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John Gerardi with Right to Life of Central California sits in for John Broeske and gives an update on a controversial abortion law coming out of Sacramento.

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California’s new $20 minimum wage for fast food workers was meant to lift paychecks—but it’s also reshaping the industry. In this episode, we dig into a study by UC Santa Cruz that looks that the impacts.  Democrats seem surprised by the results: higher menu prices, reduced hours, job cuts, and a rapid push toward automation. From self‑order kiosks to leaner staffing models, fast food is changing fast. 

John Gerardi in for John Broeske.

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In this episode, we unpack two pivotal decisions unfolding in Fresno amid renewed scrutiny of legacy and memory. The Fresno City Council’s unanimous vote to restore Cesar Chavez Boulevard to its original street names reflects a fast-moving local response to national revelations. At the same time, county leaders weigh whether to rename Cesar Chavez Day altogether. 

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An online investigation by journalist‑YouTuber Nick Shirley has reignited scrutiny over alleged fraud tied to California’s public systems, drawing millions of views and sharp public reaction. The reporting claims systemic abuse and weak oversight, prompting a swift response from state leadership rejecting the findings and defending existing safeguards. Officials argue the allegations exaggerate isolated cases, while critics say the response sidesteps deeper accountability questions. The exchange highlights growing tension between independent media investigations and state institutions over transparency, trust, and public spending.

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A New York Times investigation published details allegations that labor icon Cesar Chavez sexually abused women and girls over decades while leading the farmworker movement. The report includes accounts from multiple women, including longtime union leader Dolores Huerta, who alleges she was raped by Chavez in the 1960s and became pregnant twice. Two other women told the Times they were sexually abused as minors. Chavez died in 1993; the allegations have prompted canceled events and renewed debate over his public legacy.

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INTERVIEW: Jon Fleischman/SoDoesItMatter.com discusses fresh allegations and revived criticism that have reignited debate over how California honors Cesar Chavez, one of the state’s most visible historical figures. Advocates argue his role in labor and civil rights remains foundational, while critics say newer claims and long‑standing controversies demand a fuller, more nuanced account of his legacy. From schools and streets to public holidays, the discussion is forcing the state to weigh whether commemoration should celebrate ideals, confront flaws, or attempt to do both at once.

Read more here: https://www.sodoesitmatter.com/p/cesar-chavezs-legacy-is-collapsing

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At today’s Pentagon press briefing, Defense Department leaders outlined current military priorities, emphasizing readiness, deterrence, and support for allies in an increasingly complex global environment in the Iran War. Officials addressed ongoing operations, force posture adjustments, and the importance of maintaining a modern, lethal fighting force. The briefing underscored coordination between civilian leadership and the Joint Chiefs, while reinforcing the department’s focus on mission effectiveness, accountability, and long‑term national defense strategy.

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In a deeply unsettling account that challenges the legacy of a revered labor icon, activist Dolores Huerta has said that César Chávez abused her and secretly fathered two children. Two other women separately told The New York Times that César Chávez allegedly subjected them to abuse when they were children.

Read more: https://www.kmjnow.com/2026/03/18/dolores-huerta/

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In a deeply unsettling account that challenges the legacy of a revered labor icon, activist Dolores Huerta has said that César Chávez abused her and secretly fathered two children. Two other women separately told The New York Times that César Chávez allegedly subjected them to abuse when they were children.

Read more: https://www.kmjnow.com/2026/03/18/dolores-huerta/

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Despite a high‑profile student walkout protesting ICE enforcement, Clovis Unified School District did not see a major spike in absences. District data shows 642 unexcused absences on Feb. 10, the day of the protest—fewer than the 707 unexcused absences recorded on a typical school day the following week. Maybe headlines should have read, "Thousand Stay in School, While Hundreds Walk Out."

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