https://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstoryJoin us weekdays @ 5PM The Back Story is an online journal of fact (original reporting) and opinion. It is specifically intended to be an alternative to the local newspaper, where certain news items are under-reported (or not reported at all), where not all points of view make it into print, and where current economic conditions have rendered investigative reporting all but extinct. The emphasis will be on the Stanislaus County area: political, economic, social, cultural that affect those of us who live here. We are not suggesting that we are going to supplant the daily newspaper, but we ARE stating that there is a considerable gap between what happens in and around our communities and what is reported, and we propose to fill that gap. There are individuals, groups and concepts that are considered untouchable, and we think that is very unhealthy and downright dangerous to the concept of representative democracy. There’s a lot going on in our city that affects you – events and issues you need to know about. The Bee has failed us as a reliable news source. You have to look further than the Modesto Bee. Fortunately, you have a choice with news and comment by Mayor Sabatino. You can get the REAL facts about important local issues on The Back Story. Streaming to your computer @ http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory – at 5PM Monday to Friday You will notice the difference. Local call-in number (209) 846-1814.enCopyright Carmen Sabatino (C/O Blogtalkradio)Mon, 22 Jul 2019 19:30:00 GMTMon, 22 Jul 2019 19:00:00 GMTNewsBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/a01df906-f1ae-4cb6-aed5-3e5786f697f0_back_story_radio_icon.jpghttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstoryJoin us weekdays @ 5PM The Back Story is an online journal of fact (original reporting) and opinion. It is specifically intended to be an alternative to the local newspaper, where certain news items are under-reported (or not reported at all), where not all points of view make it into print, and where current economic conditions have rendered investigative reporting all but extinct. The emphasis will be on the Stanislaus County area: political, economic, social, cultural that affect those of us who live here. We are not suggesting that we are going to supplant the daily newspaper, but we ARE stating that there is a considerable gap between what happens in and around our communities and what is reported, and we propose to fill that gap. There are individuals, groups and concepts that are considered untouchable, and we think that is very unhealthy and downright dangerous to the concept of representative democracy. There’s a lot going on in our city that affects you – events and issues you need to know about. The Bee has failed us as a reliable news source. You have to look further than the Modesto Bee. Fortunately, you have a choice with news and comment by Mayor Sabatino. You can get the REAL facts about important local issues on The Back Story. Streaming to your computer @ http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory – at 5PM Monday to Friday You will notice the difference. Local call-in number (209) 846-1814.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comback newsMayor Carmen SabatinonoThe Back Story is an online journal of fact (original reporting) and opinion. It is specifically intended to be an alternative to the local newspaper, where cerepisodichttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/07/22/promises-and-fairy-tales-have-been-told-now-we-must-deal-with-realityNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/07/22/promises-and-fairy-tales-have-been-told-now-we-must-deal-with-reality/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/07/22/promises-and-fairy-tales-have-been-told-now-we-must-deal-with-realityMon, 22 Jul 2019 19:00:00 GMTPROMISES AND FAIRY TALES HAVE BEEN TOLD NOW WE MUST DEAL WITH REALITYrecall da fladager 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonosabatino,fladager,recallIt's happening locally. DA Fladager works for the People of Power and Means who give money and support.336699d1-3f69-4c25-97d3-9f425e7ab6571345fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/07/19/another-reason-da-fladager-needs-to-be-recalledNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/07/19/another-reason-da-fladager-needs-to-be-recalled/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/07/19/another-reason-da-fladager-needs-to-be-recalledFri, 19 Jul 2019 18:30:00 GMTRecall papers filled - Another Reason DA Fladager needs to be recalled On July 2nd, the Mayor filed papers to create the RECALL DA FLADAGER ORGANIZATION call in 846-1814 @1130 Recall is the power of the voters to remove elected officials before their terms expire. It has been a fundamental part of our governmental system since 1911 and has been used by voters to express their dissatisfaction with their elected representatives.   Another Another Reason DA Fladager needs to be recalled Nightmare of a case’ continues for former CHP officer. Why is he still facing trial? BY ROSALIO AHUMADA For those involved in the case, it seemed to go on forever. But it ended suddenly with the jury acquittal for Modesto attorney Frank Carson, Baljit Athwal and Daljit Atwal, who spent the past four years accused of murder.  Witness to deadly crash shares what he saw For those involved in the case, it seemed to go on forever. But it ended suddenly with the jury acquittal for Modesto attorney Frank Carson, Baljit Athwal and Daljit Atwal, who spent the past four years accused of murder.   The Bee asked the District Attorney’s Office how it can proceed with Wells’ charges when the three men accused of murder in Kauffman’s death have been acquitted. https://www.modbee.com/news/local/crime/article232839187.html 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoOn July 2nd, the Mayor filed papers to create the RECALL DA FLADAGER ORGANIZATION call in 846-1814 @1130 Recall is the power of the voters to remove electedfb60530f-e7c1-46d9-92b2-3579282bb4211344fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/07/17/listen-in-at-1100-to-a-most-important-new-story-the-recall-fladager-discussioNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/07/17/listen-in-at-1100-to-a-most-important-new-story-the-recall-fladager-discussio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/07/17/listen-in-at-1100-to-a-most-important-new-story-the-recall-fladager-discussioWed, 17 Jul 2019 18:30:00 GMTListen in at 11:30 to a most important new story. The recall Fladager discussion. Listen in at 11:30 to a most important new story. The recall effort of DA Fladager will be discussed - 846-1814 or online at backstorynews.com 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,District AttorneyListen in at 11:30 to a most important new story. The recall effort of DA Fladager will be discussed - 846-1814 or online at backstorynews.com95ad4bb7-3772-489a-a29b-9e2a629562711343fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/07/15/stanislaus-taxpayers-associationNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/07/15/stanislaus-taxpayers-association/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/07/15/stanislaus-taxpayers-associationMon, 15 Jul 2019 18:30:00 GMTStanislaus Taxpayers AssociationMayor discusses taxpayers association.  Dial in 846.1814 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,districtMayor discusses taxpayers association3487edce-f232-4bf7-9ad9-5e6fdc880ca61342fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/07/12/recall-da-fladagerNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/07/12/recall-da-fladager/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/07/12/recall-da-fladagerFri, 12 Jul 2019 18:30:00 GMTRecall DA Fladager The Backstory brings you a 14 minute interview of SUPERVIOR DEMATINI by DA investigator KIRK BUNCH, ASSISTANT DA Marlisa Ferreira COUNTY COUNSEL John Doring and  DEPUTY COUNTY COUNSEL ROB TARO.  The Carson Trial is over and the focus should now shift to the reasons why DA Fladager should by recalled.  For Paypal donations for the Recall go to Backstorynews.com.  It is suggested that contributions not exceed $99 to preserve your identity.  Call in at 846-1814 00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,Stanislaus county,District AttorneyThe Backstory brings you a 14 minute interview of SUPERVIOR DEMATINI by DA investigator KIRK BUNCH, ASSISTANT DA Marlisa Ferreira COUNTY COUNSEL John Doring ane7665e2d-cfb5-4b7c-9ca1-49608e42990d1341fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/10/mayor-at-odds-with-modestos-26-million-offerNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/10/mayor-at-odds-with-modestos-26-million-offer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/10/mayor-at-odds-with-modestos-26-million-offerFri, 10 May 2019 18:00:00 GMTMayor at odds with Modesto’s $2.6 million offerMayor at odds with Modesto’s $2.6 million offer to settle medical insurance claims BY KEVIN VALINE CITY EMPLOYEE COMMENTS ON MODESTO’S PLAN TO USE S&S HEALTHCARE TO NEGOTIATE AND SETTLE HEATLH CLAIMS Modesto is moving forward with its plan to try to settle millions of dollars of city employees’ unpaid medical claims under the assumption that medical providers will accept one-third of what they are owed. 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomayor,modesto,Mayor Carmen sabatinoMayor at odds with Modesto’s $2.6 million offer to settle medical insurance claims BY KEVIN VALINE CITY EMPLOYEE COMMENTS ON MODESTO’S PLAN TO USE S&S HEALTHCd2da182a-1e4b-44da-9d98-7a4089b841c11340fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/08/mayor-at-odds-with-modestos-26-million-offerNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/08/mayor-at-odds-with-modestos-26-million-offer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/08/mayor-at-odds-with-modestos-26-million-offerWed, 08 May 2019 18:00:00 GMTMayor at odds with Modesto’s $2.6 million offerMayor at odds with Modesto’s $2.6 million offer to settle medical insurance claims BY KEVIN VALINE CITY EMPLOYEE COMMENTS ON MODESTO’S PLAN TO USE S&S HEALTHCARE TO NEGOTIATE AND SETTLE HEATLH CLAIMS Modesto is moving forward with its plan to try to settle millions of dollars of city employees’ unpaid medical claims under the assumption that medical providers will accept one-third of what they are owed. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatinoMayor at odds with Modesto’s $2.6 million offer to settle medical insurance claims3c867360-b928-408a-a889-bfce01cabfac1338fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/06/modesto-mayor-to-give-his-first-state-of-the-city-since-taking-office-3-years-agNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/06/modesto-mayor-to-give-his-first-state-of-the-city-since-taking-office-3-years-ag/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/06/modesto-mayor-to-give-his-first-state-of-the-city-since-taking-office-3-years-agMon, 06 May 2019 18:00:00 GMTModesto mayor to give his first state of the city since taking office 3 years ago Modesto mayor to give his first state of the city since taking office 3 years ago BY KEVIN VALINE Modesto Mayor Ted Brandvold will hold his first state of the city address Wednesday since taking office a little more than three years ago. He will speak during a luncheon at the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in downtown. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatinoModesto mayor to give his first state of the city since taking office 3 years ago BY KEVIN VALINE Modesto Mayor Ted Brandvold will hold his first state o0a42a0ae-25f7-4661-a766-24371deec34c1337fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/03/empire-building-modesto-looks-to-prosecute-minor-drug-offensesNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/03/empire-building-modesto-looks-to-prosecute-minor-drug-offenses/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/03/empire-building-modesto-looks-to-prosecute-minor-drug-offensesFri, 03 May 2019 18:00:00 GMTEmpire Building: Modesto looks to prosecute minor drug offenses Empire Building: Modesto looks to prosecute minor drug offenses after DA’s office stops handling them Modesto might prosecute low-level drug offenses no longer being pursued by the Stanislaus County District Attorney’s Office and expand its prosecution of such city code violations as camping in parks, blighted property and illegal dumping. City Attorney Adam Lindgren and City Manager Joe Lopez discussed this proposal during Monday’s City Council workshop for Modesto’s proposed 2019-20 budget year, which starts July 1.   00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Modesto City Council,Mayor Carmen sabatinoEmpire Building: Modesto looks to prosecute minor drug offenses after DA’s office stops handling them Modesto might prosecute low-level drug offenses no lonfd26c66e-a307-4ea2-b735-f86703f8205b1336fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/02/mayors-update-on-modesto--various-newsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/02/mayors-update-on-modesto--various-news/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/02/mayors-update-on-modesto--various-newsThu, 02 May 2019 18:00:00 GMTModesto's gang of four...To the Gang of Four: Council members Bill Zoslocki, Doug Ridenour, Jenny Kenoyer and Mani Grewal. Who are you going to believe, me or your lying eyes?.. .Bill Zoslocki Thanks to Emerson Drake, we know who to believe. You know of course that you will be watched until the next election...18 months from now.  We will deal with the present, based on the past, to decide for the future. Carmen Sabatino, former Mayor of Modesto. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,homelessTo the Gang of Four: Council members Bill Zoslocki, Doug Ridenour, Jenny Kenoyer and Mani Grewal. Who are you going to believe, me or your lying eyes?.. .Bbe67940d-3030-48b0-ae20-ee25d59befce1335fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/01/modesto-looks-to-prosecute-minor-drug-offenses-after-das-office-stops-handlingNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/01/modesto-looks-to-prosecute-minor-drug-offenses-after-das-office-stops-handling/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/05/01/modesto-looks-to-prosecute-minor-drug-offenses-after-das-office-stops-handlingWed, 01 May 2019 18:00:00 GMTModesto looks to prosecute minor drug offenses after DA’s office stops handling themModesto looks to prosecute minor drug offenses after DA’s office stops handling them We need to talk. The Back Story at 846-1814 93.3 FM  Former DA John Goulart is the only attorney in Adam Lindgrens office and his primary function for the city is to prosecute “minor crimes”.  Since DA Birgit Fladager is slowing enforcement, City Councilmen Ridenour, Zoslocki, and attorney Lindgren propose to take up the slack. DA Goularte lost the prosecution of Mayor Carmen Sabatino and now works for the City. The county can save money by sending another attorney to the city to do their job. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomayor,modesto,Modesto City CouncilModesto looks to prosecute minor drug offenses after DA’s office stops handling them We need to talk. The Back Story at 846-1814 93.3 FM  Former DA John G8984d5b3-84fb-498e-aaf9-9ddcb7ec3f311334fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/30/jailhouse-deaths-branvold-takes-on-the-council-with-facebookNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/30/jailhouse-deaths-branvold-takes-on-the-council-with-facebook/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/30/jailhouse-deaths-branvold-takes-on-the-council-with-facebookTue, 30 Apr 2019 18:00:00 GMTJailhouse Deaths, Brandvold takes on the council with Facebook Jailhouse Deaths, Brandvold takes on the council with Facebook 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modestoJailhouse Deaths, Brandvold takes on the council with Facebook532be8eb-e787-4ec0-823b-55bbea6a09711333fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/29/jailhouse-deaths-craig-prescott-branvold-talks-city-audio-on-facebookNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/29/jailhouse-deaths-craig-prescott-branvold-talks-city-audio-on-facebook/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/29/jailhouse-deaths-craig-prescott-branvold-talks-city-audio-on-facebookMon, 29 Apr 2019 18:00:00 GMTJailhouse Deaths, Craig Prescott, Branvold talks City Auditor on Facebook Jailhouse Deaths, Craig Prescott, Branvold talks City Auditor on Facebook.   Call in 846-1814 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,jail,auditorJailhouse Deaths, Craig Prescott, Branvold talks City Auditor on Facebook.   Call in 846-18140a88820b-de97-411e-8b0b-8f4bdd4ecefb1332fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/26/new-business-at-city-councilNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/26/new-business-at-city-council/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/26/new-business-at-city-councilFri, 26 Apr 2019 18:00:00 GMTNew Business at City Council?Carmen Sabatino Get ready for the longest political campaign in Modesto history, 18 months in real time.   At 11:am call 846 -1814, the Back Story with former Mayor Carmen Sabatino on 93.3 FM, and join the discussion on the actions of the City Council as reported by Bee reporter Valine. You can listen or press1 to join the conversation with comments or questions.     01:22:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,political,history,carmen,sabatinoCarmen Sabatino Get ready for the longest political campaign in Modesto history, 18 months in real time.   At 11:am call 846 -1814, the Back Story with96d4c314-43ce-4e8c-aff0-c98979f8d3fc1330fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/25/how-simple-tasks-reveal-a-big-rift-among-modesto-council-membersNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/25/how-simple-tasks-reveal-a-big-rift-among-modesto-council-members/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/25/how-simple-tasks-reveal-a-big-rift-among-modesto-council-membersThu, 25 Apr 2019 18:00:00 GMTHow simple tasks reveal a big rift among Modesto council members  Join the Back Story at 846 - 1814 and/or 93.3 FM JoinThe Modesto City Council’s Tuesday evening meeting included two seemingly routine items: approving the mayor’s pick to a new countywide homeless panel and council members’ assignments to the various committees and boards they serve on. But the discussion was anything but routine. It included acrimony and accusations and revisiting the November departure of City Auditor Monica Houston, who left after less than eight months on the job after accepting a $225,000 settlement that was approved by council members on a 4-3 vote. Houston is African American and had been subject to a series of job evaluations. She claimed that there was an undertone of racism and sexism that resulted in the call for those evaluations. But Councilman Bill Zoslocki at Tuesday’s meeting read from Houston’s settlement agreement, which stated she was making “no claim of discrimination or harassment” and did not support any such claims made on her behalf. The flashpoints from Tuesday’s meeting included: 01:59:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoFrom now to the election of 2020 the council will demonstrate dysfunction876f29d0-0247-466e-a182-423e9f2693e71329fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/23/what-do-we-like-dislike-about-modestoNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/23/what-do-we-like-dislike-about-modesto/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/23/what-do-we-like-dislike-about-modestoTue, 23 Apr 2019 18:00:00 GMTWhat do we like, dislike about Modesto?What do we like, dislike about Modesto? Many opinions – and chance to let mayor know   Sabatino: Mayor what are you going to do about it? Residents can tell Mayor Ted Brandvold and other city officials what direction they want the city to go in during a Thursday meeting at Modesto Centre Plaza. The meeting is part of Modesto’s effort to gather community input for its next strategic plan, which lays out the city’s big-picture goals over several years and the strategies to achieve them. Thursday’s late afternoon meeting comes after similar meetings were held for each of the six City Council members in their respective districts. https://www.modbee.com/news/article229556074.html   00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoWhat do we like, dislike about Modesto? Many opinions – and chance to let mayor know   Sabatino: Mayor what are you going to do about it? Residents can tell437a5582-5241-4d62-8726-ff9642ccfb7f1328fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/22/a-review-of-local-a-political-hit-job-20-years-in-the-makingNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/22/a-review-of-local-a-political-hit-job-20-years-in-the-making/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/22/a-review-of-local-a-political-hit-job-20-years-in-the-makingMon, 22 Apr 2019 18:00:00 GMTA review of local a political hit job 20 years in the making A review of a local political hit job 20 years in the making  00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoA review of local a political hit job 20 years in the making5ef1efd1-c11c-4b71-9e9f-f5382c45f2801327fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/17/full-city-council-yet-to-hear-new-hotel-proposalNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/17/full-city-council-yet-to-hear-new-hotel-proposal/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/17/full-city-council-yet-to-hear-new-hotel-proposalWed, 17 Apr 2019 18:00:00 GMTFull City council yet to hear new hotel proposalFull City council yet to hear new hotel proposal 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoFull City council yet to hear new hotel proposal653f8f55-969e-4007-a300-dcd51ef1bcd41326fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/12/report-on-formation-of-proposed-modesto-tourism-marketing-and-hotel-feasibilityNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/12/report-on-formation-of-proposed-modesto-tourism-marketing-and-hotel-feasibility/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/12/report-on-formation-of-proposed-modesto-tourism-marketing-and-hotel-feasibilityFri, 12 Apr 2019 18:00:00 GMTReport on Formation of Proposed Modesto Tourism Marketing and Hotel FeasibilityJoin us at 93.3FM or 846-1814 for Report on Formation of Proposed Modesto Tourism Marketing & District and Hotel Feasibility Study 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoReport on Formation of Proposed Modesto Tourism Marketing and Hotel Feasibilitycf45c8c2-23e7-4780-ae9f-e97b9301a9611325fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/11/on-monday-rep-devin-nunes-sued-the-fresno-bee-and-mcclatchy-for-150-millionNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/11/on-monday-rep-devin-nunes-sued-the-fresno-bee-and-mcclatchy-for-150-million/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/11/on-monday-rep-devin-nunes-sued-the-fresno-bee-and-mcclatchy-for-150-millionThu, 11 Apr 2019 18:00:00 GMTOn Monday Rep. Devin Nunes sued The Fresno Bee and McClatchy for $150 million.On Monday Rep. Devin Nunes sued The Fresno Bee and McClatchy for $150 million. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoOn Monday Rep. Devin Nunes sued The Fresno Bee and McClatchy for $150 million.c0cc1642-9822-4b83-b85b-bddbbbf719851324fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/10/tune-in-to-933fm-or-dial-in-to-846-1814-to-hear-the-backstoryNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/10/tune-in-to-933fm-or-dial-in-to-846-1814-to-hear-the-backstory/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/10/tune-in-to-933fm-or-dial-in-to-846-1814-to-hear-the-backstoryWed, 10 Apr 2019 18:00:00 GMTMyers Nave loses bid for Turlock City Attorney Myers Nave loses bid for Turlock City Attorney 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMyers Nave loses bid for Turlock City Attorney608cf40c-f688-41a9-9f04-d78af8b702691323fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/09/city-cant-pay-heath-insurance-but-has-time-to-look-at-new-luxury-hotelNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/09/city-cant-pay-heath-insurance-but-has-time-to-look-at-new-luxury-hotel/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/09/city-cant-pay-heath-insurance-but-has-time-to-look-at-new-luxury-hotelTue, 09 Apr 2019 18:00:00 GMTCity can't pay heath insurance, but has time to look at new luxury hotelCity can't pay heath insurance, but has time to look at new luxury hotel 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoCity can't pay heath insurance, but has time to look at new luxury hotel655997a8-b548-4acd-b3f9-57a6711e46e81322fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/04/we-need-a-year-before-the-next-city-electionNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/04/we-need-a-year-before-the-next-city-election/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/04/04/we-need-a-year-before-the-next-city-electionThu, 04 Apr 2019 18:00:00 GMTWe need a year before the next city electionMayor at odds with Modesto’s $2.6 million offer to settle medical insurance claims BY KEVIN VALINE APRIL 03, 2019 03:57 PM, UPDATED APRIL 03, 2019 04:55 PM   Your hosts today former city councilman Bruce Frohman and Mayor  Carmen Sabatino     01:14:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomedical,insurance,sabatino,frohmanCall 846-1814 at 11:am to listen and comment on city medical insurance fiasco.95c28f7c-614a-408e-bb42-d576f16d87311321fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/29/the-state-of-the-state-of-the-city-of-modestoNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/29/the-state-of-the-state-of-the-city-of-modesto/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/29/the-state-of-the-state-of-the-city-of-modestoFri, 29 Mar 2019 18:00:00 GMTThe state of the state of the City of ModestoThe state of the state of the City of Modesto 00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoThe state of the state of the City of Modestocb91dba4-fbcd-4df9-b57c-e5e7b189c0091320fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/28/overspending-at-the-city-of-modestoNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/28/overspending-at-the-city-of-modesto/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/28/overspending-at-the-city-of-modestoThu, 28 Mar 2019 18:00:00 GMTOverspending at the City of Modesto The scandal involving overpayments to contractors and vendors by the City of Modesto should move into the oversight of the State Department of Justice.   Enough of the excuses, outright misstatements of facts, kicking the can down the road and the final refuge of scoundrels – the scapegoating of a clerical employee down in the ranks.  Taking Personal Responsibility in a leadership position in Modesto is just not done. A Sad state of affairs. 00:16:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoThe scandal involving overpayments to contractors and vendors by the City of Modesto should move into the oversight of the State Department of Justice.   Enoug1bdbd4c9-4471-480a-8d86-cde31383b27f1319fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/22/mayors-friday-roundupNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/22/mayors-friday-roundup/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/22/mayors-friday-roundupFri, 22 Mar 2019 18:00:00 GMTMayors Friday roundupMayors Friday roundup 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayors Friday roundupe1ea9c17-22b7-487e-ae66-70f97ec1785b1318fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/21/modesto--a-government-that-makes-to-poor-poorerNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/21/modesto--a-government-that-makes-to-poor-poorer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/21/modesto--a-government-that-makes-to-poor-poorerThu, 21 Mar 2019 18:00:00 GMTThe System: creating the poor The System: creating the poor 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoThe System: creating the poorc6cf6373-08a8-4354-9ae8-b3129757144c1317fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/20/will-the-valley-run-out-of-fresh-waterNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/20/will-the-valley-run-out-of-fresh-water/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/20/will-the-valley-run-out-of-fresh-waterWed, 20 Mar 2019 18:00:00 GMTWill the Valley Run Out of Fresh Water?Will the Valley Run Out of Fresh Water? 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoWill the Valley Run Out of Fresh Water?2a873b37-dc60-4fa2-b5b1-14321c0de6361316fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/11/government-for-sale-or-rentNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/11/government-for-sale-or-rent/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/11/government-for-sale-or-rentMon, 11 Mar 2019 18:00:00 GMTGovernment for sale or rentnews yor can use 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoGeorge,Petrulakis.George Petrulakis, land use attorney, political broker00d42427-6d47-4d88-9263-464d233b71301313fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/07/around-townNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/07/around-town/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/07/around-townThu, 07 Mar 2019 19:00:00 GMTAround TownWhat's going on. 00:58:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoGovernment for sale or rentb60276e1-066b-43cc-95f0-7c19b55ab1f11312fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/06/stanislaus-county-needs-to-continue-backing-up-words-with-actionNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/06/stanislaus-county-needs-to-continue-backing-up-words-with-action/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/06/stanislaus-county-needs-to-continue-backing-up-words-with-actionWed, 06 Mar 2019 19:00:00 GMTStanislaus County needs to continue backing up words with actionTerry Withrow used variations of the word “partnership” 14 times in Tuesday’s State of the County speech. The words “relationships” and “collaboration” came up an additional 14 times combined, and he threw in “cooperation” and “coordination” four more times each. We might conclude that getting along with other agencies is important to the Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors, and to Withrow, its chairman this year. We also might yawn. Because we’ve been hearing the same thing, year after year, regardless of who wields the leader’s gavel. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonostanis,Stanislaus county,Mayor Carmen sabatinoStanislaus County needs to continue backing up words with actionb273969b-e280-4498-86bb-70bbf1f6e9651311fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/05/withrows-response-to-letter-from-constituent-its-a-cowardly-actNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/05/withrows-response-to-letter-from-constituent-its-a-cowardly-act/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/05/withrows-response-to-letter-from-constituent-its-a-cowardly-actTue, 05 Mar 2019 19:00:00 GMTWithrow's response to letter from constituent “It’s a cowardly act "Withrow's response to letter from constituent “It’s a cowardly act ' 00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatinoWithrow's response to letter from constituent “It’s a cowardly act 'c9b6acde-5946-451c-bddc-f8dd129395d91310fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/04/government-for-sale-or-rentNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/04/government-for-sale-or-rent/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/04/government-for-sale-or-rentMon, 04 Mar 2019 19:00:00 GMTGovernment for sale or rent  The seeds of corupuion have to be planted with consultants and non-profits. Then deals can be made. 00:46:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonocorruption,consultants,non-profitsElected officials outsource their fiduciary responsibilities2b117f1f-e720-4748-bf49-eadaaef8513a1309fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/01/bee-gets-new-opinion-editor-special-guest-bruce-frohman-stops-inNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/01/bee-gets-new-opinion-editor-special-guest-bruce-frohman-stops-in/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/03/01/bee-gets-new-opinion-editor-special-guest-bruce-frohman-stops-inFri, 01 Mar 2019 19:00:00 GMTBee gets new Opinion Editor. Special guest Bruce Frohman stops in. Bee gets new Opinion Editor - Garth Stapley - obvious choice, decades of experience. Special guest former Councilman Bruce Frohman stops in. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,Modesto BeeBee gets new Opinion Editor - Garth Stapley - obvious choice, decades of experience. Special guest former Councilman Bruce Frohman stops in.59e3edab-87cd-4c6b-bde0-62cd253cadc21308fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/28/is-brandvold-a-1-term-mayorNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/28/is-brandvold-a-1-term-mayor/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/28/is-brandvold-a-1-term-mayorThu, 28 Feb 2019 19:00:00 GMTIs Brandvold a 1 term mayor?Is Brandvold a 1 term mayor? 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoModesto City Council,Mayor Carmen sabatinoIs Brandvold a 1 term mayor?7e26bfaa-7d87-4dbd-89d9-1e5f1a57e01b1307fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/27/modesto-politics-a-blood-sportNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/27/modesto-politics-a-blood-sport/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/27/modesto-politics-a-blood-sportWed, 27 Feb 2019 19:00:00 GMTModesto Politics, a blood sport.Modesto Politics, a blood sport. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoModesto Politics, a blood sport.061c1c1b-d4db-4030-8629-116c752355f11306fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/26/modesto-2000-committeeNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/26/modesto-2000-committee/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/26/modesto-2000-committeeTue, 26 Feb 2019 19:00:00 GMTModesto 2000 CommitteeThe mayor reviews the Modesto 2000 PAC and the role of George Petrulakis and Supervisor DeMartini in its creation 00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,Stanislaus county,City of ModestoThe mayor reviews the Modesto 2000 PAC77047eb0-81ad-4e96-ba3b-f0129732634d1305fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/25/brandvold-state-of-the-cityNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/25/brandvold-state-of-the-city/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/25/brandvold-state-of-the-cityMon, 25 Feb 2019 19:00:00 GMTBrandvold state of the CityModesto Mayor Ted Brandvold will do something he has not done in the three years since he took office: give a state of the city address.   Mayors across the nation give these speeches every year to celebrate their cities’ achievements, share their visions for their cities and take notice of their cities’ challenges and opportunities. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoAfter three years in office, Modesto mayor to give state of city talk38a71d11-19a3-4d80-84c4-e53d60a4590c1304fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/22/mayors-friday-recapNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/22/mayors-friday-recap/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/22/mayors-friday-recapFri, 22 Feb 2019 19:00:00 GMTMayors Friday RecapMayors Friday Recap 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatinoMayors Friday Recap208d9e00-bc31-402d-b934-a6c52129d27a1303fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/21/modestos-unpaid-medical-claims-could-reach-millions-of-dollarsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/21/modestos-unpaid-medical-claims-could-reach-millions-of-dollars/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/21/modestos-unpaid-medical-claims-could-reach-millions-of-dollarsThu, 21 Feb 2019 19:00:00 GMTModesto’s unpaid medical claims could reach millions of dollarsModesto is acknowledging its employees are facing millions of dollars in unpaid medical claims related to Riverstone Capital, the city insurance carrier that is subject to U.S. Department of Labor legal action. “We fear it could be several million dollars,” city spokesman Thomas Reeves said. “We are still determining the amount, and I’m not going to speculate to what it will rise to.” 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modestoModesto’s unpaid medical claims could reach millions of dollars8295e4cc-143e-4610-9589-24573c3642be1302fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/20/modesto-homeless-campNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/20/modesto-homeless-camp/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/20/modesto-homeless-campWed, 20 Feb 2019 19:00:00 GMTModesto Homeless Camp,Crews on Tuesday had erected about 150 tents at a site for a city and county-approved homeless encampment underneath the Ninth Street Bridge along the Tuolumne River in Modesto. Homeless people who have been camping at nearby Beard Brook Park since mid-September could start moving into the new tent camp later this week 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoTents are up at new Modesto homeless camp under bridge. People could move in soonc9719c0a-afca-469e-b971-1b62263abc0b1301fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/19/local-governments-stanislaus-community-foundation-to-fund-100-homelessNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/19/local-governments-stanislaus-community-foundation-to-fund-100-homeless/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/19/local-governments-stanislaus-community-foundation-to-fund-100-homelessTue, 19 Feb 2019 19:00:00 GMTLocal Governments, Stanislaus Community Foundation to fund 100 homelessCity of Modesto, Stanislaus County and Stanislaus Community Foundation to fund 100 homeless people $13,500 per year ($1.35 million total) to take part in Downtown Streets Team. The teams, comprised of 25 homeless (at one time) can make $100 individually to perform clean up services on Modesto’s streets.  With the City of Modesto pledging $300,000, is this another taxpayer funded endeavor – for those currently subsidizing DoMo- will their contributions decrease?  00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoCity of Modesto,Stanislaus county,Mayor Carmen sabatino,homelessCity of Modesto, Stanislaus County and Stanislaus Community Foundation to fund 100 homeless people94577a86-b4cb-4bd2-a1ed-6bdf252c8cb01300fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/18/the-mayor-tuesday-stack-of-stuff--rank-security-chamber-and-moreNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/18/the-mayor-tuesday-stack-of-stuff--rank-security-chamber-and-more/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/18/the-mayor-tuesday-stack-of-stuff--rank-security-chamber-and-moreMon, 18 Feb 2019 19:00:00 GMTThe Mayor Tuesday stack of Stuff - Rank Security, Chamber and moreCity Council Silences the former Mayor. Calls on Chief  of Police to  come forward at meeting. 00:29:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoRank Security,Back StoryThe Back Story fills in the gap between reality and what the newspaper is willing to tell you.87eab2f5-9212-4b65-b825-9304822258281299fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/15/homeless-discussion-at-the-city-council-meetingNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/15/homeless-discussion-at-the-city-council-meeting/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/15/homeless-discussion-at-the-city-council-meetingFri, 15 Feb 2019 19:00:00 GMTHomeless discussion at the City Council meetingHomeless discussion at the City Council meeting 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,Modesto Bee,city councilHomeless discussion at the City Council meeting9ceeff58-cb14-4ab1-b869-8f48aab87be91298fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/14/city-council-meeting-reviewNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/14/city-council-meeting-review/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/14/city-council-meeting-reviewThu, 14 Feb 2019 19:00:00 GMTCity Council meeting reviewCity Council meeting review  00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,homelessCity Council meeting reviewf6c4dcbc-a1ae-4433-90b5-372d12d4cc0a1297fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/12/ceres-man-exonerated-in-modesto-kidnapping-video-shows-it-never-happenedNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/12/ceres-man-exonerated-in-modesto-kidnapping-video-shows-it-never-happened/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/12/ceres-man-exonerated-in-modesto-kidnapping-video-shows-it-never-happenedTue, 12 Feb 2019 19:00:00 GMTCeres man exonerated in Modesto kidnapping. Video shows it never happenedCeres man exonerated in Modesto kidnapping. Video shows it never happened 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,cityCeres man exonerated in Modesto kidnapping. Video shows it never happened9144fd3d-1bf9-4cd8-a678-aa524faa40e61296fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/11/join-us-tonight-as-well-discuss-tomorrows-city-council-meetingNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/11/join-us-tonight-as-well-discuss-tomorrows-city-council-meeting/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/11/join-us-tonight-as-well-discuss-tomorrows-city-council-meetingMon, 11 Feb 2019 19:00:00 GMTJoin us tonight as well discuss tomorrows City Council MeetingJoin us tonight as well discuss tomorrows City Council Meeting,  The audit results are going to be discussed so today is a good preview.  