Meet the Team

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.

MORE STORIES BY THIS AUTHOR

Education

PBS Survey Shows Parents Concerned Kids Aren't Ready For School

Deb Welsh

If you're a parent with a young child you may be worried that he or she lacks the necessary skills to start elementary school. According to a new survey, you're not alone.
Environment

San Diego's Superbowl Of Ornithology In Its 18th Year

Deb Welsh

The annual San Diego Bird Festival, now in its 18th year, is called the "Superbowl of Ornithology."
Education

Congress Urging San Diego High School Students To Develop Mobile App For STEM Contest

Deb Welsh

Congress wants to hear from tomorrow's innovative leaders today. That's why representatives have launched the first annual "Science, Technology, Engineering and Math" -- or "STEM" competition for high school students.
Environment

Forest Service, CPUC Hold Public Meeting Over Backcountry Power Pole Conversion Project

Deb Welsh

The U.S. Forest Service and California Public Utilities Service are hosting a public meeting to discuss San Diego Gas & Electric's master special use permit project.
KPBS Evening Edition

Breaking Down Faulconer's Win In San Diego Mayor's Race

Deb Welsh

Tarryn Mento

Overnight, Republican Kevin Faulconer went from city councilman to mayor-elect. For insight into how he defeated Democrat David Alvarez, KPBS Morning Edition Anchor Deb Welsh spoke with San Diego Mesa College political science Professor Carl Luna.
Environment

SDSU Professor Helps Test California Kelp For Radiation Exposure From Fukushima Disaster

Deb Welsh

Nearly three years after the Fukushima nuclear incident, testing for radiation will begin on samples taken from the kelp forest along the California coastline.