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Steve Jaimes escaped gun and gang violence. Now he is trying to help young people do the same while they learn a trade and give back to their community.

KPBS Public Matters initiative with Voice of San Diego recently launched a series all about housing called In Whose Backyard, and reporters Will Huntsberry and Jake Gotta answered questions about housing policy and progress in an AMA on r/SanDiego on Reddit.

Research finds pollution in the Tijuana River affects not just water, but also air quality. We take a look at the findings, and what they could mean for the health of South Bay residents.

Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Friday that a new state task force will prioritize clearing homeless encampments in California's biggest cities. We break it all down and explain where San Diego fits in this latest effort.

San Diego thought leaders weigh in on how American society measures up to key civic values and why those values still matter.

A new congressional map is going before voters this fall, we discuss what change that could bring to San Diego County. Then, a new program is teaching college students about AI and robotics in the construction industry. Next, reports show that veterans struggle financially as they transition out of service, we speak with one veteran about her experience. Finally, a local museum that’s commemorating the Chicano moratorium. Lastly, Digital Gym Cinema kicks off its September series of film restorations.

This is a conversation with a celebrity that graduated from Central Union High School. This episode features film and TV celebrity Donal Logue.

Messages disguised as romance, friendship or support are the most common types of scams.

Residents of San Diego's safe sleeping sites are suing the city to overhaul the program. Plus, the share of older people in our region is growing rapidly. Is San Diego ready for this historic shift?

KPBS's new youth-led podcast, “Voices del Valle” depicts coming-of-age stories from the Imperial Valley. The Port of Entry team played a small role in the development of this project. Today's episode delves into the nature of that collaboration and the mentorship that played a part in bringing ‘Voices del Valle’ to life.