Call in to join us at 846-1814 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoModesto City Council,Mayor Carmen sabatinoJoin us tonight as well discuss tomorrows City Council Meetinge83caf09-5be8-4c6c-93e2-aac93c7f39241295fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/08/the-city-of-modesto-2019Newshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/08/the-city-of-modesto-2019/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/08/the-city-of-modesto-2019Fri, 08 Feb 2019 19:00:00 GMTThe City of Modesto 2019The City of Modesto 2019 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoThe City of Modesto 2019a254cf1e-4732-4e15-8ed0-2373402358961294fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/07/the-city-has-become-a-circle-of-incompetenceNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/07/the-city-has-become-a-circle-of-incompetence/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/07/the-city-has-become-a-circle-of-incompetenceThu, 07 Feb 2019 19:00:00 GMTThe City has become a circle of incompetenceThe City has become a circle of incompetence  00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoCity of Modesto,Mayor Carmen sabatinoThe City has become a circle of incompetencecff9794d-11fc-4cc0-bac8-d45cadde09741293fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/06/tuesday-flashback--back-my-popular-demandNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/06/tuesday-flashback--back-my-popular-demand/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/02/06/tuesday-flashback--back-my-popular-demandWed, 06 Feb 2019 19:00:00 GMTTuesday flashback - back by popular demand Tuesday flashback -  00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoTuesday flashback -bf264664-2a3b-4d49-901a-acc717d201ab1292fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/31/a-review-of-cecil-russells-speech-to-councilNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/31/a-review-of-cecil-russells-speech-to-council/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/31/a-review-of-cecil-russells-speech-to-councilThu, 31 Jan 2019 19:00:00 GMTA review of Cecil Russell's speech to CouncilA review of Cecil Russell's speech to Council  00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonochamber of commerce,Mayor Carmen sabatino,modestoA review of Cecil Russell's speech to Council643f81a1-8b68-40d8-b538-ccaa3b7b4a751291fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/30/flashback-to-the-candidate-josh-harderNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/30/flashback-to-the-candidate-josh-harder/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/30/flashback-to-the-candidate-josh-harderWed, 30 Jan 2019 19:00:00 GMTFlashback to the candidate Josh Harder Join ua today at 11:00 on 93.3 as we Flashback to the candidate Josh Harder.    00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonojjosh harder,Mayor Carmen sabatinoJoin ua today at 11:00 on 93.3 as we Flashback to the candidate Josh Harder.8b3c4ca5-3ff7-4d07-afc2-a54b575c6a841290fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/29/modesto-political-cultureNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/29/modesto-political-culture/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/29/modesto-political-cultureTue, 29 Jan 2019 19:00:00 GMTModesto Political CultureGrowth is painful and solutions have not been stemming the tide of corruption. 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,growth,solutionsWhat does history say that might account for the present environment of Modesto?36b0c87c-703d-49af-adbc-b2832b5797651289fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/28/reviewing-the-position-of-elected-sheriffNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/28/reviewing-the-position-of-elected-sheriff/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/28/reviewing-the-position-of-elected-sheriffMon, 28 Jan 2019 19:00:00 GMTReviewing the position of Elected SheriffThe county sheriff is the problem child among California elected officials. No office is less accountable, or more reliable in producing scandal. Once elected, sheriffs in all 58 counties have power over jails and policing, and act pretty much as they please. Under our state’s structure, a sheriff in California can’t really be fired. Those most liable to complain about a sheriff – inmates and those accused of crimes – have trouble gaining the public’s ear, let alone sympathy. And in the Trump era, some sheriffs, especially in conservative precincts, have flirted with defying state laws that protect immigrant families. “The power of sheriffs,” wrote historian Andrew Isenberg, “is inextricably tied up in the concept of a popular justice that is not bound by anything so mundane as the law.” Read more athttps://www.modbee.com/opinion/article225098900.html   00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonosheriff,Mayor Carmen sabatino,ElectionsReviewing the position of Elected Sheriff0279f8cc-f0f0-469a-a7bb-140de162e16a1288fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/25/new-modesto-domoNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/25/new-modesto-domo/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/25/new-modesto-domoFri, 25 Jan 2019 19:00:00 GMTNew Modesto (DOMO)On July 28th, 2015, the Stanislaus Board of Supervisors met (agenda B-5) on what was marked a routine matter.  The “routine matter” was nothing less than the end of Modesto as we knew it.  This was the formation of a square mile block situated downtown where property owners would be forced to pass a special assessment fee to be included in the one square mile bright, shiny New Modesto “DoMo.  00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonodomo,Mayor Carmen sabatino,modestoA look at New Modesto - all 1 square mile of it.14158ae9-cf09-4fbd-ae43-9c8784582efd1287fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/24/cecil-russell-makes-im-not-a-crook-speech-in-front-of-councilNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/24/cecil-russell-makes-im-not-a-crook-speech-in-front-of-council/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/24/cecil-russell-makes-im-not-a-crook-speech-in-front-of-councilThu, 24 Jan 2019 19:00:00 GMTCecil Russell makes I'm not a crook speech in front of CouncilCecil Russell makes I'm not a crook speech in front of Council 00:26:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,chamber of commerce,cvbCecil Russell makes I'm not a crook speech in front of Council97099d5b-36d7-4e71-9b66-80c536864f021286fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/23/review-of-mayors-presentation-to-council-on-jan-22ndNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/23/review-of-mayors-presentation-to-council-on-jan-22nd/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2019/01/23/review-of-mayors-presentation-to-council-on-jan-22ndWed, 23 Jan 2019 19:00:00 GMTReview of Mayor's presentation to Council on Jan 22ndToday the Mayor reviews his appearance at the Modesto City Council Meeting.   01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,Modesto City CouncilReview of Mayor's presentation to Council on Jan 22ndf322c5e3-e234-4244-9e40-04aab235ef541285fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/27/flashback-to-then-candidate-josh-harder-interview-with-the-mayorNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/27/flashback-to-then-candidate-josh-harder-interview-with-the-mayor/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/27/flashback-to-then-candidate-josh-harder-interview-with-the-mayorThu, 27 Dec 2018 01:00:00 GMTFlashback to then candidate Josh Harder interview with the MayorFlashback to then candidate Josh Harder interview with the Mayor.  Now that he is elected, it will be interesting to hear what his priorties are. 00:43:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonojosh harder,Mayor Carmen sabatinoFlashback to then candidate Josh Harder interview with the Mayor4d7aa5d3-99aa-4fa8-a017-a84a139ef9691284fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/19/conversation-with-an-editorNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/19/conversation-with-an-editor/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/19/conversation-with-an-editorWed, 19 Dec 2018 01:00:00 GMTConversation with an editorWhen will people standd up, or should they?           When will people stand up   or should they?           00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonoconversataion,comeyFBI headComey is rightf56fcbff-63ee-4a21-8bb9-e1964e6340971283fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/18/mayors-review-of-community-volunteering--non-profit-and-public-committeesNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/18/mayors-review-of-community-volunteering--non-profit-and-public-committees/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/18/mayors-review-of-community-volunteering--non-profit-and-public-committeesTue, 18 Dec 2018 01:00:00 GMTMayors review of community volunteering - Non-Profit and Public CommitteesPoliticians seek endorsements and contributions to get elected so they can engage in corruption. How can you fight corruption if you live in fear? 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonocorruption,government,outsourceOur government would rather outsource than hire more employees.33f56a76-8fdf-4a1f-96da-3a3cd6f6ea8f1282fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/15/put-homeless-under-the-bridge-spend-500-for-protectionNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/15/put-homeless-under-the-bridge-spend-500-for-protection/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/15/put-homeless-under-the-bridge-spend-500-for-protectionSat, 15 Dec 2018 01:00:00 GMTPut homeless under the bridge Spend $500 for protection.“A Christmas Carol” is one of the most hopeful and inspiring books in the English language. Charles Dickens wrote it in 1850s England, a time of great wealth and greater poverty. There’s a scene in which Ebenezer Scrooge is transported to a spot beneath a bridge, home to a family of four. It’s hard not to recall that scene as we consider what Stanislaus County and the city of Modesto are proposing for several hundred homeless people – including children. Tuesday, Stanislaus County will be asked to approve agreements to create and fund a temporary – and we emphasize that word, temporary – homeless camp in Tuolumne River Regional Park. The Tuolumne River Regional Park Commission approved the concept Monday, and the city of Modesto will be advised in its regular meeting. The camp will be beneath the Ninth Street bridge, a few hundred yards west of where roughly 425 people are currently camping – with the city’s blessing – in Beard Brook Park. Read More modbee.com 00:07:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonohomeless,bridge,modesto,county“A Christmas Carol” is one of the most hopeful and inspiring books in the English language. Charles Dickens wrote it in 1850s England, a time of great wealth an03dbc397-d9d8-40e6-b72a-1a9f4749b74c1281fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/14/mayors-review-of-community-volunteering--non-profit-committees--consultantsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/14/mayors-review-of-community-volunteering--non-profit-committees--consultants/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/14/mayors-review-of-community-volunteering--non-profit-committees--consultantsFri, 14 Dec 2018 01:00:00 GMTMayors review of community volunteering - Non-Profit Committees - ConsultantsWe no longer hire employees, we hire consultants or organize non-profits to do tasks that are not always open for bid. Government loses track and spends $16 million of your taxes withour Councils athorization or knowledge.   00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoSome people you elect outsource your vote.628bfe3a-313f-40ce-a23a-cc50e13050831280fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/12/discussion-on-the-modesto-bee-contract-with-the-city-of-modestoNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/12/discussion-on-the-modesto-bee-contract-with-the-city-of-modesto/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/12/discussion-on-the-modesto-bee-contract-with-the-city-of-modestoWed, 12 Dec 2018 01:00:00 GMTDiscussion on the Modesto Bee contract with the City of ModestoTune into tonight at 5:00pm on FM93.3.  The Mayor will be discussing both the proposed contract with Modesto Bee and the City of Modesto as well as its history.  Go to Channel 7 at 5:30 on your TV to see the Mayors commentary directly to the Council 00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoModesto Bee,Mayor Carmen sabatinoDiscussion on the Modesto Bee contract with the City of Modesto292c653c-b190-4a3a-b1d9-effaa3095b581279fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/08/the-government-model-has-changedNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/08/the-government-model-has-changed/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/08/the-government-model-has-changedSat, 08 Dec 2018 01:00:00 GMTThe government model has changed.The government model has changed. A new era of political patronage, nepotism and subcontracting is changing the face of our local government. Tune in tonight at 5:00pm FM93.3 as the mayor discusses these disturbing trends.  You can join the discussion by calling in at 209 846-1814 00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoA new era of political patronage, nepotism and subcontracting is changing the face of our local government.293650f7-b01b-436c-8ed7-9df063fcc9e71278fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/07/the-government-model-has-changedNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/07/the-government-model-has-changed/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/07/the-government-model-has-changedFri, 07 Dec 2018 01:00:00 GMTThe government model has changed.The government model has changed. A new era of political patronage, nepotism and subcontracting is changing the face of our local government. Tune in tonight at 5:00pm FM93.3 as the mayor discusses these disturbing trends.  You can join the discussion by calling in at 209 846-1814 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoThe government model has changed. A new era of political patronage, nepotism and subcontracting is changing the face of our local government. Tune in tonie39fb13c-3255-4571-86d6-d19023aa5b321277fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/06/mayor-reviews-dec-4th-council-meetingNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/06/mayor-reviews-dec-4th-council-meeting/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/06/mayor-reviews-dec-4th-council-meetingThu, 06 Dec 2018 01:00:00 GMTMayor reviews Dec 4th Council MeetingTune in tonight on FM93.3 at 5:00pm to hear the Mayor's review of the Dec 4th Council Meeting. Complete with audio clips of some of the proceedings, this is a "don't-miss" show, 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomayor,Mayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,Modesto City CouncilMayor reviews Dec 4th Council Meeting4a6e0afa-9911-464b-a12f-12f2cc1928891276fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/05/back-by-popular-demand--the-december-3rd-showNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/05/back-by-popular-demand--the-december-3rd-show/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/05/back-by-popular-demand--the-december-3rd-showWed, 05 Dec 2018 01:00:00 GMTBack by popular demand - the December 3rd show!Back by popular demand - the December 3rd show! 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoBack by popular demand - the December 3rd show!806641d5-357d-499b-8ff3-d16b7f10b8b41275fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/04/the-mayor-discusses-his-continuing-coverage-of-the-abrupt-city-auditors-exitNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/04/the-mayor-discusses-his-continuing-coverage-of-the-abrupt-city-auditors-exit/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/12/04/the-mayor-discusses-his-continuing-coverage-of-the-abrupt-city-auditors-exitTue, 04 Dec 2018 01:00:00 GMTThe Mayor discusses his continuing coverage of the abrupt City Auditor’s exit.Tune in tonight at 93.3FM at 5:00pm to review yet another dysfunction and secret back room discussions by some members of the City Council.   00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoTune in tonight at 93.3FM at 5:00pm to review yet another dysfunction and secret back room discussions by some members of the City Council.2edc89cc-3590-4ce6-8b43-332a148db56d1274fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/29/this-city-has-become-a-circus-of-incompetenceNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/29/this-city-has-become-a-circus-of-incompetence/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/29/this-city-has-become-a-circus-of-incompetenceThu, 29 Nov 2018 01:00:00 GMTThis City has become a circus of incompetence...Some mambers of the City Council have virtually abdicated their authority to the City Manager and City Attorney, allowing for millions of dollars to be spent without council knowledge and approval. The Back Story names names. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoCouncil,manager,attorney,bozo,clownLike every circus it requires Bozo the clown or clowns8a62a493-7693-4e18-b304-0cfbe2ed3b541273fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/22/false-claims-act-needed-at-city-of-modestoNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/22/false-claims-act-needed-at-city-of-modesto/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/22/false-claims-act-needed-at-city-of-modestoThu, 22 Nov 2018 01:00:00 GMTFalse claims act needed at City of ModestoDue to popilar demand, we are repeating yesterday's show 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Modesto City Council,Mayor Carmen sabatinoFalse claims act needed at City of Modesto8e4280fb-2e74-4d39-975d-bfb439503b8f1272fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/21/false-claims-act-is-needed-at-the-city-of-modestoNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/21/false-claims-act-is-needed-at-the-city-of-modesto/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/21/false-claims-act-is-needed-at-the-city-of-modestoWed, 21 Nov 2018 01:00:00 GMTFalse Claims Act is needed at the City of ModestoFalse Claims Act is needed at the City of Modesto By Mayor Carmen Sabatino November 19th, 2018 Consider the following headlines that appeared in the Modesto Bee… Modesto council poised to hire its first auditor in eight years - April 01, 2018 Why claims of racism, grand jury probe made their way into Modesto council meeting - October 10, 2018 Fraud, waste and abuse.’ Modesto auditor’s review of road project sparks controversy - October 24, 2018 All appearances point to separation between Modesto, in-house auditor - November 14th 2018 Modesto agrees to pay city auditor $225,000 to resign after several months on the job - November 16th, 2018 I personally spoke many time before council on fraud, waste - abuse most recently on November 13th, 2018 – it fell on deaf ears.   00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,Modesto City CouncilFalse Claims Act is needed at the City of Modesto800e996b-74eb-42ba-b3c6-2e19be0bbd0d1271fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/20/modesto-agrees-to-pay-city-auditor-225000-to-resignNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/20/modesto-agrees-to-pay-city-auditor-225000-to-resign/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/20/modesto-agrees-to-pay-city-auditor-225000-to-resignTue, 20 Nov 2018 01:00:00 GMTModesto agrees to pay city auditor $225,000 to resignThe Modesto City Council on Friday voted to approve an agreement that will pay Monica Houston $225,000 and end her employment as in-house auditor, a job she was hired to do less than eight months ago. Houston came to Modesto to uncover inefficiencies in city operations. Since then, she became the focus of a political fight among council members who have either scrutinized her motives or defended her qualifications and experience. The council’s vote Friday morning in a closed-session meeting was not unanimous. Councilmembers Bill Zoslocki, Doug Ridenour, Mani Grewal and Jenny Kenoyer voted direct the mayor to execute the separation agreement with Houston, according to city clerk Stephanie Lopez 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,mayor ca,Mayor Carmen sabatinoModesto agrees to pay city auditor $225,000 to resign after several months on the jobbee9b9d5-d23a-4cd9-945c-87efd4cdd3461270fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/17/the-mayor-continues-the-discussion-of-the-city-attorneyauditorNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/17/the-mayor-continues-the-discussion-of-the-city-attorneyauditor/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/17/the-mayor-continues-the-discussion-of-the-city-attorneyauditorSat, 17 Nov 2018 01:00:00 GMTThe Mayor continues the discussion of the City Attorney/AuditorTune in at 5:00PM on FM93.3 for the latest discussion surounding the City Attorney and the City Auditor 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,audiitorThe Mayor continues the discussion of the City Attorney/Auditorb6f9ad8e-7561-4f1d-a45f-3a7b2c7ef6121269fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/16/all-appearances-point-to-separation-between-modesto-in-house-auditorNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/16/all-appearances-point-to-separation-between-modesto-in-house-auditor/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/16/all-appearances-point-to-separation-between-modesto-in-house-auditorFri, 16 Nov 2018 01:00:00 GMTAll appearances point to separation between Modesto, in-house auditorTune in at 5:00om on FM93.3 for the Mayors review of the City Auditor mess.  Monica Houston on Wednesday afternoon remained employed as Modesto’s in-house auditor, however, there’s some indication that could change soon. Less than eight months ago, Houston was hired to uncover inefficiencies in city operations. Since then, she has become the focus of a political fight among council members who have either scrutinized her motives or defended her qualifications and experience.On Wednesday morning, The Modesto Bee sent a message to Houston’s city e-mail address and received an automatic reply: “Please be advised that I am no longer with the City of Modesto.” 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,auditorAll appearances point to separation between Modesto, in-house auditor0d181aff-749f-46e0-ac11-af359eb6953d1268fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/15/20-million-in-legal-fees-9-million-to-city-attorneys-firmNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/15/20-million-in-legal-fees-9-million-to-city-attorneys-firm/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/15/20-million-in-legal-fees-9-million-to-city-attorneys-firmThu, 15 Nov 2018 01:00:00 GMT$20 million in legal fees… $9 million to city attorney’s firmThe Modesto City Council hired more than they bargained for in their selection of Monica Houston as the city auditor because she is competent, ethical, and courageous.  The council and the City Attorney are searching for ways to get rid of her. Mayor Sabatino demands that the California State Bar investigate City Attorney Adam Lindgren to determine how Modesto has paid over $20 million in legal since 2014 Mayor Sabatino holds Mayor Ted Brandvold and Council accountable for covering up illegal conduct and mass conflicts of interest in creating a dysfunctional government On October 10th the Bee reported Brandvold said, “Our city is broken, and we must take appropriate steps to fix it” Brandvold has George Petrulakis as his chief of staff. And they call this democracy…a history lesson Here is the history of Stanislaus Co. Sheriffs “elections” Retiring Sheriff Dan Kelsey endorsed Lynn Wood for Sheriff and he wins. Lynn Wood retired early and appointed Fred Woods interim Sheriff. Fred Woods then ran as incumbent Sheriff and won. Fred Woods retired early and appointed Jim Trevena interim Sheriff. Jim Trevena then ran as incumbent Sheriff and won Jim Trevena retired and endorsed Les Weidman who ran for Sheriff and Weidman won. Les Weidman retired and endorsed Adam Christianson and he won. Adam Christianson retires endorses Jeff Dirkse and he wins.00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,modesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,City of Modesto,SheriffThe Modesto City Council hired more than they bargained for in their selection of Monica Houston as the city auditor because she is competent, ethical, and cour152ea8bc-af04-4a97-b3f7-3d5b1e9b60b41267fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/10/josh-harder-interviewNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/10/josh-harder-interview/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/10/josh-harder-interviewSat, 10 Nov 2018 01:00:00 GMTOct 8th replay due to popular demand. Due to popular demand, we are replaying last nights show. 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,josh harderDue to popular demand, we are replaying last nights show.c41db357-a66d-4ea5-9566-426d370548b61266fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/09/the-city-of-modesto-has-paid-20-million-dollars-for-legal-workNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/09/the-city-of-modesto-has-paid-20-million-dollars-for-legal-work/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/09/the-city-of-modesto-has-paid-20-million-dollars-for-legal-workFri, 09 Nov 2018 01:00:00 GMTThe City of Modesto has paid $20 million dollars for legal workFrom 2014 to April of this year, The City of Modesto has paid $20 million dollars in legal fees. City Attorney Adam Lingren has been paid $9 million. The City may not have the public records within the 10 day limit suggested by law. Go to http://www.backstorynews.com  and subscribe with our Pal Pay button.The Back Story News is a good journalistic value. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,legalFrom 2014 to April of this year, The City of Modesto has paid $20 million dollars281f077e-c2d5-412a-8fa0-bd6e998ee22a1265fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/08/polling-problems-lead-to-rare-emergency-hearing-in-stanislaus-countyNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/08/polling-problems-lead-to-rare-emergency-hearing-in-stanislaus-county/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/08/polling-problems-lead-to-rare-emergency-hearing-in-stanislaus-countyThu, 08 Nov 2018 01:00:00 GMTPolling problems lead to rare emergency hearing in Stanislaus County In a rare, last-minute legal pitch to keep polls throughout Stanislaus County open longer was denied by a Superior Court judge shortly before polls closed at 8 p.m. Stanislaus Superior Court Judge Robert Westbrook turned down the request to provide more time for voting. About a dozen polling places ran out of the pink envelopes used to designate provisional ballots and in some cases voters were told they had to go elsewhere to vote, said Lisa Battista, a Modesto attorney who organized a group of about 50 election observers in Stanislaus County through the auspices of the California Democratic Party. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,stanis,Stanislaus countyIn a rare, last-minute legal pitch to keep polls throughout Stanislaus County open longer was denied by a Superior Court judge shortly before polls closed at 8756e95e6-29b8-4905-ada6-1d496512565e1264fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/07/election-night-2018-coverageNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/07/election-night-2018-coverage/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/07/election-night-2018-coverageWed, 07 Nov 2018 02:00:00 GMTElection Night 2018 CoverageThe Back Story, Democracy Now! & The Intercept are teaming up to host a live midterm election night special. On Tuesday, November 6, as polls close around the country, Democracy Now!’s Amy Goodman, Juan González and Nermeen Shaikh will be joined by The Intercept’s Jeremy Scahill to host a rolling roundtable discussion with guests across the country. In addition to real-time election returns, we will focus on some of the nation’s most contested races and ballot initiatives. A record number of women and people of color are running for every level of elected office. We’ll also be examining the issues and movements at the heart of these midterm elections and the state of U.S. democracy two years into the Trump presidency. 02:23:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonoelection,Mayor Carmen sabatino,modesElection Night 2018 Coverage with Democracy Now! 93.3 & The Intercept2c3ed119-ccf8-4877-b499-9a84d49bfbc51263fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/06/what-to-look-for-as-stanislaus-county-residents-prepare-to-go-to-the-pollsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/06/what-to-look-for-as-stanislaus-county-residents-prepare-to-go-to-the-polls/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/06/what-to-look-for-as-stanislaus-county-residents-prepare-to-go-to-the-pollsTue, 06 Nov 2018 01:00:00 GMTTune into live election coverage - A blend of local & national reports On Tuesday, November 6th from 6PM to 9PM call into the Back Story news at 209 846-1814, or use our Chat Room for your comments on the 2018 Midterm elections.   We will have reporters at the elections office and at the various candidate headquarters.   Our local elections are some of the most watched in the country (Denham/Harder).  00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,Stanislaus county,votingOn Tuesday, November 6th from 6PM to 9PM call into the Back Story news at 209 846-1814, or use our Chat Room for your comments on the 2018 Midterm elections.6867d443-e0fd-49f3-9d0b-b07811c92a151262fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/03/tonight-at-500-at-fm933-guest-warren-yates-returns-to-discuss-district-attornNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/03/tonight-at-500-at-fm933-guest-warren-yates-returns-to-discuss-district-attorn/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/03/tonight-at-500-at-fm933-guest-warren-yates-returns-to-discuss-district-attornSat, 03 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMTTonight at 5:00 at FM93.3, guest Warren Yates returns to discuss DATonight at 5:00 at FM93.3, guest Warren Yates returns to discuss District Attorney Fladager’s  “win at all costs, even the truth” approach prosecuting the Carson Trial    01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,District Attorney,warren yatesTonight at 5:00 at FM93.3, guest Warren Yates returns to discuss District Attorney Fladager’s  “win at all costs, even the truth” approach prosecuting the Carso87a4d150-b7fe-4cfe-9e8a-fd0d3df88d611261fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/02/das-office-in-turmoil-time-for-fresh-startNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/02/das-office-in-turmoil-time-for-fresh-start/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/02/das-office-in-turmoil-time-for-fresh-startFri, 02 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMTDA’s office in turmoil, time for fresh startTune into FM93.3 at 5:00 - what has changed?  Clarification: Stanislaus County District Attorney Birgit Fladager pointed out that judges and technological problems contributed to those delays (true), and since January of 2017 more than 50 homicide cases have been closed. The story below has been updated with the correct information. It sounds like a lot of people are picking on Stanislaus County District Attorney Birgit Fladager, rest assured they are. Unfortunately, she has brought a lot of those attacks on herself. Fladager is facing the most serious challenge to her 12-year tenure as DA – and it’s coming from all sides. That’s a debate we’d like to hear more of in November – from John Mayne and Patrick Kolasinski - again what has changed? 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modestoDA’s office in turmoil, time for fresh start0ecc54a0-27b4-497e-aac0-4758360ec4151260fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/01/bee-editor-dunbar-cant-make-up-his-mindNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/01/bee-editor-dunbar-cant-make-up-his-mind/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/11/01/bee-editor-dunbar-cant-make-up-his-mindThu, 01 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMTBEE EDITOR DUNBAR CAN'T MAKE UP HIS MINDThe Bee fears DA Fladager power and may be backing down on publishing final  endorsement after endorsing  other DA candidates. 00:46:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoThe Bee fears DA Fladager power and may be backing down on publishing final  endorsement after endorsing  other DA candidates.84fcb6b0-4735-4f40-a42e-1ca8dac265731259fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/31/mayor-sabatino-record-ignored-by-people-who-abused-their-power-and-meansNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/31/mayor-sabatino-record-ignored-by-people-who-abused-their-power-and-means/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/31/mayor-sabatino-record-ignored-by-people-who-abused-their-power-and-meansWed, 31 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTMayor Sabatino record ignored by people who abused their power and meansModesto leases exceeded spending limits; fixes aim to prevent future problems BY ROSALIO AHUMADA rahumada@modbee.com October 25, 2018 03:41 PM Updated October 25, 2018 04:09 PM Modesto officials have found lease agreements that exceeded city council spending limits, including nearly $500,000 in rental fees for a modular trailer that’s been used at a work site since 2003. The discrepancies also included the leases of water well sites that were approved by the city council four years ago. Reports and resolutions submitted to the council at the time did not include $24,000 in estimated increases for Consumer Price Index and tax payments. Modesto’s Finance Department discovered these discrepancies as the city conducted a comprehensive review of its past and current contracting and purchasing. The Modesto City Council on Tuesday evening unanimously approved a resolution to fix the discrepancies.   When the rental agreement was first established, the annual amount in rental fees for the modular trailer was less than $50,000 and only required approval from the city manager. When the total rental fees exceeded the $50,000 limit, the rental agreement was not returned to the city council for approval. 01:22:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonorental,agreement,city,councilThe truth cannot hurt the corrupt if it is kept in the dark75f4bf91-b76c-47fe-8268-dbfbf35740b71258fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/30/a-conversation-with-brian-clarkNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/30/a-conversation-with-brian-clark/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/30/a-conversation-with-brian-clarkTue, 30 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTA conversation with Brian ClarkA brief conversation with new Modesto Bee Editor, Brian Clark, proved to be most enlightening for me despite the wide gap of experience between us. He had a great deal to tell me. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoModesto Bee,modesto,Mayor Carmen sabatinoA conversation with Brian Clarkfe42fd6a-a6e9-4433-ba82-bd30d6313b141257fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/26/city-must-be-held-to-financial-accountabilityNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/26/city-must-be-held-to-financial-accountability/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/26/city-must-be-held-to-financial-accountabilityFri, 26 Oct 2018 21:00:00 GMTCity must be held to financial accountabilityModesto leases exceeded spending limits; fixes aim to prevent future problems BY ROSALIO AHUMADA rahumada@modbee.com October 25, 2018 03:41 PM Updated October 25, 2018 04:09 PM Modesto officials have found lease agreements that exceeded city council spending limits, including nearly $500,000 in rental fees for a modular trailer that’s been used at a work site since 2003. The discrepancies also included the leases of water well sites that were approved by the city council four years ago. Reports and resolutions submitted to the council at the time did not include $24,000 in estimated increases for Consumer Price Index and tax payments. Modesto’s Finance Department discovered these discrepancies as the city conducted a comprehensive review of its past and current contracting and purchasing. The Modesto City Council on Tuesday evening unanimously approved a resolution to fix the discrepancies. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonofinance,contracting,modesto,officalsCouncilmembers call them mistakes, but it is stealing from taxpayers.a40db4c8-fc82-42d8-87e9-2fdad3cc4fd21256fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/26/fraud-waste-and-abuse-modesto-auditors-reviewNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/26/fraud-waste-and-abuse-modesto-auditors-review/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/26/fraud-waste-and-abuse-modesto-auditors-reviewFri, 26 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTFraud, waste and abuse.’ Modesto auditor’s review...Tune into tonight at FM93.3 - The Modesto City Council cut ties with its first auditor on grounds he didn’t uncover wasteful spending. The current auditor is in hot water with top city officials perhaps because she’s doing too much. Top city officials started to scrutinize the work of auditor Monica Houston two weeks after she advised the city, in a July 19 memo, not to use the Meyers Nave law firm for eminent domain legal services for the Highway 132 realignment. In her memo to city Audit Committee members, Houston said it could expose the city to risk of fraud, waste and abuse. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,auditor,modesto‘Fraud, waste and abuse.’ Modesto auditor’s review of road project sparks controversy6aedf4ff-ed1f-41a4-96a3-e933fb192cb11255fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/25/guest-warren-yates-returns-to-discuss-current-issuesNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/25/guest-warren-yates-returns-to-discuss-current-issues/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/25/guest-warren-yates-returns-to-discuss-current-issuesThu, 25 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTGuest Warren Yates returns to discuss current issuesTune in at 5:00 at FM93.3 as Guest Warren Yates returns to revisit the Modesto Chamber as well as look at the Deham/Harder race through the lens of national discussions of abolishing ICE 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,ice,chamber of commerceGuest Warren Yates returns to discuss current issues6b1bc272-692a-442d-b11e-ac11987230fb1254fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/24/josh-harder-interviewNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/24/josh-harder-interview/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/24/josh-harder-interviewWed, 24 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTJosh Harder interviewJosh Harder interview 00:43:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoJosh Harder interviewc034931b-d5c0-44d3-99cb-8d8137a8641f1253fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/23/does-mcclatchy-evaluate-the-modesto-beeNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/23/does-mcclatchy-evaluate-the-modesto-bee/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/23/does-mcclatchy-evaluate-the-modesto-beeTue, 23 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTDoes McClatchy evaluate the Modesto Bee?BY CRAIG FORMAN         This isn’t fake news. It’s local news, and it still matters McClatchy president and CEO October 21, 2018 02:30 AM Updated 2 hours 22 minutes ago The search for truth, the encouragement to ask questions and the freedom to debate the answers are things that our communities hold dear. These things matter. And in many ways, they bind us. They are central to the future of media as we navigate today’s environment. It’s an environment that is fractured both in terms of multiple platforms for content and fractured, more figuratively, by the threat that comes from those who claim that not just the new business model but news itself is broken. Fixed. Fake. And those who dispense it are enemies of the people. 