71° A Few Clouds
Megan Burke
Producer
Megan Burke is a news producer for "KPBS Midday Edition" as well as "KPBS Evening Edition" on KPBS Television. She also produced “San Diego’s DNA” a two-part documentary on the region’s oldest traditions and culture using personal artifacts and oral histories of San Diegans. Megan began working at KPBS in 1999 while pursuing a journalism degree at San Diego State University. Prior to joining the production staff, Megan managed media outreach campaigns including KPBS’ Domestic Violence Awareness & Prevention Initiative, which included Emmy award-winning television spots, an extensive Web site, local programming and events and a statewide grant campaign. She produced the Black History Month and Hispanic Heritage Month Local Hero Awards Ceremonies from 2002-2008.
Recent Stories
African Americans In San Diego And Nationwide Still Have Highest HIV Infection Rate
San Diego's African-American community joins a nationwide effort this week to reduce the infection rate for HIV and AIDS. We'll speak to two local activists who have found their calling in taking the message of prevention and protection from HIV/AIDS to the community.
Preservationists Fear Changes Would Jeopardize Balboa Park's Historic Status
The City of San Diego and millionaire philanthropist Irwin Jacobs want to remove cars from the center of Balboa Park. The Save Our Heritage Organisation is opposed to parts of their plan, sued the city for the way it handled the project agreement and won. People on both sides of the issue discuss whether the suit and a possible loss in historic designation will set the project back.
Analysis: Prop 8 Ruled Unconstitutional
A federal appeals court has declared California's same-sex marriage ban to be unconstitutional, paving the way for a likely U.S. Supreme Court showdown on the voter-approved law.
SD Supervisor Ron Roberts Previews State Of The County
Roberts will deliver the State of The County Address on Wednesday, February 8. We'll hear a preview and ask Roberts, who was elected to chair the board of supervisors last month, about regional development and what role if any the County will play in building a new Chargers stadium.
John Lynch Announces UT-TV Plan To SD Rotary Group
John Lynch, CEO Of UT-San Diego talks about launching a 24-7 TV Channel, the newspaper as a community leader.
Liberty Quarry Faces Opposition
A key hearing Monday may be the last phase in deciding whether a rock quarry north of San Diego can go forward. A supporter and opponent of the Liberty Quarry projects argue their sides.
Redevelopment's Past And Future In San Diego
Today marks the end of redevelopment as we know it in the City of San Diego. We'll talk about the legacy of the Centre City Development Corporation and the Southeastern Development Corporation and find out if and when the city's $4 billion in redevelopment earmarks will proceed.
Truth Of Haditha Case May Never Come Out: Wuterich Defense Attorney
Defense attorney Neal Puckett says Frank Wuterich chose a plea deal in the Haditha trial because he felt morally responsible for what occurred.
Impact Of CA High Court Review Of Medical Marijuana
The California Supreme Court will review how medical marijuana dispensaries are regulated in the state. Medical marijuana advocates are praising the decision to consider the conflict between state and federal laws. We'll talk about the decision and what it means for dispensaries and medical marijuana users in San Diego County.
Governor: Construction On Calif. High Speed Rail To Begin In 2012
The California High Speed Rail is on the governor's agenda, but critics claim it's an impractical dream. The price tag for building a high speed train connecting Northern and Southern California keeps going up, and that's just one of the problems facing the project. We'll hear from the California High Speed Rail Authority's outgoing chairman.
