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As Super Tuesday nears, here’s a look at the key San Diego issues and races on the March primary election ballot. In the 50th Congressional District, for the first time in four decades, someone named Duncan Hunter is not on the ballot. The race became a slugfest for Republicans hoping to keep the district red after Duncan D. Hunter resigned in January. For the Democrats, Congresswoman Susan Davis’ retirement brings uncertainty to the 53rd District. In the San Diego mayor’s race, San Diegans could potentially choose between two Democrats in the general election. That's because the top two vote-getters in the March primary will advance to the November election, and three of the five candidates are Democrats. Plus, Convention Center expansion supporters are, once again, pushing for an increase in the hotel tax to pay for the project, homeless services and road repairs. In the county supervisor races, one contest may cause a historic shift on the board and turn it blue. Also, the Chula Vista Elementary School District is proposing to raise property taxes to modernize classrooms and build a 100-unit affordable housing complex for teachers and staff. Finally, Proposition 13, the only state-wide measure on the ballot, asks voters to approve $15 billion in state bonds to renovate schools and universities. -
San Diego is launching four temporary voting sites ahead of Super Tuesday. This year, unregistered voters can sign up to vote on election day, adding another layer of complications. Plus, with several major redevelopments slated in the Midway District, some are calling for an end to the height limit in the neighborhood. And, a preview of this weekend’s top arts events around San Diego. -
The Centers for Disease Control is investigating what could be the first instance of “community spread” of the novel coronavirus after a patient being treated at Sacramento-area hospital tested positive for the virus. Plus, remembering poway teenager Chelsea King 10 years after her murder. Also, the Navy is in the process of putting together what could be one of San Diego's most consequential redevelopment projects in decades, as it seeks a new facility for its cybersecurity operations in the Midway District. And, an employee in charge of helping low-income residents get housing subsidies is being accused of posting racist memes on social media. The county ethics board is investigating. In addition, coal-fired power plants are closing across the country. The question now, what to do with the newly freed up water supply. Finally, in an effort to help address environmental justice, the city of San Diego has unveiled its new Climate Equity Index. The tool will help the city with implementing part of its Climate Action Plan goals. -
Instacart, the shopping app that provides personal shoppers for grocery pick-up and home delivery has run into trouble with California’s new AB5 labor law. The company announced Tuesday that it will appeal a ruling by a San Diego judge that people who work for the company should be reclassified from “independent contractors” to employees. Plus, as President Trump’s “public charge” rule goes into effect, there could be a far-reaching impact on San Diego’s immigrant community. The rule makes it harder for low-income immigrants to become legal residents if they rely on public assistance programs. Also, a San Diego man is free after a change in California’s felony murder law, which allowed prosectuors to charge people with murder if they are present during a dangerous felony, even if they didn’t commit the crime. In addition, the county is one step closer to finishing its plan to address homelessness. The Board of Supervisors on Tuesday was presented with 15 locations that could be used for the county's first homeless shelter and/or supportive housing. And, a law professor weighs in on whether a judicial candidate is fit for judgeship after his racially-charged social media posts became public. Finally, the future of the iconic Ken Cinema is up in the air after Landmark Theatres announced it is not renewing its lease. -
In a late-night vote after an hours-long meeting, the Sweetwater Union High School District approved the potential layoffs of more than 200 employees to close a $30 million budget deficit. Plus, the San Diego County District Attorney is asking a judge to reduce roughly 26,000 marijuana-related felony convictions since 2016, when voters legalized recreational pot. Also, the V.A. has known for decades that veterans are at higher risk for gambling addiction, but expanding treatment has been slow. The agency recently opened a new treatment center in Las Vegas. In addition, a lawsuit has been filed against a UC San Diego doctor who's drug addiction may have endangered patients. And, author Sonia Nazario is speaking at the 25th annual Writer’s Symposium by the Sea at Point Loma Nazarene University this evening. -
Work got underway Monday to dismantle the shuttered San Onofre Nuclear Power Plant. Southern California Edison, the plant’s operator, says the decommissioning process is expected to take eight years. Plus, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders may be leading in the Democratic presidential primary race, but The San Diego Union-Tribune is recommending the country go in a different direction. The editorial board endorsed South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg for president of the United States. Also, a string of Facebook posts, which has since been scrubbed off the site, lands a judicial candidate in hot water for their racist, anti-immigrant, transphobic and misogynist themes. And, the battle over Measure B is attracting big money — mostly from one faction. In addition, KPBS’ “My First Day” podcast introduces listeners to Ron Patterson, a man who slept on the streets of Ocean Beach. Finally, dozens of indigenous voices will be represented at a two-day symposium hosted by UC San Diego this week. -