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonocraig,forman,modesto,beeCraig Forman McClatchy CEO needs the Back Story088912fd-fb1a-4b48-adfd-db90946019651252fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/20/mayor-reviews-past-weeks-newsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/20/mayor-reviews-past-weeks-news/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/20/mayor-reviews-past-weeks-newsSat, 20 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTMayor reviews past weeks newsMayor reviews past weeks news 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor reviews past weeks newse9c5e876-482e-42f1-9593-e20c0f07ac971251fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/19/tune-into-933-5pmNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/19/tune-into-933-5pm/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/19/tune-into-933-5pmFri, 19 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTTune into 93.3 @ 5PM Tune into 93.3 @ 5PM to hear the Mayor discuss next months election .  Guest Warrren Yates is on for the discussion. "Mayor Carmen Sabatino - If Mike Zagaris and George Petrulakis can put Tony Madrigal on the Board of Supervisors, they will appoint someone else to the City Council seat"   00:59:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modestoTune into 93.3 @ 5PM to hear the Mayor discuss next months election .  Guest Warrren Yates is on for the discussion. "Mayor Carmen Sabatino - If Mike Zagari8cad8670-7c7f-4a75-baef-53316b6f3ed11250fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/17/league-of-women-voters-of-stanislaus-county-tuesday-october-16-2018-stanislausNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/17/league-of-women-voters-of-stanislaus-county-tuesday-october-16-2018-stanislaus/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/17/league-of-women-voters-of-stanislaus-county-tuesday-october-16-2018-stanislausWed, 17 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTLEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF STANISLAUS COUNTY Tuesday, October 16, 2018 StanislausLEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF STANISLAUS COUNTY Tuesday, October 16, 2018 Stanislaus County District Attorney Debate at 7:30 pm. City/County Chambers 1010 10 St or Channel  7 Modesto Bee endorsed John Mayne and Patrick Kolasinski in the primary and ignored Fladager  Bee ignores Forums ALSO the mayor will discuss Federal Prosecutor Brown wanted to to charge DA investigator Alan Gallagher.  Fladager said she will handle it herself as it would embarrass the DA's office.  Gallagher remained on the job for two years with pay and was allowed to retire.  He was never charged. 00:59:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatinoLEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF STANISLAUS COUNTY Tuesday, October 16, 2018 Stanislaus County District Attorney Debate at 7:30 pm. ld450f52e-c3e8-4217-8345-13bd33d4d4041249fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/16/modesto-auditor-scandalNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/16/modesto-auditor-scandal/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/16/modesto-auditor-scandalTue, 16 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTModesto Auditor ScandalIn an effort to help sort out the individuals involved with the current dysfunctional environment within the City Council, we have assembled a list of the parties involved.  Join the Mayor as he starts sorting the whos-who of the current scandal. 5:00PM at 93.3FM 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,racismModesto Auditor Scandal67d56e4b-ebba-4a21-a806-78accbfad5c11248fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/12/coming-at-1100am-on-933fm--grand-jury-probe-of-modesto-financesNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/12/coming-at-1100am-on-933fm--grand-jury-probe-of-modesto-finances/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/12/coming-at-1100am-on-933fm--grand-jury-probe-of-modesto-financesFri, 12 Oct 2018 18:00:00 GMTComing at 11:00am on 93.3FM - grand jury probe of Modesto FinancesComing at 11:00 AM on 93.3FM - The Back Story Call 846-1814 Gand Jury probe of Modesto Finances overdue...will it be enough? Warren Yates discusses the fact that the Bee did not endorse Birgit Fladager Can Fladager assist the Grand Jury investigation? Josh Harder interview at 12:00 01:45:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoGrand Jury probe of Modesto Finances overdue...will it be enough?852797e2-03cf-47cc-a0bf-1a16feebc8a71247fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/12/fireworks-and-revelation-at-the-city-council-meetingNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/12/fireworks-and-revelation-at-the-city-council-meeting/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/12/fireworks-and-revelation-at-the-city-council-meetingFri, 12 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTFireworks and revelation at the City Council meeting The October 9th City Council meeting provided lots of fireworks that proved you can’t put worms back in the can.  Items such as overspending, the city manager and the auditor have proved to be far from resolved: The City auditor appears to have a target on her back for simply doing her job. With claims of racism in the air – we don’t see the long awaiting auditor freedom to do her job anytime soon.  With accusations of racism in the air, let’s hope it does not prevent the public from ever knowing the “WHO”, in the overspending scandal. Mayor Ted Brandvold reported that the City falsified documents and delayed notifying him of a Grand Jury looking  into the $16 million dollar purchasing scandal Accusations that the city staffers falsified document regarding funding from the US Department of Housing and Urban development. Kenoyer said the mayor made “severe allegations” against people who sit on the council dais, and the city needs to investigate the allegations made against the city manager. She said the over-spending is an old issue, and she questioned the mayor’s motives for discussing it Tuesday. With hopes of a functional City Council dashed on the rocks, it seems we are going to be revising the “sins of the past’ all over again.  I guess the Council Retreat was much ado about nothing. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatinoFireworks and revelation at the City Council meeting776b3c85-56ec-43ec-b0b9-63ca76e896521246fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/11/what-happens-if-da-fladager-is-not-electedNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/11/what-happens-if-da-fladager-is-not-elected/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/11/what-happens-if-da-fladager-is-not-electedThu, 11 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTWHAT HAPPENS IF DA FLADAGER IS NOT ELECTED?Stanislaus County District Attorney Birgit Fladager is the subject of an ongoing federal criminal investigation, says criminal defense attorney and DA candidate Frank Carson. Fladager said the claims are a “Flat out lie.” Fladager attempted to cover up the fact that one of her investigators provided an informant with weapons taken from federal custody, and then told the informant of an impending federal search. Fladager then “headed off” a federal investigation, intervening on Gallagher’s behalf. Fladager allegedly said that a federal investigation would devastate the District Attorney’s Office.     01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonofladager,carson,gallagher,federalDA Fladager works for the People of Power and Means who give money and support for protection.59970bf4-e092-496e-a93c-ef0075374eae1245fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/10/fladager-to-take-care-of-possible-investigator-federal-indictment-june-12-2016Newshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/10/fladager-to-take-care-of-possible-investigator-federal-indictment-june-12-2016/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/10/fladager-to-take-care-of-possible-investigator-federal-indictment-june-12-2016Wed, 10 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTFLADAGER TO TAKE CARE OF POSSIBLE INVESTIGATOR FEDERAL INDICTMENT June 12, 2016Stanislaus County District Attorney Birgit Fladager is the subject of an ongoing federal criminal investigation, criminal defense attorney and DA candidate Frank Carson claims. The allegation came during a press conference held in Modesto’s Tenth Street Place Thursday night. Carson says Fladager attempted to cover up the fact that one of her investigators provided an informant with weapons taken from federal custody, and then told the informant of an impending federal search. 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonofladager,carson,vendetta,da,investigatorAttorney Frank Carson being prosecuted in a political vendetta.94ec737e-04a6-4b53-bd9c-48006374c5511244fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/09/mayor-discusses-aaron-gallagerNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/09/mayor-discusses-aaron-gallager/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/09/mayor-discusses-aaron-gallagerTue, 09 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTMayor discusses Aaron Gallagher and the Carson case. The FBI and the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department launched an investigation of Gallagher, according to a Feb. 19, 2009, letter from Lawrence G. Brown, then the acting U.S. attorney for the Sacramento area. The letter was sent to Fladager detailing the reasons why federal prosecutors chose not to file charges against Gallagher. Federal prosecutors believed Gallagher lied to investigators to cover up his actions, according to Brown’s letter. “While the FBI investigation has revealed serious misconduct on the part of Lieutenant Gallagher, given the available evidence and the circumstances of the case, we do not believe that this office could convince a jury to convict Lieutenant Gallagher,” Brown wrote in the letter to Fladager. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,District Attorney,Stanislaus countyThe FBI and the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department launched an investigation of Gallagher, according to a Feb. 19, 2009, letter from Lawrence G. Brown, the0b10a6f5-82f3-4534-bcaa-514cc3e6b1b71243fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/06/warren-yates-discusses-da-john-maynes-plans-for-the-district-attorneys-officeNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/06/warren-yates-discusses-da-john-maynes-plans-for-the-district-attorneys-office/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/06/warren-yates-discusses-da-john-maynes-plans-for-the-district-attorneys-officeSat, 06 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTWarren Yates discusses DA John Mayne's plans for the DA Office, Mayor airs Josh Harder interview Warren Yates discusses DA John Mayne's plans for the District Attorney's Office and the Mayor airs his interviews with Josh Harder. 01:26:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,mayor carmen sabat,josh harderWarren Yates discusses DA John Mayne's plans for the District Attorney's Office and the Mayor airs his interviews with Josh Harder.16b8cfa4-6999-400c-9ce7-07ae42830ee81242fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/05/discussing-the-post-election-financial-activity-between-howze-denhamNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/05/discussing-the-post-election-financial-activity-between-howze-denham/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/05/discussing-the-post-election-financial-activity-between-howze-denhamFri, 05 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTDiscussing the post-election financial activity between Howze & DenhamTune in at 5:00PM FM -  The Mayor will be discussing the post-election financial activity between Howze & Denham 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,Stanislaus county,howze,DenhamDiscussing the post-election financial activity between Howze & Denham2d83b31e-e534-4df4-9b31-5eef77ec91be1241fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/04/wells-fargo--the-citys-lost-opportunityNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/04/wells-fargo--the-citys-lost-opportunity/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/04/wells-fargo--the-citys-lost-opportunityThu, 04 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTWells Fargo - the City's lost opportunityWells Fargo latest fine is $2.1billion DATELINE:  June 10, 2015 I made the following request to the Modesto City Council: To: Mayor Marsh, the Modesto city Council, and city clerk Lopez From: Carmen Sabatino, Mayor, and The Back Story Attached are two articles alleging unlawful fraudulent conduct on the part of Wells Fargo Bank I am requesting that the city of Modesto join the city of Los Angeles in this lawsuit. It will be of benefit to the citizens of Modesto who are victims of Wells Fargo Bank, and perhaps prevent the bank from victimizing other citizens.  The cost is minimal and the benefits are great.  Thank you in advance for your prompt action in bringing this request to the attention of the entire Council for a vote. The request was ignored.  To this day, Fraudulent account activity by Wells Fargo continues in Modesto.  Council action would have prevented over two years of financial fraud against its citizens. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoWells Fargo,Mayor Carmen sabatino,modestoWells Fargo - the City's lost opportunitybcd9e1f7-d487-47ec-a858-6151f0c53cba1240fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/03/relax-justiceNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/03/relax-justice/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/03/relax-justiceWed, 03 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTRelax Justice Relax Justice Special guest Warren Yates 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,Stanislaus countyRelax Justice Special guest Warren Yates434eb7f4-4f15-42a1-89a7-063ed5ab9e8e1239fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/02/district-attorney-historical-reviewNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/02/district-attorney-historical-review/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/10/02/district-attorney-historical-reviewTue, 02 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMTDistrict Attorney historical reviewTune in to 93.3 FM @5:00pm for FAST DA FACTS  Replaced Brazelton who retired in 2005 with a year remaining in his term Fladager, fresh off of a huge win in the Scott Peterson case, ran to replace Brazelton in 2006. She won 3 terms running for 4th 18.7 million dollar budget 120 employees Supplementing budget using public safety dollarsTHINGS the Modesto Bee says…EDITORIAL BOARD on January 07, 2017 - Judge’s ire signals Stanislaus County District Attorney’s Office in disarray.... (tune in to hear the rest...)00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,Stanislaus county,District AttorneyTune in to 93.3 FM @5:00pm for FAST DA FACTS  Replaced Brazelton who retired in 2005 with a year remaining in his term Fladager, fresh off of a huge win ine438dd41-6371-4c77-b2e9-89c464a3786d1238fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/29/it-isnt-over-until-its-overNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/29/it-isnt-over-until-its-over/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/29/it-isnt-over-until-its-overSat, 29 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTIt isn't over until it's over"Ex- mayor doesn't know when to fold 'em, spurns DA'S offer.." by Jeff Jardine now retired columnist for the Modesto Bee 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonojardine,spurnsEx-mayor Sabatino misses Jeff Jardine's columns. Cartoon fonts are too small for Mayor Sabatino.6f8d6446-e331-4118-b966-6a9647e869ed1237fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/28/day-of-disgraceNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/28/day-of-disgrace/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/28/day-of-disgraceFri, 28 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTDAY OF DISGRACECOMMUNICATION IS MUCH TOO FAST TO CREAATE UNDERSTANDING. 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonodisgrace,communication,governmentHOW MANY DAYS OF DISGRACE CAN OUR GOVERNMENT INFLICT?DD10863b33-27c4-489a-bbf7-5eb4d42708dc1236fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/27/protecting-elections-is-crucialNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/27/protecting-elections-is-crucial/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/27/protecting-elections-is-crucialThu, 27 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTProtecting elections is crucialBY VIC FAZIO AND STEVE KUYKENDALL September 24, 2018 12:05 PM Last Thursday’s debate during The Modesto Bee’s editorial board between Rep. Jeff Denham and Democratic challenger Josh Harder covered a wide range of important issues facing California’s 10th District, from water scarcity to common-sense immigration reform. But the candidates were noticeably silent on one critical issue: protecting our elections. 01:29:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonoelections,harder,denham,reformElections are the very essence of our democracy7ffbb75d-6f78-4a3c-b8cb-d294dc2392de1235fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/26/yet-another-story-the-modesto-bee-wont-tell-youNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/26/yet-another-story-the-modesto-bee-wont-tell-you/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/26/yet-another-story-the-modesto-bee-wont-tell-youWed, 26 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTYet another story the Modesto Bee won’t tell you...Mayor Carmen Sabatino - September 25th, 2018  (See the video at http://www.backstorynews.com/yet-another-story-the-bee-didnt-catch/ Another story the Modesto Bee won’t tell you… At 6:00am on 941 McHenry Ave, armed assailants pulled up next to T&N Plumbing at and conducted a violent, premeditated assault on the property and two employees of the business. The crime was so brash, the criminals not only conducted the crimes in broad daylight, and they parked right next to the T&N Plumbing (in a late model white 4 door sedan). 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomayor,sabatino,plumbingnor will they do anything about itde8fc773-3cc3-4a98-ac00-1ed6865824331234fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/25/tune-in-to-fm933-at-500pm-why-would-you-vote-for-da-fladager-and-moreNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/25/tune-in-to-fm933-at-500pm-why-would-you-vote-for-da-fladager-and-more/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/25/tune-in-to-fm933-at-500pm-why-would-you-vote-for-da-fladager-and-moreTue, 25 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTTune in to FM93.3 at 5:00pm! Why would you vote for DA Fladager, and more... Tune in to FM93.3 at 5:00pm!  Some topics tonight are: Why would you vote for DA Fladager? Homeless to the dog park. Mayor Sabatino’s comments on Modesto Bee Editor Brian Clark. Comments by Private Investigator Warren Yates     01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,Stanislaus countyTune in to FM93.3 at 5:00pm!  Some topics tonight are: Why would you vote for DA Fladager? Homeless to the dog park. Mayor Sabatino’s comments on Mode9f428da9-81e2-4902-b160-54134a4663221233fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/22/mayors-friday-review-of-the-weeks-newsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/22/mayors-friday-review-of-the-weeks-news/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/22/mayors-friday-review-of-the-weeks-newsSat, 22 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTMayor's Friday review of the week's News Mayor's Friday review of the week's News Court: It’s no crime for homeless to sleep outside when shelter is not an option Court forces city to create camping at Beard Brook Farmers really believe in Denham if Trump covers their losses.   Trump makes Denham feel needed. for his 97.5% voting support. The Back Story 93.3 FM  846.1814  00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,stanislaus,Stanislaus countyMayor's Friday review of the week's News Court: It’s no crime for homeless to sleep outside when shelter is not an option Court forces city to create campin36bdb29d-ac6f-42ee-b40c-1af433f4c7f01232fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/21/how-much-more-money-will-the-supervisors-give-fladagerNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/21/how-much-more-money-will-the-supervisors-give-fladager/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/21/how-much-more-money-will-the-supervisors-give-fladagerFri, 21 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTHow much more money will the Supervisors give Fladager?City drops ceremony for opening of dog park in Beard Brook Park Perhaps they could plan a ceremony when the park is opened for the homeless. Display the tents, beds, water stations, portable bathrooms, and security plans. Salvation Army and Gospel Mission could host features. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonohomeless,beard,brook,park,fladagerWhat is Fladager's contribution dealng with crime among the homeless?96dc5b82-0e0b-47a7-b22a-ebc76331cc391231fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/20/what-happens-if-da-fladager-is-not-electedNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/20/what-happens-if-da-fladager-is-not-elected/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/20/what-happens-if-da-fladager-is-not-electedThu, 20 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTWHAT HAPPENS IF DA FLADAGER IS NOT ELECTED?What happens if Fladager is not elected? Want to know where Denham, Harder stand? They’ll tell us on Thursday BY THE MODESTO BEE EDITORIAL BOARD  Modesto opens up Beard Brook Park to the homeless BY KEVIN VALINE THE BACK STORY 93.3 FM AT FIVE AND CALL 846-1814 01:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoFLADAGER,DENHAM,HARDER,VALINEIt's happening locally. DA Fladager works for the People of Power and Means who give money and support.e1111bf1-30f0-42eb-8e88-900ef22402f71230fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/19/how-would-you-define-our-democracyNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/19/how-would-you-define-our-democracy/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/19/how-would-you-define-our-democracyWed, 19 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTHOW WOULD YOU DEFINE OUR DEMOCRACY?IT'S CALLED OLIGARCHY.. WARREN YATES WRITES AN ARTICLE ON THE RECORD OF DA BIRGIT FLADAGER. WHAT HAPPENED ON DECEMBER 22, 2016? 01:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoWARREN YATES,FLADAGER,PEOPLE,POWER,MEANSIt's happening locally. DA Fladager works for the People of Power and Means who give money and support.56f867ae-309f-4b01-90e7-0fc14ac4eb5a1229fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/18/back-story-fills-in-facts-the-bee-will-not-reportNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/18/back-story-fills-in-facts-the-bee-will-not-report/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/18/back-story-fills-in-facts-the-bee-will-not-reportTue, 18 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTBACK STORY FILLS IN FACTS THE BEE WILL NOT REPORTThe StanislausTaxpayersAssociation.com The opinion editor of the Modesto Bee rejects Viewpoint articles from the former Mayor of Modesto and gives access to Dave Thomas propaganda. The Stanislaus Taxpayers Association has been suspended by the State of California.  Its website has lapsed as well, and the domain belongs to Mayor Carmen Sabatino, publisher of the Back Story who plans to retire the name. Stanislaus Supervisor Olsen arrested in Sacramento County on suspicion of DUI The word “suspicion’ may be too kind as used by a Bee editor or her attorney. The Back Story will be on the scene. The defeat of DA Fladager is possible if her record is exposed. A veteran DA in her office, John Mayne, is willing to tell the truth and take the risk of what happens to his career if he should be unsuccessful. 01:29:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoOLSEN,THOMAS,FLADAGEERIt's happening locally. DA Fladager works for the People of Power and Means who give money and support.23d46547-47dc-4c5e-9597-34a4c046f75e1228fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/15/you-should-know-the-back-storyNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/15/you-should-know-the-back-story/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/15/you-should-know-the-back-storySat, 15 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTYou should know the Back StoryThe StanislausTaxpayersAssociation.com The opinion editor of the Modesto Bee rejects Viewpoint articles from the former Mayor of Modesto and gives access to Dave Thomas propaganda. The Stanislaus Taxpayers Association has been suspended by the State of California.  Its website has lapsed as well, and the domain belongs to Mayor Carmen Sabatino, publisher of the Back Story who plans to retire the name. Stanislaus Supervisor Olsen arrested in Sacramento County on suspicion of DUI The word “suspicion’ may be too kind as used by a Bee editor or her attorney. The Back Story will be on the scene. The defeat of DA Fladager is possible if her record is exposed. A veteran DA in her office, John Mayne, is willing to tell the truth and take the risk of what happens to his career if he should be unsuccessful.   01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,mayor carmen sabatino,stanislausYou should know the Back Story7bf2d583-da3d-44e2-804a-9495b1e116da1227fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/14/da-birgit-fladager-prosecutes-critics-and-defends-political-favoritesNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/14/da-birgit-fladager-prosecutes-critics-and-defends-political-favorites/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/14/da-birgit-fladager-prosecutes-critics-and-defends-political-favoritesFri, 14 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTDA Birgit Fladager prosecutes critics and defends political favorites.We do have a "swamp" in Stanislaus County and Fladager must win to keep it safe. Uncaring or fearful citizens must realize they have a secret vote that could end corruption. Deny the corrupt your money and your good name.  Accept the reality that nothing will change until we change our corrupt officials. Who will tell you that corruption does not exist. What has Fladager done except allow criminals to help themselves to the public treasury. Do you know that People of Power and Means join clubs to laugh and celebrate while you don't care.      00:33:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonofladager,corrupt,swampIt's happening locally. DA Fladager works for the People of Power and Means who give money and support.8541b1ca-e410-49ae-b53b-dcb37ac0cec01226fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/13/the-mayor-responds-to-mike-zagaris-and-his-activities-against-the-mayorNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/13/the-mayor-responds-to-mike-zagaris-and-his-activities-against-the-mayor/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/13/the-mayor-responds-to-mike-zagaris-and-his-activities-against-the-mayorThu, 13 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTWho paid for the Zagaris Dossier?The Mayor responds to MIke Zagaris and his activities against the Mayor over the years. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoThe Mayor responds to MIke Zagaris and his activities against the Mayor over the years.926125e4-ab95-4bda-8ba5-c8caf15ad7271225fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/12/the-mayor-reviews-current-events-escalon--modestoNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/12/the-mayor-reviews-current-events-escalon--modesto/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/12/the-mayor-reviews-current-events-escalon--modestoWed, 12 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTThe mayor reviews current events, Escalon - ModestoThe mayor reviews current events and discusses the situation surrounding Escalon Police giving a ride to a Homeless couple.  Escalon’s city manager has responded to Modesto and Stanislaus County’s claims that its officers dumped two homeless people in Modesto by saying they have engaged in “blatant political grandstanding being waged at our expense” and not treating Escalon’s police chief with professional courtesy. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoThe mayor reviews current events and discusses the situation surrounding Escalon Police giving a ride to a Homeless couple.5e96e627-9edb-4791-9dab-bd631db98d301224fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/11/the-stanislaus-taxpayers-association-and-measure-l-oversight-commissionNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/11/the-stanislaus-taxpayers-association-and-measure-l-oversight-commission/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/11/the-stanislaus-taxpayers-association-and-measure-l-oversight-commissionTue, 11 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTThe Stanislaus Taxpayer’s Association and Measure L oversight commission.FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Date: 9/10/2018 Subject: The Stanislaus Taxpayer’s Association and Measure L oversight commission. Who is watching who? City staff? Measure L Commission? Modesto Chamber of Commerce? Stanislaus Council of Governments? Modesto City Council? Modesto Bee? Tune in The Back Story at 5:00pm on FM93.3, or call 846.1814  The Mayor will review current events and discuss last week’s tense council meeting with sound clips from Mayor Sabatino, Janice Keating, and Dave Thomas. Keating and Thomas were being dismissed but they helped pass Measure L and demand input on how to spend our money.   Contact Former Mayor Sabatino Email: mayor@backstorynews.com 421 McHenry Ave Modesto, CA 95354 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modestoThe Stanislaus Taxpayer’s Association and Measure L oversight commission.52fd86f5-b892-465a-8bc0-2b43dd8583151223fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/06/tuesdays-council-meeting-shows-that-government-is-dysfunctionalNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/06/tuesdays-council-meeting-shows-that-government-is-dysfunctional/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/06/tuesdays-council-meeting-shows-that-government-is-dysfunctionalThu, 06 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTTuesday's Council meeting shows that government is dysfunctionalThe Modesto City Council on Tuesday night unanimously voted to reject a recommendation to repeal an ordinance that created a commission to oversee Measure L sales tax spending to improve traffic conditions throughout Stanislaus County. Had the council approved the recommendation, a new ordinance would’ve suspended meetings for the Citizens’ Transportation Sales Tax Commission and changed its duties to emulate those of the Stanislaus Council of Government’s Measure L oversight committee. As part of the council’s 7-0 vote, the council agreed to create an ad-hoc council committee to have comprehensive discussions with the oversight commission and city staff to make changes that would expedite road projects funded by the sales tax. 01:45:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonocouncil,measure l,sales taxNew Business at City Council review. Replace oversight commission for Measure L spending0b098cf6-a167-4092-a2e0-f0d3d042a2921222fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/05/how-much-nonsense-can-this-city-and-county-takeNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/05/how-much-nonsense-can-this-city-and-county-take/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/05/how-much-nonsense-can-this-city-and-county-takeWed, 05 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTHOW MUCH NONSENSE CAN THIS CITY AND COUNTY TAKE"?From The Editor: Coverage of our area is vital, and comes with a cost BY BRIAN CLARK bclark@modbee.com Carson and co-defendants post bail, avoid jail, in murder trial BY KEVIN VALINE kvaline@modbee.com     01:44:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonocarson,jail,bailHOMELESS SOLUTIONS, HIDDEN SPENDING, DISTRICT ATTORNEY ABUSE OF THE LAW, JUDICIAL MISCONDUCT, AND MORE.cd93b912-7945-4658-b3c1-15f65bfea9451221fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/01/tune-in-tonight-at-500pm-at-fm-933Newshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/01/tune-in-tonight-at-500pm-at-fm-933/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/09/01/tune-in-tonight-at-500pm-at-fm-933Sat, 01 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMTTune in tonight at 5:00pm at FM 93.3 Tune in tonight at 5:00pm at FM 93.3 as the Mayor reviews the week’s news and discusses the situation involving Escalon bringing homeless to Modesto. 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,escalon,Stanislaus county,Mayor Carmen sabatinoTune in tonight at 5:00pm at FM 93.3 as the Mayor reviews the week’s news and discusses the situation involving Escalon bringing homeless to Modesto.7d9ac745-7926-4521-bf4e-51130e177d4f1220fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/31/mayors-thursday-news-roundupNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/31/mayors-thursday-news-roundup/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/31/mayors-thursday-news-roundupFri, 31 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTMayor's Thursday News Roundup & Breaking news on Carson Trial Breaking news on the Carson Trial, Mayor's Thursday News Roundup and update on the Latino Community Roundtable. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,Modesto City Council,Stanislaus countyBreaking news on the Carson Trial, Mayor's Thursday News Roundup and update on the Latino Community Roundtable.2df4e54d-5541-4425-9725-3af2e27fe2c21219fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/30/county-invites-those-who-dont-like-homeless-shelter-site-to-find-another-oneNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/30/county-invites-those-who-dont-like-homeless-shelter-site-to-find-another-one/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/30/county-invites-those-who-dont-like-homeless-shelter-site-to-find-another-oneThu, 30 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTCounty invites those who don’t like homeless shelter site to find another oneCounty invites those who don’t like homeless shelter site to find another one  First, a new shelter for the homeless at the former county hospital on Scenic Drive was panned at a neighborhood meeting two weeks ago. Tuesday, it became apparent the proposed Modesto shelter does not have full support from members of the Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors. You can listen to the Mayors comments to the board as we have them uploaded and will be playing them during the show. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,homelessness,Stanislaus countyCounty invites those who don’t like homeless shelter site to find another one  First, a new shelter for the homeless at the former county hospital on Scenica1d7ddc6-2996-434a-89cf-a05d25f8587f1218fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/29/be-sure-to-tune-tonight-at-500pm-on-933Newshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/29/be-sure-to-tune-tonight-at-500pm-on-933/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/29/be-sure-to-tune-tonight-at-500pm-on-933Wed, 29 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTBe sure to tune tonight at 5:00pm on 93.3!Be sure to tune tonight at 5:00pm on 93.3! Special guest Warren Yates visits the studio for an update on the Frank Carson Trial. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonofrabk carson,mayor carmen Sabatino,modesto,Stanislaus countyBe sure to tune tonight at 5:00pm on 93.3! Special guest Warren Yates visits the studio2f12def9-cc11-4dca-ae12-c93bcffba29c1217fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/28/special-guest-congressional-candidate-josh-harderNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/28/special-guest-congressional-candidate-josh-harder/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/28/special-guest-congressional-candidate-josh-harderTue, 28 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTSpecial Guest congressional candidate Josh HarderDon’t miss the Mayor's dynamic interview with District 10 congressional candidate Josh Harder.. Tune in at 5:00PM at 93.3.   00:59:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonojosh harder,Mayor Carmen sabatino,interviewThe mayor interviews Special Guest congressional candidate Josh Harder959e1593-3875-472b-82a8-542f652d73961216fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/25/mayors-weekly-roundupNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/25/mayors-weekly-roundup/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/25/mayors-weekly-roundupSat, 25 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTMayor's Weekly news discussion and special guest Josh Harder calls in at 5:45 Special guest Democratic candidate District 10 Josh Harder calls in at 5:45! 01:24:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,Stanislaus county,newsSpecial guest Democratic candidate District 10 Josh Harder calls in at 5:45!65c466f6-0b01-41da-9d81-fcc0ed99373c1215fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/24/today-is-midweek-and-the-mayor-will-be-reviewing-the-week-thus-farNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/24/today-is-midweek-and-the-mayor-will-be-reviewing-the-week-thus-far/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/24/today-is-midweek-and-the-mayor-will-be-reviewing-the-week-thus-farFri, 24 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTToday is midweek and the mayor will be reviewing the week thus far. Today is midweek and the mayor will be reviewing the week thus far as well as upcoming news 00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,news,modesto,electionsToday is midweek and the mayor will be reviewing the week thus far as well as upcoming newscebf7c7d-d100-463a-97d0-51a53b0a2c231214fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/23/mpd-vs-epdNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/23/mpd-vs-epd/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/23/mpd-vs-epdThu, 23 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTMPD VS. EPDModesto, Stanislaus put Escalon on notice over alleged homeless dumping BY KEVIN VALINE kvaline@modbee.com August 21, 2018 04:56 PM Modesto and Stanislaus County have put Escalon on notice after police in the small San Joaquin County city last week dropped off two homeless people here.   00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoREALLY?47268034-0e86-4b80-aac4-c360835757b21213fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/22/fraud-and-abuse-in-nonprofit-organizations-partiiNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/22/fraud-and-abuse-in-nonprofit-organizations-partii/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/22/fraud-and-abuse-in-nonprofit-organizations-partiiWed, 22 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTFraud and Abuse in Nonprofit Organizations: partII Fraud and Abuse in Nonprofit Organizations: Nonprofit that helps homeless with jobs, housing has its eye on Modesto BY KEVIN VALINE kvaline@modbee.com August 19, 2018 01:25 PM A nonprofit that provides volunteer work and services for the homeless might come to Modesto. The Downtown Streets Team program started in Palo Alto in 2005 and has since spread to nearly a dozen Northern California communities. The homeless people in the program can volunteer as many as 20 hours a week cleaning up parks, downtowns and other public spaces. DST provides the homeless with case management to connect them with services and an employment specialist who helps them find work. The nonprofit does not provide the homeless with money. Instead, they receive what Downtown Streets Team Chief Program Officer Chris Richardson calls basic-needs stipends, including grocery store gift cards, or the nonprofit could buy a homeless person a cell phone or bus passes or pay for other essentials. 