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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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • First, we’ll tell you why there is increased police presence at Sunset Cliffs. Next, a lawsuit has been filed against the city claiming racial and age discrimination. Also, Santee has now hired its first director of safety and security. Then, we’ll tell you why returning the remains of native ancestors is being held up. And, a new offering from La Jolla Playhouse is part clown & part social experiment.
  • First, we’ll tell you why California democrats are divided on a ballot proposition to tax their state’s billionaires. Then, hundreds of people experiencing homelessness got free check-ups recently in Escondido. Meanwhile, also in Escondido some residents are raising concerns over a housing development’s proximity to a hazardous waste cleanup site. And, for the second time in three years, Tijuana’s team will represent Mexico in the Little League World Series.
  • We take a look at the rising costs of extreme heat, from finances to health. Then, a new bill could remove one hurdle for projects like Midway Rising. Plus, why several cities in Imperial County are pushing back on data centers. Then, we take a look at a North County company working to make fusion energy a reality. And, the San Diego Humane Society makes it easier to adopt dogs in August. Then, the return of the beloved homegrown franchise, the “Killer Tomatoes”.
  • More than 50,000 people were ordered deported after missing so-called “mega master” immigration hearings — court appearances rescheduled on short notice. And we look at the latest research on chronic traumatic encephalopathy after the death of former Chargers linebacker Billy Ray Smith. Finally, come with us to visit San Diego’s first women’s sports bar.
  • First, the city has renewed their contract with Caltrans. Then, as the summer temps climb, so are COVID-19 cases in the county. Next, new murals have popped up that honor African American and Chicano music legends. Also, some weekend events happening around the county that you and yours can take part in.
  • First, we’ll tell you why the USS Fort Worth had its lifespan cut short. Then, the local impact of Hurricane Genevieve means dangerously high surf levels. Next, we look into the future of the Downtown La Mesa Trolley Station. And we hear from students from tribal bands and nations who attended arts and culture workshops last week. Plus, we speak to researchers who found a glitch in an anti-theft system on some cars.
  • First, new data suggests the race to replace Darrell Issa in the 48th congressional seat is quite competitive. Then, we’ll tell you about two new lawsuits -- one against the state and one against the Trump administration. Also, San Diego’s mayor and a city councilman disagree on reopening public restrooms in Mission Bay Park. And, how a bridge in San Ysidro is more than a bridge.
  • First, we took a look into the history of suburban sprawl in San Diego. Then, after years of delays, a new spinal cord injury center is expected to open early next year. Also, we’ll tell you what goes into the madness that is cleaning up after Comic-Con. And, one woman is on a mission to preserve San Diego’s Black skating culture.
Lawrence K. Jackson is the producer and host of KPBS’ San Diego News Now daily podcast.