Phil Matier Audacy

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Today: Democrats and Republicans are responding to last night's presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump.
While Trump's claims on the economy, environment, and border went unchecked, Biden's mannerisms and low energy were also the subject of much criticism.
For a closer look, KCBS Radio news anchors Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier and former San Francisco mayor Willie Brown.
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We're continuing to bring you reactions from last night's first presidential debate.
With ten weeks until the second and final debate in September, Joe Biden will need to overcome more than just his slow start on Thursday.
For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier and Former Mayor Willie Brown.
You can listen to this entire interview and past Phil Matier interviews on the Audacy App. Download the app on your smartphone and favorite KCBS Radio. The interviews are posted in the On Demand section or you can utilize the Rewind feature to listen back.  

The FBI raid on Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao's home is renewing interest in straw donor allegations against the Duong family. 
For more, KCBS Radio's Margie Shafer and Eric Thomas were joined by KCBS Insider Phil Matier.

There is a longtime rule for local governments to award contracts to the lowest bidder, and now Oakland is being accused of violating that rule.
An Alameda County grand jury has released a scathing report criticizing the Oakland City Council over the way it awards contracts. 
The report says the city ended up approving a contract for billboards with a non-profit group even though Clear Channel Outdoor had submitted a bid that would have been more beneficial to the city. 

Governor Gavin Newsom looked beyond California at yesterday's State of the State address, and towards the November election.
For more, KCBS Radio news anchors Eric Thomas and Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
You can listen to this entire interview and past Phil Matier interviews on the Audacy App. Download the app on your smartphone and favorite KCBS Radio. The interviews are posted in the On Demand section or you can utilize the Rewind feature to listen back.

Just a day after the attorney representing Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao announced he was stepping down, we're learning that her spokesperson also resigned.
Francis Zamora issued a statement this morning announcing his departure, saying it was an honor to serve the city of Oakland. He did not give a reason for his resignation. 
For more on this, KCBS Radio anchors Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising spoke to KCBS insider Phil Matier.