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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A growing chorus of architects, planners and housing advocates argue "single-stair reform" can provide higher-quality homes with more space for families with children.
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Assemblymember Chris Ward says the DMV has been dragging its feet on redeveloping its 3-acre property in Hillcrest.
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The mayor's speech focused mostly on public safety, housing and infrastructure. There were also a few newsworthy policy announcements.
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Drivers are now prohibited from parking within 20 feet of most crosswalks in an effort to improve visibility and safety.
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Bethel One will provide 26 units for low-income seniors and veterans. It's being funded without public subsidies.
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Voters will be deciding this year whether or not to raise San Diego County's sales tax by a half-percentage point.
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Dry weather is expected to move into Southern California Tuesday after a series of storms.
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The leader of the California Senate says she will run for governor in 2026.
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The mayor is expected to talk about homelessness, housing and the city’s budget.
- Water contact closures, advisories listed for San Diego County beaches
- Translucent zooplankton 'sail' to San Diego shores
- Hundreds gather to honor late San Diego philanthropist Joan Jacobs
- State bill would allow family access to nursing homes during declared emergencies
- 'Peace in Israel' week continues on UC San Diego campus along with protests