Kamala Harris selected Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate due to his strong economic policies and significant appeal in the Midwest. Historically, strategic choices like this have been made to bolster electoral chances in pivotal regions, such as John F. Kennedy’s selection of Lyndon B. Johnson in 1960 to secure Southern states.

With Walz’s progressive record on economic issues and his Midwestern roots, will his addition to the ticket influence swing states like Michigan and Wisconsin?

To answer that question and more, KCBS Radio's Eric Thomas was joined by Allan Lichtman, History professor at American University, who is an expert on the US presidency, political history, and campaigns.

Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. Walz, known for his progressive policies and viral media presence, has faced both praise and criticism for his handling of issues such as the COVID-19 pandemic and civil unrest following George Floyd's murder. 

His selection is expected to strengthen Harris' campaign in the Upper Midwest, a crucial region for the upcoming election.

For more, KCBS Radio's Eric Thomas Holly Quan spoke with Jane McMillan, former KCBS Associate News Director, now communications director for the Minneapolis Chapter of the  League of Women Voters. 

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For a more in depth look at Kamala Harris's VP pick, KCBS Radio's Eric Thomas was joined by KCBS Political reporter Doug Sovern.

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How will the selection of Tim Walz as Harris's running mate impact the Trump-Vance campaign strategy?

For more analysis, KCBS Radio's Eric Thomas and Mike DeWald were joined by Rob Stutzman, Founder and president of Stutzman Public Affairs, a Sacramento based firm specializing in campaigns.

How will the selection of Tim Walz as Harris's running mate impact the Trump-Vance campaign strategy?

For more analysis, KCBS Radio's Eric Thomas and Mike DeWald were joined by Rob Stutzman, Founder and president of Stutzman Public Affairs, a Sacramento based firm specializing in campaigns.

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Tim Walz will join Kamala Harris in her campaign for President.

For more reaction, KCBS Radio's Eric Thomas and Mike DeWald were joined by DNC Executive Commiteewoman Christine Pelosi.

Tim Walz will join Kamala Harris in her campaign for President.

For more reaction, KCBS Radio's Eric Thomas and Mike DeWald were joined by DNC Executive Commiteewoman Christine Pelosi.

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Governor of Minnesota, Tim Walz, has been picked as Kamala Harris's running mate. 

For more on this, KCBS Radio's Eric Thomas and Mike DeWald were joined by David Mccuan, Chair and Professor of the Political Science Department at Sonoma State University.

With the first bell set to ring in Oakland next week, many schools are getting a last minute cleanup thanks to a small army of volunteers.

The Oakland Coliseum could soon be in private hands. 

Vice President and Presumptive Democratic Presidential candidate, Kamala Harris is expected to announce her running mate tomorrow morning. 

X, formerly known as twitter, is shutting down its flagship San Francisco Office, according to an internal memo obtained by the New York Times. 

All this and more on this afternoon's edition of the All Local, hosted by KCBS Radio Anchors Holly Quan and Patti Reising.

This is Ask An Expert, where every weekday at 9:20 am, KCBS Radio is giving you direct access to top experts in various fields.

Today: All eyes have been on the markets as a global stock sell-off is leading to big drops this morning. The trading day opened with the Dow dropping over 1,000 points and the S&P falling nearly 4%.

The declines extended what has been a dizzying few days on Wall Street, over concerns about a slowing US economy and job growth. 

For a closer look, KCBS Radio news anchor Margie Shafer spoke with Michael Yoshikami, CEO and Founder of Destination Wealth Management - a Walnut Creek wealth management firm.

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