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Erik Anderson anchors the afternoon newscasts on KPBS radio and works with our team of award-winning journalists to bring San Diego accurate, informative and interesting stories. He brings more than three decades of journalism experience into the newsroom and to the afternoon news desk.
“I’m always amazed at the way KPBS radio reaches out and helps make connections in our community,” said Anderson. “Good radio is people talking to people, about people. KPBS creates an incredible opportunity to help understand what’s happening in our community and how it affects us.”
Erik joined KPBS in 1996 and spent a decade reporting on the region’s environmental and science stories. That work has been honored with national awards that include a Peabody for his collaboration on the Radio Series “The DNA Files,” Public Radio News Director’s Association Awards and recognition for excellence in beat reporting from the Society for Environmental Journalists. His work also has been recognized with awards from The San Diego Press Club, The Southern California Broadcasters Association, The Society of Professional Journalists, The Associated Press, Television-Radio Association of California-Nevada, The Syracuse Press Club, The New York State Associated Press Broadcasters Association, The United Press International and others.
Recent Stories
CFO: SD County Won't See Immediate Effect of IOUs
San Diego County's chief financial officer says IOUs from the state of California won't hurt immediately. CFO Don Steuer says health and human service programs are facing immediate cuts, but he says the county was ready. He says local officials set aside extra money as they realized the state's money problems were getting worse.
San Diego's Economy Inches Up
San Diego's index of leading economic indicators rose last month. It's the first time in two years the index has gained ground. It also ends a six month streak in which the index declined more than 2 percent each month.
Schwarzenegger to Restart Budget Talks
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger says he will restart stalled budget talks in hopes of getting an agreement to deal with California's projected $42 billion deficit. The Republican governor says he'll ask the Legislature's four top leaders to meet with him Thursday to try once again to reach a compromise.
State Attorney Blasted for Challenging Prop 8
Supporters of California's voter approved ban on same sex marriages are blasting the state's attorney general for his decision to challenge Proposition Eight. KPBS Reporter Erik Anderson has details.
Marines Defend Decisions Before San Diego Crash
Marine Corps Generals defended the decision to try to land a disabled jet at a San Diego military base. Military investigators are still combing through the neighborhood wreckage. Two infant girls, their mother and grandmother died when the jet slammed into their home.
San Diego Gas Prices Fall to Lowest Level Since 2004
San Diego gas prices are down again, falling to the lowest level since 2004. The Utility Consumer's Action Network reports the average price of a gallon of regular is now $1.84. One reason for the price decline is a drop in demand. The state tax board says Californians used less gas in every month this year, when compared to a year ago. The board's Anita Gore says consumption dropped a dramatic eight percent in August.
San Diego's Economic Indicators Tumble
San Diego's Index of Economic Indicators had its largest monthly drop since the index began tracking the local economy in 1977. The Index fell 2.3 percent in October, with every sector measured down significantly.
Retailers Face Make or Break Holiday Season
Southern California shoppers will help decide just how black Black Friday will be this year. KPBS reporter Erik Anderson has details.
San Diego Home Prices Continue to Drop
The cost of a home in San Diego County plunged nearly 30 percent last month. Real Estate tracking firm Dataquick Information systems says it now costs just over $325,000 for the average home. That's down from $460,000 a year ago. Dataquick's Andrew LaPage says more than half of the sales in the six county Southern California region are foreclosed properties.
S.D. County Stops Issuing Marriage Licenses for Same-Sex Couples
San Diego County is no longer issuing licenses or recording weddings for same sex couples. County Clerk Greg Smith says the change happened when it became clear Proposition 8 would win. That measure changes California's constitution, outlawing same sex weddings. Smith estimates about 3,000 same sex licenses were issued from June to election day.
