Deb Welsh

Morning Edition News Anchor

Deb Welsh is a familiar name to news radio listeners in San Diego, having been in the market for more than 25 years. Before joining KPBS, Deb worked as a news anchor for KSDO and KOGO News Radio. She was also affiliated with the Copley Radio News Network and had a long association with Peters Productions, Inc. - one of the nation's premier radio syndicators at the time.

A graduate of New Mexico State University, Deb has a Bachelor of Arts in journalism.
She's been recognized by the Society of Professional Journalists with several awards for spot news/breaking news and team news coverage.

Recent Stories

Brothers Bound For "Biggest Baddest Bucketlist Competition"

May 16, 2013
| By Deb Welsh

Two San Diego brothers with a passion for travel video blogging are selected among 10 finalists for the competition.

County Seeks Families To Adopt Foster Children

May 9, 2013
| By Deb Welsh

San Diego County is renewing its commitment to find loving, permanent homes for children now in temporary foster care. KPBS Morning Edition Anchor Deb Welsh spoke with County Supervisor Dave Roberts about the effort.

Breakthrough Results Lead To Multi-Million Dollar Donation

March 25, 2013
| By Deb Welsh

Former Padres owner John Moores wants to strike-out river blindness.

Medical Marijuana Machines Could Find Home In San Diego

March 12, 2013
| By Deb Welsh

Similar to a vending machine, the Medbox safely and securely dispenses medical marijuana.

Cancer Research In San Diego At Risk

March 4, 2013
| By Deb Welsh

Billions of dollars in cancer research funding could be lost to sequestration.

Local University Says No To LGBT Organization

December 17, 2012
| By Deb Welsh

Point Loma Nazarene University will not allow an LGBT organization on campus. For many students not only is the decision disappointing, but it's also frustrating.