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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Hasan Ikhrata will step down from leading SANDAG at the end of this year. -
San Diego's ban on public encampments takes effect this weekend. But questions remain on what the camping ban will look like on the ground. -
KPBS Midday EditionWe hear from some of the candidates running for the seat. -
On June 29, the California Reparations Task Force submitted their final report to state legislators. What's next for reparations for Black Californians? -
Intense heat is gripping much of the nation, including areas of San Diego. What do we need to know about extreme heat and the dangers that come with it? -
KPBS Midday EditionThe success of the medication semaglutide has ushered in a new era in weight loss treatment.
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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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- University of San Diego faculty on strike Wednesday and Thursday
- San Diego County Supervisors OK plans for 2 affordable housing projects
- Cardinal Robert Prevost becomes the first American pope, choosing the name Leo XIV
- Pilot error cited as root cause of helicopter crash that killed 5 Marines