John McGinness

How is the tragedy of 9/11 being represented in some schools due to infiltration of foreign money. And the Congressman joins John

And The Sheriff discusses the misuse fo tax payer money for security detail for ex-public officials

Should, for instance, an ICE agent who defies the law be allowed to hold public office in the future? And second subject--foreign donors to US Higher Education schools.

Governor Newsom has new legislation on his desk that would recognize two Muslim holidays as official California holiday. Host John McGinness gives us the latest as the law nears final steps of passage.

Today on The John McGinness Show the Lindsay Clancy case, involving the deaths of her three children and her subsequent jump from a second-story window that left her paralyzed, has sparked a national debate about postpartum psychosis, mental health treatment, and the role medication may play in such tragic cases. The Sheriff has drawn comparisons to the 1994 Susan Smith case in South Carolina, another high-profile case involving the deaths of children at the hands of their mother. Many people are questioning why Clancy is being given the benefit of the doubt, while others argue that severe mental illness may have significantly affected her state of mind. The case also raises broader questions about whether such actions are the result of pure evil or profound psychological impairment, and how the legal system, including in a state like California, might evaluate criminal responsibility under those circumstances. Callers give their reactions and opinions with The Sheriff.

Today on The John McGinness Show AB 2760 would prohibit the use and purchase of wearable electroshock devices, including by state and local law enforcement agencies, in response to the emergence of new electric shock gloves. At the same time, California lawmakers are considering an emergency $10 million allocation to maintain Medi-Cal coverage for gender-affirming care for minors, raising questions about state spending priorities and policies involving youth. The debate also highlights differences with some European countries, where minors seeking gender-related medical treatment may be required to undergo psychological screening and evaluation before receiving certain forms of care. What do you think?

Today on The John McGinness Show Errors in felony cases in Nevada County that were linked to the use of artificial intelligence have raised concerns about AI's growing role in the court system and the potential consequences when technology is relied upon too heavily. The controversy highlights the importance of human oversight, critical thinking, and ensuring that legal professionals continue to do their own writing, research, and analysis rather than depending on AI-generated work. Separately, State Senator Suzette Martinez Valladares sought to amend AB 2691 to prevent child sex offenders from holding public office or serving on school boards in California, but the proposal was rejected along party-line votes. Meanwhile, a proposal for a pilot program of "Sexual Relief Clinics" for homeless individuals was introduced during a public comment period at a Los Angeles City Council meeting, drawing public attention and debate.

Today on the show we talk about the State of California's disfuction shown by the Stop Nick Shirley Act. Plus, Chicago schools are failing, and two El Dorado County Sheriffs are chirping. The John McGinness Show.

A UC Davis student accused of dealing drugs while on probation for killing a 14 year old when she was a juvenile has been given a free-ride at a California UC. What? Yeah, now she's caught again. All of this courtesy of State lawmakers. The John McGinness Show.

Today on The John McGinness Show the California Energy Commission is moving forward with rules that would require Californians to buy certain tires based on rolling resistance standards to improve battery range and fuel efficiency, with phase one beginning in 2029 and phase two in 2033. Critics argue the regulations could hurt mom-and-pop tire shops, drive consumers to buy tires out of state, and potentially create a black market for non-compliant tires. Many believe consumers should have the freedom to purchase whatever tires they want without government mandates. The show also discusses the Truth in Disclosure Act, which would require major corporations with more than $100 million in annual receipts to disclose any historical or financial ties to chattel slavery, examines California's historical connections to forced labor, and takes callers' reactions.