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,homeless,Stanislaus county,Mayor Carmen sabatinoFraud and Abuse in Nonprofit Organizations: Nonprofit that helps homeless with jobs, housing has its eye on Modesto BY KEVIN VALINE kvaline@modbee.com2e59c7ea-e53e-465f-9a5b-0df8ec6342041212fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/21/fraud-and-abuse-in-nonprofit-organizationsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/21/fraud-and-abuse-in-nonprofit-organizations/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/21/fraud-and-abuse-in-nonprofit-organizationsTue, 21 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTFraud and Abuse in Nonprofit Organizations:Nonprofit that helps homeless with jobs, housing has its eye on Modesto BY KEVIN VALINE kvaline@modbee.com August 19, 2018 01:25 PM A nonprofit that provides volunteer work and services for the homeless might come to Modesto. The Downtown Streets Team program started in Palo Alto in 2005 and has since spread to nearly a dozen Northern California communities. The homeless people in the program can volunteer as many as 20 hours a week cleaning up parks, downtowns and other public spaces. DST provides the homeless with case management to connect them with services and an employment specialist who helps them find work. The nonprofit does not provide the homeless with money. Instead, they receive what Downtown Streets Team Chief Program Officer Chris Richardson calls basic-needs stipends, including grocery store gift cards, or the nonprofit could buy a homeless person a cell phone or bus passes or pay for other essentials. 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinononon-profit,homeless,downtown,streets,teamNonprofit that helps homeless with jobs, housing has its eye on Modesto.2fcf3875-b550-49e4-8307-0f671093b4ac1211fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/18/who-is-dave-thomas-how-about-craig-lewisNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/18/who-is-dave-thomas-how-about-craig-lewis/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/18/who-is-dave-thomas-how-about-craig-lewisSat, 18 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTWho is Dave Thomas? How about Craig Lewis?Modesto city council members criticize citizens oversight group on Measure L projects BY ROSALIO AHUMADA rahumada@modbee.com August 16, 2018 04:52 PM Updated August 16, 2018 05:53 PM Some Modesto City Council members claim an oversight commission is delaying road projects and overstepping its authority 20 months after voters approved the Measure L sales tax to improve traffic conditions throughout Stanislaus County. In a push to rewrite proposed bylaws for the Citizens’ Transportation Sales Tax Commission, Councilman Doug Ridenour said the commission has been functioning without bylaws since it began meeting in late October 2017. He said it seems the group needs to get back to its original intent, not acting as a policy-making group. “We shouldn’t be giving away our authority to someone else,” Ridenour said at Tuesday night’s city council meeting. 01:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonodave,thomas,taxpayer,associationWhat is the Stanislaus Taxpayer Association?9531f74e-4a93-47d7-9cd0-7039c9265ebc1210fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/17/sabatino-claims-election-violationsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/17/sabatino-claims-election-violations/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/17/sabatino-claims-election-violationsFri, 17 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTSabatino claims election violationsCarmen Sabatino was elected the 24th.Mayor of Modesto in 1999. That's old history but it is relevant history in the context of whaat is going on with elections today. "Sabatino won the election, why doesn't he just drop it." 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonocarmen,Sabatino,elections,mayorStanislaus County and the City of Modesto have their own problems with attempts to violate election laws.bd796c72-2eca-4244-8ca9-bdb97f31e0ab1209fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/16/the-homeless-solution-or-exclusionNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/16/the-homeless-solution-or-exclusion/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/16/the-homeless-solution-or-exclusionThu, 16 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTThe homeless solution or exclusionThe county is providing cover for a city council that will not address the homeless problem for fear of having neighborhoods vote them out of office. Too many cooks spoil the soup.  Too many groups tend to go in different directions. La Loma must know it is getting gamed by the county and political candidates looking for issues. The pollice are used to exclude and that signals failure for a solution. 00:44:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonolaloma,homeless,county,exclusion,policeExclusionists get in the way of solutions so be honest7622d27d-9732-40ce-8db3-68f7a33cd5071208fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/15/the-mayor-will-discuss-his-attendance-at-the-la-loma-meetingNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/15/the-mayor-will-discuss-his-attendance-at-the-la-loma-meeting/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/15/the-mayor-will-discuss-his-attendance-at-the-la-loma-meetingWed, 15 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTThe mayor will discuss his attendance at the La Loma meeting Tonight on 93.3FM, The Back Story news the mayor will discuss his attendance at last nights La Loma meeting where Stanislaus County officials tried to make their case before La Loma neighborhood residents about their plan to open a temporary shelter at the county’s Scenic Drive government center, a shelter they say will help the homeless get off the streets.     He will then discuss other issues of interest.  00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoModesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,Stanislaus county,homless,homlessnessTonight on 93.3FM, The Back Story news the mayor will discuss his attendance at last nights La Loma meeting where Stanislaus County officials tried to make thea390a837-61ce-47da-be89-b0de7e83a4ba1207fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/14/city-of-modesto-refuses-to-comply-with-public-records-requestNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/14/city-of-modesto-refuses-to-comply-with-public-records-request/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/14/city-of-modesto-refuses-to-comply-with-public-records-requestTue, 14 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTCity of Modesto refuses to comply with Public Records request .It is tough to know where to start.  We have completed a thorough review of documents surrounding the recent HUD/CDBG scandal at the city of Modesto.  We use the word “thorough” loosely as so many innocuous paragraphs and entire pages are blacked out for no reason (other than secrecy).   Tune in tonight at 93.3FM for details 00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonocdbg,HUD,Mayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,Stanislaus countyCity of Modesto refuses to comply with Public Records request - censors documents requested by Back Story Newsc0b909e6-fd88-4d36-98cb-ff34647b43cf1206fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/11/a-county-supervisor-and-district-attorneys-obsession-with-former-mayor-sabatinoNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/11/a-county-supervisor-and-district-attorneys-obsession-with-former-mayor-sabatino/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/11/a-county-supervisor-and-district-attorneys-obsession-with-former-mayor-sabatinoSat, 11 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTA County Supervisor and District Attorney’s obsession with former Mayor SabatinoFor over 2 decades A County Supervisor and the District Attorney’s office has had a stange obsession with former Mayor Sabatino.  Tune in tonight for the story you wont forget. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,District Attorney,modesto,Stanislaus countyA County Supervisor and District Attorney’s obsession with former Mayor Sabatino8975c555-eb2b-4e86-9968-cbc9231a60ea1205fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/10/whats-in-a-name-the-mayor-reviews-some-local-non-profits-and-political-groupsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/10/whats-in-a-name-the-mayor-reviews-some-local-non-profits-and-political-groups/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/10/whats-in-a-name-the-mayor-reviews-some-local-non-profits-and-political-groupsFri, 10 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTBreaking news! Petrulakis and DeMartini renew PAC with $10,000 to oppose SabatinoBreaking news!  Petrulakis and DeMartini renew PAC with $10,000 to oppose Sabatino The PAC called “Modesto 2000” was formed back in 2000 with the specific intent to “Oppose Carmen Sabatino”.  It was recently renewed on July 12 2018.  It lists $10,421.00 in debt (all of which are from 3 personal loans from George Petrulakis.)   George is listed as the treasurer and Jim Demartini is listed as the assistant treasurer.  One has to wonder… is this PAC just a place to park money, or are they genuinely concerned that Former Mayor Carmen Sabatino might run for office again? Whats in a name?  The Mayor reviews some local non-profits and political groups 00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,non-profit,LCR,stanislaus taxpayers assn.Breaking news!  Petrulakis and DeMartini renew PAC with $10,000 to oppose Sabatino The PAC called “Modesto 2000” was formed back in 2000 with the specific in8d64a4b8-ab3c-415c-a032-c0640ab2b8061204fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/09/denham-addresses-immigration-as-detractors-protestNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/09/denham-addresses-immigration-as-detractors-protest/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/09/denham-addresses-immigration-as-detractors-protestThu, 09 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTDenham addresses immigration as detractors protest Tonight at 5:00PM the mayor will we reviewing Rep. Jeff Denham's a rare public appearance Tuesday, addressing the Latino Community Roundtablen (LCR) in Modesto.  The mayor will also discuss the LCR itself.  The LCR is catagorized as non-partisan political educational organization engaged in furthering the social welfare of the Latino Community of Stanislaus County through educational and other activities under IRC 501(c)(4) since 1997 (Tax Exempt) 00:31:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonoelection,Mayor Carmen sabatino,LCR,non profit,DenhamTonight at 5:00PM the mayor will we reviewing Rep. Jeff Denham's a rare public appearance Tuesday, addressing the Latino Community Roundtablen (LCR) in Modestodca192ca-d213-475b-acf5-cfa7bee930f61203fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/08/mayor-reviews-the-jeff-denham-speech-at-the-latino-community-roundtableNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/08/mayor-reviews-the-jeff-denham-speech-at-the-latino-community-roundtable/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/08/mayor-reviews-the-jeff-denham-speech-at-the-latino-community-roundtableWed, 08 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTLCR rolls out the red carpet for Denham.Mayor reviews the Jeff Denham speech at the Latino Community Roundtable  and other issues 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,latino,denhamMayor reviews the Jeff Denham speech at the Latino Community Roundtable  and other issues3f87b792-ea0f-4114-9765-a948cb81f0e41202fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/04/mayor-reviews-the-denham-harder-race-at-5pmNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/04/mayor-reviews-the-denham-harder-race-at-5pm/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/04/mayor-reviews-the-denham-harder-race-at-5pmSat, 04 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTMayor reviews the Denham-Harder race at 5PMMayor reviews the Denham-Harder race at 5PM on 93,3, debates and appearances with behind the scenes (back story) information. 00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoDenham,Mayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,Stanislaus county,harderMayor reviews the Denham-Harder race at 5PM on 93,3, debates and appearances with behind the scenes (back story) information.c0f59a68-d49f-4be5-bfde-074a04f769431200fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/03/mayor-reviews-the-denham-harder-race-debates-and-appearancesNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/03/mayor-reviews-the-denham-harder-race-debates-and-appearances/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/03/mayor-reviews-the-denham-harder-race-debates-and-appearancesFri, 03 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTMayor reviews the Denham-Harder race, debates and appearancesMayor reviews the Denham-Harder race, debates and appearances with behind the scenes (Back Story) information. 00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoDenham,politics,Mayor Carmen sabatino,District 10,electionMayor reviews the Denham-Harder race, debates and appearances with behind the scenes (Back Story) information.0cb87a9e-b40c-4ce0-bf65-81330df74d021199fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/01/tune-in-tonight-for-the-latest-update-on-some-high-profile-news-in-our-communityNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/01/tune-in-tonight-for-the-latest-update-on-some-high-profile-news-in-our-community/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/08/01/tune-in-tonight-for-the-latest-update-on-some-high-profile-news-in-our-communityWed, 01 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMTTune in tonight for the latest on the Trump Denham connectionTune in tonight for the latest update on some high profile news in our community.  From the Denham-Trump connection to the latest on the shooting of Evin Olsen Yadegar by Stanislaus County Sheriff's deputy Justin Wall.   01:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,Stanislaus county,Trump,DenhamTune in tonight for the latest update on some high profile news in our community.  From the Denham-Trump connection to the latest on the shooting of Evin Olsen3f21834a-8f0c-4f03-a333-0935b960ef061197fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/31/police-firing-into-cars-create-tragic-eventsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/31/police-firing-into-cars-create-tragic-events/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/31/police-firing-into-cars-create-tragic-eventsTue, 31 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTPOLICE FIRING INTO CARS CREATE TRAGIC EVENTSAs deputy faces manslaughter charges, there’s debate over policy of shooting at cars BY ERIN TRACY AND ROSALIO AHUMADA etracy@modbee.com rahumada@modbee.com July 28, 2018 01:38 PMStanislaus County Sheriff’s Deputy Justin Wall will make his first court appearance Monday on charges of voluntary manslaughter for fatally shooting a woman who led deputies on a pursuit in 2017. Wall shot Evin Olsen Yadegar as she began to drive around a patrol vehicle after briefly stopping in a Ripon neighborhood. Wall is far from the first law enforcement officer, including a handful in Stanislaus County in the past decade, to fire upon a suspect in a moving vehicle. But many experts agree shooting at or into a vehicle is dangerous and ineffective. 00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoSHERIFF,COUNTY,PATROLDO WE HAVE A POLICY OR NOT?a029fcd0-8a69-48f4-92b9-1edb77f88e3e1196fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/28/fridays-weekly-review-by-the-mayor-and-updateNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/28/fridays-weekly-review-by-the-mayor-and-update/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/28/fridays-weekly-review-by-the-mayor-and-updateSat, 28 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTFriday’s weekly review by the Mayor and update Happy Friday!  at 5pm. The Mayor will be going through his stack of stuff...   00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,polticsHappy Friday!  at 5pm. The Mayor will be going through his stack of stuff...f0159ca2-caf4-4414-b54d-8c6197cbf90b1195fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/27/how-did-adam-lindgren-myers-nave-become-city-attorneyNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/27/how-did-adam-lindgren-myers-nave-become-city-attorney/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/27/how-did-adam-lindgren-myers-nave-become-city-attorneyFri, 27 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTHOW DID ADAM LINDGREN (MYERS NAVE) BECOME CITY ATTORNEY?Tonight the Mayor will discuss the curious outsource/employment arrangement of Modesto’s City Attorney Adam Lindgren/Myers Nave.   THERE ARE MANY QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED REGARDING THE CITY USING AN ATTORNEY FROM 90 MILES AWAY. ISN'T THERE ENOUGH TALENT WITHIN THE CENTRAL VALLEY TO ADVERTISE FOR A CITY ATTORNEY THAT WOULD LIVE IN A DIRECT PROXIMITY TO THE CITY THAT HE WOULD REPRESENT?  THE MAYOR WILL ALSO DISCUSS THE EVENTS IN THE DENHAM/HARDER RACE 00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,stanis,Stanislaus county,city attorneyHOW DID ADAM LINDGREN (MYERS NAVE) BECOME CITY ATTORNEY?b0323184-57bb-4eb3-8e63-99bb362899fd1194fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/26/the-pattern-of-dysfunction-at-the-city-councilNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/26/the-pattern-of-dysfunction-at-the-city-council/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/26/the-pattern-of-dysfunction-at-the-city-councilThu, 26 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTTHE PATTERN OF DYSFUNCTION AT THE CITY COUNCILTune in tonight as the Mayor spotlights one of Modesto's Powerful People of Means and reviews the pattern of dysfunction in the City council governance. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonostanis,Stanislaus county,Mayor Carmen sabatino,Modesto City CouncilTHE PATTERN OF DYSFUNCTION AT THE CITY COUNCILc07d4e21-fbf0-4b00-ac87-9470b9c0eb471193fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/25/where-is-the-independent-auditNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/25/where-is-the-independent-audit/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/25/where-is-the-independent-auditWed, 25 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTWHERE IS THE INDEPENDENT AUDIT?WHERE IS THE INDEPENDENT AUDIT? The Mayor discusses City finances, overspending and recent hires. Much action, but no progress on Cities Finances. During the Council Meeting in January regarding the Modesto overspending debacle - one thing is clear – we, the public were no closer to accountability or real answers.  That is because we, the public were never meant to get the truth.    In all the dust and smoke and noise during Januarys Council Meeting, very little substance or clear conclusions were reached. 02:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,auditWHERE IS THE INDEPENDENT AUDIT?c4640d8f-feaa-4c41-afc5-ed517f0177511192fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/24/the-story-and-the-back-story-of-a-death-at-the-hands-of-the-sheriffs-officeNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/24/the-story-and-the-back-story-of-a-death-at-the-hands-of-the-sheriffs-office/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/24/the-story-and-the-back-story-of-a-death-at-the-hands-of-the-sheriffs-officeTue, 24 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTThe story and The Back Story of a death at the hands of the Sheriffs OfficeAnother death at the hands of the Stanislaus Sheriff’s Department.  Tune in at FM 93.3 to get the Mayor's thoughts on this latest death. The San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office (SJCDA) has filed voluntary manslaughter charges against Justin Wall for the 2017 shooting of Evin Olsen Yadegar. Wall was a Stanislaus County Sheriff and on duty at the time of the shooting The family has filed suit - The Mayor will be reviewing the latest fatality.   00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,ripon,Stanislaus county,SheriffThe story and The Back Story of a death at the hands of the Stanislaus Sheriffs Office85add1a2-99d1-4eb9-a0ee-2a112433afb81191fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/21/auditsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/21/audits/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/21/auditsSat, 21 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTAudits!Audits! Tune in tonight at 5:00PM on FM 93.3.  At The Back Story, we have continued to call for forensic audits at the City of Modesto and other government agencies.  We have written a “prescription for the city” calling for an independent audit, and asked for them several times in writing and talked about it on our radio show. Now that HUD and Caltrans are reporting their audit results, the city is taking some action by auditing themselves, yet…we wonder – How open they will be with the results?  Given this council’s record of secrecy, we will be demanding the results when they are available.  00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoStanislaus county,city of modesto,mayor,Mayor Carmen sabatino,auditAudits!0e050974-7ff8-48be-afee-ef62dd22e9fb1190fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/20/july-discussion-of-sheriff-christensonNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/20/july-discussion-of-sheriff-christenson/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/20/july-discussion-of-sheriff-christensonFri, 20 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTJuly discussion of Sheriff ChristensonYear after year, the treadmill of unbelievable behavior and outrageous actions at the Stanislaus Sheriff’s Department continues to go round-and-round, costing us money, safety and trust.    The Sheriff’s Department is the organization entrusted to by us, and empowered by law to carry out these functions. Sustained dysfunction and cultural cruelty within any organization can only be placed at the feet of its leader.  Period – the tone and buck starts and stops at the top.   That is where I am laying it – Directly on the shoes of Adam Christianson.    Moving forward Our next Sheriff will be Jeff Dirkse, we look ahead to the task he has at hand.   With the Modesto Bee reporting “Stanislaus County Sheriff candidates strike conciliatory tone as election concludes”, the right things are being said.  The question is “will the right things be done?” 00:58:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoSheriff,Mayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,stanislaus countyDISCUSSIONcf2c8d73-3e69-4c0e-9c62-7afa66d6aa921189fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/19/all-storys-have-back-storysNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/19/all-storys-have-back-storys/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/19/all-storys-have-back-storysThu, 19 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTALL STORYS HAVE BACK STORYSCity spokesman Thomas Reeves said in an email Thursday that Modesto would use an outside firm to conduct the investigation, which is expected to take about two months. He declined to release the name of the firm and the expected cost until the contract had been signed. This comes as the city is expected to wrap up in the coming weeks its investigation into the breakdown of its purchasing practices. Reeves said Modesto has paid outside firms $80,792 to help in this matter. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoREEVES,MODESTO,PURCHASINGIT'S OTHER PEOPLES MONEY9335c308-41ee-4b89-8fe7-d4e7389d405b1188fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/18/modesto-wastes-money-investigating-itselfNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/18/modesto-wastes-money-investigating-itself/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/18/modesto-wastes-money-investigating-itselfWed, 18 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTMODESTO WASTES MONEY INVESTIGATING ITSELFDear Ted, You were recruited to be Mayor, I imagine all of this was more than you bargained for or were told.  I invite you to the Back Story at FM93.3 or at http://tobtr.com/s/10868689 . If you need any past documents or information on HUD Please let me know.   00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoTED,AUDIT,FORENSICWE DEMAND A FORENSIC AUDITbbf3918b-8e32-4950-942f-a0a2ea7a68051187fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/17/tale-of-2-dasNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/17/tale-of-2-das/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/17/tale-of-2-dasTue, 17 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTTALE OF 2 DA'SStanislaus deputy charged in Modesto woman’s shooting death early last year in Ripon BY DEKE FARROW jfarrow@modbee.com Updated 31 minutes ago The San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Office has filed charges of voluntary manslaughter against former Stanislaus County sheriff’s Deputy Justin Wall in the the February 2017 shooting of Evin Olsen Yadegar, a Modesto woman.   Prosecutors: Modesto police officers used reasonable deadly force in Turlock drug bust BY ROSALIO AHUMADA rahumada@modbee.com Prosecutors have determined that two Modesto police officers acted in self-defense or in the defense of others two years ago when they shot a 21-year-old man during a drug bust in Turlock. Omar Villagomez, of Tulare County, was shot to death on June 7, 2016, by Modesto police Sgt. Alex Bettis and Officer Joseph Lamantia, the Stanislaus County District Attorney’s Office announced in a news release Friday. Prosecutors said the officers fired their guns when Villagomez rammed an undercover police vehicle in an attempt to escape. The District Attorney’s Office review of the shooting determined that Bettis and Lamantia reasonably used deadly force to prevent the escape of a dangerous suspect, according to an April 2 letter to the police chiefs in Modesto and Turlock.             00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoSAN JOAQUIN,STANISLAUS,CHARGED,OFFICEROFFICER CHARGED AND OFFICERS DISMISSED413c2a51-4581-4712-ba21-3141ca5b082e1186fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/14/city-finances-overspending-and-recent-hiresNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/14/city-finances-overspending-and-recent-hires/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/14/city-finances-overspending-and-recent-hiresSat, 14 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTCity finances, overspending and recent hires.WHERE IS THE INDEPENDENT AUDIT? Turn into 93.3 tonight as the Mayor discusses City finances, overspending and recent hires. Much action, but no progress on Cities Finances. During the Council Meeting in January regarding the Modesto overspending debacle - one thing is clear – we, the public were no closer to accountability or real answers.  That is because we, the public were never meant to get the truth.    In all the dust and smoke and noise during Januarys Council Meeting, very little substance or clear conclusions were reached. Overspending has continued As recently as last week another 1.9M was cited as being mismanaged by HUD 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,overspending,Stanislaus countyWHERE IS THE INDEPENDENT AUDIT? Turn into 93.3 tonight as the Mayor discusses City finances, overspending and recent hires. Much action, but no progress on Ci97a0238f-23d4-4379-808c-6c9daeac7f561185fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/13/homeless-in-modesto-screening-july-19-at-the-state-theatreNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/13/homeless-in-modesto-screening-july-19-at-the-state-theatre/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/13/homeless-in-modesto-screening-july-19-at-the-state-theatreFri, 13 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTHomeless in Modesto Screening July 19 at the State Theatre Join us at 5PM on FM93.3 as we interview Richard Anderson, Leng Nou and Frank Ploof regarding their work with the homeless.  Additionally we will talk about the upcoming screening on their film on the homeless at July 19, 7-9 p.m. at the State Theatre, Modesto In the film you will be able to: • Hear the stories of several local homeless folks, and about the root causes of homelessness, its harsh effects, and our imperfect solutions. • Tour three important Modesto shelters: the Salvation Army Berberian Shelter, the Gospel Mission, and Family Promise. • Hear local City and County officials explain their policies and plans to remediate and hopefully to prevent homelessness. Look forward to a very informative episode! 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoJoin us at 5PM on FM93.3 as we interview Richard Anderson, Leng Nou and Frank Ploof regarding their work with the homeless.  Additionally we will talk about the2cab5d1-1a55-4164-a087-60726af349f51184fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/12/mayors-review-of-issues-from-water-grab-to-op-edsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/12/mayors-review-of-issues-from-water-grab-to-op-eds/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/12/mayors-review-of-issues-from-water-grab-to-op-edsThu, 12 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTMayors review of issues from water grab to op-eds Mayors review issues including How Stanislaus County, Modesto and other cities are spending your road tax money 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,Stanislaus countyMayors review issues including How Stanislaus County, Modesto and other cities are spending your road tax money76fffae2-848a-4227-bbd9-34fbcc38de871183fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/11/the-j-street-project-fumbleNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/11/the-j-street-project-fumble/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/11/the-j-street-project-fumbleWed, 11 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTThe J Street project fumbleWhat will become of J Street?  Don’t ask the City Manager - Joe Lopez is not prepared. On Joe Lopez’s’ first major request of council, he showed that he is ill-prepared to present a major proposal.  With over a year in the interim status, filled with crisis after crisis (think overspending), we were hoping he would have matured to the role of City Manager.  No so.  01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,Stanislaus county,domoWhat will become of J Street?  Don’t ask the City Manager - Joe Lopez is not prepared. On Joe Lopez’s’ first major request of council, he showed that he is i1227b0f4-899a-4b6f-8b95-ad24c5dbf9ef1182fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/10/words-of-wisdom-from-president-eisnhowerNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/10/words-of-wisdom-from-president-eisnhower/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/10/words-of-wisdom-from-president-eisnhowerTue, 10 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTWORDS OF WISDOM FROM PRESIDENT EISNHOWERWE MAKE THE SAME MISTAKES WHEN WE IGNORE HISTORY AND CREATE A DREAMED REALITY. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoEISNEHOWER,HISTORY,REALITYWHAT DOES HISTORY REACH?340483f5-ac6f-414b-9f4f-b131dbf804cf1181fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/07/same-old-song-and-danceNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/07/same-old-song-and-dance/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/07/same-old-song-and-danceSat, 07 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTSame old song and danceTune in tonight at FM93.3 --Here we go again An audit (based on a HUD hotline complaint) is faulting Modesto for how it spent federal housing money and recommends the city repay the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development nearly $258,000 and explain how it spent an additional $1.69 million or repay that money as well. Same old song and dance Once again we get the same set of excuses - Lopez wrote in his letter that the city is developing "steps that will ensure that all procurements are conducted in a manner that promotes full and open competition and avoids arbitrary actions in the procurement process." 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,HUD,Mayor Carmen sabatinoTune in tonight at FM93.3 --Here we go again An audit (based on a HUD hotline complaint) is faulting Modesto for how it spent federal housing money and recomm8b43e796-7bd8-487c-828f-ab148e2664801180fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/06/is-the-united-stated-sliding-towards-fascismNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/06/is-the-united-stated-sliding-towards-fascism/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/06/is-the-united-stated-sliding-towards-fascismFri, 06 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTIs The United Stated sliding towards Fascism?Is The United Stated sliding towards Fascism?  Tune in tonight at FM93.3 as the Mayor discusses 14 early warning signs of Fascism and how they match some trends in our Country.    He will be reviewing news events as well.tr 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoModesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,stanislaus,Facsism,RepublicIs The United Stated sliding towards Fascism?c28ccec6-fd46-4721-bd5a-0213b56b01b51179fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/04/national-and-local-politics-might-be-alikeNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/04/national-and-local-politics-might-be-alike/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/04/national-and-local-politics-might-be-alikeWed, 04 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTNATIONAL AND LOCAL POLITICS MIGHT BE ALIKEPARTISAN POLITICS IS REAL AND SOMETIMES NECESSARY.     00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoDEMOCRACY,PARTISAN,NATIONAL,LOCALDEMOCRACY IS UNDER ATTACKa71d79fa-6720-492d-a285-b65f648909a41178fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/03/fascismNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/03/fascism/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/07/03/fascismTue, 03 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMTFASCISMTHE ELECTION OF 2018 WILL EFFECT OUR COUNTRY IN THE MOST VIOLENT ISSUE SWINGS IMAGINABLE NATIONALISM WAS THE CAUSE OF WORLD WARS AND FASCISM MIGHT BE BACK AGAIN. 00:30:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoNATIONALISM,GLOBALISM,FASCISMWHAT IT IS AND WILL IT DO AWAY WITH GLOBALISMb7b742f2-7712-4334-9df6-8ad44cb2bb131177fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/30/tonight-the-mayor-discusses-the-current-city-budget-and-reviews-the-weeks-newsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/30/tonight-the-mayor-discusses-the-current-city-budget-and-reviews-the-weeks-news/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/30/tonight-the-mayor-discusses-the-current-city-budget-and-reviews-the-weeks-newsSat, 30 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTTonight the mayor discusses the current City Budget and reviews the weeks news. Tonight the mayor discusses the current City Budget and reviews the weeks news and events.  Preparing for budget realities The City of Modesto is taking an aggressive approach in dealing with its budget, as the realities of overspending, lengthy interim positions, the pension crisis and a general lack of fiscal discipline have come home to roost. 00:16:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,budget,Stanislaus county,homelessTonight the mayor discusses the current City Budget and reviews the weeks news and events.  Preparing for budget realities The City of Modesto is taking an05eea9ac-ec8f-497a-ad1f-e1eca30a32d11176fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/29/the-mayor-updates-and-older-story-and-discusses-the-latest-city-budget-dramaNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/29/the-mayor-updates-and-older-story-and-discusses-the-latest-city-budget-drama/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/29/the-mayor-updates-and-older-story-and-discusses-the-latest-city-budget-dramaFri, 29 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTThe Mayor updates and older story and discusses the latest City budget drama Tonight the Mayor updates the story on huge trash-piles, and  discusses the latest City budget drama surrounding public employee retirement costs.  We look back to a story the Mayor wrote in February detailing how these costs get out of hand and predicting the budget crisis.  Fold in the latest Supreme Court decision removing mandatory participation in Public Employee Unions and the outlook gets more interesting. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Stanislaus county,Mayor Carmen sabatino,trash,budgetTonight the Mayor updates the story on huge trash-piles, and  discusses the latest City budget drama surrounding public employee retirement costs.  We look bacaf65205a-fc91-4a3c-9af5-3b53735556931175fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/28/continuing-our-discussion-on-reducing-the-impact-of-homelessnessNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/28/continuing-our-discussion-on-reducing-the-impact-of-homelessness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/28/continuing-our-discussion-on-reducing-the-impact-of-homelessnessThu, 28 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTContinuing our discussion on reducing the impact of homelessnessTonight, after a guest speaker Randy Fraoli, a local author, we continue our discussion on reducing the impact of homelessness through creative redevelopment and the mayor will discuss last night Council Meeting on the CARE and HEART programs. Mayor Sabatino - is suggesting that they consider doing what Albuquerque, Orange County, Los Angeles, Lake Tahoe, Santa Ana, and Anaheim are all doing…   Converting dilapidated “nuisance" motels into supportive apartments for the homeless.    01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,Stanislaus county,homlessness,authorWe continue our discussion on reducing the impact of homelessness through creative redevelopment97fc19e1-ce3e-4864-ad8b-f5348f0d6f891174fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/27/reducing-the-impact-of-homelessness-through-creative-redevelopmentNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/27/reducing-the-impact-of-homelessness-through-creative-redevelopment/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/27/reducing-the-impact-of-homelessness-through-creative-redevelopmentWed, 27 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTReducing the impact of homelessness through creative redevelopment Modesto and Stanislaus County have a homeless problem that they working towards coordinating efforts on.  The attention and energy at the executive level is good.  Mayor Sabatino - is suggesting that they consider doing what Albuquerque, Orange County, Los Angeles, Lake Tahoe, Santa Ana, and Anaheim are all doing…   Converting dilapidated “nuisance" motels into supportive apartments for the homeless.  Tonight we look at the City of Los Angeles where the concept has moved from “a good idea” to a funded enterprise with the complete support of the government.  01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonohomlessness,Mayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,stanislaus county,motelsModesto and Stanislaus County have a homeless problem that they working towards coordinating efforts on.  The attention and energy at the executive level is go1b3afcb6-390e-411b-bbad-d6a37bd024961173fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/26/its-19-weeks-till-we-can-get-a-fresh-startNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/26/its-19-weeks-till-we-can-get-a-fresh-start/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/26/its-19-weeks-till-we-can-get-a-fresh-startTue, 26 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTMonday Kick off with the Mayor! Tune in tonight at FM 93.3 at 5:00pm as the Mayor kicks off the weeks news and discusses the Sheriffs dept.  Year after year, the treadmill of unbelievable behavior and outrageous actions at the Stanislaus Sheriffs Department continues to go round-and-round, costing us money, safety and trust. The Sheriff's Department is the organization entrusted to by us, and empowered by law to carry out these functions.01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoDistrict Attorney,modesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,Stanislaus countyTune in tonight at FM 93.3 at 5:00pm as the Mayor kicks off the weeks news and discusses the Sheriffs dept.  