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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On Sunday, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced he'd signed a slew of new bills aimed at strengthening the state’s cannabis laws. -
San Diego Public Library commemorates Banned Books Week with in-person and virtual events the week of Sept.18-24. -
KPBS Midday EditionSept. 15 marked International Day of Democracy, as designated by the United Nations. -
The Grape Day Festival returns Saturday, Sept. 10 for what the Escondido History Center calls the city's “one-day history lesson.” -
KPBS Midday EditionE-cigarette maker Juul Labs has tentatively agreed to a settlement of $438.5 million for marketing its products to young people. -
KPBS Midday EditionThe bill, SB-846, was similar to a proposal the governor put forth in August, but included some compromises.
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Emergency crews and authorities are cleaning up the wreckage and damage Tuesday caused by a small plane crash in Santee.
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