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Phil Matier Wednesday AM 3-17
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider discusses a new poll on California's gubernatorial race that shows Meg Whitman leading the Republican primary. (3/17; 2:44)
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Phil Matier - Tuesday PM 3-16
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider discusses who's looking good in the senate race, as a new poll shows Senator Barbara Boxer in a virtual dead heat with one of her Republican challengers. (3/16; 2:30)
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Phil Matier - Tuesday AM 3/16
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on a resolution urging the government to evaluate if wireless technology is harmful to users' health. (3/16; 2:44)
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Phil Matier- Monday PM 3/15
KCBS and Chronicle Insider on the pay increases State Assembly Speaker John Perez is giving to eight of his staff members. (3/15; 2:21)
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Phil Matier- Monday AM 3/15
KCBS and Chronicle Insider Phil Matier on the debate strategy the GOP gubernatorial candidates will employ tonight. (3/15; 2:00)
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Phil Matier- Friday PM 3/12
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider says SF Mayor Gavin Newsom must contend with his former campaign manager and a well-connect SoCal Democrat in his bid for lieutenant governor.(3/12; 2:12)
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Phil Matier- AM 3/12
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider looks at the possibility of SF- based politicians in state office. (3/12; 2:41)
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Phil Matier- Thursday PM 3/11
KCBS and Chronicle Insider Phil Matier says speculation continues to swirl over whether San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom will enter the race for Lt. Governor. (3/11; 1:55)
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Phil Matier- Thursday AM 3/11
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider questions GOP gubernatorial candidate Meg Whitman's fiscal conservatism. (3/11; 3:40)
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Phil Matier- Wednesday PM 3/10
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on his tour of the San Francisco crime lab where a technician reportedly stole drugs. (3/10; 2:18)
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Phil Matier- Wednesday AM 3/10
KCBS and Chronicle insider Phil Matier says California politicians are pushing to ban text messaging during public meetings to keep lobbying out in the open. (3/10; 2:11)
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Phil Matier- Tuesday AM 3/9
KCBS and Chronicle insider Phil Matier on the future of controversial state Sen. Roy Ashburn's political career. (3/9; 2:34)
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Phil Matier- Monday PM 3/8
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on issues surrounding the growing number of food carts in San Francisco, with some vendors complaining about the bureaucracy to get a permit. (3/8; 2:57)
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Phil Matier- Monday AM 3/8
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider discusses why SF Mayor Gavin Newsom Mayor wants to hold onto his power, even in the event that he runs for Lieutenant Governor. (3/8; 2:57)
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Phil Matier- Friday PM 3/5
KCBS and Chronicle insider Phil Matier says Attorney General Jerry Brown is getting into shape for the CA governor’s race. (3/5; 2:08)
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Phil Matier- Friday AM 3/5
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider says funding for CA's "Race to the Top" comes with strings attached, adding that the program isn't universally welcome. (3/5; 2:47)
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Phil Matier- Thursday PM 3/4
KCBS and Chronicle Insider Phil Matier says S.F. police chief George Gascon is shelving plans to arm officers with stun guns. (3/4; 2:10)
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Phil Matier - Thursday AM 3/4
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider says politics are behind the Police Commission's refusal to even consider arming officers with stun guns. (3/4/10; 2:59)
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Phil Matier - Wednesday PM 3/3
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider discusses how the redeployment of San Francisco traffic control officers will affect traffic flow at busy intersections during rush hour.(3/3; 2:23)
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Phil Matier - Wednesday AM 3/3
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on the three leading Bay Area Democratic politicians who don’t quite see eye to eye. (3/3; 2:21)
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Phil Matier - Tuesday AM 3/2
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on what Attorney Gen. Jerry Brown has to do to get re-elected as CA governor. (3/2; 2:10)
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Phil Matier- Monday PM 3/1
