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Phil Matier

Breaking news and analysis from around the Bay Area, the state capitol and beyond. Listen to KCBS Radio and Chronicle Insider Phil Matier’s reports LIVE on KCBS All News 740 AM and 106.9 FM Mondays through Fridays at 7:50 AM and 5:50 PM or listen to the podcasts ANYTIME posted here daily.

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3:10

What is going on with the Oakland city budget?

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/25

Oakland city hall is trying to explain almost $2 million in overpaid wages for city employees. Meanwhile, the police department says they need more money to get more officers on the streets.For more, KCBS Radio anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Radio insider Phil Matier.

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3:41

Are people feeling safer on BART?

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/25

It's time for our daily chat with KCBS Insider Phil Matier. Crime may be down on BART, but maybe not as much as the transit agency had claimed. The Chronicle crunched the numbers.

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2:53

Oakland superintendent voted out by school board...

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/24

Oakland's school board has voted to replace the district's longstanding superintendent before the end of her contract in 2027, opting to give Kyla Johnson-Trammell a payout to leave at the end of this school year.For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

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3:26

SF cuts red tape to ease opening of chain stores...

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/24

For years, officials in San Francisco have banned chain stores from opening in certain parts of the city. But, their attitude appears to be changing. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

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3:22

Opposition rises against Lurie's lawsuits and the...

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/23

Three months into his term, Mayor Daniel Lurie's honeymoon may be over. Yesterday, city union leaders rallied outside the courthouse across from City Hall, demanding that the mayor drop lawsuits with companies seeking tax refunds and redirect those funds to prevent job cuts and layoffs. For more on why people are upset with Lurie, KCBS Radio news anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

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2:37

Barbara Lee outlines plan for first 100 days as...

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/22

After surging to victory in Oakland's special mayoral election, Barbara Lee is setting the agenda for her first 100 days in office.For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

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3:15

San Francisco democrats push for age limits for...

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/22

Democrats in San Francisco are considering a resolution that would ask state party leaders to set an age limit for politicians. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

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3:21

Professional engineers file grievance against Newsom...

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/21

California legal officials are questioning whether or not Governor Gavin Newsom violated state law when ordering public sector workers to return to the office. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

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4:14

Running with "a business mentality" - Mayor Lurie's...

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/18

It's time for our daily chat with KCBS Insider Phil Matier, hosted by KCBS Radio news anchor Steve Scott.San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie is painting a rosy picture of the city, as he celebrates 100 days in office. Lurie went on to say today is not a victory lap, but a progress report.

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3:35

Oaklanders still waiting on results of special...

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/17

Oakland residents won't have a new mayor until at least tomorrow, as Loren Taylor and Barbara Lee remain in a tight race.For more, KCBS Radio anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Radio Insider Phil Matier.

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3:07

California government officials to file suit against...

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/16

California leadership is taking aim at President Trump's tariffs in the courtroom. For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

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3:58

San Francisco tent encampments are at a record low

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/16

The number of tents on San Francisco streets hit their lowest number since officials started tracking them back on 2019.For more on this, KCBS Radio news anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

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3:20

Oakland voters cast their ballots for mayor in...

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/15

We're continuing our coverage of the special election in Oakland today. For more, KCBS Radio anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Radio Insider Phil Matier.

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4:27

Local Oakland mayoral election will have national...

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/15

It's the day before election day in Oakland, where people will choose a replacement for recalled Mayor Sheng Thao. Political insiders are expecting a close race between former Congresswoman Barbara Lee and former councilmember Loren Taylor, who have pulled away from the pack. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Megan Goldsby spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

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3:21

Experts wary of Newsom's plea to spare Cali goods...

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/14

Experts are skeptical of Gavin Newsom's appeal to other countries to exempt California goods from tariffs. For more, KCBS Radio anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas were joined by KCBS Radio insider Phil Matier.

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3:31

Trade war between US and China escalates as tariffs...

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/11

As we've been reporting, China announced this morning they will increase tariffs on U.S. goods to 125%. This, as President Trump continues to raise tariffs on China, perpetuating the escalating the trade war between the countries.For more, KCBS Radio anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Radio Insider Phil Matier and Former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown.

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3:54

SF police say there's a reason crime is down in the city

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/11

It's time for our daily chat with KCBS Insider Phil Matier. The San Francisco police department is crediting technology with a significant drop in crime in the City.

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2:53

Oakland's mayoral race tightens with Lee and Taylor...

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/10

The Oakland Mayor's race is getting a lot closer than many anticipated. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

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3:25

The new "Sunset Dunes" park is still up for debate

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/10

It's time for our daily chat with KCBS Insider Phil Matier. A San Francisco Supervisor wants to put the permanent closure of the Great Highway to cars before the voters once again.

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3:12

Lurie-backed group wants to help SF's downtown comeback

Phil Matier ·

2025/04/09

A group including business and philanthropic leaders in San Francisco is coming together to help the city's downtown stage a comeback. For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

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