Carlos Castillo
Video JournalistCarlos Castillo is a bilingual Emmy award-winning video journalist. Born and raised in Southern California, Carlos grew up with a knack for capturing special moments. In high school and college, Carlos excelled in video production courses, winning numerous awards for his work. Prior to joining KPBS, Carlos worked in Laredo, Texas as a news photographer for the local Univision/Fox station. He later worked in San Diego at Univision where he won an Emmy for his two-part series in the general assignment category. In his free time, Carlos enjoys playing with his cat Benji, nerding out in video games, and DJ-ing at local San Diego restaurants and clubs.
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Comic-Con isn't just about the panels and cosplay — it's a collector's paradise. From limited edition Funkos to nostalgia-fueled designer toys, the exhibit hall floor is packed with Comic-Con exclusives that can be worth thousands. But for many fans, it's not about the resale value — it's about the thrill of the hunt. -
Day 1 of Comic-Con has come and gone. Thousands were in downtown San Diego Thursday for the pop culture extravaganza. -
Remember PAC-MAN? The iconic arcade game is celebrating its 45th anniversary with a pop-up cafe in the Gaslamp District. -
A special election that could shift the balance of power on the County Board of Supervisors is less than a month away. Seven candidates are vying for the District 1 seat. As part of this year’s KPBS Voter Hub project, South Bay Engagement Producer Marielena Castellanos spoke with voters about the key issues at stake. -
In a nutshell, TwitchCon is a convention where livestreamers — or streamers as they’re known on the platform — meet their community. -
KPBS takes a look at the arc of women's voices through historical artifacts at the new home of the Women's Museum of California.
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The region's avocado acreage has dropped from roughly 26,000 acres in 2008 to about 13,000 in 2024. A combination of increased water rates and labor costs is bringing the industry down. -
The lawsuit filed in federal court by a San Diego law firm says the ICE strategy of arresting asylum seekers who show up for their immigration court hearings violates their rights and delegitimizes the legal process. -
The zoo says it intends to follow the city's plans to offer discounted parking rates to San Diego residents who drive to Balboa Park.
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