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on mixed reaction to San Francisco’s efforts to crackdown on crime in the Haight. (3/1; 2:37)
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Phil Matier- Monday AM 3/1
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider says a new poll shows the plan for a new 49ers stadium won't be an easy touchdown. (3/1; 2:20)
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Phil Matier- Friday PM 2.26
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider says San Franciscans are fuming over fare hikes as MUNI continues to skirt fixing its budget problems.(2/26; 2:05)
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Phil Matier- Friday AM 2/26
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider and former SF Mayor Willie Brown discuss how health care has re-emerged as this week's number one political issue. (2/26; 2:48)
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Phil Matier Thursday- PM 2/25
KCBS and Chronicle Insider Phil Matier says more security cameras could soon be heading to San Francisco's Haight-Ashbury District. (2/25; 2:11)
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Phil Matier- Thursday AM 2/25
KCBS and Chronicle Insider Phil Matier says parking officers in Oakland have been reportedly ordered to avoid enforcing violations in wealthy neighborhoods. (2/25; 2:44)
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Phil Matier - Wednesday PM 2/24
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on some of the possible reasons why San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom might be making himself more visible to the public, following his departure from the Gov.’s race. (2/24; 2:42)
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Phil Matier- Tuesday PM 2/23
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider says Assembly Speaker Karen Bass will pass a dismal baton to incoming speaker John Perez and it has to do with the state budget. (2/23; 2:07)
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Phil Matier- Monday PM 2/22
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider highlights some of the important points that Oakland Mayor Ron Dellums’ will address in his state of the city speech. (2/22; 2:07)
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Phil Matier- Monday AM 2/22
KCBS and Chronicle insider says San Francisco’s new clean power plan may wind up significantly raising resident’s utility bills. (2/22;
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Phil Matier- Friday AM 2/19
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider discusses Barbara Boxer's official candidacy to be re-elected as Senator. (2/19; 2:47)
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Phil Matier- Thursday PM 2/18
KCBS and Chronicle Insider Phil Matier discusses Oakland A's owner Lew Wolff's appearance at San Jose Mayor Chuck Reed's state of the city speech today. (2/18; 1:46)
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Phil Matier- Thursday AM 2/18
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider says Muni drivers are the second highest paid in the nation and don't have much to bargain with on union concessions. (2/18: 2:58)
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Phil Matier - Wednesday PM 2/17
KCBS and Chronicle Insider on federal funding taken away from BART, that will now be distributed to other local transit agencies. (2/17; 2:44)
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Phil Matier- Tuesday PM 2/16
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider discusses Dianne Feinstein's decision to stay in Washington despite a rumoured run for California's governor. (2/16; 2:54)
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Phil Matier - Tuesday AM 2/16
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider with CA Assemblyman Jared Huffman on Gov. Schwarzenegger’s plans to re-nominate Sen. Maldonado. (2/16; 3:02)
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Phil Matier- Monday PM 2/15
KCBS and Chronicle Insider on what's turning out to be a challenging re-election for California Senator Barbara Boxer. (2/15; 2:51)
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Phil Matier- Monday AM 2/15
KCBS and Chronicle insider Phil Matier says BART’s plan to build an Oakland Airport connector is overwhelmed with funding and construction problems. (2/15; 2:37)
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Phil Matier- Friday AM 2/12
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider discusses Sen. Abel Maldonado's failed attempt to secure the postition as Lt. Governor. (2/12; 5:12)
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Phil Matier- Thursday PM 2/11
KCBS and Chronicle Insider Phil Matier says Gov. Schwarzenegger plans to swear in state Sen. Abel Maldonado at the next Lt. Governor. (2/11; 2:33)
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Phil Matier- Thursday AM 2/11
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider says confirming Sen. Abel Maldonado will affect the trajectory of several lawmakers' careers. (2/11; 2:26)
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Phil Matier - Wednesday PM 2/10
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider explains why two groups of Democrats aimed at raising money for gubernatorial candidate Jerry Brown don’t have to abide by the same fundraising restrictions as the candidates. (2/10; 2:03)
