Phil Matier
Whether it’s politics, personalities or analysis Phil Matier is one of best informed insiders in the Bay Area.
In addition to his work with CBS 5, Matier and fellow journalist Andy Ross co-write a news column for the San Francisco Chronicle. Their column, Matier & Ross, runs Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday, offering scoops and insights about one of the most fascinating and trend setting regions in the country. Matier can also be heard on KCBS Radio during morning and afternoon drive time.
“I’ve long said the Bay Area was put here to give the rest of the country something to talk about,” says Matier. “And we don’t let them down.”
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Phil Matier: What’s Next For Oakland Police Department?
Some are questioning who would actually want the job with a higher crime rate and depleted force in the city.
2013/05/09
Bay Bridge Opening Likely To Remain Uncertain Because Of Bolt Concerns
It looks like an answer won’t be coming anytime soon as to whether or not the new eastern span of the Bay Bridge will be able to open as scheduled come Labor Day. Public reaction about the use of questionable bolts on the $6 billion span has transportation officials seeking to reassure the community that safety is the top priority.
2013/05/06
Bay Bridge May Have Many More Bad Bolts, Flawed Tower Welds
Transportation officials are concerned about the possibility that the new eastern span of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge may have many more bad bolts than originally thought, KPIX 5 has learned.
2013/05/01
Phil Matier: Bay Area Lawmaker Concerned About Coast Guard Cutting Bridge Patrols
East Bay Congressman Eric Swalwell said he’s tired of the “whack-a-mole” approaching to trying to fix the budget.
2013/05/01
Phil Matier: Oakland Mayor’s Budget Calls For More Police On Streets
Oakland Mayor Jean Quan unveiled a new two-year budget on Wednesday that calls for more police officers on the streets as the city experiences a gradual influx of money.
2013/04/18
Phil Matier: Golden Gate Fields All-You-Can-Drink Promotion Facing Opposition
The promotion, “Bottomless Saturdays,” has some concerned about safety and the possibility of binge drinking.
2013/04/17
About The Bay: San Francisco Makes Plans To Feed Thousands In Case Of Disaster
San Francisco officials have been cooking up unique plans to feed the thousands of refugees they assume will need assistance in the days after a disaster strikes.
2013/04/15
49ers Sign RT Anthony Davis To 5-Year, $37M Extension
Right tackle Anthony Davis signed a five-year contract extension Friday with the San Francisco 49ers, further solidifying a young offensive line.
2013/04/05
Phil Matier: Port Of SF Workers Destroy Rare Birds’ Nest At America’s Cup Site
Federal fish and wildlife authorities are trying to figure out whether Port of San Francisco workers violated federal law when they destroyed a birds’ nest on a crane near Pier 80, where Oracle’s America’s Cup yacht-racing team has set up shop.
2013/04/03
Phil Matier: Committee Considers Berkeley Lawmaker’s Ammunition Bill
The Assembly Committee on Public Safety was tasked with considering a proposal to require ammunition vendors to be authorized dealers and to get identification from buyers. A hearing was scheduled for 9 a.m.
2013/04/02



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