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, we’ll tell you why California lawmakers could do away with a long-standing tax break. Also, why the city says it won’t be enforcing its street vendor ordinance. Next, Burn All Books has an exciting new home. And, we visit the California Surf Museum celebrating its 40th year.
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First, we’ll tell you what President Trump’s refusal to renew the trade agreement could mean for our cross-border economies. Then, Medicare proposes changes regarding conversations around end-of-life care. Next, how dealing with breast cancer inspired one San Diego city council member. And, a new park is coming to Carlsbad that honors our local military and veterans community.
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First, why hasn’t the city used Measure C revenue for new homeless services? Next, we’ll tell you about a year-long sampling project to catalog tiny species living along our coastways. Then, new cabins have popped up in Pacific Beach to aid those currently experiencing homelessness. And, we’ll give you one example of how the U.S. military is credited with a lot of San Diego’s growth.
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First, we joined a group called The Descendants of Early San Diego in Old Town as they honored their shared past. Also, the Supreme Court has ruled on birthright citizenship in the U.S. Next, the partnership between Tri-City Medical Center and Sharp Healthcare is official. Then, how California schools are being governed is changing, not everyone is happy about it. And, if you don’t have your Fourth of July weekend planned, we have some suggestions.
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First, Senate Bill 79 goes into effect today. Could it bring more housing to a transit stop near you? Then, we’ll tell you why a new report says more Hispanic and Latino students are graduating from high school. Also, we visited a Catholic church in National City for a Filipino fiesta. And, a new proposal would do away with monthly rental fees for pets.
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First, the San Diego City Council has voted to establish an affordable housing preservation fund. Then, the Supreme Court is set to make a decision this week regarding a birthright citizenship case. Next, a new report from the International Council on Clean Transportation shares some shocking new details about pollution. Also, a former animal services assistant director is now suing the county. And, a story about how the Filipino community is continuing to carry on culinary and cultural traditions in home gardens.
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First, we’ll tell you why one measure on your November ballot could make it harder to pass other measures in the future. Then, a new policy passed last week is supposed to create more transparency in our local government. Also, we’ll tell you about another anniversary happening on July 4th that doesn’t belong to the United States. And finally, ground has broken on a new project along Chollas Creek.
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First, we’ll tell you how new CalFresh work requirements impact the budget approved by county supervisors. Also, we’ll tell you why water is set to cost more across the county. Next, a decision will soon be made regarding a half-century-long battle to save some green space for a park in Emerald Hills. Next, we took a trip over to Tijuana where Haitians have built a vibrant community; we joined them as they cheered on their World Cup team. And, some weekend event ideas across the county that you and yours could take part in.
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First, we’ll tell you why some of the youngest students in the county will have less access to computer and phone screens next year. Also, roughly 93 thousand San Diegans could lose federally-funded benefits, one county proposed initiative looks to help fill that gap. Then, an investigation from one of our news partners found that dozens have communicated a lack of medical care at the Otay detention facility. Then, how does the upcoming budget impact city services? And, we’ll tell you one solution being considered to addressTijuana’s water supply crisis.
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First, a new documentary looks into how a group of moms fought back against anti-LGBTQ activists. Next, San Diego County supervisors are set to vote on increased staffing in some of the county’s justice and law enforcement offices. Then, a new survey finds workplace violence is still a widespread problem for nurses. Also, a San Diego landmark is now open to the public for the first time in 30 years.
Lawrence K. Jackson is the producer and host of KPBS’ San Diego News Now daily podcast.