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Phil Matier - Wednesday AM 2/10
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on the latest on the proposed SF Central Subway project linking Chinatown to 4th and King Streets. (2/10; 2:26)
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Phil Matier- Tuesday PM 2/9
KCBS and Chronicle insider Phil Matier says Meg Whitman and Steve Poizner are taking a big risk when burning millions on the CA governor’s campaign.(2/9; 2:52)
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Phil Matier - Tuesday AM 2/9
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on the rising crime rates in Vallejo and whether staff cuts to the city's police department are to blame. (2/9; 2:55)
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Phil Matier- Monday AM 2/8
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider says some Assembly Democrats want to derail State Senator Abel Maldonado's nomination for lieutenant governor so the moderate Republican remains in the legislature. (2/8; 2:45)
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Phil Matier- Friday PM 2/5
KCBS and Chronicle insider Phil Matier says if Carly Fiorina’s controversial ad is any indication of how senate race will progress- Californians will be in for an exciting election. (2/5; 2:15)
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Phil Matier- Friday AM 2/5
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on the Governor's proposal to use Amber Alert signs for ad revenue. (2/5; 2:53)
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Phil Matier- Thursday PM 2/4
KCBS and Chronicle Insider Phil Matier says that, as weird as it is, the "Demon Sheep" ad could be getting Carly Fiorina the attention she wants in her U.S. Senate campaign. (2/4; 2:29)
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Phil Matier - Wednesday PM 2/3
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on the progress of San Francisco’s negotiations with MUNI drivers during a multi-million dollar deficit. (2/3; 2:30)
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Phil Matier-Tuesday PM 2/2
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider says Congresswoman Jackie Speier's decision to stay put and not run for Attorney General is a family affair. (2/2;
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Phil Matier - Tuesday AM 2/2
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on the financial campaign competition between two leading GOP candidates. (2/2; 1:57)
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Phil Matier- Monday PM
KCBS and Chronicle Insider on the unusual element in a threat from gubernatorial candidate Meg Whitman to her GOP rival Steve Poizner. (2/1; 2:36)
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Phil Matier- Monday AM
KCBS and Chronicle insider Phil Matier says evidence presented in the civil suit case over 2009’s NYE BARTshooting may have a profound effect on the criminal case.(2/1; 2:29)
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Phil Matier- Friday PM 1/29
KCBS and Chronicle Insider Phil Matier says the decision to hike bridge tolls and charge carpools is a serious gamble. (1/29; 3:12)
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Phil Matier- Friday AM 1/29
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider and former SF Mayor Willie Brown talk about the politician shuffle in California. (1/29; 2:58)
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Phil Matier- Thursday PM 1/28
KCBS and Chronicle Insider Phil Matier says Sen. Barbara Boxer may face a strong challenge from former Congressman Tom Campbell. (1/28; 2:48)
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Phil Matier- Thursday AM 1/28
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider says there is hypocrisy behind bridge toll increases in Northern California.(1/28; 3:06)
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Phil Matier-Tuesday PM 1/26
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider says Gov. Schwarzenegger's proposal for increased education spending is just another big idea. (1/26; 2:38)
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Phil Matier- Monday PM 1/25
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on a rally in Fremont as part of the continued effort to get the Oakland A's to relocate there. (1/25; 2:35)
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Phil Matier- Monday AM 1/25
KCBS and Chronicle insider Phil Matier says California’s plan to make the state less partisan is a weak compromise that may not work. (1/25; 2:42)
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Phil Matier- Friday PM 1/22
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider says gubernatorial candidate Carly Fiorina is making waves in the GOP, but her scandal is likely just the flavor of the week. (1/22; 3:17)
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Phil Matier- Friday AM 1/22
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider and former SF Mayor Willie Brown discuss Meg Whitman's campaign spending and the value of Jerry Brown's name in the Governor's race. (1/22; 3:29)
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Phil Matier- Thursday PM 1/21
