The San Diego City Council rejected an appeal to stop a housing development from coming to the hilltop. The development relies on a now-repealed controversial footnote in city code.
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There’s a lot of fanfare happening for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. North America will be the first to host 48 teams, an expansion from 32. Follow KPBS’ coverage of the biggest sporting event of the year.
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First, we’ll tell you why California lawmakers could do away with a long-standing tax break. Also, why the city says it won’t be enforcing its street vendor ordinance. Next, Burn All Books has an exciting new home. And, we visit the California Surf Museum celebrating its 40th year.
- Reigning champion Argentina escapes with remarkable World Cup victory over Egypt
- Trump's FIFA call opens a 'slippery slope,' says sports columnist Christine Brennan
- The U.S. men's run at the World Cup ends with a 4-1 Round of 16 loss to Belgium
- This World Cup marks end of era for Ronaldo and other soccer greats
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Mike Damron/KPBSThe museum is celebrating its 40th anniversary with big plans for the future. -
Adriana Heldiz/CalMattersAccording to state law, campus police can own military weapons to uphold safety as long as they report it to the public. However, not every college follows every part of the law, according to an investigation by CalMatters into all 148 public colleges and universities in California. -
Courtesy of San Diego Humane SocietySocialization is critical for orphaned spotted skunks. During their stay at the Ramona Wildlife Center, the group became a bonded unit — exploring, digging and sleeping together, according to SDHS officials. -
Roland Lizarondo/KPBSWith Tuesday's approval, the city will begin 30 days of public outreach before enforcement goes into effect, followed by a 60-day warning period before citations will be issued.
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The All-American Rejects could be playing arenas, but instead, the rock band is throwing house parties to protest rising concert ticket prices. One San Diego couple's Sunday night turned into an unforgettable backyard show. -
KPBS Midday EditionWe look at the impact of American colonialism on the Philippines' nursing system and migration. Then, a new documentary, "Love All" on KPBS looks at how a local Filipino-American family broke barriers in the tennis world. -
KPBS Midday EditionAs Mexico winds down its World Cup run and the U.S. prepares for its next match against Belgium, we talk about the wins, losses, and controversies from the 2026 World Cup.
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A growing number of state and local officials are backing a bill to end a long-running tax break for the immigration detention facility, which was revealed by a KPBS investigation earlier this year. -
Former Department of Animal Services Assistant Director Rachael Borrelli claims the county failed to adequately respond when an employee allegedly spread false rumors that she had a sexual relationship with a former department leader.
- A spirit of resilience helps Venezuelans face healthcare challenges after the quakes
- Trump administration abruptly cancels grants for teen pregnancy prevention
- What's behind the push to make peptide therapies more readily available
- City of San Diego, SDPD pause street vendor enforcement amid legal challenges
A half-century fight to save an Emerald Hills green space for a park may soon be decided
The rising cost of youth sports is leaving some kids on the sideline
How military families manage San Diego's high cost of living
Sweetwater Union High School District holds first graduation ceremony in Tijuana
Part 2: Black San Diegans 9 times likelier to be charged with resisting an officer and nothing else
Part 1: Black San Diegans 9 times likelier to be charged with resisting an officer and nothing else
Immigrant detentions on San Diego’s military bases have spiked under Trump
Lawyers accuse immigration courts of holding ‘sham’ bond hearings
How a San Diego English teacher is using AI in her classroom
Parents push San Diego Unified to limit classroom screen use
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CoreCivic sold San Diego's Otay Mesa Detention Center to the federal government as part of a $1.5 billion deal. -
First, we’ll tell you what President Trump’s refusal to renew the trade agreement could mean for our cross-border economies. Then, Medicare proposes changes regarding conversations around end-of-life care. Next, how dealing with breast cancer inspired one San Diego city council member. And, a new park is coming to Carlsbad that honors our local military and veterans community.
- Private prison company sells two of California’s immigrant detention centers to the feds
- San Diego’s cross-border economy faces uncertainty after Trump declines to renew USMCA trade deal
- Filipino San Diegans keep faith and culture strong through regional associations
- California to share driver license data despite fears it could expose unauthorized immigrants
