Andrew Bowen
Metro ReporterAs the KPBS metro reporter, Andrew Bowen covers a broad range of issues across San Diego County, including local government, housing, transportation, infrastructure and climate change. His reporting at KPBS has won numerous awards, including the 2019 Gloria Penner Award for Political Affairs Reporting from the San Diego chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists and the 2018 Walk the Walk Award from Circulate San Diego. Before moving to San Diego, Andrew worked for six years as a freelance translator, radio reporter, and TV news producer in Germany. His work for the German international public broadcaster Deutsche Welle had him covering local, national, and international stories across Europe. He also worked as a producer and reporter for the English-language website of Der Spiegel, Germany's largest news magazine. Andrew is originally from Santa Rosa, California. He holds a bachelor of science degree in journalism with a minor in Spanish from Northwestern University. He speaks fluent Spanish, Portuguese, and German.
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In a move praised by advocates for government transparency, the Metropolitan Transit System has agreed to start routinely posting audio of its board meetings online. -
The San Diego County Bicycle Coalition is bringing back CicloSDias, an event that closes streets to traffic to encourage biking and walking. Organizers say they hope the city of San Diego will become a stronger partner in making the event happen more often. -
A set of zoning changes for San Ysidro meant to encourage more "smart growth" development has been delayed. San Diego's Planning Commission wants more assurances it will comply with the city's Climate Action Plan.
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Mayor Kevin Faulconer has announced a marked improvement in 911 wait times over the last four months. But the city is still failing to meet national standards. -
In an effort to address that problem, the LGBT Community Center opened up the Sunburst Youth Housing Project in 2006. -
KPBS Midday EditionEllis said he was dropping out of the race because most voters rely on political affiliation when voting in local elections and that Democrats have an advantage in District 1. He also cited Trump as a reason for dropping out.
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In a move to separate cyclists and scooter riders from cars on Pershing Drive, Mayor Todd Gloria Thursday directed city staff to install bollards to create bikeways in both directions. -
The increase will hit single-family homes hardest, while multi-family homes such as condos and apartments, as well as nonresidential ratepayers will actually see a decrease of 5% and 12.1%, respectively. -
California Gov. Gavin Newsom turned back a recall attempt by motivating fellow Democrats who showed little interest during much of the campaign.
- Big hike in fees for San Diego sports leagues leaves players on the bench
- More than 200,000 Afghan allies without options as resettlement ends
- El Cajon police chief disagrees with attorney general over sanctuary law
- State Democrat lawmakers move forward with plans for redistricting vote
- Downtown special event parking prices draw backlash from San Diego groups