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Deb Welsh
Morning Edition News Anchor
Deb Welsh is a familiar name to news radio listeners in San Diego, having been in the market for more than 25 years. Before joining KPBS, Deb worked as a news anchor for KSDO and KOGO News Radio. She was also affiliated with the Copley Radio News Network and had a long association with Peters Productions, Inc. — a national radio syndicator.
A graduate of New Mexico State University, Deb has a Bachelor of Arts in journalism.
She's been recognized by the Society of Professional Journalists with several awards for spot news/breaking news and team news coverage.
Recent Stories by Deb Welsh
Valley Center Author Found Guilty Of Practicing Medicine Without License
- Feb. 4, 2016
- By Deb Welsh
Robert Young, the author of "The pH Miracle: Balance Your Diet, Reclaim Your Health," is facing jail time for providing bogus medical treatments.
San Diegans Offset Air Travel With Carbon Credits
- Oct. 22, 2015
- By Deb Welsh
Now San Diego air travelers can go to an airport coffee shop and get a carbon offset sticker with their cappuccino.
Mesa Community College Kicks Off 4-Year Degree Program
- Aug. 25, 2015
- By Deb Welsh
As part of a state pilot program Mesa College is offering a four-year degree in Health Information Management.
Affirmative Action Bans Lead To Decline In Medical School Enrollees Of Color
- July 7, 2015
- By Deb Welsh
The findings show affirmative action bans have led to about a 17 percent decline in first-time medical school enrollees who are underrepresented students of color.
San Diegans Face Property Tax Deadline
- Dec. 9, 2014
- By Deb Welsh
Property taxes are due Wednesday. Failure to make the payment on time will result in a 10 percent penalty.
Big Turnout Expected For Clean The Bay Day
- Oct. 24, 2014
- By Deb Welsh
Clean the Bay Day is Saturday from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at South Shores Park. During last year's event, volunteers collected 561 pounds of trash.
U.S. Supreme Court To Decide San Diego Man's Death Sentence
- Oct. 21, 2014
- By Deb Welsh and Associated Press
The high court has agreed to consider a case that will determine the constitutionality of dismissing minority jurors.
Saturday Is "Electric Vehicle Day" In San Diego
- Sept. 19, 2014
- By Deb Welsh
Want to get to know more about electric vehicles and even test drive one? This Saturday is your chance.
When Baby Boomers Take A Vacation, It's Often A 'Celebration'
- Aug. 8, 2014
- By Deb Welsh
Even hard-earned vacation time doesn't come without its challenges. Figuring out where to go and staying within your budget are two of the biggest problems for vacationers.
Del Mar Makes Changes To Turf Track After Horse Deaths
- July 28, 2014
- By Deb Welsh and Associated Press
Eight horses at the Del Mar Race Track have died in two weeks of racing. Four of the horses were running on the track's turf course when they were injured and eventually euthanized.