Year after year, the treadmill of unbelievablede87adca-7072-4af9-9efe-434c733098301172fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/23/mayors-friday-roundupNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/23/mayors-friday-roundup/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/23/mayors-friday-roundupSat, 23 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTMayor's Friday RoundupToday, Mayor Sabatino reviews the current events and stories that affect our lives in the valley as well as nationwide events that are relevant. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,Stanislaus county,SheriffA review of the current news and events than affect our listenersff771ba4-2107-495e-8db3-215ef07317a71171fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/22/review-the-modesto-city-attorney-contract-and-look-at-sheriffs-retirementNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/22/review-the-modesto-city-attorney-contract-and-look-at-sheriffs-retirement/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/22/review-the-modesto-city-attorney-contract-and-look-at-sheriffs-retirementFri, 22 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTReview the Modesto City Attorney contract and look at Sheriffs retirement I note with great interest that the current acting City Attorney is a high-priced attorney from the firm of Meyer Naves. In an article in the Modesto bee on October 17, 2013, then City Manager Greg Nyhoff was given the authority to negotiate and enter into an agreement with Meyer Naves to appoint Adam Lindgren as “interim” City Attorney.  This occurred after the resignation of then City Attorney Susana Alcala Wood on November 15th 2013. ALSO  In the midst of formal demands for a Federal Investigation by the Department of Justice in the hands of Attorney General Jeff Sessions, 23 members of congress, 32 members of the state assembly and both sitting California senators – we find Adam Christianson is scurrying into the crevices of retirement. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonocit of modesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,SheriffI note with great interest that the current acting City Attorney is a high-priced attorney from the firm of Meyer Naves. In an article in the Modesto bee on Oca5502ec5-d2e4-44f2-a5c2-0a9fc01e9dce1170fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/21/taking-children-from-parents-is-immoralNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/21/taking-children-from-parents-is-immoral/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/21/taking-children-from-parents-is-immoralThu, 21 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTTAKING CHILDREN FROM PARENTS IS IMMORALBY THE MODESTO BEE EDITORIAL BOARD June 19, 2018 04:01 PM Updated June 19, 2018 08:39 PM Is there any doubt now about what Donald Trump is buying? It’s not real estate or loyalty or votes. He’s trying to buy the soul of America. The question now is how much of our dignity and our principles are we willing to sell?   00:31:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoDONALD,TRUMP,INTOLERANCETRUMPS ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY REALLY IS INTOLERANT0af549e4-d8bc-4f0d-9714-84784358fc621169fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/20/mayors-review-of-community-volunteering--non-profit-and-public-committeesNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/20/mayors-review-of-community-volunteering--non-profit-and-public-committees/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/20/mayors-review-of-community-volunteering--non-profit-and-public-committeesWed, 20 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTMayors review of community volunteering - Non-Profit and Public CommitteesWho runs Modesto? For how long. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,power,groupsWho are the influence groups22b35e81-a68a-467e-b9b8-39bd51fc97a61168fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/19/a-new-redevelopment-agencyNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/19/a-new-redevelopment-agency/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/19/a-new-redevelopment-agencyTue, 19 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTA new Redevelopment AgencyOn July 28th, 2015, the Stanislaus Board of Supervisors met (agenda B-5) on what was marked a routine matter.  The “routine matter” was nothing less than the end of Modesto as we knew it.  This was the formation of a square mile block situated downtown where property owners would be forced to pass a special assessment fee to be included in the one square mile bright, shiny New Modesto “DoMo.  00:17:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonosupervisors,assessment,new modestoThat would be Domo.6c1d850a-56ae-4f71-abec-50d24d0606c71167fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/16/sheriff-the-road-aheadNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/16/sheriff-the-road-ahead/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/16/sheriff-the-road-aheadSat, 16 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTSheriff – the road ahead…Sheriff – the road ahead… As it now appears likely that our next Sheriff will be Jeff Dirkse, we look ahead to the task he has at hand.   With the Modesto Bee reporting “Stanislaus County Sheriff candidates strike conciliatory tone as election concludes”, the right things are being said. Regarding Alanis, Dirkse said “I respect his service to our county and the commitment he also brings to public safety," Dirkse said. "I appreciated the opportunity to discuss and debate our ideas for the Sheriff's Department." We sincerely hope so, and we hope that Alanis continues to be a valued member of Dirkse’s team....    01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,sheriff,modesto,Stanislaus county,votingAs it now appears likely that our next Sheriff will be Jeff Dirkse, we look ahead to the task he has at handf6997115-3235-44f0-9430-fa8ed93d0d721166fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/15/thursday-newsday-today-the-mayor-will-review-current-items-in-the-newsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/15/thursday-newsday-today-the-mayor-will-review-current-items-in-the-news/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/15/thursday-newsday-today-the-mayor-will-review-current-items-in-the-newsFri, 15 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTThursday Newsday – today the mayor will review current items in the news...Thursday Newsday – today the mayor will review current items in the news, as well as take a look at the spending within the City of Modesto’s consent process. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,Stanislaus county,spending,budgetsThursday Newsday – today the mayor will review current items in the news, as well as take a look at the spending within the City of Modesto’s consent process.fc53e588-b1bc-418a-98fc-8ff63f7862c71165fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/14/city-is-not-for-the-birdsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/14/city-is-not-for-the-birds/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/14/city-is-not-for-the-birdsThu, 14 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTCITY IS NOT FOR THE BIRDSBIRDS DIE 00:16:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoBIRDS,KILLPRUNING TREES AT WRONG TIME KILLS BIRDSc9260b0b-5a49-4003-bec7-f5e704049fbe1164fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/13/modesto-rot-a-project-for-love-modestoNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/13/modesto-rot-a-project-for-love-modesto/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/13/modesto-rot-a-project-for-love-modestoWed, 13 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTA project for Love Modesto A project for Love Modesto   FACT:For too long, piles of garbage, dead animals, filth, discarded furniture and worse have gathered in piles across Modesto – mist notable in the County Islands that exist throughout the City of Modesto.  Tonight we talk with someone who in his fight to get these messes cleaned up – has been pushed (sometimes literally) from agency to agency in his one-year ordeal.  If the message of Love Modesto is true, then why in the world are they not taking this as a worthy project?  All of the money, the marketing, the resources… they could truly make Modesto loveable by removing the blight in plain sight.   FACT:The city has more than 30 underserved, unincorporated pockets within its borders.  This areas are underserved by utilities, sidewalks, and law enforcement.   Driving through many of these County pockets remind one of a third world country. FACT: Love Modesto gathers immense resources and energy that could be used to help tackle the problem.   Their website says it all: “OUR CITY IS FACING SOME OF THE BIGGEST CHALLENGES IN OUR HISTORY.  WHAT WOULD HAPPEN IF OUR CITY CAME TOGETHER TO LOVE ONE ANOTHER?’   FACT:The Modesto Bee reported that 10th year organizers expected 7,000 to 10,000 people turned out for the more than 100 projects on the organization's to-do list.    Why was cleaning up blight where children are raised not on the top projects list?  01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,Stanislaus countyA project for Love Modesto   FACT:For too long, piles of garbage, dead animals, filth, discarded furniture and worse have gathered in piles across Modesto –6d5efff5-45b5-4a4d-9cb3-c3177ad265271163fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/12/a-review-of-domo--modestos-wonderful-mileNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/12/a-review-of-domo--modestos-wonderful-mile/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/12/a-review-of-domo--modestos-wonderful-mileTue, 12 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTA review of Domo - Modesto's wonderful mile...Its time for the mayor to Recap Domo.... tune in for his latest thoughts on DoMo. On July 28th, 2015, the Stanislaus Board of Supervisors met (agenda B-5) on what was marked a routine matter.  The “routine matter” was nothing less than the end of Modesto as we knew it. This was the formation of a square mile block situated downtown where property owners would be forced to pass a special assessment fee to be included in the one square mile bright, shiny “New Modesto” – DoMo or Downtown Modesto Partners or Community Benefit District. Stanislaus County mentioned this pig-in-a-poke by listing “Consideration of the Establishment of the Downtown Modesto Community Benefit District and Authorize the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors to Sign and Submit Property Owner’s Ballot” It gets weirder – The City off Modesto had to send a red-faced letter to the affected property owners, indicating that the ballot send out for the creation of the district was faulty.  01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoDomo,Stanislaus county,modesto,Mayor Carmen sabatinoA review of Domo - Modesto's wonderful mile...841769a9-f46c-4a2f-ab63-67b5d4603d2b1162fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/09/across-the-country-heavily-armed-special-weapons-and-tacticsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/09/across-the-country-heavily-armed-special-weapons-and-tactics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/09/across-the-country-heavily-armed-special-weapons-and-tacticsSat, 09 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTAcross the country, heavily armed Special Weapons and Tactics Across the country, heavily armed Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams are forcing their way into people’s homes in the middle of the night, often deploying explosive devices such as flashbang grenades to temporarily blind and deafen residents, simply to serve a search warrant on the suspicion that someone may be in possession of a small amount of drugs. Neighborhoods are not war zones, and our police officers should not be treating us like wartime enemies.    01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonoswat,Stanislaus county,modesto,Mayor Carmen sabatinoAcross the country, heavily armed Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams are forcing their way into people’s homes in the middle of the night, often deployina7c09432-f9b4-402f-b256-4a35fedf4c9e1161fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/08/thursday-roundup-current-election-newsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/08/thursday-roundup-current-election-news/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/08/thursday-roundup-current-election-newsFri, 08 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTThursday roundup… current election news.Thursday roundup… current election news.   With 42,000 ballots remaining – things could get very interesting in some of these close races.    Tune in tonight. at 5PM 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,Stanislaus county,Election 2012Thursday roundup… current election news. With 42,000 ballots remaining07162b1c-4f31-4ff8-ae6d-ad7b365944ee1160fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/07/what-is-akrasiaNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/07/what-is-akrasia/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/07/what-is-akrasiaThu, 07 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTWhat is Akrasia?Akrasia is, in fact, a reasonable word to describe self-defeating behavior, as it approaches a central interpretation self-interest: noun [MASS NOUN] chiefly Philosophy The state of mind in which someone acts against their better judgement through weakness of will. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonoakrasia,behavior,self--interestDid you vote or not vote against your own self interest?4e113cbd-85c5-4c8a-9b3d-58e732273f1e1159fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/06/promises-and-fairy-tales-have-been-told-now-we-must-deal-with-realityNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/06/promises-and-fairy-tales-have-been-told-now-we-must-deal-with-reality/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/06/promises-and-fairy-tales-have-been-told-now-we-must-deal-with-realityWed, 06 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTPROMISES AND FAIRY TALES HAVE BEEN TOLD NOW WE MUST DEAL WITH REALITYTONIGHT WE WILL HAVE A NEW SHERIFF LET'S KEEP INFORMED AND WE CAN FIX THE DAMAGE  DONE BY THE INCUMBENT   01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoSHERIFF,DEBATE,INFORMEDLISTEN TO THE SHERIFFS DEBATE AND SEE HOW YOU FEEL ABOUT YOUR CHOICE085404ed-68fb-4b1d-81e1-b9d67c40d5181158fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/05/the-night-before-election-dayNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/05/the-night-before-election-day/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/05/the-night-before-election-dayTue, 05 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTTHE NIGHT BEFORE ELECTION DAYBACK STORY SLATE  VOTE TOMORROW ALANIS MAYNE WITHROW DAMRELL 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoALANIS,MAYNE,WITHROW,DAMRELLWHERE DID ALL THE MONEY GO?00718ae4-fa72-4b5e-aa09-c85e901344221157fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/01/mayors-thursday-roundupNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/01/mayors-thursday-roundup/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/06/01/mayors-thursday-roundupFri, 01 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMTMayors Thursday Roundup Mayors Thursday Roundup Today the Mayor will review the coming election, general political and current topics as well as breaking news Tune in tonight to catch a perspective on news that you will not hear anywhere else.  Regardless of what the issue is… there is ALWAYS a Back Story…. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Modesto City Council,Stanislaus county,modesto bee,Mayor Carmen sabatinoMayors Thursday Roundup Today the Mayor will review the coming election, general political and current topics as well as breaking news Tune in tonight to ca1195c21c-1e4c-4264-982c-ad6e6093979f1155fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/31/mayors-stack-of-stuffNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/31/mayors-stack-of-stuff/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/31/mayors-stack-of-stuffThu, 31 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTmayors stack of stuffmayors stack of stuff 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoStanislaus county,Mayor Carmen sabatino,Modesto City Council,modestomayors stack of stuff07e0bafd-9d6e-4781-b8f5-9b56a830f8b61154fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/30/breaking-news-and-the-political-blood-sport-in-stanislaisNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/30/breaking-news-and-the-political-blood-sport-in-stanislais/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/30/breaking-news-and-the-political-blood-sport-in-stanislaisWed, 30 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTBreaking News and The political blood-sport in Stanislaus This is not a show I enjoyed writing.  Had I not personally been on the receiving end of a weaponized criminal justice system targeting me for exercising my constitutional rights, I may not have arrived here.   Sadly, having made it through what I once thought unbelievable, I soon became grateful that I only suffered the destruction of my personal life.  I became to know and hear of others, who ended up incarcerated or on a morticians slab after their turn with the Stanislaus Justice Meat grinder.     I report this, as it is my DUTY to the country, not just my RIGHT.  Going quietly into the dark night is not something I have ever done, nor will I start now. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Stanislaus county,Mayor Carmen sabatino,justiceThis is not a show I enjoyed writing.  Had I not personally been on the receiving end of a weaponized criminal justice system targeting me for exercising my con309a676d-5512-45e0-97c1-ba148f1f31261153fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/25/thursday-roundup--focus-on-the-june-electionNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/25/thursday-roundup--focus-on-the-june-election/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/25/thursday-roundup--focus-on-the-june-electionFri, 25 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTThursday Roundup - Focus on the June ElectionThursday Roundup - Focus on the June Election Join us tonight as we review the state of the local election.  We will review the offices, the candidates and their history that you won’t see printed on the ballot or in the Bee.   Only on The Back Story will you be able to clear to fog and review this June election from a deeper perspective.   01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonovote,Stanislaus county,modesto,election,Mayor Carmen sabatinoThursday Roundup - Focus on the June Election3c061b63-c844-412b-9f20-5131ba6790581150fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/24/sparks-fly-after-a-startling-admission-by-da-fladager-highlights-a-highly-chargeNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/24/sparks-fly-after-a-startling-admission-by-da-fladager-highlights-a-highly-charge/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/24/sparks-fly-after-a-startling-admission-by-da-fladager-highlights-a-highly-chargeThu, 24 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTSparks fly after a startling admission by DA Fladager highlights a highly charge During a 90 minute debate of the Stanislaus DA candidates by the Patterson-Westley Chamber of Commerce, the incumbent candidate found herself on defense on a range of topics.   Candidates Patrick Kolasinski, Steven O’Conner and John R. Mayne each came prepared with very specific issues and charges that exposed the intensity of 2018 race for District Attorney. The tone of the debate was set early during Steven O’Conner’s opening statement where he stated “My vision is of the truth, and sometimes the truth hurts, Ms. Fladager needs to step down.” Mr. O’Conner continued throughout the debate to address high profile and controversial issues that have peppered DA Fladager’s tenure as district Attorney.   When the candidates were asked if they thought the DA’s Office was politicized, his response was direct. “There have been many high-profile cases that were brought for political purposes, AJ Pontillo, huge case, big deal – not guilty.  Carmen Sabatino, the Mayor, make a huge deal, not guilty – these are political prosecutions.” The entire debate can be viewed at https://www.facebook.com/pattirrigator/videos/10156266798852801/ It appears the chickens have come home to roost for Birgit Fladager during this election cycle.… 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoDuring a 90 minute debate of the Stanislaus DA candidates by the Patterson-Westley Chamber of Commerce, the incumbent candidate found herself on defense on a rd6facbcd-f48a-4371-8f42-a3b2a275b0041149fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/23/breaking-news-and-revisiting-the-city-of-modestos-overspendingNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/23/breaking-news-and-revisiting-the-city-of-modestos-overspending/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/23/breaking-news-and-revisiting-the-city-of-modestos-overspendingWed, 23 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTBreaking news and revisiting the City of Modesto's overspendingBreaking news on  THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA vs MCFARLANE as well as revisiting the breakdown of its purchasing practices that allowed the city to purchase about $16 million more in goods and services than what had been authorized.  We will also be talking about the new auditor position. 00:56:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,Stanislaus county,Modesto City Council,modestoBreaking news and revisiting the City of Modesto's overspendingf1374c66-a432-4e76-b555-3e2f315ef9f61148fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/22/mayor-monday--reviewing-current-news-and-the-upcoming-electionNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/22/mayor-monday--reviewing-current-news-and-the-upcoming-election/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/22/mayor-monday--reviewing-current-news-and-the-upcoming-electionTue, 22 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTStories of Five-Star shakedown.Stories of Five-Star shakedown. Never in the minds of Sheriff Adam Christianson, and Jeff Dirkse believe that that they would find themselves facing a dead heat against the insurgent candidacy of Juan Alanis.  Surely the endorsement of the Powerful Sheriff would do, surely a pedigreed candidate with WestPoint and combat backgrounds would be enough for a coronation.    What they did not count on was the absolute fatigue the voters have for Adam Christianson’s style of Justice.  Perhaps the trips to Jordan, Paris and the cult of personality Adam built left him with blinders. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Sabatino,Stanislaus county,modesto,District AttorneyStories of Five-Star shakedown. Never in the minds of Sheriff Adam Christianson, and Jeff Dirkse believe that that they would find themselves facing a dead hbeff90c1-3172-4637-a5a9-a5fc5223d7021147fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/19/the-mayors-week-and-review-and-moreNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/19/the-mayors-week-and-review-and-more/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/19/the-mayors-week-and-review-and-moreSat, 19 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTThe Mayors week and review and more...The Mayors week and review and more... Stanislaus County. -  It used to be cliché – nameless, faceless men in smoke-filled backrooms pulling strings.   Not anymore, the one who destroy our country do it in the open, unashamed and proud of their theft of taxpayer dollars and destruction of human lives. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Sabatino,Stanislaus county,modestoThe Mayors week and review and more...86146916-a7e5-42b0-9a8d-d0d64997e1f61146fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/18/trump-can-help-drain-the-swap-in-stanislausNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/18/trump-can-help-drain-the-swap-in-stanislaus/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/18/trump-can-help-drain-the-swap-in-stanislausFri, 18 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTTrump can help drain the swap in StanislausTrump can help drain the swap in Stanislaus by keeping Christianson in Washington 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,washington,mayor sabatinoTrump can help drain the swap in Stanislaus by keeping Christianson in Washingtonb12c2dee-a7f0-4ce0-a9b6-d55e8a3bac161145fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/17/mayors-wednesday-stack-of-stuffNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/17/mayors-wednesday-stack-of-stuff/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/17/mayors-wednesday-stack-of-stuffThu, 17 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTMayor's Wednesday stack of stuff.Review the latest in congressional and local elections as well as a review of the Virginia Corridor that you may never have heard - The Tidewater Southern Railway, a subsidiary of the Western Pacific Railroad in 1910, was originally built as an “interurban” system, connecting from Stockton to Escalon. The system had three interurban electric passenger cars and two steeplecab electric freight locomotives. From 1916 to 1918, the railway extended towards other cities, including Turlock, Hilmar and Manteca. Unlike other interurban railroads in California, the former railway retained the highest percentage of operation. The City of Modesto conceived a new use for the interurban structure in 1999, following a petition to abandon the tracks by the Union Pacific Railroad. The structure was renamed the Modesto Virginia Corridor, and now acts as a 2-mile linear park, trail and recreational destination to promote walking, biking, and skating throughout the city. What is not known was the problems in funding and logistics that plaqued the completion and now that the City is ready to spend $4.5 million - the Mayor will fill in the blanks of just how this will get done. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,modesto,jeff den,Jeff Denham,sttanislausFrom election news, editorial reviews to the latest in the Virginia Corridor...17b37b6d-c4e6-4739-8cb8-089ca43f9a101144fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/16/california-attorney-guidelines-of-civility-and-professionalismNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/16/california-attorney-guidelines-of-civility-and-professionalism/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/16/california-attorney-guidelines-of-civility-and-professionalismWed, 16 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTCalifornia Attorney Guidelines of Civility and Professionalism Tonight we revisit the words of Sheldon Sloan, the 2006  President of the California State bar as a forward to the ethics guide. Some may call me old-fashioned, but I say to them: You can practice the law and do a good job for your client without being rude and aggressive and causing a lot of trouble for everybody. That's why I hope to make my upcoming term as State Bar president a year in which we bring back professionalism, and along with it some public respect. This should not be difficult. Most of us just need to hearken back to what our moms and dads and schoolteachers tried to instill in us when we were kids and apply it to our chosen profession: A good lawyer doesn't need to schedule depositions when an opponent is out of town on vacation. A good lawyer doesn't need to serve documents in a way that unfairly limits the other party's opportunity to respond. Big firm lawyers don't need to try to crush opposing sole practitioners by papering them to death. And no lawyer should ever make false, misleading or exaggerated statements while grandstanding for the cameras or any other means of reaching the public. As I said, all just plain common sense.  01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoStanislaus county,Mayor Carmen sabatino,modestoTonight we revisit the words of Sheldon Sloan, the 2006  President of the California State bar as a forward to the ethics guide. Some may call me old-fashiob4faa8e3-9a26-4b71-a02b-eef292ed48971143fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/15/stanislaus-county-pay-14-million-in-lawyers-fees-in-limp-lame-and-lazyNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/15/stanislaus-county-pay-14-million-in-lawyers-fees-in-limp-lame-and-lazy/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/15/stanislaus-county-pay-14-million-in-lawyers-fees-in-limp-lame-and-lazyTue, 15 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTStanislaus County pay $1.4 million in lawyers' fees in 'limp, lame and lazy'TUNE IN TONIGHT AT 5:00PM.  Modesto Bee headline on May 3rd. 2018 “Stanislaus County pay $1.4 million in lawyers' fees in 'limp, lame and lazy' lawsuit”, but here is the Back Story… By Mayor Carmen Sabatino May 14th, 2018 (Originally published on October 23, 2017) A Statement from Mercedes Wallace : I am the widow of Fallen Officer, Dennis Wallace and this is my story of the grief and pain my husband suffered along with other injured Deputies working at the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office under the leadership of Sheriff Adam Christianson. His "Limp, Lame and Lazy" discrimination and retaliation created a hostile workplace and a climate of fear to silence anyone from speaking out. Had it not been for the discrimination by this Sheriff my husband would still be with me today. Please watch her video:    https://www.facebook.com/DeputyCoach/videos/789708924566806/ An Update from the Modesto Bee: A judge ordered Stanislaus County to pay nearly $1.4 million in fees to attorneys of a deputy sheriff who for six years pursued a discrimination lawsuit against his employer, the county Sheriff's Department. Dennis Wallace, 53, was slain on the job in November 2016 in a tragedy not related to his lawsuit. The lawsuit was resolved a year ago when the county agreed to pay his widow, Mercedes Wallace, $253,000 in a settlement without admitting wrongdoing. "I'm happy for (our lawyers)," Mercedes Wallace said Wednesday about the award for attorneys' fees. "I know Dennis felt really bad (that they hadn't been paid). And they, just like Dennis, were proven right."   01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonowallace,modesto,Mayor sabatino,Stanislaus countyStanislaus County pay $1.4 million in lawyers' fees in 'limp, lame and lazy' lawsuit”, but here is the Back Story…b7433b3f-1524-49e5-bbe0-88c9a9883f091142fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/12/awaiting-police-report-on-armed-assailants-that-hit-tn-plumbingNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/12/awaiting-police-report-on-armed-assailants-that-hit-tn-plumbing/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/12/awaiting-police-report-on-armed-assailants-that-hit-tn-plumbingSat, 12 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTI am not an attorney, nor was I born yesterday… To be clear, I am not an attorney, have never had the drive to practice law, and I do not give legal advice.    I have however spent more than my share in very close proximity to major cases - both the Civil and Criminal. When I ever hear an attorney speak of practicing law, I snicker inside… My cooks have to be able to cook, they can’t “practice cooking” when I was a teacher I had to be able to teach, I couldn’t “practice teaching”.  I am intentionally being snide in regards to attorneys and have so many that are dear friends, and I respect them and the profession.   But tune in as I have something to say about the judicial system. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatinoTo be clear, I am not an attorney, have never had the drive to practice law, and I do not give legal advice.    I have however spent more than my share in very0ae01934-15d3-49be-84e6-bb4efdbb2e2d1141fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/11/police-interrogation-tactics--learn-how-they-manipulate-confessionsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/11/police-interrogation-tactics--learn-how-they-manipulate-confessions/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/11/police-interrogation-tactics--learn-how-they-manipulate-confessionsFri, 11 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTPolice Interrogation Tactics - learn how they manipulate confessions... Tune in tonight and learn about The Reid technique... it is a method of questioning suspects to try to assess their credibility, developed by consultant and polygraph expert John Reid. Supporters argue that the Reid technique is useful in extracting information from otherwise unwilling suspects. Critics have charged the technique can elicit false confessions from innocent people, especially children. Reid's breakthrough case resulted in an overturned conviction decades later.. Critics of the technique claim it too easily produces false confessions, especially with children. The use of techniques that are acceptable in the United States, such as lying to a suspect about evidence, are prohibited in several European countries because of the perceived risk of false confessions and wrongful convictions that might result, particularly with juveniles. In Canada, Provincial Court Judge Mike Dinkel ruled in 2012 that "stripped to its bare essentials, the Reid technique is a guilt-presumptive, confrontational, psychologically manipulative procedure whose purpose is to extract a confession. It was discovered in December 2013 that an unreacted copy of the Federal Bureau of Investigation interrogation manual had been impermissibly placed in the Library of Congress and was available for public view. The manual confirmed American Civil Liberties Union concerns that the agency used the Reid technique. Abuses of interrogation methods include falsely accused suspects being treated aggressively and told lies about the amount of evidence proving their guilt. Such exaggerated claims of evidence, such as video or genetics, has the potential, when combined with such coercive tactics as threats of harm or promises of leniency, to potentially cause innocent suspects becoming overwhelmed.   01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,mayor carmen,Stanislaus county,Sheriff,da fladagerTune in tonight and learn about The Reid technique... it is a method of questioning suspects to try to assess their credibility, developed by consultant and po3675e4e4-7574-4dbb-aa54-29eaa28195d91140fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/10/joe-lopez-choice-for-city-managerNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/10/joe-lopez-choice-for-city-manager/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/10/joe-lopez-choice-for-city-managerThu, 10 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTJoe Lopez: choice for city managerO.K.  Let me get this straight, 14 months after the unexpected termination of a City Manager, the City is JUST NOW going to hire City Manager – the same interim Manager that we predicted a year ago would get the job.   All the machinations, hair pulling, excuses and false recruitment packets.  The $30k in recruitment, it was all just part of the show – Joe Lopez was their man all along.  Go along to get along, Joe went along and now he is the next City Manager.   The first disservice to the public was the Council firing of a City Manager without a replacement. The second was the disingenuous foot-dragging that resulted in over a 1-year delay in getting a qualified person at the helm.The third disservice is that due to this unforgivable delay, the Council was forced to hire an expert in damage in Modesto Dysfunction of a getting a top-notch, forward-looking executive.  “HINT – any desirable candidate will review the dysfunction, backstabbing, scandals and erratic behavior over the last year and stay far away from Modesto”01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,brandvold,joe lopez,mayor sabatino,Stanislaus countyJoe Lopez: choice for city managera9d46e9c-1bd0-40bf-a981-47030139d9da1139fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/09/yet-another-story-the-modesto-bee-wont-tell-youNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/09/yet-another-story-the-modesto-bee-wont-tell-you/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/09/yet-another-story-the-modesto-bee-wont-tell-youWed, 09 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTYet another story the Modesto Bee won’t tell youTue in tonight at 5:00 on FM93.3 to hear yet another story the Modesto Bee won’t tell you… At 6:00am on 941 McHenry Ave, armed assailants pulled up next to T&N Plumbing at and conducted a violent, premeditated assault on the property and two employees of the business.   The crime was so brash, the criminals not only conducted the crimes in broad daylight, and they parked right next to the T&N Plumbing (in a late model white 4 door sedan).   They got out of the vehicle, scaled the spiked/ curved wall with precision.   It was then that the surveillance cameras (high quality) had them covered.  They were carrying – a 12 gauge shotgun and some type of handgun (possibly a 9MM). 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonompd,modesto,Mayor Carmen sabatino,Stanislaus countyAt 6:00am on 941 McHenry Ave, armed assailants pulled up next to T&N Plumbing at and conducted a violent, premeditated assaultcda2f627-2a72-4ae7-9bdd-7aff63f57cfd1138fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/08/monday-night-with-the-mayorNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/08/monday-night-with-the-mayor/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/08/monday-night-with-the-mayorTue, 08 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTMonday Night with the Mayor: Things are heating up week and we don’t just mean the weather.  From yet another death in the custody of the Sheriff’s Department, top very unusual & intimidating events in community – the Mayors going to lay it out.  The tactics by the DA’s office in the Frank Carson case continue: I you want Mayor Sabatino out of the Carson trial courtroom, you try to make him a conspirator… if that does not work, you call him a witness, if that does not work… accuse him of Jury Tampering, and finally if that doesn’t not work, you take away his ability to order transcripts Only in Stanislaus Justice… Tune in at FM 93.3 @5:00 02:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,mayor sabat,Stanislaus county,District Attorney,juryThings are heating up week and we don’t just mean the weather.  From yet another death in the custody of the Sheriff’s Department, top very unusual & intimidat3b4eee42-ba6f-45be-b85d-e03217dba8751137fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/05/mayors-friday-stack-of-stuffNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/05/mayors-friday-stack-of-stuff/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/05/mayors-friday-stack-of-stuffSat, 05 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTBreaking News: Mayor and Back Story News excluded from courtroom. Breaking News:  Mayor and Back Story News excluded from courtroom.   In the last bizarre development in the circus that is the Frank Carson Trial, The Back Story has been banned from attending the public court proceedings.  On April 1 2018, Mayor Carmen Sabatino went to court to observe the trial and was asked to leave.  The Backstory News understands that he was not allowed to attend the trial because the District Attorney wanted him excluded. In February 2018 Judge Barbara Zuniga repeatedly dismissed Chief Deputy District Attorney Marlisa Ferreira’s attempt to bring Mayor Sabatino into the Frank Carson trial.   01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoSabatino,Stanislaus county,Mayor Carmen sabatinoBreaking News:  Mayor and Back Story News excluded from courtroom.   In the last bizarre development in the circus that is the Frank Carson Trial, The Back Sad58c772-07be-45cb-a11e-fda11c4530801136fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/04/thursday-news-dayNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/04/thursday-news-day/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/04/thursday-news-dayFri, 04 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTThursday News-day! Turn in at 5:00 for breaking news, from the Sheriff/Coroner position now showing conflicting patholgy reports in the Stephon Clark fatal shooting, to the latest settlement in the Sheriff Christianson era.  No doubt that many in the local government, and members of the Sheriff’s Department, are genuine in their grieving of Deputy Wallace, who was slain in the line of duty.   