KCBS and Chronicle Insider Phil Matier says S.F. Mayor Gavin Newsom believes President Obama has underperformed. (1/21; 2:11)
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Phil Matier- Thursday AM 1/21
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider says former congressman Tom Campbell is having a successful first week in his bid for U.S. Senate. (1/21; 2:39)
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Phil Matier - Wednesday PM 1/20
KCBS and Chronicle Insider on a controversial proposal being considered by the Walnut Creek School District to build an antenna on one of its campuses. (1/20; 1:58)
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Phil Matier - Wednesday AM 1/20
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on how Prop. 8 campaign donations could cost a board member of Oakland’s Paramount Theatre his job. (1/20; 2:14)
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Phil Matier- Tuesday PM 1/19
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider weighs in on the senate race in Massachusetts and what it means for the Democratic party. (1/19; 2:44)
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Phil Matier- Monday AM 1/18
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider explains San Francisco police chief George Gascon’s efforts to reach out to the community. (1/18; 2:49)
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Phil Matier- Friday PM 1/15
KCBS and Chronicle insider Phil Matier says as MUNI continues to struggle financially, it is finding some creative ways to increase revenue. (1/15; 2:33)
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Phil Matier-Friday AM 1/15
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider, along with former SF Mayor Willie Brown, agree that being a politician has become a costly profession. (1/15; 2:55)
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Phil Matier- Thursday PM 1/14
KCBS and Chronicle Insider Phil Matier says state officials find themselves having to send out letters to people who still haven't collected their IOU's. (1/14; 2:15)
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Phil Matier- Thursday AM 1/14
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on Tom Campbell's shifting campaigns saying he can't compete with the big money raised by his gubernatorial competitors. (1/14; 2:24)
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Phil Matier - Wednesday 1/13
KCBS and Chronicle Insider Phil Matier gives us a sneak peak at Mayor Gavin Newsom's State of the City speech. (1/13; 2:15)
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Phil Matier- Thursday PM 1/12
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider says it's a coast to coast "nanny competition" between Mayors Newsom and Bloomberg as both SF and NY look at health regulations on items like salt and soda. (1/12; 2:06)
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Phil Matier - Tuesday AM 1/12
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on SF Assemblyman Tom Ammiano’s revamped version of his pot legalization bill. (1/12; 2:20)
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Phil Matier- Monday PM 1/11
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider explains why Oakland’s first homicide of 2010 is especially troubling. (1/11; 2:38)
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Phil Matier- Monday AM 1/11
KCBS and Chronicle insider Phil Matier breaks down an argument between a SF cop and city high school principal over arresting a student on school property. (1/11; 2:33)
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Phil Matier- Friday AM 1/8
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider says San Francisco Supervisor Chris Daly has attention deficit 'addiction'. (1/8; 2:32)
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Phil Matier- Thursday PM 1/7
KCBS and Chronicle Insider Phil Matier says the state's next assembly speaker was in San Francisco to swear in Dennis Herrera to his third term as city attorney. (1/7; 2:27)
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Phil Matier- Thursday AM 1/7
The KCBS and the Chronicle Insider says Gov. Schwarzenegger wants to spend less on prisons and more on education and still make cuts. (1/7; 2:26)
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Phil Matier - Wednesday PM 1/6
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on a report released by the Oakland police department, which details the events that led up to the murder of four officers in 2009. (1/6; 1:28)
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Phil Matier - Wednesday AM 1/6
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider on a review of the Oakland police following the killing of four officers last March. (1/6; 2:15)
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Phil Matier-Tuesday PM 1/5
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider says no one's watching SF's crime montioring cameras, but Mayor Newsom may soon change that. (1/5; 2:12)
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Phil Matier- Monday PM 1/4
The KCBS and Chronicle Insider discusses former Tracy Congressman Richard Pombo’s decision to run for a congressional seat outside of his district. (1/4; 2:37)
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