
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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KPBS Midday EditionGun rights advocates filed a lawsuit challenging a California law that would allow private citizens to sue manufacturers of illegal firearms.
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KPBS Midday EditionThe regional planning agency has removed a plan to charge drivers for every mile they drive instead of every gallon of gas they purchase.
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In an interview with KPBS, Oscar Rendon detailed his accusation against Will Rodriguez-Kennedy, chair of the San Diego County Democratic Party.
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Will Rodriguez-Kennedy said he would not be facing charges related to assault allegations from an ex-boyfriend.
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The Pepper Canyon West Living and Learning Neighborhood will offer housing to more than 1,300 undergraduates.
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San Diego-based non-profit Pedal Ahead was recently chosen to administer California's Electric Bicycle Incentive Project.
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The Big City Mayors coalition, chaired by Gloria, requested Newsom and legislators avoid making cuts to the Homelessness Housing, Assistance and Prevention program.
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Mayor Todd Gloria Friday revealed his proposed $5.65 billion budget for fiscal year 2025.
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It rates street conditions in District 4 among the worst in the city and directs the least money to fix them.
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