However from the County Counsel John Doering opposing his widow for earned benefits, to Sheriff Christianson himself (and his “minions”) who delighted in calling a good man and effective Deputy “Limp Lame and Lazy.”   Perhaps the Sheriff may have some empathy now that he is the one who is Limp, (Lame and Crazy.) Being on the “Limp Lame and Lazy” list meant more than just an insult – it was a list maintained by the Sheriff and his command staff, and repeated by all of them.  It meant you were a target – and in the case of Deputy Wallace – Christianson, his administrative staff and the County did not allow Wallace to return to work after a series of valid documented on-duty injuries. Deputy Wallace was injured in line of duty, cleared to return to work, yet due to his “membership” in Sheriff Christianson’s “Limp, Lame and Lazy” club, his livelihood and career were ruined. He had to result to legal action in order to resume the duties as a Deputy that he so loved – and was so beloved by his community. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoStanislaus county,Mayor Carmen sabatinoTurn in at 5:00 for breaking news, from the Sheriff/Coroner position now showing conflicting patholgy reports in the Stephon Clark fatal shooting, to the lates22af4606-42d0-413b-8b6c-2b5ac809a6671135fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/03/a-pattern-of-abuse-under-lt-dirkse--city-of-pattersonNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/03/a-pattern-of-abuse-under-lt-dirkse--city-of-patterson/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/03/a-pattern-of-abuse-under-lt-dirkse--city-of-pattersonThu, 03 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTA Pattern of Abuse under Lt. Dirkse - City of Patterson Dont Miss tonight.  The Mayor is heading to the press conference at 1010 10th street regarding the lawsiut being filed on behalf of several peopple beaten and deprived of constitution rights by the sheriffs offfice under Lt Dirkse.   on behalf of members of the Hispanic community in the City of Patterson, we submit this complaint of Civil Rights Violations and pattern of discrimination by the Patterson Police Services of the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department Patterson Police), against the Patterson Hispanic community. In recent months, the pattern of abuse has escalated and culminated in two very heinous assaults on local residents and subsequent cover ups by Patterson Police. A summary of the incidents are outlined below after a brief review of civil rights law and how it applies to the City of Patterson Police Services. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoDont Miss tonight.  The Mayor is heading to the press conference at 1010 10th street regarding the lawsiut being filed on behalf of several peopple beaten andfc754cbe-c12a-4d28-aa8b-b01425ccfbea1134fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/02/breaking-news-and-know-your-rights-police-interactionsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/02/breaking-news-and-know-your-rights-police-interactions/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/02/breaking-news-and-know-your-rights-police-interactionsWed, 02 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTBREAKING NEWS AND Know Your Rights: Police InteractionsTune into tonight at 5:pm at FM93.3 The Do’s and Don’ts of Police Stops Encounters with the law can be stressful or scary. People have various experiences with law enforcement, some of which are not always fair or legal. This guide provides you practical information that could help you avoid more trouble or potentially harmful situations. The underlined words below are “magic words” that you can repeat over and over to show you know the law. Memorize them. Know your rights, so you can use them. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoStanislaus county,Mayor Sabatino,policeKnow Your Rights: Police Interactionsb7fad130-263f-499c-9400-2a7c0e07494a1133fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/01/monday-mayor--breaking-news-and-week-to-comeNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/01/monday-mayor--breaking-news-and-week-to-come/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/05/01/monday-mayor--breaking-news-and-week-to-comeTue, 01 May 2018 00:00:00 GMTMonday Mayor - breaking news and week to comeLots going on... some breaking news and a preview of a show this week where a special guest will highlight his harrowing experience wit the Stanislaus Sheriffs Department. The mayor will be reviewing your rights when approached by law enforcement. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoStanislaus county,Mayor Carmen sabatino,backstoryMonday Mayor - breaking news and week to comec1a68748-df04-42b6-80f7-352456242a291132fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/28/rigged-round-table-and-other-weekly-topicsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/28/rigged-round-table-and-other-weekly-topics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/28/rigged-round-table-and-other-weekly-topicsSat, 28 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTRigged Round table and other weekly topics Tunein tonight at FM93.3 - Yesterday I paid to attend the Latino Roundtable event held in Modesto.  The main focus of the event was to hear from the incumbents and candidates for the Stanislaus County board of supervisors.    Index cards were offered so that members of the audience could submit questions. In the wake of the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors vote to separate the Coroner’s office into an independent entity.  I filled out a question card with a simple question “WHAT IS YOUR POSITION IN SEPARATING THE OFFICES OF SHERIFF AND CORONERS OFFICE”?... wait to hear what happened. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Carmen sabatinoTunein tonight at FM93.3 - Yesterday I paid to attend the Latino Roundtable event held in Modesto.  The main focus of the event was to hear from the incumbentsff0b9797-77e9-402c-86dc-eae8a27811d51131fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/27/2005-flashback-modesto-bee-says-sabatino-rejects-deal--get-backstory-tonightNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/27/2005-flashback-modesto-bee-says-sabatino-rejects-deal--get-backstory-tonight/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/27/2005-flashback-modesto-bee-says-sabatino-rejects-deal--get-backstory-tonightFri, 27 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT2005 Flashback: Modesto Bee says "Sabatino Rejects Deal - get backstory Tonight2005 Flashback: Modesto Bee says "Sabatino Rejects Deal - get the Back Story tonight! April 26th, 2018   Tube in tonight for a flashback that mirrors the current  misconduct in the justice systems from someone who has weathered and survived.  See you at 5:00 @ FM93.3 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoStanislaus county,Mayor Sabatino,modesto2005 Flashback: Modesto Bee says "Sabatino Rejects Deal - get backstory Tonight! April 26th, 2018 Tube in tonight for a flashback that mirrors the current1298c4e6-9bf4-4d2f-906b-f5ecec3fb8a51130fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/26/sheriffs-corruption-crosses-county-linesNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/26/sheriffs-corruption-crosses-county-lines/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/26/sheriffs-corruption-crosses-county-linesThu, 26 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTSheriff's Corruption Crosses County LinesStanisluas County Sheriff canidates differ on separating the coronor funtion from the Sheriff's Office.  Is Stanislaus County and San Joaquin all that different?  Join the conversation.     01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoStanislaus County,San Joaquin,Corruption,Sheriff's Office,CoronerSan Joaquin County separates coroner function from Sheriff Moore9a6169b9-68f2-4a16-94cc-d72599142ff81129fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/25/supervisors-must-use-budget-to-end-the-da-sheriff-partnershipNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/25/supervisors-must-use-budget-to-end-the-da-sheriff-partnership/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/25/supervisors-must-use-budget-to-end-the-da-sheriff-partnershipWed, 25 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTSUPERVISORS MUST USE BUDGET TO END THE DA SHERIFF PARTNERSHIPCUT DA BUDGET TO REDUCE DA INVESTIGATORS AND HIRE ATTORNEYS REDUCING COURT BACKLOG.  BUDGET MONEY THAT A NEW SHERIFF NEEDS FOR BETTER AND EFFECIENT PUBLIC SAFETY. Cleared ex-CHP officer says District Attorney's 'witch hunt' ruined his career BY ROSALIO AHUMADA April 23, 2018 05:19 PM Updated 6 hours 34 minutes ago A former California Highway Patrol officer has filed a claim against Stanislaus County and the city of Modesto seeking damages for what he calls the malicious prosecution by the District Attorney's Office in the death Korey Kauffman. Eduardo Quintanar Jr., then a CHP officer working in the Modesto area, was arrested in August 2015 along with prominent criminal defense attorney Frank Carson and several others accused of conspiring in Kauffman's death. Quintanar's attorney, Randall Strauss, says Judge Barbara Zuniga on Oct. 24 ruled the prosecution did not present any evidence to indicate the former CHP officer committed any crimes and dropped the charges against him. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoEDUARDO,KOREY,ZUNIGADA FLADAGER MALICIOUS ACTS50bdddad-f90b-4efa-9109-22bda8800fef1128fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/24/sparks-fly-after-a-startling-admission-by-da-fladager-highlights-a-highly-chargeNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/24/sparks-fly-after-a-startling-admission-by-da-fladager-highlights-a-highly-charge/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/24/sparks-fly-after-a-startling-admission-by-da-fladager-highlights-a-highly-chargeTue, 24 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTSparks fly after a startling admission by DA Fladager highlights a highly charge During a 90 minute debate of the Stanislaus DA candidates by the Patterson-Westley Chamber of Commerce, the incumbent candidate found herself on defense on a range of topics.   Candidates Patrick Kolasinski, Steven O’Conner and John R. Mayne each came prepared with very specific issues and charges that exposed the intensity of 2018 race for District Attorney. The tone of the debate was set early during Steven O’Conner’s opening statement where he stated “My vision is of the truth, and sometimes the truth hurts, Ms. Fladager needs to step down.” Mr. O’Conner continued throughout the debate to address high profile and controversial issues that have peppered DA Fladager’s tenure as district Attorney.   When the candidates were asked if they thought the DA’s Office was politicized, his response was direct. “There have been many high-profile cases that were brought for political purposes, AJ Pontillo, huge case, big deal – not guilty.  Carmen Sabatino, the Mayor, make a huge deal, not guilty – these are political prosecutions.”   The entire debate can be viewed at https://www.facebook.com/pattirrigator/videos/10156266798852801/ It appears the chickens have come home to roost for Birgit Fladager during this election cycle.… 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Carmen sabatino,Stanislaus county,District AttorneyDuring a 90 minute debate of the Stanislaus DA candidates by the Patterson-Westley Chamber of Commerce, the incumbent candidate found herself on defense on a r5171b2cc-006e-48ea-90de-499a6dae43031127fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/21/special-2-hour-episodetonight-at-5pm-the-2018-election-for-stanislaus-sheriffNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/21/special-2-hour-episodetonight-at-5pm-the-2018-election-for-stanislaus-sheriff/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/21/special-2-hour-episodetonight-at-5pm-the-2018-election-for-stanislaus-sheriffSat, 21 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTSpecial 2 hour episode,Tonight at 5pm The 2018 Election for Stanislaus Sheriff The candidates and campaigns for the replacement of Adam Christianson is much more than search for a replacement of a Sheriff.   It must be contemplated with the upmost urgency, as the Stanislaus Sheriff’s office is plagued with mismanagement, scandals and misdeeds that have eroded its effectiveness and the trust of the people. To gain a proper perspective on this election we will review the answers given by the candidates at various community roundtables and the Modesto Bee editorial board. 02:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,sheriff,Stanislaus county,Mayor Sabatino,electionThe candidates and campaigns for the replacement of Adam Christianson is much more than search for a replacement of a Sheriff.   It must be contemplated with tbc1df4b9-78c3-4e8d-a6bf-f324a65fbd7a1126fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/19/get-richform-a-non-profit-and-write-yourself-a-checkNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/19/get-richform-a-non-profit-and-write-yourself-a-check/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/19/get-richform-a-non-profit-and-write-yourself-a-checkThu, 19 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTGet rich...form a non-profit and write yourself a checkC.S. LEWIS:   "DON'T TRADE GOOD WORKS IF THEY ARE THE TOOLS OF THOSE WITH UNKNOWN INTENTIONS." BE YOUR OWN BOSS AND PAY YOURSELF WHAT EVER YOU CAN RAISE FOR YOUR NON-PROFIT. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoNON-PROFIT,UNKNOWN,INTENTIONS,GOOD,WORKSNon-Profits are run for profit11043199-8ee6-44aa-a110-7d467becb9171124fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/18/love-modesto-the-show-goes-onNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/18/love-modesto-the-show-goes-on/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/18/love-modesto-the-show-goes-onWed, 18 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTLOVE MODESTO: THE SHOW GOES ON12 MONTHS LATER AND NO SIGN ORDINANCE HAD BEEN DRAFTED, I ATTENDED A PUBLIC MEETING AND PLAYED THE RECORDED PROMISE.  WHEN CONFRONTED BY THEIR OWN WORDS, THE RESPONSE WAS ANGER AND DISRESPECT IN A PUBLIC FORUM.   What are the rules on funding religious activity with Government money? 1.        The United States Supreme Court has said that faith-based organizations may not use direct government support to support "inherently religious" activities. Basically, it means you cannot use any part of a direct Government grant to fund religious worship, instruction, or proselytization. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonosign,ordinance,mayor,cityattorneyTHE MAYOR, CITY ATTORNEY, AND STAFF ARE VIOLATING THE LAW. A SIGN ORDINANCE WAS PROMISED 12 MONTHS AGO .d63410ad-b47c-4110-bfe5-b1462f8631db1123fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/17/borges-wants-to-be-supervisor--sheriff-candidate-says-no-military-equipmentNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/17/borges-wants-to-be-supervisor--sheriff-candidate-says-no-military-equipment/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/17/borges-wants-to-be-supervisor--sheriff-candidate-says-no-military-equipmentTue, 17 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTBorges wants to be Supervisor - Sheriff candidate says, "no military equipment"The election is more than a month away but The Back Story wants to deal with the present in the light of history and that will take more revelations to predict the future. word of mouth is affordalble and can compete with money spent by those who want you vote without talking to you. The Back Story is here to listen and to talk.  Just pass the word....we have nothing to hide, we just need you to listen and hellp set the record straight. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoBack Story,election,word of mouth,history,revelationsCandidates go on record with possible regrets8130220b-7134-4a8e-a258-96c0455e06ca1122fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/14/war-comes-home--the-2018-swat-stateNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/14/war-comes-home--the-2018-swat-state/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/14/war-comes-home--the-2018-swat-stateSat, 14 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTWar Comes Home - The 2018 SWAT State Across the country, heavily armed Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams are forcing their way into people’s homes in the middle of the night, often deploying explosive devices such as flashbang grenades to temporarily blind and deafen residents, simply to serve a search warrant on the suspicion that someone may be in possession of a small amount of drugs. Neighborhoods are not war zones, and our police officers should not be treating us like wartime enemies.   Tune in tonight as we review the racial, and other questionable rations and unfortunate results in this new breed of Civilian American Soldiers.    01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Sabatino,swat,Stanislaus county,backstory,modestoAcross the country, heavily armed Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams are forcing their way into people’s homes in the middle of the night, often deployin69571f05-d455-4c7d-8a6f-9457c21bd1fa1121fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/13/several-things-to-discuss-the-mayor-will-be-reporting-on-a-host-of-issuesNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/13/several-things-to-discuss-the-mayor-will-be-reporting-on-a-host-of-issues/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/13/several-things-to-discuss-the-mayor-will-be-reporting-on-a-host-of-issuesFri, 13 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTSeveral things to discuss, the mayor will be reporting on a host of issues Tonight the Mayor has much to cover.    He will report on the Latino Community Candidates Round table where he heard candidates running for Stanislaus County District Attorney, Stanislaus County Sheriff, and Stanislaus County Superintendent of Schools.   He will review the growing call nationwide to scale back the militarization of our police force.   The Mayor will review and his formal complaint to the California Attorney General  where he demanded Immediate action to prevent further damage by our elected Sheriff, and reverse eroding public confidence (and public fear) regarding our judicial system.    Mayor Sabatino in his complaint requested that the California Department of Justice begin an investigation and employ all resources to restore order immediately and halt the continuing decay within our County judicial system.  Additionally the Mayor stated that he believed it is prudent and requested that a “fitness for duty assessment” be conducted on Sheriff Christianson.  Do not miss tonight show! 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,mayor sabatino,Stanislaus county,Sheriff,Militarization of PoliceTonight the Mayor has much to cover.    He will report on the Latino Community Candidates Round table where he heard candidates running for Stanislaus County D6979caee-8827-49e4-af57-5b6aa5583f751120fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/12/the-2018-election-for-sheriff-of-stanislaus-countyNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/12/the-2018-election-for-sheriff-of-stanislaus-county/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/12/the-2018-election-for-sheriff-of-stanislaus-countyThu, 12 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTThe 2018 Election for Sheriff of Stanislaus County.The various candidates and campaigns for the replacement of Adam Christianson is much more than search for a replacement of a Sheriff.   It must be contemplated with the upmost urgency, as the Stanislaus Sheriff’s office is plagued with mismanagement, scandals and misdeeds that have eroded its effectiveness and the trust of the people. The search of a new Sheriff must be viewed through the lens of hiring a candidate that has extensive experience in uprooting an organization characterized by dysfunction, with 700 people with an $80.2 million dollar budget (the highest consumer of the entire County budget of $226.5 million. Tonight on FM93.3 at 5:00pm we will be exploring these challenges… 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoStanislaus county,christianson,Mayor Sabatino,modesto,election 2018A most urgent need to change, citizens deserve a choice, not an echo of the status quo.b8d8109b-f6d4-4b58-a3af-3e3da9bc094d1119fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/11/breaking-news-religious-hijacking-and-current-eventsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/11/breaking-news-religious-hijacking-and-current-events/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/11/breaking-news-religious-hijacking-and-current-eventsWed, 11 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTBreaking News, Religious hijacking, and current eventsWe bumped our scheduled programming last night for a Special Guest, Patrick Kolasinski a candidate for Stanislaus District Attorney. Patrick spent an hour in the studio with us discussing his motivation for running, his background and his plans for the District Attorney’s office.   He is a member of the Stanislaus County Court Criminal Bar Association, and has witnessed first-hand the problems facing our District Attorney’s office.   You can listen to his interview here:  http://tobtr.com/s/10712503 Tonight we will pick up on our program on religious hijacking in the halls of power, breaking news and comments from the Mayor. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Carmen Sabatino,Mayor Carmen sabatino,backst,love modestoTonight we will pick up on our program on religious hijacking in the halls of power, breaking news and comments from the Mayor.c56d3a44-60de-4721-ac4f-a8a80aa225dc1118fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/10/do-not-allow-those-behind-the-scenes-to-callously-hijackNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/10/do-not-allow-those-behind-the-scenes-to-callously-hijack/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/10/do-not-allow-those-behind-the-scenes-to-callously-hijackTue, 10 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTDo not allow those behind the scenes to callously hijack Do not allow those behind the scenes to callously hijack our government or Christianity tune in tonight at 5:00PM FM93.3I’m talking to you today to discuss a very serious matter. THE HIJACKING OF YOUR FAITH -CHRISTIANITY? and especially the realm of Evangelicalism ? IT has been hi-jacked by extremists (LOCAL EXAMPLE PINNACLE FORUM/LOVE MODESTO) who are using it to advance political theories that have nothing to do with your beliefs. You may not have had anything to do with it personally, but this thievery has taken place right in front of you. It has been sinister and systematic. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Christianity,Mayor SabatinoDo not allow those behind the scenes to callously hijack our government or Christianity tune in tonight at 5:00PM FM93.3I’m talking to you today to discuss a v75d3190c-466c-4dc4-a92d-22f8cae8a7c81117fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/07/mayor-offers-former-mayor-talks-on-status-of-love-modesto-signsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/07/mayor-offers-former-mayor-talks-on-status-of-love-modesto-signs/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/07/mayor-offers-former-mayor-talks-on-status-of-love-modesto-signsSat, 07 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTMayor offers former Mayor talks on status of Love Modesto signsReligious views and their role in government can never be a secret matter Pinnacle Forum with former Bee editor Mark Vasche and  Love Modesto with youth minister Jeff Phishney are in leadership positions have to admit "secret matters" Brandvold can put the back story coverage of religious organizations on a Council agenda to discuss in public. 00:50:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonobrandvold,vssche,lovemodestoLast year, Former Mayor Carmen Sabatino asked an innocent question about legality of Love Modesto signs and answers by Brandvold administration became complicat50a6f1c4-27ff-437c-bd47-db25c58e39011115fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/06/love-modesto-and-pinnacle-foruma-christian-partnetshipNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/06/love-modesto-and-pinnacle-foruma-christian-partnetship/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/06/love-modesto-and-pinnacle-foruma-christian-partnetshipFri, 06 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTLove Modesto and Pinnacle Forum...A Christian PartnetshipDon't criticize or praise Love Modesto until you know who they are.  Find out on TheBack Story!         00:53:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoModesto,Love Modesto,Love our Cities,Stanislaus County,Pinnacle Forum“None of what we’ve accomplished would have been possible without the help of marketplace leaders, specifically Pinnacle Forum Partners.” Jeff Pishney, Founder/67c2e0ca-5452-4fc6-bc81-c0d7c2b80dba1114fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/05/religious-views-and-their-role-in-government-can-never-be-a-secret-matterNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/05/religious-views-and-their-role-in-government-can-never-be-a-secret-matter/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/05/religious-views-and-their-role-in-government-can-never-be-a-secret-matterThu, 05 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTReligious views and their role in government can never be a secret matterReligious views and their role in government can never be a secret matter This was a tough piece to start.  The last thing I want the reader to take away is that I have an issue with anyone’s personal belief.  Personal religious beliefs are a matter of privacy if desired, and vice versa. Beliefs must never be forced on another in our Republic.  This is a founding principle of our nation. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonolove modesto,modesto,mayor sabatino,church and stateMake Modesto Lovable. Religious views and their role in government can never be a secret matter88897f2d-a9bb-4108-8331-6591e2576a2e1113fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/04/mayors-review-of-community-volunteering--non-profit-and-public-committeesNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/04/mayors-review-of-community-volunteering--non-profit-and-public-committees/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/04/mayors-review-of-community-volunteering--non-profit-and-public-committeesWed, 04 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTMayors review of community volunteering - Non-Profit and Public CommitteesDear Garth, Thank you for your phone call.  I hope you don’t get in trouble with your bosses (Remember, Editor Mark Vasche left instructions that the Sabatino administration was to be ignored).  Your Sunday article isn’t the front story or the back story, it has little connection to reality.    Below is some information for you on the real story.   Fact: City Managers are the responsibility of the City Council.  Knowing that to a large extent – those positions are only ELECTED after being SELECTED by the “people of power and means.”  Then it becomes clear that the City Managers actually serve at the bequest and  pleasure of the “people of power and means”Track down the goals of these people of power and means, HINT: (they line their pockets with all your money) – and you will get an understanding into the erratic and abrupt hiring and firing of City Managers.  The key to a Modesto City Managers success is: Toe the line, line the pockets.  DO NOT actually manage or heaven forbid… make any real decisions based on ethics or the needs of the community. Carry out the agenda that you are given, don’t worry about the agenda that is printed.  Since you asked, my take as a former Mayor:00:28:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,city,managerWe should love modesto and those who lead us?1f20529a-c30b-4994-af1c-d38531258d3e1112fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/03/christianson-makes-the-rules-for-sheriff-racesNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/03/christianson-makes-the-rules-for-sheriff-races/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/04/03/christianson-makes-the-rules-for-sheriff-racesTue, 03 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMTChristianson makes the rules for Sheriff racesChristianson: Power broker in 2014 and 2018 This year,   Christianson campaign rules: By Christianson order, Dirkse can use Holiday time while Alanis must use company time in order to campaign. Also, Alanis must give up his car while Dirkse can keep his. Hughes out as Chief, Lt. Dirkse selected by Sheriff Christianson as replacement April 2014 The city of Patterson is getting a new police chief, and the change of guard has left some residents within the city wondering what is going on. Patterson’s Chief Tori Hughes has been asked to take on a new assignment as the investigations division commander within the Sheriff’s Department, and Lt. Jeff Dirkse has been chosen as her replacement by Sheriff Adam Christianson. The announcement, made public late Monday night via a Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Nixle report, caught many in the city off guard, including Mayor Luis Molina and members of the City Council, since it is stated in the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Law Enforcement Agreement (LEA) with the city of Patterson that a list of qualified candidates must be provided to the city so that they may be able to provide recommendation to Sheriff Adam Christianson regarding the position of the Chief of Police. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonoalanis,dirkse,christiansonHughes out as Chief, Lt. Dirkse selected by Sheriff Christianson as replacement April 14 2014af7acb63-09fd-4421-8136-29313c1df6931111fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/31/mark-vasche-charles-bryant-and-pinnacle-forumNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/31/mark-vasche-charles-bryant-and-pinnacle-forum/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/31/mark-vasche-charles-bryant-and-pinnacle-forumSat, 31 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMTMark Vasche, Charles Bryant, and Pinnacle ForumPinnacle Forum: Home https://pinnacleforum.com/    “None of what we've accomplished would have been possible without the help of marketplace leaders, specifically Pinnacle Forum Partners.” Jeff Pishney, Founder/Director of “Love Modesto”. The good news is that God is moving in an unprecedented way among men and women in the marketplace. Dr. Henry Blackaby ... ‎About - Pinnacle Forum · ‎The Forum Experience · ‎Forum Resources · ‎Contact 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonopinnacle,forum,jeff,pishneyHow would you label Modesto's form of government, oligarchy, theocracy, autocratic,democratic, how?a87a0509-d13d-4ba0-be22-ece4425862be1110fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/30/who-do-you-believeNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/30/who-do-you-believe/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/30/who-do-you-believeFri, 30 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMTWho do you believe?  Find out before you sign your ballot. 2018 District Attorney Election Fact Sheet June 2018 is the election date from deciding the next District AttorneyThere are 3 candidatesDistrict Attorney Birgit FladagerDeputy District Attorney John R. Mayne                      c. Patrick Kolasinski 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonokolasinski,fladager,district attorney,mayneAre you having trouble knowing a "fake story" from the truth?2275f464-af04-43b0-abc9-e8da64a22bb91109fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/29/reform-must-come-to-central-valley-law-enforcementNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/29/reform-must-come-to-central-valley-law-enforcement/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/29/reform-must-come-to-central-valley-law-enforcementThu, 29 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMTReform must come to Central Valley Law EnforcementMayor Camen Sabatino will talk about the rampant abuse of power that has engulfed Stanislaus County and its cities.     Lawsuit: Modesto woman's shooting death by deputy in 'complete defiance' of procedures San Joaquin deputy charged with assault, sexual battery on female inmate Council disruption 'won't happen again,' Sacramento mayor warns 13 Headlines about the Stanislaus County Sheriffs Department       01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,politics,law enforcement,abut of power,local governmentAbuse of Power Runs Rampant in the Central Valley...When will it end?a17ae223-c71a-48dd-9152-063cfe4bea8c1108fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/28/history-of-police-uniformsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/28/history-of-police-uniforms/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/28/history-of-police-uniformsWed, 28 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMTHISTORY OF POLICE UNIFORMSKIND OF UNIFORMS DETERMINE MILITARY EMPHASISUNIROM 00:32:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoUNIFORMS,NIFORMS,POLICETHEY MATTER240d5637-d3e0-4b42-93f5-2f3c3b07a77b1107fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/27/back-story-news-sponsors-make-modesto-lovableNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/27/back-story-news-sponsors-make-modesto-lovable/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/27/back-story-news-sponsors-make-modesto-lovableTue, 27 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMTBack Story News sponsors Make Modesto LovableWhy Modesto is staying tight-lipped on its search for new city manager BY KEVIN VALINE kvaline@modbee.com March 25, 2018 04:24 PM The recruitment has ended for Modesto city manager, but city leaders are not saying how many people applied for the job, their genders, or anything else about the background and experience of the applicants. “It’s out of an abundance of caution to protect the integrity of the process,” said city spokesman Thomas Reeves after meeting with Mayor Ted Brandvold. Reeves said Brandvold is “very passionate about the process and wants to make sure it is done right.” The Bee requested this information but not the applicants’ names. Make Modesto Lovable has the answer why Modesto does not have a city manager 01:21:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonolovable,modesto,managerApril 21st signs are up again, in time for the June 5th election9e574f06-faba-43a5-9128-9bd2183c6fc81106fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/24/stanislaus-2018-elections-the-defining-issuesNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/24/stanislaus-2018-elections-the-defining-issues/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/24/stanislaus-2018-elections-the-defining-issuesSat, 24 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMTStanislaus 2018 elections: The Defining Issues: Stanislaus 2018 elections:  The Defining Issues: This year is one of the most important elections, voters in Stanislaus County will participate in.  Choices range from The County Supervisors (who approve the Sheriffs budget) to the District Attorney (currently in lock step with the Sheriff) to deciding who will be our new Sheriff. Decades of corruption, misconduct, and abuse within the Stanislaus Criminal Justice System has left the innocent afraid, the guilty free and the victims without justice. Never before has there been such clear choices.  With issues the need for separation of the Sheriff-Coroner office – you need to find out where the candidates stand to know they will conduct themselves. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonobackstory,sabatino,modesto,Sheriff,stanislausStanislaus 2018 elections:  The Defining Issues: This year is one of the most important elections, voters in Stanislaus County will participate in.  Choices3ee7a01f-90e7-4583-8872-8694bf1488801105fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/23/the-jim-demartini-slate-of-candidatesNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/23/the-jim-demartini-slate-of-candidates/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/23/the-jim-demartini-slate-of-candidatesFri, 23 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMTThe Jim DeMartini slate of candidatesThe Jim DeMartini Slate June 5, 2018 Republican Central Committee Chair JimDeMartini CEO Janice Keating   U.S. Representative – District 10 Jeff Denham and/or Ted D. Howze Supervisor – District 3 Katherine Borges Supervisor – District 4 Tom Berryhill and/or Janice Keating District Attorney Birgit Fladager Sheriff-Coroner Jeff Dirkes The Back Story recommends you read their names and forget them. When you read their story, you won’t like it. 02:13:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoDeMartini,fladager,christiansonThe Jim DeMartini Slate June 5, 2018 Republican Central Committee Chair JimDeMartini CEO Janice Keating   U.S. Representative – District 10 Jeff Denhamfb4aabeb-7658-420d-be66-0eb537f19e7e1104fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/22/a-pattern-of-abuseNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/22/a-pattern-of-abuse/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/22/a-pattern-of-abuseThu, 22 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMTA pattern of abuseCity of Patterson, California Elected  officials put on notice to faithfully execute the law in an impartial way and stop abuse in the Hispanic community. of Patterson. Patterson Police Chief Jeff Dirkse is a candidate for Stanislaus County Sheriff and would continue to protect the legacy of Adam Christianson Our guest is John Mataka and our call in number is 846.1814.   01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonodirkse,patterson,civil,rights,sheriffLetter of complaint for civil rights violations demand to transfer Sheriff Lt. Jeff Dirkse from Patterson.0384f8f9-5717-4dd2-8301-cf1ac7b7b3cb1103fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/21/sheriff-scott--dangerous-criminal-immigrantsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/21/sheriff-scott--dangerous-criminal-immigrants/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/21/sheriff-scott--dangerous-criminal-immigrantsWed, 21 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMTSheriff Scott : "Dangerous criminal immigrants"Sheriff tells Trump of "spectacular failures every single day" in California BY FRANCO ORDOÑEZ fordonez@mcclatchydc.com March 20, 2018 02:38 PM Updated 7 minutes ago WASHINGTON  Sacramento Sheriff Scott Jones traveled to the White House Tuesday and told President Donald Trump that California is full of "spectacular failures" where dangerous criminal immigrants are released from jail every single day. The visit came amid increased tension between the administration and California municipalities on sanctuary city policies. Jones joined a group of local law enforcement officials, lawmakers and administration officials for a roundtable discussion with Trump, Attorney General Jeff Sessions and ICE Director Thomas Homan as they clamp down on sanctuary cities that refuse to cooperate with federal immigration officials. "There are spectacular failures every single day around California, and I’m sure beyond, of folks that ICE wants as part of their priority, criminals, that are going to go out and at a known recidivism rate and victimize other folks that we’re unable to capture, apprehend and keep detained for deportation," Scott told Trump.   01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonoscott,trump,sessions,immigrantSheriff tells Trump of "spectacular failures every single day" in California BY FRANCO ORDOÑEZ8bc20986-c5ff-4051-ab39-418d53e68aaf1102fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/20/candidates-everywhere-what-do-they-want-to-do-for-usNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/20/candidates-everywhere-what-do-they-want-to-do-for-us/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/20/candidates-everywhere-what-do-they-want-to-do-for-usTue, 20 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMTCandidates everywhere! What do they want to do for us?Vulnerable House Republicans craft an immigration plan BY KATE IRBY kirby@mcclatchy.com March 19, 2018 01:00 PM Updated 2 hours 1 minute ago WASHINGTON  Republicans represent 23 congressional districts that Democrat Hillary Clinton won in 2016. Thirteen of those Republicans are banding together to push their own plan to force action on immigration. It’s probably going nowhere, meaning the plan’s purpose is to help protect these vulnerable GOP lawmakers politically as Republicans and Democrats remain stuck over how to tackle immigration issues. Darrell West, vice president of governance studies at the Brookings Institution, a nonpartisan think tank, said Republicans are simply giving themselves political cover. “They can say they made an effort, then blame Congress as a whole for not taking action,” West said. The vulnerable Republicans’ plan, introduced by Rep. Jeff Denham, R-Calif., with 38 other Republicans Monday, would have the House consider a series of immigration bills. Two of the bills – the DREAM Act and the USA Act – have been backed by both Democrats and Republicans. The USA Act provides a path to legal citizenship for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients while also providing more for immigration enforcement policies. The DREAM Act provides a path to legal citizenship without increased immigration enforcement.   