of life and why so many of us are headed out on spring break.

California voters MIGHT get to weigh in on a voter ID measure this year. The proposed measure would amend the state constitution and require Californians to show ID for both in-person and mail-in voting. For more, KCBS Radio News Anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

California voters may soon get to decide if the state should adopt a voter ID law. supporters of the measure have gathered 1-point-3 million signatures to place a measure on the November ballot. For more, KCBS's Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

What is the goal of the U.S. bombing Iran? Here are expert takes, plus the latest polling on how American citizens feel about it.