Philip Teresi

15:37

OURA LAWSUIT: Inaccurate AI Sleep Tracking

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/22

A proposed class-action lawsuit alleges that Oura overstated the accuracy of its AI-powered sleep-tracking features by suggesting its rings could deliver near-clinical sleep-stage analysis. Oura disputes the claims, but the case could have significant implications for how wearable-health companies market AI-generated wellness data in the future. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts,

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25:26

WALMART: Retail Giant Promises Price Cuts After...

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/22

Walmart received a massive $2.9 billion tariff refund following court rulings that invalidated major tariffs. The retailer says it will use much of that money to reduce prices for consumers, while warning that higher fuel costs and a softer spending environment are putting pressure on American households. The Chowchilla Police Department is asking residents not to act as unofficial crossing guards near local schools, even if their intentions are to help children cross safely. The department issued

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21:25

META: ‘Nudify’ Apps & Meta Glasses Backlash

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/22

There is a growing backlash against Meta's AI-enabled smart glasses. Philip looks at the argument that the devices are accelerating a broader debate over privacy, consent, and everyday surveillance as they become more common in public life. The article argues that the Kromix incident exposed failures in both Meta's ad-review systems and Apple's app-screening process. A deepfake app that promoted nonconsensual sexual imagery was able to advertise on Facebook and Instagram and remain available in the

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11:48

POLYMARKET: Trading On Nonpublic U.S. Military...

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/22

This Reuters investigation reports that more than 150 Polymarket wallets may have been trading on nonpublic U.S. military information, according to new research by the nonprofit Anti-Corruption Data Collective (ACDC). Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM &

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34:08

USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN: USS George Washington Arrives...

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/21

The USS George Washington has arrived to take over operations in the Middle East, while the USS Abraham Lincoln is finally heading home after a lengthy deployment that drew scrutiny over sailor welfare, mental health, and onboard living conditions. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific

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35:02

COLLEGE ART: Sexually Explicit College Art Course...

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/21

The dispute centers on whether college-level course content that includes sexuality, gender identity, and provocative artistic expression is appropriate for minors participating in dual-enrollment programs. Sanger Unified says it will improve disclosure to parents, while Reedley College and the State Center district maintain that the course is a standard college class taught under regular academic standards. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip

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14:44

POLLS: A Fake Poll Tested Media and Poll Trackers

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/21

The Washington Post's Scott Clement examines how a fabricated polling organization called Median Strategies was able to inject fake election polls into the political information ecosystem and evaluates which media outlets, poll trackers, and aggregators caught the deception and which did not. Fresno County District Attorney Lisa Smithcamp has identified the stabbing victim as one of the county's senior deputy district attorneys. Authorities have not released their name out of respect for the DA and

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21:07

PEN15: California Assembly Staffer Crashes Nick...

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/21

Philip looks into a confrontation at the California Capitol in which legislative chief of staff Terry Schanz allegedly interrupted journalist Nick Shirley's interview using crude, mocking flyers. The episode attracted attention because it involved a senior government employee, ongoing political disputes over Shirley's reporting, and broader debates about free speech, public accountability, and investigative journalism in California. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all

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16:45

SPACE FORCE: Media And Military Members Held At Gunpoint

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/21

Five journalists and two military personnel who had been invited to an event at Vandenberg Space Force Base were briefly detained at gunpoint after security officers mistakenly believed they were attempting unauthorized entry onto the installation. Philip checks out how amendments to AB 2691 have significantly narrowed the category of sex-crime convictions that would prevent someone from holding elected office. Supporters of that critique argue the changes create major loopholes, while the article

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19:52

WILDFIRES: Lawmakers Call for Crackdown on California...

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/21

The AI revolution has supercharged California's startup ecosystem. A record $366 billion in venture-capital funding, fueled largely by massive investments in companies such as OpenAI and Anthropic, has reinforced Silicon Valley's position as the global epicenter of artificial intelligence and startup finance. California lawmakers are pushing federal regulators to curb wildfire betting markets after discovering significant wagering activity tied to major California fires. Supporters of a crackdown

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15:10

UNINFORMED: Darline Graham's ‘Oops’ Moment & U.S....