01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonodre act,republicans,congressIt's time to let the Back Story be your source in bridging the gap between propaganda and the need to know.8112ad7b-f8f0-4f4b-8741-60f1eb2e62791101fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/17/details-of-the-sheriffs-coverup-in-craig-prescotts-deathNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/17/details-of-the-sheriffs-coverup-in-craig-prescotts-death/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/17/details-of-the-sheriffs-coverup-in-craig-prescotts-deathSat, 17 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMTDetails of the Sheriff's coverup in Craig Prescott's death.  BY THE SACRAMENTO BEE EDITORIAL BOARD March 16, 2018 05:00 AM Updated 11 hours 58 minutes ago It has been months since the nationally renowned Dr. Bennet Omalu abruptly quit his job as chief medical examiner of San Joaquin County, sending shock waves through California’s close-knit community of forensic pathologists. A brilliant practitioner with a stellar reputation for his work identifying a pattern of brain disease among NFL players, Omalu probably could work anywhere in the country. Californians should be thankful that he has opted, so far, to stay here. As his second act, he is lending his star power to long-overdue reform of California’s antiquated sheriff-coroner system, a conflict-prone setup that essentially puts local politicians in charge of suspicious death investigations, including deaths in custody. 00:57:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoCORONER,SHERIFFOLD SCANDAL RELEVANT GIVEN SHERIFF-CORONER6120ad5c-53e5-4cfa-b8a4-c3fa4d4192741100fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/16/confused-concerned-and-concernedNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/16/confused-concerned-and-concerned/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/16/confused-concerned-and-concernedFri, 16 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMTCONFUSED, CONFLICTED, AND CONCERNEDVideo shows San Joaquin officer hitting detainee. Sheriff agrees he should be charged San Joaquin County Sheriff Steve Moore said on Tuesday, March 13, 2018, that he supports the prosecution of a correctional officer seen on video striking a detainee from Manteca, CA . Teacher accidentally fires gun in California high school safety class, injuring 3 teens A teacher in Seaside, Calif., accidentally fired a handgun into a ceiling Tuesday while conducting a public safety class, injuring three students, police say. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonosan joaquin,mooreVideo shows San Joaquin officer hitting detainee. Sheriff agrees he should be charged San Joaquin County Sheriff Steve Moore said on Tuesday, March 13, 2018, tdda49d7c-7ece-4be3-b2bc-53906fd35b04199fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/15/people-of-power-and-means-want-exclusion-not-solutionNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/15/people-of-power-and-means-want-exclusion-not-solution/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/15/people-of-power-and-means-want-exclusion-not-solutionThu, 15 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMTPEOPLE OF POWER AND MEANS WANT EXCLUSION, NOT SOLUTIONModesto backs homeless shelter plan, but mayor raises questions Modesto leaders are backing a proposal to open a temporary, 60-bed homeless shelter and day center near downtown, which could open as soon as June. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoCITY AND COUNTY WANT TO HELP THE HOMELESS?68a9622d-8b6f-41e0-9ce1-07e43931412e198fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/14/demartini-adnd-petrulakis-politicall-slate-of-candidates-areNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/14/demartini-adnd-petrulakis-politicall-slate-of-candidates-are/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/14/demartini-adnd-petrulakis-politicall-slate-of-candidates-areWed, 14 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMTDeMartini adnd Petrulakis politicall slate of candidates are?DAVID BORING:  "PEOPLE OF POWER AND MEANS" DA BIRGIT FLADAGER:  "FRANK CARSON DEFENDED MAYOR CARMEN SABATINO" SHERIFF ADAM CHRISTIANSON:  "IF I EVER GET SABATINO IN MY JAIL, HE WILL NEVER SEE THE LIGHT OF DAY"   When you are on the Radar… beware! Anything and everything will be used to create evidence for case… not simply collect it. Profiling – sheriff Christian audio admitting itWiretapping – frank Carson audio of wiretapesMayor story about having a wiretap of a campaign poster discussion being used to accuse him of obstruction of justice, bribery…Surveillance intimidation – mayors story about being  tailed by a black  SUV driven by Kirk BunchOpen checkbook fishing expeditions, no right to know you are under investigation -Power of criminal justice system used to retaliate for civil complaints – Prescott audio was arrested in a retaliation from the Sheriff Office When you are officially under investigation/arrest Will not allow you 3rd party representation – audio clip of Christianson saying noLie to your family to get your life unbalanced –story about Paul’s wifeLie about cause of death  audio sheriff admitting gas started fireLie about events in arrest – SGT Fenn textsAudio of police radio – they had intel shoot was armed01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoDEMARTINI,PETRULAKIS,CHRISTIANSONWho rules the roost in the county and city?48bc36e6-9eec-4f12-91ac-75a57f11db93197fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/13/demartini-and-petrulakis-political-slate-of-candidates-areNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/13/demartini-and-petrulakis-political-slate-of-candidates-are/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/13/demartini-and-petrulakis-political-slate-of-candidates-areTue, 13 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMTDeMartini and Petrulakis political slate of candidates ARE?DAVID BORING: "PEOPLE OF POWER AND MEANS" DA BIRGIT FLADAGER:  "FRANK CARSON DEFENDED MAYOR CARMEN SABATINO"   SHERIFF ADAM CHRISTIANSON::  "IF I EVER GET SABATINO IN MY JAIL, HE WILL NEVER SEE THE LIGHT OF DAY" When you are on the Radar… beware! Anything and everything will be used to create evidence for case… not simply collect it. Profiling – sheriff Christian audio admitting itWiretapping – frank Carson audio of wiretapesMayor story about having a wiretap of a campaign poster discussion being used to accuse him of obstruction of justice, bribery…Surveillance intimidation – mayors story about being  tailed by a black  SUV driven by Kirk BunchOpen checkbook fishing expeditions, no right to know you are under investigation -Power of criminal justice system used to retaliate for civil complaints – Prescott audio was arrested in a retaliation from the Sheriff Office When you are officially under investigation/arrest Will not allow you 3rd party representation – audio clip of Christianson saying noLie to your family to get your life unbalanced –story about Paul’s wifeLie about cause of death  audio sheriff admitting gas started fireLie about events in arrest – SGT Fenn textsAudio of police radio – they had intel shoot was armed01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoDEMARTINI,FLADAGER,CARSONWho rules the roost in the county and city?60d99e1e-a2f0-48af-9c7c-e2d6911ba257196fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/10/stanislaus-county-justice-part-five-putting-it-togetherNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/10/stanislaus-county-justice-part-five-putting-it-together/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/10/stanislaus-county-justice-part-five-putting-it-togetherSat, 10 Mar 2018 01:00:00 GMTStanislaus County Justice PART FIVE: Putting it together Tonight we wrap up highly successful series “Stanislaus County Justice: Lies, Murder, & Cover-ups”.  We discuss the perpetrators, the collaborators and the bystanders surrounding high profile deaths within Stanislaus Justice.  The pattern that emerges brings clarity as certain names and tactics show up time after time within: Death of an innocent Death while a suspect Death while arrested Death while incarcerated Death while paroled A Stalinist judicial system exists within Stanislaus County.   It is not more powerful however than the efforts of those few who refuse to be silent.  We will mention some defiant hero’s in the community who have kept a light on the villains in this reign of terror… 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoModesto City Council,stanislaus,backstory,justice,sabatinoTonight we wrap up highly successful series “Stanislaus County Justice: Lies, Murder, & Cover-ups”.  We discuss the perpetrators, the collaborators and the bys841143a5-aba4-4c5b-98ac-9af151b551fb195fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/09/stanislaus-county-justice-part-four-the-craig-prescott-murderNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/09/stanislaus-county-justice-part-four-the-craig-prescott-murder/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/09/stanislaus-county-justice-part-four-the-craig-prescott-murderFri, 09 Mar 2018 01:00:00 GMTStanislaus County Justice PART FOUR: The Craig Prescott murderDo not miss tonight’s episode.  As part of our expose “Stanislaus County Justice: Lies, Murder, & Cover-ups” ,we review the brutal killing of former Deputy Craig Prescott in the Stanislaus County Jail.  We welcome Craig’s mother, Marilyn Prescott into the studio for a live interview.    Craig died in 2009 during an extraction from his cell, where he was tased, pepper-balled and eventually suffocated to death by eight custodial deputies.  His death drew attention to the numerous deaths in the facility.   Marilyn was tireless in her quest for justice in her son’s death, running the gauntlet of obviation, untruths, and false pathology reports in order to get to the truth.   Please join us as we spend at night with someone who has a front seat into the horrors in the Stanislaus Justice system. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonoback story,prescott,stanislaus,jail,sabatinoMarilyn Prescott is our guest as we review the brutal killing of former Deputy Craig Prescott in the Stanislaus County Jailbb6e7d6b-ff7b-4216-bb20-132b9e19cb84194fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/08/stanislaus-county-justice--part-three-57-pages-of-horrorNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/08/stanislaus-county-justice--part-three-57-pages-of-horror/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/08/stanislaus-county-justice--part-three-57-pages-of-horrorThu, 08 Mar 2018 01:00:00 GMTStanislaus County Justice - PART THREE: 57 pages of horror Tonight on 93.3FM at 5:00pm - Join us on the radio, online at http://tobtr.com/s/10647551 or call at (209) 846-7116. While preparing our series the “Lies, Murder, & Cover-ups within Stanislaus County justice” We obtained an official copy of the 57 page MEMORANDUM OF EVENTS, written by Dr. Bennet Omalu.   The document covers the adverse events occurring in the Sheriff’s office from 2007 until 2017.   It is a first person account of startling abuses in the Coroner’s office by the Sheriff to cover nefarious actives.   Dr. Omalu, a preeminent physician and researcher is a nationally recognized figure whose credibility is beyond reproach.  Tonight we will reviewthe details of his report - everything from corpse mutilation to falsification of death records.  As we go through the night, it will become obvious that so many of the bizarre reports out of the Stanislaus, mirror the documented events in San Joaquin.  Why is it that so many top officials from the Board of Supervisors, to those seeking to replace Adam Christianson are against separating the Coroner into an independent office?  Good question, see you tonight.  Join us on the radio, online at http://tobtr.com/s/10647551 or call at (209) 846-7116   01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor Sabatino,backstory,modesto,District Attorney,sheriffTonight on 93.3FM at 5:00pm - Join us on the radio, online at http://tobtr.com/s/10647551 or call at (209) 846-7116. While preparing our series the “Lies, Mf4cdac4d-1bc7-478d-b588-d09ddb6741f6193fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/07/stanislaus-county-justice-part-two-summary-justice-burning-suspects-aliveNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/07/stanislaus-county-justice-part-two-summary-justice-burning-suspects-alive/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/07/stanislaus-county-justice-part-two-summary-justice-burning-suspects-aliveWed, 07 Mar 2018 01:00:00 GMTStanislaus County Justice: PART TWO: Summary Justice, Burning suspects aliveStanislaus County Justice:  PART TWO: Summary Justice, Burning suspects alive - the Fenn Transcript by Mayor Carmen Sabatino March 6th, 2018 Overview Toniight we cover some breaking news regarding the ACLUs push to reform DA offices across the country through direct invovlement in elections nationwide.    We will then continue our  expose on the corruption, abuse, scandals, harassment and murders within the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department by digging into the transcipt of Sgt Fenns texts of joy and pride as he reports the firey death of a suspect during a standoff in REAL TIME.  Chilling stuff, be prepared.   01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonostanis,murder,Sabatino,modesto,backstoryStanislaus County Justice:  PART TWO: Summary Justice, Burning suspects alive - the Fenn Transcript by Mayor Carmen Sabatino March 6th, 2018 Overview Toniighb822e05a-51c7-43a3-9ada-568f6b35c1e5192fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/06/stanislaus-county-justice-lies-murder-cover-upsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/06/stanislaus-county-justice-lies-murder-cover-ups/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/06/stanislaus-county-justice-lies-murder-cover-upsTue, 06 Mar 2018 01:00:00 GMTStanislaus County Justice: Lies, Murder, & Cover-ups:Tonight on 93.3FM at 5:00pm. Stanislaus County Justice:  Lies, Murder, & Cover-ups:    Dateline 2009: Former corrections officer Craig Prescott was tased, pepper balled and crushed to death by guards in the Downtown Stanislaus County Jail.  Prescott, incarcerated after a nervous breakdown was murdered in cold blood.  His death was followed by an institutional cover-up that spanned from the guards who killed him, to the very top of the Sheriff’s and District Attorney’s Office.   Senate Bill 1303, which seeks to abolish the dual sheriff/coroner office in favor an independent medical examiner has brought much needed attention to the numerous murders at the hand of the Stanislaus Sheriff’s Department.  Among them is the blatant cover-up of the Craig Prescott murder which to this date have never been properly closed as the unsigned death certificate attests…. Tune in tonight for the beginning a week focused on the high profile murders by local law enforcement and the District Attorney’s attempt to cover the tracks of those responsible.  01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonosabatino,stanis,District Attorney,Sheriff,ChristianTonight on 93.3FM at 5:00pm. Stanislaus County Justice:  Lies, Murder, & Cover-ups:    Dateline 2009: Former corrections officer Craig Prescott was tased, peppc167d8f1-d54c-4823-b403-415861e43fa8191fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/03/downtown-property-owners-have-been-playedNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/03/downtown-property-owners-have-been-played/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/03/downtown-property-owners-have-been-playedSat, 03 Mar 2018 01:00:00 GMTDOWNTOWN PROPERTY OWNERS HAVE BEEN "PLAYED""PEOPLE OF POWER AND MEANS"  HAVE MADE AN END RUN AROUND LOCAL GOVERNMENT. PPM'S FORM PARTNERSHIPS WITH GOVERNMENT AND USE TAXPAYERS MONEY WITHOUT MUCH RISK. IT IS SOMETIMES CALLED "GOOD WORKS" BUT WHEN YOU LOOK CLOSE IT IS CORRUPTION. THE SYSTEM HAS ALWAYS BEEN WITH US, FROM GENERATION TO GENERATION,  THE CARDS ARE SHUFFLED AND THE SAME GAME IS PLAYED. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoGENERAL,COMMUNITY,LOCAL,GOVERNMENT,TAXESMEMBERS OF THE GENERAL COMMUNITY HAVE BEEN "HAD"bae865b2-153f-47c1-85e7-5c32dfa1f1ff190fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/02/domo-downtown-modesto-partnership-annual-report-2017Newshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/02/domo-downtown-modesto-partnership-annual-report-2017/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/02/domo-downtown-modesto-partnership-annual-report-2017Fri, 02 Mar 2018 01:00:00 GMTDOMO: DOWNTOWN MODESTO PARTNERSHIP ANNUAL REPORT 2017  EXTRA EXTRA BRIDEGROOM TO GIVE STATE OF DOMO ADDRESS!   In a highly anticipated State of DOMO address, CEO Josh Bridegroom will be sharing the great work that DoMo has done as well as promising an informative and inspirational night.  Tickets will be provided to some citizens, however most citizens who are only “part of the general community”, will have to pay for the privilege”.  With Interim Modesto City Manager Joe Lopez and County CEO Jody Hayes presenting, taxpaying citizens will most certainly be grateful for opportunity to open their wallets. Details on Bridegrooms speech are vague, but we will be watching with anticipation to see how the vison - free of the undesirable homeless, enforced by a private police force, are being executed in the utopian 1-mile carve out. For those taxpayers unable gain seating at this exclusive event featuring policy presentations from Government officials, we will be reporting on the exciting revelations of the night. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoBRIDEGROOM,DOMO,PRIVATE POLICEONE SQUARE MILE. ENDLESS POSSIBILITYab6e32fd-47d4-44c5-9dc0-c199cbac8587189fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/01/the-hatch-act--its-not-just-for-federal-employees-anymoreNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/01/the-hatch-act--its-not-just-for-federal-employees-anymore/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/03/01/the-hatch-act--its-not-just-for-federal-employees-anymoreThu, 01 Mar 2018 01:00:00 GMTThe Hatch Act : It’s not just for federal employees anymoreThe Hatch Act :  It’s not just for federal employees anymore The Hatch Act of 19391 (“Hatch Act”) was originally enacted to prevent federal employees from participating in partisan political activity, thereby curtailing corruption in the political process.  . In 1993, the law was amended to clarify that federal, state and local employees maintain certain rights to engage in personal, off-duty, voluntary partisan activity, speech and expression. Despite the clarification that off-duty speech is protected, the statutory restrictions  of the Hatch Act can have serious implications for federal, state and local government employees as well as those individuals who interact with these covered employees Government Code Section 19990 provides that:  "A State officer or employee shall not engage in any employment, activity, or enterprise which is clearly inconsistent, incompatible, in conflict with, or inimical to his/her duties as a State officer or employee. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoHatch,prohibited,actCalifornia Government Code Section 19990 provides that:af38c8ea-9d73-4e62-ac05-cb207ea252a4188fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/28/a-replay-of-scap-scandalNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/28/a-replay-of-scap-scandal/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/28/a-replay-of-scap-scandalWed, 28 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTA REPLAY OF SCAP SCANDALREMEMBER THE  FEDERAL NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGAM AND THE FAMOUS SCAP SCANDAL? IT HAS HAPPENED MANY TIMES AND WILL HAPPEN AGAIN. FOLLOW THE MONEY 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoWHAT HAPPENS TO FEDERAL MONEY AWARDED TO CITIES AND STATES? WHO WATCHES THE WAY THE MONEY IS SPENT AND FOLLOWS THE GUIDELINES?748299d2-4b29-4f01-aeaa-f3f2910e16c5187fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/27/more-bumps-in-the-road-for-fladagerNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/27/more-bumps-in-the-road-for-fladager/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/27/more-bumps-in-the-road-for-fladagerTue, 27 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTMORE BUMPS IN THE ROAD FOR FLADAGER“I have a lot of problems with your trying to get this in.” That was the final response by Judge Barbara Zuniga to Stanislaus County Chief Deputy District Attorney Marlisa Ferreira on January 19th during a hearing for Modesto attorney Frank Carson and two co-defendants charged with murder. Several attempts were made by the DA’s office to link statements gathered in a secret wiretap of a conversation between Balkit Atwal and Sabatino - to Obstruction of Justice and Bribery accusations. Sabatinos role as treasurer in the 2014 Political Action Committee to Recall Brigit Fladager, was offered as proof that he was involved in a conspiracy to break the law as well as obstruction of justice. Parts of the conversation regarding campaign posters for the 2014 PAC were suggested as proof of payoffs and bribery. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoZUNIGA,FERREIRA,SABATINOSTANISLAUS DA ACCUSES FORMER MAYOR OF OBSTRUCTION, BRIBERY Judge Barbara Zuniga shuts down the latest DA’s office attempt to obfuscate trial MODESTO, CA, FEB 23bf0305e0-f253-4654-9532-26d9f5a36a51186fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/24/breaking-news-stanislaus-da-accuses-former-mayor-of-obstruction-briberyNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/24/breaking-news-stanislaus-da-accuses-former-mayor-of-obstruction-bribery/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/24/breaking-news-stanislaus-da-accuses-former-mayor-of-obstruction-briberySat, 24 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTBREAKING NEWS: STANISLAUS DA ACCUSES FORMER MAYOR OF OBSTRUCTION, BRIBERYTonight we have late breaking news. STANISLAUS DA ACCUSES FORMER MAYOR OF OBSTRUCTION, BRIBERY Judge Barbara Zuniga shuts down the latest DA’s office attempt to obfuscate trial MODESTO, CA, FEB 23, 2018— in the latest embarrassment for the Stanislaus District Attorney’s office, Judge Barbara Zuniga repeatedly dismissed Chief Deputy District Attorney Marlisa Ferreira’s attempt to bring Former City of Modesto Mayor Carmen Sabatino into the Frank Carson trial. “I have a lot of problems with your trying to get this in.”  That was the final response by Judge Barbara Zuniga to Stanislaus County Chief Deputy District Attorney Marlisa Ferreira on January 19th during a hearing for Modesto attorney Frank Carson and two co-defendants charged with murder.   Several attempts were made by the DA’s office to link statements gathered in a secret wiretap of a conversation between Balkit Atwal and Sabatino - to Obstruction of Justice and Bribery accusations.    Sabatinos role as treasurer in the 2014 Political Action Committee to Recall Brigit Fladager, was offered as proof that he was involved in a conspiracy to break the law as well as obstruction of justice.  Parts of the conversation regarding campaign posters for the 2014 PAC were suggested as proof of payoffs and bribery.   01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonocarson case,da,Stanislaus county,fladager,modestoTonight we have late breaking news. STANISLAUS DA ACCUSES FORMER MAYOR OF OBSTRUCTION, BRIBERY Judge Barbara Zuniga shuts down the latest DA’s office attemptcb95c571-4eda-4e13-b4dc-f8f4caee7918185fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/23/canary-skeletons-at-the-city-of-modesto-a-shameless-pattern-of-abuseNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/23/canary-skeletons-at-the-city-of-modesto-a-shameless-pattern-of-abuse/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/23/canary-skeletons-at-the-city-of-modesto-a-shameless-pattern-of-abuseFri, 23 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTCanary skeleton’s at the City of Modesto – A shameless pattern of abuseCanary skeleton’s at the City of Modesto – A shameless pattern of abuse by the elected leadership Do not miss tonight’ radio show where the Mayor will be reviewing the “shocking” revelations that once again our trust in the Brandvold administration to effectively, fiscally and morally lead the City has been misplaced.    Once again, a critical issue has been mishandled with the shameless admission to the Citizens - “There were plenty of eyes on it, and we did not catch it”   How long will the laissez-faire, benefit of the doubt approach by the power brokers, players and pawns last in the face of blatant, elected official malfeasance… 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,brandvold,sabatino,mayor,councilCanary skeleton’s at the City of Modesto – A shameless pattern of abuse by the elected leadership Do not miss tonight’ radio show where the Mayor will be reviee304a110-faaa-4c54-b397-ca818135a717184fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/22/mayor-review-upcoming-district-attorney-election--june-2018Newshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/22/mayor-review-upcoming-district-attorney-election--june-2018/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/22/mayor-review-upcoming-district-attorney-election--june-2018Thu, 22 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTMayor Review upcoming District Attorney Election - June 2018 Mayor Review upcoming District Attorney Election  - June 2018, Breaking News June 2018 is the election date from deciding the next District Attorney There are 3 candidates District Attorney Birgit Fladager Deputy District Attorney John R. Mayne Patrick Kolasinski01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonoda,stanis,mayor,modesto,backstoryMayor Review upcoming District Attorney Election  - June 2018, Breaking News June 2018 is the election date from deciding the next District Attorney There65ead206-819e-4998-8b25-fcdefeb9aad5183fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/21/elected-disgrace-a-county-supervisor-and-district-attorneys-curious-obsessionNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/21/elected-disgrace-a-county-supervisor-and-district-attorneys-curious-obsession/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/21/elected-disgrace-a-county-supervisor-and-district-attorneys-curious-obsessionWed, 21 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTELECTED DISGRACE: A County Supervisor and District Attorney’s curious obsessionDo not miss tonight's show at 5:00PM on 93.3FM, or over the web at http://tobtr.com/s/10611587 or call in at 209 846-1814. Mayor Sabatino will review a factual account of the effects unchecked Government & Elected Officials had on his search for the American Dream, his freedom of speech, and his inalienable right to enumerated in the Declaration of Independence to pursue happiness. Having angered the Powerful People of Means by having the audacity to stand up and speak back - his tale is one that must be heard... as it is a cautionary tale. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomayor,Mayor Carmen sabatino,backstory,da,supervisorDo not miss tonight's show at 5:00PM on 93.3FM, or over the web at http://tobtr.com/s/10611587 or call in at 209 846-1814. Mayor Sabatino will review a factual9704f528-d893-4b5b-b229-79cee26d2205182fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/20/mayor-reviews-public-documents-news-articles-etc-regarding-district-attorneyNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/20/mayor-reviews-public-documents-news-articles-etc-regarding-district-attorney/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/20/mayor-reviews-public-documents-news-articles-etc-regarding-district-attorneyTue, 20 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTMayor reviews public documents, News Articles, etc regarding District AttorneyMayor reviews public documents, News Articles, etc regarding District Attorney  01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomayor,da,stanislaus,sabatinoMayor reviews public documents, News Articles, etc regarding District Attorney04e1ad41-915c-492e-81a4-2008a51c1a1c181fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/17/council-addresses-overspendingNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/17/council-addresses-overspending/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/17/council-addresses-overspendingSat, 17 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTCouncil addresses overspending:Regarding the Modesto overspending debacle – one thing is clear – we, the public are no closer to accountability or real answers.  That is because we, the public were never meant to get the truth.    In all the dust and smoke and noise during Tuesday night’s Council Meeting, very little substance or clear conclusions were reached. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoOVERSPENDING,MODESTO,COUNCIL MEETING,DEBACLEA night of smoke and mirrorsfabaffb0-7064-45e9-ad9a-aa686a324cd6180fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/16/annexing-car-dealers-or-building-housesNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/16/annexing-car-dealers-or-building-houses/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/16/annexing-car-dealers-or-building-housesFri, 16 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTANNEXING CAR DEALERS OR BUILDING HOUSES?Tonight the City Council will decide if they should move a step forward toward annexing up to 300 acres along North McHenry.  On the surface it sounds almost viable but lets take a closer look at the entire picture.  If the financial analysis from the Mayor’s 100 Day Committee can be trusted Modesto would net around $500,000 a year in taxes.  But as usual the devil is in the details and not everything has been brought out for consideration. 00:56:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMEASURE M,SEWER,EXTENSION,CAR DEALERS,CITY COUNCILWHAT DO THE PEOPLE OF"POWER AND MEANS REALLY WANT? So the City believes it can avoid sewer extension vote BUT it can still use the sewer extension for residenti0166cacb-628c-41a2-b3c5-2047d58cf109179fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/14/code-of-ethics-what-has-happened-to-the-modesto-beeNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/14/code-of-ethics-what-has-happened-to-the-modesto-bee/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/14/code-of-ethics-what-has-happened-to-the-modesto-beeWed, 14 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTCODE OF ETHICS: WHAT HAS HAPPENED TO THE MODESTO BEE?CODE OF ETHICS: SEEK TRUTH AND REPORT IT MINIMIZE HARM ACT INDEPENDENTLY BE ACCOUNTABLE AND TRANSPARENT 00:23:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoETHIC,MODESTO,BEE,ACTDON'T PICK A FIGHT WITH THOSE WHO BUY INK BY THE BARRELd6edf013-8077-4c86-bec5-98a39dd4cf3d178fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/13/protect-and-serve-taxpayer-public-police-private-security-militaryNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/13/protect-and-serve-taxpayer-public-police-private-security-military/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/13/protect-and-serve-taxpayer-public-police-private-security-militaryTue, 13 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTPROTECT AND SERVE? TAXPAYER PUBLIC POLICE, PRIVATE SECURITY, MILITARY? THE GROWING DILEMMA WE NOW FACE AS PRIVATE POLICE OFFICERS OUTNUMBER PUBLIC OFFICERS 2-1 AND THE CORPORATAE ELITE TRANSFORMS THE FACE OF POLICING INTO A PRIVATIZED AFFAIR THAT OPERATES BEYOND THE RECH OF THE FOURTH AMENDMENT. THE EMERGING AMERICAN POLICE STATE AN END REUN AROND THE CONSTITUTION. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoPOLICE,AMENDMENT,PRIVATE,PUBLICTHE GROWING DILEMMA WE NOW FACE AS PRIVATE POLICE OFFICERS OUTNUMBER PUBLIC OFFICERS 2-1 AND THE CORPORATAE ELITE TRANSFORMS THE FACE OF POLICING INTO A PRIVAT4e18e432-1733-4b99-bf08-5273a9fd7db2177fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/10/after-a-wild-week-of-news-the-mayor-talks-public-retirementNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/10/after-a-wild-week-of-news-the-mayor-talks-public-retirement/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/10/after-a-wild-week-of-news-the-mayor-talks-public-retirementSat, 10 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTAfter a wild week of News, the Mayor talks Public retirementAfter a wild week of News, the Mayor talks Public retirement 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonobackstory,modesto,mayor,retirementAfter a wild week of News, the Mayor talks Public retirement6a26071f-8efb-4707-8847-46fb814a0b12176fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/09/mayor-reviews-the-bees-coverage-of-the-annexation-and-talks-public-retirementNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/09/mayor-reviews-the-bees-coverage-of-the-annexation-and-talks-public-retirement/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/09/mayor-reviews-the-bees-coverage-of-the-annexation-and-talks-public-retirementFri, 09 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTMayor reviews the Bees coverage of the Annexation, and talks Public RetirementMayor reviews the Bees coverage of the Annexation, and talks Public Retirement 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonosabatino,backstory,modesto,annexation,beeMayor reviews the Bees coverage of the Annexation, and talks Public Retirement32b23dab-3774-4d49-87c0-db971b307658175fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/08/mayor-hits-the-breaking-news-reviews-last-nights-council-meeting-etcNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/08/mayor-hits-the-breaking-news-reviews-last-nights-council-meeting-etc/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/08/mayor-hits-the-breaking-news-reviews-last-nights-council-meeting-etcThu, 08 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTMayor hits the Breaking News, reviews last night's Council Meeting, etcMayor hits the Breaking News, reviews last night’s Council Meeting, reviews thoughts on the inept and shameful behavior of some of the members of the current City Council.   Due to the last few days breaking events, we have pushed the retirement discussion regarding public employees to tonight as time permits… 00:58:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor hits the Breaking News, reviews last night’s Council Meeting, reviews thoughts on the inept and shameful behavior of some of the members of the current Ci05e867b2-3559-4f4b-bf50-737ede10183a174fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/07/mayor-hits-current-events-and-drills-down-into-to-the-public-retirement-processNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/07/mayor-hits-current-events-and-drills-down-into-to-the-public-retirement-process/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/07/mayor-hits-current-events-and-drills-down-into-to-the-public-retirement-processWed, 07 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTMayor hits current events and drills down into to the Public retirement process Tonight at 5:00, after a review of some current events and any breaking news (including the latest grab at the McHenry Auto Dealers),  the Mayor drills down into the exact process used by Public employee groups to manipulate retirement benefits.   EVE-OPENING....  Read our report: http://www.backstorynews.com/modesto-pension-costs-skyrocketing-ya-think/   01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodeto,council,retirement,sabatino,mayorTonight at 5:00, after a review of some current events and any breaking news (including the latest grab at the McHenry Auto Dealers),  the Mayor drills down inec97b815-5534-45ad-a908-e34150448594173fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/06/mayors-monday-kickoff-to-the-weekNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/06/mayors-monday-kickoff-to-the-week/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/06/mayors-monday-kickoff-to-the-weekTue, 06 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTMayors Monday Kickoff to the Week Lots to talk about - City Retirement, The Culture" Copout", and previews of this weekly stories.  Lead Story will be reviewing the actual truth behind the retirement disaster facing the City of Modesto.  With Modesto's unfunded liability for its pensions at $301.8 million (as of June 2016), the time for kicking the can down the Road is over....     01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,Mayor Sabatino,Retirement,council,CalPersLots to talk about - City Retirement, The Culture" Copout", and previews of this weekly stories.  Lead Story will be reviewing the actual truth behind the reti258b997a-0e3a-405f-89fb-dc45afec098c172fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/03/the-councils-city-manager-11-month-itchNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/03/the-councils-city-manager-11-month-itch/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/03/the-councils-city-manager-11-month-itchSat, 03 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTThe Council’s City Manager 11 month itch… In tonights episode The Mayor will be discussing the latest example of Modesto's dysfunction.    11 months after the unexpected termination of a City Manager, the City is JUST NOW going to have Council Members spend 30 minutes with a recruiter to determine what abilities a City Manager should have.    The first disservice to the public was the Council firing of a City Manager without a replacement.  The second was the disingenuous foot-dragging that resulted in over a 1-year delay in getting a qualified person at the helm.  The third disservice is that due to this unforgivable delay, the Council will now be forced to hire an expert in damage control instead of a getting a top-notch, forward-looking executive.  “HINT – any desirable candidate will review the dysfunction, backstabbing, scandals and erratic behavior over the last year and stay far away from Modesto” Tune in for this don't-miss episode.   01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,mayor sabatino,city manager,backstoryIn tonights episode The Mayor will be discussing the latest example of Modesto's dysfunction.    11 months after the unexpected termination of a City Manager,73d8ba5a-8da1-4002-acc4-5b31d9d602de171fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/02/tonight-we-talk-with-michael-eggman-candidate-for-congress-in-district-10Newshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/02/tonight-we-talk-with-michael-eggman-candidate-for-congress-in-district-10/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/02/tonight-we-talk-with-michael-eggman-candidate-for-congress-in-district-10Fri, 02 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTTonight we talk with Michael Eggman, Candidate for Congress in District 10 Tonight we talk with Michael Eggman, Candidate for Congress in District 10 (First of all the invited Candidates to appear) Feb 1st, 2018 - FM93.3 at 5:00pm Among the discussion points will be the local media's response such as the Article in the Modesto Bee written that you can read in the Modesto Bee to see the entire article..  http://www.modbee.com/…/politics-gove…/article197234849.html 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonoeggman,sabatino,backstory,modestoTonight we talk with Michael Eggman, Candidate for Congress in District 10 (First of all the invited Candidates to appear) Feb 1st, 2018 - FM93.3 at 5:00pm20c9520a-8161-45f4-8b69-48d285616f6f170fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/01/modesto-has-a-chronic-sickness-can-we-find-a-cureNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/01/modesto-has-a-chronic-sickness-can-we-find-a-cure/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/02/01/modesto-has-a-chronic-sickness-can-we-find-a-cureThu, 01 Feb 2018 01:00:00 GMTModesto has a chronic sickness; can we find a cure?January 27, 2018 06:04 PM Updated January 26, 2018 06:10 PM Just how sick is the city of Modesto? Let’s review the symptoms: First is the $16 million in unauthorized spending. It began when a city revealed a contract for street repairs had been overspent. Then the number grew to nine. Now, we’re told there are 45 similarly overspent contracts due to precious little oversight and, apparently, no accountability. But this isn’t a seasonal flu; in Modesto it’s a chronic condition. