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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Emergency crews and authorities are cleaning up the wreckage and damage Tuesday caused by a small plane crash in Santee.
- San Diego County estimates 400,000 Medi-Cal, CalFresh recipients could lose benefits
- A crisis team responding to a suicide attempt asked for help, El Cajon Police refused
- EPA head and Mexican government sign agreement to end Tijuana sewage flows
- Fearing lawsuits, El Cajon Police stopped responding to some mental health calls
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