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/20

Philp checks out the political fallout from South Carolina Sen. Darline Graham's admission during a debate that she was "not that informed on national security" when asked about Taiwan and the South China Sea. The piece argues that while honesty is often praised in politics, publicly acknowledging a lack of knowledge on a major issue can carry significant risks, especially for candidates already facing questions about their qualifications. According to Treasury Department data, total federal debt

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21:00

LAWSUITS: 2 Judge Recusals & Newsom Protecting Utilities

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/20

A lawsuit filed by Fresno County against the State of California over legislation affecting Measure C is temporarily without a judge after both sides successfully requested the removal of judges assigned to the case. Newsom is pushing for major changes to California's wildfire liability system to prevent a single disaster from draining the state's wildfire fund. His proposal would cap utility access to the fund, restrict some future payouts, and limit insurance-company recovery efforts, while also

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14:22

TOYOTA RECALL: Hit It With a Hammer

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/20

Toyota's surprisingly simple-looking but highly technical method for evaluating recalled V35A twin-turbo V6 engines found in certain Toyota and Lexus trucks and SUVs. The engines are part of a major recall involving more than a quarter-million vehicles due to manufacturing debris that can cause premature engine-bearing wear and, in some cases, catastrophic failure. Archaeologists in Lima, Peru have uncovered skeletal remains believed to belong to an adult man who may have been sacrificed as part of

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21:16

FLOCK CAMERAS: The Petition to ‘DeFlock’ Fresno

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/20

The legendary Fresno Nightcrawler, a cryptid reportedly first caught on security footage in Fresno more than two decades ago, has been immortalized as a Build-A-Bear plush. The stuffed version of the local legend is being sold online for $30 as part of the company's Halloween-themed lineup. A local activist group, Fresno Resistance, is campaigning against Fresno's use of Flock Safety automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras and has launched a petition urging the Fresno City Council not to renew

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19:55

EDUCATION: Unlocking Literacy Needs & No Shock Gloves...

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/20

Fresno Unified is intensifying its focus on early literacy through targeted interventions, extensive data tracking, and increased accountability. Superintendent Misty Her says the district's early gains, including exceeding its kindergarten literacy goal, demonstrate that focused instruction and continuous monitoring can help more students reach reading proficiency before falling significantly behind. Philip stumbles on an incredible text message Australian blood donors receive after donating. A

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15:14

KESHIA THOMAS: Arax Lawyer Calls Thomas Statement...

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/20

Keshia Thomas has publicly apologized to former Bullard coach Don Arax for accusing him of using a racial slur. However, Arax's attorney argues the statement falls short because it does not directly acknowledge that the accusation was false. The dispute has intensified following conflicting statements from Thomas' son, has affected Thomas' legal position, and continues to have political and legal consequences as the case moves toward trial. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on

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15:23

NATALIE HARP: Who Is Trump's Ever-Present Executive...

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/20

The WSJ profile portrays Natalie Harp as an unusually trusted member of Trump's inner circle whose influence derives from constant access, loyalty, and control of information flow, rather than holding a high-profile policy role. Her recent emergence in political headlines has turned a little-known aide into a subject of national interest. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify,

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21:26

ARRESTED: Stockton City Council Candidate In Custody

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/20

The article covers the final shutdown of Columbia House, the iconic mail-order music club famous for promotions like“12 CDs for a penny.” After more than 70 years in business, the company's last remaining operation, its DVD and Blu-ray club, will stop accepting new orders on September 15, 2026. Existing memberships and purchases will still be honored during the wind-down. A candidate running for Stockton City Council District 5, Desiree Lynch, was arrested on August 19, 2026, and booked

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35:39

TUESDAY PRIMARIES: Trump’s Endorsement Only Goes So Far

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/19

Tuesday's primaries showed that Trump is still highly influential, but not all-powerful. Republican voters demonstrated a willingness to reject some Trump-backed candidates, while Democratic voters continued to debate whether their party should lean toward moderation or progressivism. The results provide an early preview of the political dynamics likely to shape the remainder of the 2026 midterm campaign. Sen. Darline Graham was asked about diplomacy involving the South China Sea. Rather than giving

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13:52

TUESDAYS WITH TERRY: The USS Abraham Lincoln Controversy

Philip Teresi ·

2026/08/19

Major Terry Slatic reacts to the controversy surrounding the USS Abraham Lincoln. Philip and Terry take a look at the arguments in the media cite recent concerns about conditions aboard the ship point to a broader problem: the long-term decline in U.S. naval readiness and fleet capacity. The piece criticizes congressional Democrats for demanding investigations into the carrier's conditions while, in the Journal's view, failing to adequately support Navy expansion and modernization. Please Like,

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