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMODESTO,SICK,MILLION,STREET,REPAIRSJust how sick is the city of Modesto?935d6863-27ad-42fa-a948-e1a2140af0c5169fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/31/eggman-entry-opens-the-processNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/31/eggman-entry-opens-the-process/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/31/eggman-entry-opens-the-processWed, 31 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTEggman entry opens the processEggman changes his mind, enters race against Denham once more BY GARTH STAPLEY gstapley@modbee.com January 29, 2018 03:13 PM Updated January 29, 2018 07:38 PM Democrat Michael Eggman, who lost congressional races to Republican Jeff Denham in 2014 and 2016, will try a third time this year, he announced Monday. News of Eggman's candidacy affected a Sunday Democratic caucus, with no clear-cut winner emerging from a field of five others who had spent months angling for the party endorsement. Rather than rally behind a single strong candidate early in the race, Democrats may wait until the June Primary to see who will challenge Denham in November for the 10th Congressional District seat, which he has represented since 2010. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoEGGMAN,DEMOCRAT,DENHAMCarmen Sabatino · Publisher at The Back Story Eggman will be the guest Thursday 2/1 at 5PM on The Back Story FM 93.3 with former Mayor Carmen Sabatino. Eggman1e57bfab-ef4d-4ffb-a841-96f0b9b99c9d168fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/30/modesto-pension-costs-expected-to-skyrocket-ya-thinkNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/30/modesto-pension-costs-expected-to-skyrocket-ya-think/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/30/modesto-pension-costs-expected-to-skyrocket-ya-thinkTue, 30 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTModesto pension costs expected to skyrocket – ya think?The writer Even Rosen once summed up the difference between negotiation and collaboration this way: Negotiation is “I win, you lose” or “I win bigger than you win.” Collaboration is “win, win.”  The writer Even Rosen once summed up the difference between negotiation and collaboration this way: Negotiation is “I win, you lose” or “I win bigger than you win.” Collaboration is “win, win.”       The writer Even Rosen once summed up the difference between negotiation and collaboration this way: Negotiation is “I win, you lose” or “I win bigger than you win.” Collaboration is “win, win.”   The writer Even Rosen once summed up the difference between negotiation and collaboration this way: Negotiation is “I win, you lose” or “I win bigger than you win.” Collaboration is “win, win.”   The writer Even Rosen once summed up the difference between negotiation and collaboration this way: Negotiation is “I win, you lose” or “I win bigger than you win.” Collaboration is “win, win.”          01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMODESTO,PENSION,EMPLOYEESThe writer Even Rosen once summed up the difference between negotiation and collaboration this way: Negotiation is “I win, you lose” or “I win bigger than you w9971bb64-3b7c-47b6-946c-46f835ea02c0167fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/27/tonight-we-will-be-discussing-the-nuts-and-bolts-of-creating-elected-officials-Newshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/27/tonight-we-will-be-discussing-the-nuts-and-bolts-of-creating-elected-officials-/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/27/tonight-we-will-be-discussing-the-nuts-and-bolts-of-creating-elected-officials-Sat, 27 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTTonight we will be discussing the nuts and bolts of creating elected Officials -Tonight we will be discussing the nuts and bolts of creating elected Officials - George Petrulakis Style The story is nothing new.  It goes like this: Special Interests are unable to accomplish their goals without Elected Official involvement/approval in some form.  Special Interests do not “roll the dice” when gaining favor from Elected Officials.Special Interests rely on “power brokers” who create candidates, organize top dollar funding and then assure election of the candidate.Special Interests then have an Elected Official, beholden to their goals so that the Government interference is minimized.Elected officials by large become driven by a goal to be reelected.  Since the key to reelection is campaign money – they must remain loyal to the special interests that put them in office.Elected officials who stray from the “Special Interest line” without permission often find themselves witnessing the creation of their replacement. The main Special Interest players in this area are: Real estate and Developers. PMZ Real Estate President Mike Zagaris lead this areaLarge agricultural and industry donors The Power Broker in this area is: Land use attorney George Petrulakis A few of the Elected Officials used for this discussion are: Janice KeatingKatherine BorgesKristen Olsen01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonosabatino,mayor,modesto,backstoryTonight we will be discussing the nuts and bolts of creating elected Officials - George Petrulakis Styleac979c83-1f89-4d14-b267-bee1375df344166fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/26/modesto-overspending--the-city-councils-smoke-and-mirrors-meetingNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/26/modesto-overspending--the-city-councils-smoke-and-mirrors-meeting/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/26/modesto-overspending--the-city-councils-smoke-and-mirrors-meetingFri, 26 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTModesto Overspending - The City Council's Smoke and mirrors meetingModesto Overspending - The City Council's Smoke and mirrors meeting.    They Mayor will be addressing some of the observations of the 23rd Council Meeting, the Consultants written report and other thoughts on this drama that is FAR FROM OVER 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoModesto Overspending - The City Council's Smoke and mirrors meetingc47f4c08-127c-4b22-9f0b-7a47a69e21d8165fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/25/new-business-is-old-businessNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/25/new-business-is-old-business/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/25/new-business-is-old-businessThu, 25 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTNEW BUSINESS IS OLD BUSINESSBACK STORY 01:58:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoCITY OVERSPRNDSCITY IN TROUBLEf6900ef6-83a8-4db8-ac0c-24496fde5a14164fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/24/modesto-bee-what-role-did-group-think-and-its-not-my-job-play-in-modestoNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/24/modesto-bee-what-role-did-group-think-and-its-not-my-job-play-in-modesto/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/24/modesto-bee-what-role-did-group-think-and-its-not-my-job-play-in-modestoWed, 24 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTMODESTO BEE: What role did ‘group think’ and ‘it’s not my job’ play in Modesto’The Back Story is an online journal of fact (original reporting) and opinion. It is specifically intended to be an alternative to the local newspaper, where certain news items are under-reported (or not reported at all), where not all points of view make it into print, and where current economic conditions have rendered investigative reporting all but extinct. The emphasis will be on the Stanislaus County area: political, economic, social, cultural that affect those of us who live here. We are not suggesting that we are going to supplant the daily newspaper, but we ARE stating that there is a considerable gap between what happens in and around our communities and what is reported, and we propose to fill that gap. There are individuals, groups and concepts that are considered untouchable, and we think that is very unhealthy and downright dangerous to the concept of representative democracy. We believe that there are untapped talents in our local communities people who know and understand what is happening and how things are working and are able to cogently express this understanding and knowledge. Not everyone with these capabilities draws a paycheck from the local newspaper, and we intend to identify and encourage them. Be a little patient with us as we build this thing. Think about what we need to include and, perhaps, how you might contribute. Don’t be afraid to contact us and share your thoughts, even if it’s just to give us a piece of your mind. And again welcome to the Back Story. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoDEMOCRACY,CULTURE,GAPPINNACLE FORUM: TRANSFORM LEADERS TO TRANSFORM THE CULTURE GO GOOGLE8e00c3fa-c38c-4962-a222-83435aefbf8a163fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/23/modesto-bee-what-role-did-group-think-and-its-not-my-job-play-in-modestoNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/23/modesto-bee-what-role-did-group-think-and-its-not-my-job-play-in-modesto/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/23/modesto-bee-what-role-did-group-think-and-its-not-my-job-play-in-modestoTue, 23 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTMODESTO BEE: What role did ‘group think’ and ‘it’s not my job’ play in Modesto’KEVIN VALINE: kvaline@modbee.com Updated January 21, 2018 05:14 PM Modesto’s problems with its purchasing practices — in which it spent millions of dollars more than authorized by the City Council or by the actual agreements — took place in a workplace culture in which city departments did not believe it was their job to keep track of their contracts or to question the actions of the purchasing division. That was among the findings in a review conducted for the city by Bob Deis, a former Stockton city manager and senior consultant with the public management group of the Renne Sloan Holtzman Sakai law firm. “(A) basic internal control and a key component of a healthy culture is the shared responsibility of good business practices,” Deis wrote in his 11-page review. “I’m sure these same departments will express opinions when it comes to personnel matters, but why not contracting/purchases matters? They deferred to the purchasing (division) to perform their magic, which is a concern.” That magic was troubling. The city has said purchasing employees extended contracts and increased the amounts that could be spent without approval. “I have never seen purchasing staff willing to amend contracts (both term and dollar amount), or create a new contract without the proper council approval,” Deis wrote. “... The fact that operating departments did not question this practice, when it involved contracts solely for their department’s use, is surprising to me.” 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoDEIS,PURCHASING,CULTUREMAYOR SABATINO: DO THE PEOPLE OF POWER AND MEANS THINK WE ARE STUPID?dfac3fb4-4bef-4c74-88ed-11f32fa958ae162fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/20/the-back-story-to-dunbars-storyNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/20/the-back-story-to-dunbars-story/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/20/the-back-story-to-dunbars-storySat, 20 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTTHE BACK STORY TO DUNBARS STORYDemocrats had trouble organizing a debate; they’ll have more trouble trying to dislodge Denham (despite Trump) 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoDUNBAR,DEBATE,TRUMP,DEMOCRATWHAT DUNBAR COULD HAVE REPORTED52172e3c-b6a1-441b-a761-ec52ab4606e2161fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/19/appointed-mayorsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/19/appointed-mayors/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/19/appointed-mayorsFri, 19 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTAPPOINTED MAYORSCANDIDATE BRANDVOL: “I WAS RECRUITED BY PETRULAKIS BUT I ’M NOT TAKING HIS HELP.” AFTER TAKING GEORGES HELP HE SAID, “I WAS PERSUADED TO RUN.” TURNED IN PAPERS ON THE LAST DAY OF FILING. 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonobrandvol,recruitedMayors are recruited, appointed, and electedd037996f-212f-4167-86d1-96d81df0f90f160fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/18/elected-offices-bought-and-soldNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/18/elected-offices-bought-and-sold/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/18/elected-offices-bought-and-soldThu, 18 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTELECTED OFFICES BOUGHT AND SOLDDon’t underestimate the importance of super PAC money in local elections this year.   By Paul Blumenthal WASHINGTON — The influence of billionaires in the post-Citizens United era is in no way limited to the 2016 presidential and congressional elections. While the super-wealthy dominate those races, local and state elections in 2015 are also attracting big money from Forbes-listed billionaires and local wealthy interests that’s funneled through super PACs. 01:04:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoLOCAL,ELECTIONS,BILLIONAIRES,CANDIDATEMONEY IS THE MEANS MOTIVE WHAT IS THE MOTIVE?8e780989-72eb-4b24-873e-b844d4c5cb9d159fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/17/cliques-and-clubs-in-the-political-party-systemNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/17/cliques-and-clubs-in-the-political-party-system/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/17/cliques-and-clubs-in-the-political-party-systemWed, 17 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTCliques and Clubs in the Political Party SystemToday the Mayor will discuss Cliques and Clubs in the Political Party System  Across this Country, there are danger signs for concerned and involved citizens among both the Democratic and Republican Party Structures.   01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonodemocrat,sabatino,mayor,stanislaus,electionsCliques and Clubs in the Political Party System7f2083ae-3fc0-40d1-950d-2feb2c54d53f158fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/13/who-investigates-the-investigatorsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/13/who-investigates-the-investigators/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/13/who-investigates-the-investigatorsSat, 13 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTWHO INVESTIGATES THE INVESTIGATORS?PROSECUTORS WHO VIOLATE THE LAW AND GET AWAY WITH IT. WHY HAS FLADAGER CALLED THE MAYOR TO COURT ONLY TO BE DENIED BY THE JUDGE? SHE CAN ALWAYS CHANGE HER MIND. THE MODESTO BEE CAN SURELY FIND OUT. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoVIOLATE,CIVIL,RIGHTS,PROSECUTORETHE BACK STORY2350f688-eca3-4465-9a96-ceaf6caac1de157fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/12/rank-security-contracts-with-city-and-county-under-scrutinyNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/12/rank-security-contracts-with-city-and-county-under-scrutiny/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/12/rank-security-contracts-with-city-and-county-under-scrutinyFri, 12 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTRANK SECURITY CONTRACTS WITH CITY AND COUNTY UNDER SCRUTINYBoard of Supervisors Dec 12, 2017 Approve an agreement with Rank Investigation and Protection, Inc. for the provision of Private Investigation Services for runaway/missing children in Foster Care.00:59:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoRANK,SECURITY,COUNTY,INVESTIGATIONRUNAWAY/MISSING CHILDREN IN FOSTER CARE163bc296-a494-4d89-9ce7-3c88e4146f28156fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/11/da-accuses-mayor-of-criminal-activityNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/11/da-accuses-mayor-of-criminal-activity/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/11/da-accuses-mayor-of-criminal-activityThu, 11 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTDA accuses Mayor of criminal activity Don't miss tonights Episode as we will be discussing the latest turn of events as the DA now accuses the Mayor of criminal conduct... 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,da,District Attorney,sabatinoDon't miss tonights Episode as we will be discussing the latest turn of events as the DA now accuses the Mayor of criminal conduct...55ef688a-9536-4d1b-9cb0-6f917ceee9c3155fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/10/da-purges-spectators-from-carson-courtroomNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/10/da-purges-spectators-from-carson-courtroom/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/10/da-purges-spectators-from-carson-courtroomWed, 10 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTDA PURGES SPECTATORS FROM CARSON COURTROOMJustice Delayed: Murder cases still piling up in Stanislaus courts Judges, attorneys and Stanislaus court administrators have not removed a glut of local murder cases, two years after The Modesto Bee highlighted the troubling backlog with its high costs, financial and emotional. Adjusted for population, murder cases here remain twice as high as the statewide average, according to data gathered from 50 of California’s 58 counties in a new Bee analysis. And old Stanislaus murder cases, defined as waiting five years or more for trial, continue stacking up at a rate triple the statewide average. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoDA,PURGE,CARSONDA SAYS MAYOR SABATINOS CRITICISM OF HER IS ILLEGAL4a7a826a-1988-4791-a897-f9daaebd6c50154fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/09/overspending-at-the-city-of-modesto-the-scapegoat-excuseNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/09/overspending-at-the-city-of-modesto-the-scapegoat-excuse/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/09/overspending-at-the-city-of-modesto-the-scapegoat-excuseTue, 09 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTOverspending at the City of Modesto: the Scapegoat excuseModesto Bee Article … Modesto issued Rank a two-year contract in 2009 not to exceed $50,000 for security guards, but staff extended the contract to 2016 and the amount without council authorization. The report says Modesto paid Rank $228,946.In addition to the contract that expired in 2016, Modesto issued Rank Investigations & Protection a two-year contract that is not to exceed $50,000. The contract expires In January, but the $50,000 threshold was met in October. City officials extended through June and increased by another $61,000.Rank provides security guards at city parks, the city’s three downtown parking garages, Modesto Centre Plaza and at special events.01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoRANK,SECURITY,MODESTOMAZE OF RESOLUTIONS AND CONTRACTS WITH RANK SECURITYa26ffc32-1aec-49d6-a83c-648f2afceb2b153fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/06/friday-mayors-week-review-and-stack-of-stuffNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/06/friday-mayors-week-review-and-stack-of-stuff/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/06/friday-mayors-week-review-and-stack-of-stuffSat, 06 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTFriday Mayors week review and stack of stuff.Friday Mayors week review and stack of stuff. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoFriday Mayors week review and stack of stuff.7e9b18b2-da27-4fbb-ad66-ef6744a32ef0152fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/05/stanislaus-republican-central-committeeNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/05/stanislaus-republican-central-committee/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/05/stanislaus-republican-central-committeeFri, 05 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTSTANISLAUS REPUBLICAN CENTRAL COMMITTEE The Stanislaus Republican Central Committee has agreed to pay a $10,000 fine for laundering money to an unsuccessful candidate for state controller six years ago. It's the third time since 2008 that the committee has gotten in trouble with a state enforcement agency for deception in campaign finances. The most recent penalty - the maximum allowed under law - is considered tentative until formally accepted March 17 by the California Fair Political Practices Commission, although Stanislaus players signed off on terms, the FPPC reported Monday. Jim DeMartini, the local GOP committee chairman and a county supervisor, said the committee did no wrong but chose to pay the $10,000 fine rather than wage an expensive court battle. "The FPPC is just extorting the money out of us," DeMartini said. "We'll hold our nose and pay it." 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoStainislaus County,DeMartini,Republican CommitteeThe Stanislaus Republican Central Committee has agreed to pay a $10,000 fine for laundering money to an unsuccessful candidate for state controller six years a264c7981-266c-4eb9-b18c-27c1bac426a1151fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/04/stanislaus-republican-central-committeeNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/04/stanislaus-republican-central-committee/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/04/stanislaus-republican-central-committeeThu, 04 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTSTANISLAUS REPUBLICAN CENTRAL COMMITTEEThe Stanislaus Republican Central Committee has agreed to pay a $10,000 fine for laundering money to an unsuccessful candidate for state controller six years ago. It's the third time since 2008 that the committee has gotten in trouble with a state enforcement agency for deception in campaign finances. The most recent penalty - the maximum allowed under law - is considered tentative until formally accepted March 17 by the California Fair Political Practices Commission, although Stanislaus players signed off on terms, the FPPC reported Monday. Jim DeMartini, the local GOP committee chairman and a county supervisor, said the committee did no wrong but chose to pay the $10,000 fine rather than wage an expensive court battle. "The FPPC is just extorting the money out of us," DeMartini said. "We'll hold our nose and pay it." 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoDEMARTINI,REPUBLICAN,CENTRALDEMARTINI AGREES TO PAY $10,000 FINE FOR LAUNDERING MONEY6d9f2e49-ff33-41c9-bd66-5120bbb97b9f150fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/03/local-gop-retains-demartini-as-committee-chairwhyNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/03/local-gop-retains-demartini-as-committee-chairwhy/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2018/01/03/local-gop-retains-demartini-as-committee-chairwhyWed, 03 Jan 2018 01:00:00 GMTLOCAL GOP RETAINS DEMARTINI AS COMMITTEE CHAIR...WHY?Where to begin with Supervisor Jim DeMartini…. Honestly, I’m going to just bullet point out how seriously he violates the non-partisan limitations of his office. By Law, the Stanislaus Supervisors are elected on a non-partisan basis. This has been verified by a call to the Stanislaus County Registrar of voter’s office (209) 525-5200.  It can also be verified by looking at the description of the County CEOs job description where it states, “Stanislaus County is a general law county governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors, who are elected on a non-partisan basis to four-year overlapping terms” 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoDEMARTINI,COUNTY,CITYREPUBLICANS CONTROL VOTES ON CITY AND COUNTY0f93c1c4-a1e8-4bc6-80bc-78a2b3a88571149fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/30/mayors-friday-stack-of-stuffNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/30/mayors-friday-stack-of-stuff/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/30/mayors-friday-stack-of-stuffSat, 30 Dec 2017 01:00:00 GMTMayors Friday Stack of stuffAfter wrapping comments on the 100 day comittee... the mayor will discuss Jim DeMartini, a longtime conservative leader, is preparing to serve as chairman of the Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors next year.   01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomayor,modesto,DeMartini,Supervisor,Stanislaus countyMayors Friday Stack of stuff - finish up comments on 100 day committee, and discuss our new Chairman of the Stanislaus Board of Supervisors6cd6db24-933d-496a-b466-6bda33390620148fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/29/mayor-sabatino-reviews-the-100-day-committeeNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/29/mayor-sabatino-reviews-the-100-day-committee/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/29/mayor-sabatino-reviews-the-100-day-committeeFri, 29 Dec 2017 01:00:00 GMTMayor Sabatino reviews the 100 Day Committee Mayor Sabatino reviews the 100 Day Committee .    Modesto Mayor Ted Brandvold promised Modesto citizens during the election campaign that he would conduct a review of City Iinances and operations. Upon his election, it was clear to the Mayor that circumstances demanded he start with a 100-day review of City Finances. The Mayor will review the highlights of the report with a critical eye 01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinono100 day committee,council,mayor,modesto,sabatinoMayor Sabatino reviews the 100 Day Committee .    Modesto Mayor Ted Brandvold promised Modesto citizens during the election campaign that he would conduct a re82bedb5c-62de-464a-985e-092b40daf741147fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/23/mayors-review-of-community-volunteering--non-profit-and-public-committeesNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/23/mayors-review-of-community-volunteering--non-profit-and-public-committees/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/23/mayors-review-of-community-volunteering--non-profit-and-public-committeesSat, 23 Dec 2017 01:00:00 GMTMayors review of community volunteering - Non-Profit and Public CommitteesMayors review of community volunteering - Non-Profit and Public Committees. Interesting night as the various organizations and public committees that have so much influence in City Governance and Police are explored.     01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,city council,Carmen Sabatino,chanber,100 day committeMayors review of community volunteering - Non-Profit and Public Committees. Interesting night as the various organizations and public committees that have so mu28de5229-ee77-40fe-ab68-e3839eeb49d8145fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/22/mayors-night-to-talk-about-a-bunch-of-things-investigator-bunch-that-isNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/22/mayors-night-to-talk-about-a-bunch-of-things-investigator-bunch-that-is/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/22/mayors-night-to-talk-about-a-bunch-of-things-investigator-bunch-that-isFri, 22 Dec 2017 01:00:00 GMTMayors night to talk about a BUNCH of things, Investigator Bunch that is...Mayors night to talk about a BUNCH of  things, Investigator Bunch that is...  Tune in to go through the Mayors extensive files regarding the conduct of Criminal Investigator Kirk Bunch.   Dont miss tonight... 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomayor,carmen,sabatino,kirk bunch,daMayors night to talk about a BUNCH of things, Investigator Bunch that is...70118e86-eca8-41fd-b6cd-9d81e2e069d7144fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/21/a-confession-that-everyone-already-knows-it-not-a-confession-the-modesto-beeNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/21/a-confession-that-everyone-already-knows-it-not-a-confession-the-modesto-bee/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/21/a-confession-that-everyone-already-knows-it-not-a-confession-the-modesto-beeThu, 21 Dec 2017 01:00:00 GMTA confession that everyone already knows it not a confession – The Modesto BeeTONIGHT A confession that everyone already knows is not a confession – A discussion on the Modesto Bee Article by Anders Gyllenhaal on Dec 1st, 2017 entitled: How do you know if you can trust what you’re reading? The Dec 1st article in the Modesto Bee was startling in a few ways: They openly discussed the fact that Americans do not trust the news they read. They hit three point behind the skepticism – People do not trust whether the news is reliable, whether it contains an agenda, and where the “ingredients” come from. They openly and startlingly admitted that McClatchy willingly turned over their content (News stories) to the technology giants in exchange for readership many times larger than a decade ago. On its face, it would seem that a news organization has taking time for self-reflection and found themselves wanting.  Yes, at first glance it would appear that they and other news organizations are taking steps to remedy the situation.  Sadly, nothing could be farther from the truth.   Like a woman with a 10-year old child “confessing that she has once been pregnant”, McClatchy’s article is overdue, incomplete and disingenuous.      Tune in... 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonobee,carmen s,modestoTONIGHT A confession that everyone already knows is not a confession – A discussion on the Modesto Bee Article by Anders Gyllenhaal on Dec 1st, 2017 entitled: He36fb181-b790-4156-ae39-2243a4229c81143fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/20/the-mayor-tuesday-stack-of-stuff--rank-security-chamber-and-moreNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/20/the-mayor-tuesday-stack-of-stuff--rank-security-chamber-and-more/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/20/the-mayor-tuesday-stack-of-stuff--rank-security-chamber-and-moreWed, 20 Dec 2017 01:00:00 GMTThe Mayor Tuesday stack of Stuff - Rank Security, Chamber and moreThe Mayor Tuesday stack of Stuff - Rank Security, Chamber and more...   01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonocarmen sabatino,mayor,modesto,chamber,rank securityThe Mayor Tuesday stack of Stuff - Rank Security, Chamber and morea08c2484-2324-4cfe-b5b4-688187663e30142fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/19/stanislaus-justice-system-and-other-topicsNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/19/stanislaus-justice-system-and-other-topics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/19/stanislaus-justice-system-and-other-topicsTue, 19 Dec 2017 01:00:00 GMTStanislaus Justice System and other topicsStanislaus Justice Judges, attorneys and Stanislaus court administrators have not removed a glut of local murder cases, two years after The Modesto Bee highlighted the troubling backlog with its high costs, financial and emotional. Adjusted for population, murder cases here remain twice as high as the statewide average, according to data gathered from 50 of California’s 58 counties in a new Bee analysis. And old Stanislaus murder cases, defined as waiting five years or more for trial, continue stacking up at a rate triple the statewide average. 2.6      Murder cases in Stanislaus courts, per 100,000 population, waiting at least five years for trial 0.7      California average $4.2 million  Annual cost for housing Stanislaus’ 112 defendants awaiting trial for murder     01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoStanislaus Justice System and other topics372e183c-a864-4d52-bb9a-f50d44be7b52141fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/16/modesto-and-the-city-attorney-money-pitNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/16/modesto-and-the-city-attorney-money-pit/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/16/modesto-and-the-city-attorney-money-pitSat, 16 Dec 2017 01:00:00 GMTModesto and the City Attorney money pit Tune in tonight to discuss the city of Modesto's odd City Attorney agreement and extensive use of outside firms.  In an article in the Modesto bee on October 17, 2013, then City Manager Greg Nyhoff was given the authority to negotiate and enter into an agreement with Meyer Naves to appoint Adam Lindgren as “interim” City Attorney.  This occurred after the resignation of then City Attorney Susana Alcala Wood on November 15th 2013. This interim appointment is heading towards four years.   THE REST OF THE STORY…  http://www.backstorynews.com/who-in-the-he-is-meyer-naves/   01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto,city attorney,mayor,backstorynewsTune in tonight to discuss the city of Modesto's odd City Attorney agreement and extensive use of outside firms.  In an article in the Modesto bee on October 17f83c430-6350-446c-bf07-0186f962b96f140fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/15/double-trouble-for-investigator-jacobson-and-his-bossNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/15/double-trouble-for-investigator-jacobson-and-his-boss/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/15/double-trouble-for-investigator-jacobson-and-his-bossFri, 15 Dec 2017 01:00:00 GMTDouble Trouble for Investigator Jacobson and his boss.. Do NOT miss this MUST LISTEN episode of Backstory Radio.   DA Inspector Steve Jacobson and his boss, District Attorney Birgit Fladager are finally being held to account on at least two cases.  The Federal lawsuit filed by AJ Pontillo will go to trial because yesterday a Federal Judge denied the County's request that it be dismissed. (This case involved illegal investigative techniques utilized by Steve Jacobson)  .   The other lawsuit in Superior Court by Frank Carson is scheduled for Monday, December 18th 2017 (regarding Steve Jacobson's physical attack on Frank Carson) was initially scheduled for August 11, 2015.    This first trial date did not occur as Frank Carson was arrested 4 days later and after 18 months in jail was released by a Federal Judge allowing his case to be rescheduled.   We look forward to Monday to see  Steve Jacobson finally being held to account.   See backstory article on this http://www.backstorynews.com/update-da-investigator-steve-jacobson-slaps-camera-out-of-attorneys-hand/ 01:00:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonocarson,Steve Jacobson,court,da,stanislausDo NOT miss this MUST LISTEN episode of Backstory Radio.   DA Inspector Steve Jacobson and his boss, District Attorney Birgit Fladager are finally being held tc384cdf1-1a67-4b04-bea1-79fc402b2ac8139fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/14/new-business-at-city-council-reviewNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/14/new-business-at-city-council-review/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/14/new-business-at-city-council-reviewThu, 14 Dec 2017 01:00:00 GMTNew Business at City Council review Tune in to Blogtalk Radio - A few of the items we will discuss on last nights agenda: 26.  Consider directing staff to place a Measure on the November 2018 ballot that would amend the City’s Charter to ensure that, by a date not later than November 8, 2022, all regular municipal elections of officers will take place in even-numbered years (will extend their terms to 5 years) 28.  Consider approving an Amendment increasing the contract amount with Aramark Uniform Services, Modesto, CA, for the furnishing of uniform and laundry services by $590,000, from $500,000 to $1,090,000, 29.  Consider approving an annual retail advertising contract with the Modesto Bee in the amount of $100,000 (McClatchy Newspaper Group).  as well other  items including closed session referances to City Manager (Twice)  Please visit this link to see entire aganda http://atg.modestogov.com/sirepubcouncil/mtgviewer.aspx?meetid=1093&=AGENDA           01:01:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonomodesto councilTune in to Blogtalk Radio - A few of the items we will discuss on last nights agenda: 26.  Consider directing staff to place a Measure on the November 20182b824fd9-53ef-442c-bc87-c099b3cf4858138fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/13/overspending-at-the-city-of-modesto-the-scapegoat-excuseNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/13/overspending-at-the-city-of-modesto-the-scapegoat-excuse/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/13/overspending-at-the-city-of-modesto-the-scapegoat-excuseWed, 13 Dec 2017 01:00:00 GMTOverspending at the City of Modesto: the Scapegoat excuseThe scandal involving overpayments to contractors and vendors at the City of Modesto should move into the oversight of the California Department of Justice.   Enough of the excuses, outright misstatements of fact, kicking the can down the road and the final respite of scoundrels – scapegoating a clerical employee down the ranks.  Taking Personal Responsibility in a leadership position in Modesto is just not done.  Sad state of affairs.The scandal involving overpayments to contractors and vendors at the City of Modesto should move into the oversight of the California Department of Justice.   Enough of the excuses, outright misstatements of fact, kicking the can down the road and the final respite of scoundrels – scapegoating a clerical employee down the ranks.  Taking Personal Responsibility in a leadership position in Modesto is just not done.  Sad state of affairs.                                   The scandal involving overpayments to contractors and vendors at the City of Modesto should move into the oversight of the California Department of Justice.   Enough of the excuses, outright misstatements of fact, kicking the can down the road and the final respite of scoundrels – scapegoating a clerical employee down the ranks.  Taking Personal Responsibility in a leadership position in Modesto is just not done.  Sad state of affairs.           01:09:00Mayor Carmen Sabatinonooverspending,city,council,modesto,leadershipCity Council has names of those who tamper with finance computor in order to spend more money without the councils knowledge .f5640deb-d2bf-47fb-9288-ca0b18a5e97c137fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/12/overspending-at-the-city-of-modesto-the-scapegoat-excuseNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/12/overspending-at-the-city-of-modesto-the-scapegoat-excuse/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/12/overspending-at-the-city-of-modesto-the-scapegoat-excuseTue, 12 Dec 2017 01:00:00 GMTOverspending at the City of Modesto: the Scapegoat excuseBy Mayor Carmen Sabatino 2000-2004 July 23, 2017 The last two Republican Mayors of Modesto, were appointed by the Republican Central committee, the Modesto Chamber of Commerce, Mike Zagaris, and in particular developer lawyer George Petrulakis. During the 2016 campaign for mayor Ted Brandvold said that Petrulakis “recruited” him but he was not taking his help. Brandvold filed his papers on the last day possible and thanks to Petrulakis made the runoff to oppose Mayor Marsh. Brandvold visited former Mayor Sabatino at the restaurant to seek an endorsement he did not need. He told the mayor that Petrulakis “persuaded him” to run and Mayor Sabatino said, “So, Petrulakis is helping you, he had you change the word “recruited” to “persuade”. At the League of Women Voters Forum Brandvold said that the mayor's race was nonpartisan despite the fact he received   01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoTED,MAYOR,APPOINTEDOverspending is a major scandal21736faa-65ea-460d-99fc-99f43e598cbc136fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/09/mayors-friday-roundup-with-special-guest-bruce-frohmanNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/09/mayors-friday-roundup-with-special-guest-bruce-frohman/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/09/mayors-friday-roundup-with-special-guest-bruce-frohmanSat, 09 Dec 2017 01:00:00 GMTMayor's Friday Roundup with special guest Bruce FrohmanMayor's Friday Roundup with special guest Bruce Frohman 01:01:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMayor's Friday Roundup with special guest Bruce Frohmanf620ee76-a822-424f-a53c-dde142980750135fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/07/sabatino-speaks-to-councilNewshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/07/sabatino-speaks-to-council/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/thebackstory/2017/12/07/sabatino-speaks-to-councilThu, 07 Dec 2017 01:00:00 GMTSABATINO SPEAKS TO COUNCILTHE HIRING OF A QUALIFIED CITY MANAGER AFTER 8 MONTHS OF DELAY CANNOT BE ACCOMPLISHED BY SPENDING $23,000. IT WILL TAKE TIME AND MORE MONEY TO FIND SOMEONE WHO IS QUALIFIED AND WANTS THE JOB. 01:00:00Mayor Carmen SabatinonoMANAGER,CITY,DELAY,EIGHT,MONTHSFORMER MAYOR SPEAKS ON ISSUE OF SEARCH FOR NEW CITY MANAGER264796ef-87c1-4126-9268-153c0a4ce5f8133full