In recent months, pregnant asylum-seekers sent back to Tijuana under the "Remain-In-Mexico" program have been barred from entering the United States for their court dates. Plus, in part three of REWIRED, inewsource delves into the confidential investigation into a UC San Diego oncologist and his experimental brain treatments. And, KPBS arts editor Julia Dixon Evans shares a music-filled weekend preview. -
The gloves came off last night in Las Vegas. The Democrats held their 9th Presidential debate and there was a new candidate on the debate stage — former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg. Plus, there are eleven candidates vying for four San Diego County Superior Court judicial seats on the March primary ballot. If you need guidance on making a decision, the San Diego County Bar Association is here to help. Also, a high-rise project downtown is causing controversy for building a separate entrance for low-income renters. And, in part two of inewsource's REWIRED investigation, a former Navy SEAL has a psychotic episode after receiving hundreds of experimental brain treatments. In addition, researchers at UC San Diego say there is a need for more suicide prevention programs for nurses. Finally, a preview of the premiere of “And They Lynched Him On A Tree” at Bodhi Tree concerts this weekend. -
Gov. Gavin Newsom devoted most of his second State of the State address on the intertwined issue of homelessness and housing. Plus, California is reopening the enrollment period for people to sign up for health coverage. More than 1.5 million have bought health insurance covered through Covered California health care exchange. Also, a breakdown of what you need to know about REWIRED, a three-part investigation by inewsource. And, the Army has upped its recruiting game to be more than just combat and emphasized careers in technology, medicine and other non-combat jobs. In addition, a new season of “My First Day” podcast that tells stories of those who have come to San Diego from elsewhere, and now call it home. Finally, Black Comix Day is back this weekend at the WorldBeat Center in Balboa Park. -
The deadline to register to vote is today. Voters who register after today will receive provisional ballots. We’ll explain what that means. Plus, San Diego Police Department is rolling out new de-escalation training to prevent deadly encounters, but the guidelines are still being worked out. Also, using E. coli to test for heavy metal contamination in potable water? San Diego researchers say it could be a quicker test for safe drinking water. And, San Diego County has the largest Native American population in the country and SDSU has hired its first tribal liaison to better serve its Native American students. And, a preview of the Jewish Film Festival, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.
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Jade Hindmon
Host
Jade Hindmon is the host of KPBS Midday Edition. She connects San Diego through fearless conversations that inform, inspire and make you think. Prior to Midday Edition Jade was a reporter and fill-in anchor in the KPBS newsroom covering everything from politics to policing and the economy. Her award winning work spans network affiliates across the southeast and midwest. As a very proud Rattler, Jade studied broadcast journalism and political science at Florida A&M University. She takes a special interest in topics about democracy, accountability, racial justice, science and wellness.
Brooke Ruth
Senior Producer
Brooke Ruth is the senior producer for KPBS Radio News. She previously served as a producer for KPBS Midday Edition and a web producer. Before joining KPBS, Brooke was a web editor for four newspapers and a local television station. She began her career in news at the Imperial Valley Press. She has also been part of the web teams at the Napa Valley Register, North County Times, and U-T San Diego. While pursuing her undergraduate degree at UCLA in psychology, she worked on the student newspaper, the Daily Bruin.
Andrew Bracken
Producer
Andrew Bracken, KPBS Midday Edition and Roundtable producer & host of podcasts "My First Day" & "San Diego Conversations," made "Facing North," a docu-web series on San Diego-Tijuana ties, released on PBS in 2017. He's a San Diego Foundation Creative Catalyst fellow & a San Diego Film Award winner. He drums in his spare time.
Ashley Rusch
Producer
Ashley Rusch is a producer for KPBS Midday Edition. Before joining KPBS, she was an associate producer at LAist 89.3, where she worked on AirTalk with Larry Mantle, Weekend Edition and All Things Considered. At UC Santa Barbara, Ashley led KCSB-FM’s news coverage through the COVID-19 pandemic. She was also a news intern at KCBX in San Luis Obispo. Ashley grew up in South Pasadena, California.
Julianna Domingo
Producer
Julianna Domingo is a producer for KPBS Midday Edition. Before joining the station, Julianna worked at CalMatters as a College Journalism Network Fellow where she reported on higher education across the state. She got her start in journalism at The Triton, an independent student newspaper at UC San Diego. Julianna graduated from UC San Diego with a major in political science and a minor in communications.
Brandon Truffa
Media Production Specialist
Prior to joining the KPBS Midday team in 2024, Brandon worked as a board operator and producer with The Mighty 1090 in San Diego, and executive producer and sound editor at FOX Sports Radio in Los Angeles. He's a San Diego native and graduate of San Diego State University. In his spare time he enjoys watching sports, going to comedy shows and hanging out with his cats and dogs.
Ben Redlawsk
Media Production Specialist
Ben Redlawsk is a media production specialist for KPBS radio. He provides technical direction for KPBS “Morning Edition” and assists with “KPBS Midday Edition” and “KPBS Roundtable” through audio editing and recording. He got his start in radio as head audio engineer at KSDT, UC San Diego’s student-run radio station. Ben graduated from UC San Diego with a bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary computing and the arts with an emphasis in music technology.
