Andrew Bracken
Producer, KPBS Midday EditionAndrew Bracken is a producer for KPBS Midday Edition. He is also the producer and host for the KPBS podcast series "My First Day" and "San Diego Conversations," a collaboration with KPBS and the National Conflict Resolution Center.
His documentary web series "Facing North," about the multi-dimensional relationship between San Diego and Tijuana, was released digitally on PBS in 2017. A recipient of the San Diego Foundation’s Creative Catalyst fellowship, Bracken has received support for his work from Latino Public Broadcasting, KPBS, and the Berlinale Talent Campus. His short film "Facing North" explored border identity in the San Diego-Tijuana region and won a San Diego Film Award in 2017.
During his infrequent free time, he likes to play drums in and around San Diego.
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San Diego's public encampment ban has been in effect for four months. -
KPBS Midday EditionSan Diego's high cost of living, especially for housing, has many millennials and Gen Zers struggling to build a life in the region. -
The 2023 special election will determine who will fill the empty county supervisor seat in the Fourth Supervisorial District, while voters in Chula Vista are choosing their next city attorney. Also, two North County districts will decide where their water will come from. -
KPBS Midday EditionA closer look at Kehinde Wiley's work and its influence on the art world. Plus, what this weekend has in store for the arts. And Midday Movies is back with some frightening Halloween picks. -
KPBS Midday EditionThousands of lowriders and car enthusiasts are celebrating a new law that lifts restrictions on cruising across the state. -
KPBS Midday EditionDebra Kawahara, an associate dean and professor at Alliant International University, will serve as president-elect in 2024.
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The nationwide baby formula shortage is leading some parents to more creative means to ensure the nutritional needs of their infant children. -
The Guardian found many California cities spent more COVID-19 relief funds on law enforcement than rent relief and health services. -
KPBS Midday EditionSince the start of the pandemic, the number of people moving to California from other states has dropped by 38%, according to a new study.
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