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Emily Burns
Assistant Producer - Contributor through August 2014
Emily Burns is a Gloria Penner Political Fellow, assisting in coverage of news, politics and policy for KPBS Evening Edition and KPBS Midday Edition.
Emily graduated from SDSU with a bachelor's degree in journalism. During her studies, she focused most of her projects on public safety. While attending SDSU, Emily served KPBS as a production assistant. She also interned with San Diego Magazine.
A San Diego native, Emily spent time in Washington, D.C. while completing undergraduate coursework. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, watching crime and legal dramas, and trying new restaurants.
Recent Stories by Emily Burns
'Into The Woods' Returns To Old Globe 28 Years After Debut
- July 24, 2014
- By Emily Burns, Maureen Cavanaugh
The musical "Into The Woods" debuted in 1986 at The Old Globe. Twenty-eight years later, it's back at The Globe as a lean, imaginative production by the Fiasco Theater company.
Brush Fire At Mission Trails Regional Park Kept To 95 Acres; Blaze 95% Contained
- July 13, 2014
- By Emily Burns, Neiko Will, Patty Lane
Firefighters moved quickly Sunday afternoon to attack the blaze in the San Diego park from the ground and air. Mission Trails Park should be open Tuesday.
Camp Widow Helps People Cope With Loss Of Loved One
- July 11, 2014
- By Dwane Brown, Emily Burns
Soaring Spirits International is hosting Camp Widow in San Diego through Sunday.
San Diego Teens Learn How To Be 'Cyber Defenders'
- June 18, 2014
- By Dwane Brown, Emily Burns
Twenty high school students are participating in a weeklong boot camp focused on educating them about cybercrime.
Injured San Diego Marine Dog Handler Reunited With Canine Friend
- June 17, 2014
- By Emily Burns, Maureen Cavanaugh, Peggy Pico
Jose Armenta, a retired Marine dog handler, has adopted his military dog Zenit after being wounded in Afghanistan.
USD Report Finds Outlook For San Diego Nonprofits Is Hopeful
- June 12, 2014
- By Emily Burns, Peggy Pico, Tom Fudge
A new study by the Caster Family Center For Nonprofit and Philanthropic Research at USD examines the well-being of local nonprofits using data and feedback from their leaders.
San Diego Trauma System Celebrates 30 Years Of Saving Lives
- May 30, 2014
- By Dwane Brown, Emily Burns
Six hospitals in San Diego make up the San Diego Trauma System, which has been working to save lives in the county for 30 years.
Southern California Torch Run For The Special Olympics Kicks Off In San Diego
- May 27, 2014
- By Dwane Brown, Emily Burns
Law enforcement officials from throughout San Diego County kicked off a nine-day Southern California torch run Tuesday for the 2014 summer Special Olympics.
Therapy Dog Helps SDSU Students Combat The Stress Of Finals
- May 6, 2014
- By Dwane Brown, Emily Burns
Baxter, the therapy dog, visited the San Diego State University library on Tuesday to provide some stress relief for students studying for finals.
San Diego Celebrates 'Earth Week' By Teaching Five 'R's'
- April 22, 2014
- By City News Service, Dwane Brown, Emily Burns
Hundreds of businesses, nonprofit organizations and government agencies are set to take part in the 25th annual Earth Fair, sharing environmentally friendly products, services and policies. The event generally draws 60,000 people to Balboa Park.
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