San Diego News Now
San Diego news; when you want it, where you want it. Get local stories on politics, education, health, environment, the border and more. New episodes are ready weekday mornings. Hosted by Lawrence K. Jackson and produced by KPBS, San Diego and the Imperial County's NPR and PBS station.
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First, the EPA was in Imperial County to meet with the public over the New River crisis. They say they’ll bring the same urgency to the New River crisis, as the Tijuana River crisis. Then, a campaign to teach patients and families about hospice care. And, a new website to help find child care. The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is moving forward with anti-corruption measures. Plus, The Midnight Pine is playing its last show.
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First, ICE can no longer utilize two county firing ranges for training exercises. Then, ICE agents have arrested a minor league coach for the Padres. Next, more roadway construction is underway at San Diego International Airport. Also, San Diego is bracing itself for what could be a historic El Nino season. And, we preview an outdoor production of Shakespeare.
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First, county supervisors are set to decide today whether federal immigration authorities can continue using two county firing ranges for their training. Then, a man has been charged with intentionally starting the Sorrento wildfire. Next, some updates on the upcoming election. And, a conversation with an advocate about automated license plate readers. Plus, the fan experience at a professional baseball game in Tijuana.
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Hear the latest on the San Diego aircraft carrier that has Defense officials on the defensive. Also, what does Donald Trump's grudge against magnets have to do with a $15 billion warship? After a teen pleads guilty to kicking a La Jolla sea lion, will others get the message to leave the animals alone? Then, how the Trump administration has left migrant children without attorneys for immigration court. And education reporter Katie Anastas introduces us to the Imperial Valley student making it easier for her classmates to take the SAT test. Also hear about liberation through deep listening with one local collective that’s using vinyl as a starting point. Voice of San Diego’s Scott Lewis returns with another Why it Matters story — this time about a long-running conflict between a developer and the city of Del Mar that some want to end with criminal charges. Finally, way beyond “yes, and …” a convention starting Thursday is all about improv — arts reporter Beth Accomando has a preview.
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First, local Colombians are stepping up to provide aid after a devastating earthquake ravaged their home country. Then, we’ll tell you why Hillel of San Diego is creating a new fund for its students. Next, applications are still being accepted for the county’s rental subsidy program aimed at seniors. Also, we speak with a local tarot card reader. And, Pod Behind the Package returns with an interview featuring our new reporter.
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First, we’ll tell you what’s new in Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy’s approach to treating homelessness and addiction. Then, a homeless women’s shelter program is expanding the number of people it can help. Next, bathrooms are back open in Mission Bay as of this upcoming Friday. And, some students in Vista are now returning to a new school.
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First, some California ride-share drivers have reservations about unionizing. Next, a new battery storage facility is now open in Poway. Then, some Southeast San Diegans want to reclaim land that was once planned for a freeway. And, the Grossmont Union High School district board voted to boost athletic funding.
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First, leaders in the San Diego Unified School District tell KPBS what they’d like to see more of. Then, we’ll tell you how public hearings this week could determine the future of oil production off the coast of California. Next, intervenors have now set their sights on taking on SDG&E’s climbing utility rates. And, a UCSD researcher is a recipient of one of America’s oldest science prizes.
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First, we’ll tell you how much first-time buyers of an electric vehicle in California could save. Then, we’ll tell you what’s new in San Diego Unified School District’s preschool program. Also, a conversation with the investigative reporters behind a story about wage theft at elderly care homes. And, thousands of fans last week came out to support San Diego’s former football team.
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First, even with a fourth human case of West Nile virus confirmed, experts say peak mosquito season is still ahead. Next, we’ll tell you what some local community activists are rallying to support. Also, a new report shows there is a lot of progress to be made on the promises to Afghan allies. Then, the San Diego Natural History Museum has a new curator. And, some weekend event ideas for you and yours.
Lawrence K. Jackson is the producer and host of KPBS’ San Diego News Now daily podcast.