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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Campbell spearheaded the city's short-term rental ordinance, which she touts as a good compromise after years of stalemate. -
Last week, local activist Tasha Williamson said on Facebook that Will Rodriguez-Kennedy had been accused of assault. She told KPBS the accusations involved sex while his accuser was intoxicated and incapable of giving consent. -
A City Council hearing on the police budget was overshadowed by attacks from the police union on Councilmember Monica Montgomery Steppe. -
The state's Surplus Land Act requires developments on public lands to prioritize low-income affordable housing. -
Congress approved nearly $14 million in funding for public transit projects in San Diego County. -
Several recent bike lane projects have sparked backlash among residents, prompting Mayor Todd Gloria and his staff to issue apologies.
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KPBS Midday EditionSan Diego is considering a new program focused on helping communities most impacted by the War on Drugs share in the profits of legalized cannabis. A similar program in Los Angeles has faced criticism. -
Following demonstrations in Barrio Logan and at the San Diego airport, hundreds marched in downtown San Diego in support of raising the federal minimum wage.
- County official overseeing animal shelters complained of 'shit dogs,' too few euthanasias in voice message
- San Diego City Council approves parking fees in Balboa Park
- A rivalry over $50 million meant to clean cross-border rivers is brewing
- City Council approves phased-in $25/hour minimum wage for hospitality workers
- Nathan Fletcher's accuser seeks restraining order against Lorena Gonzalez