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John Carroll
General Assignment Reporter & Anchor
John Carroll was born in Long Beach, California. His affinity for the written and spoken word began as a young child. So it followed logically that he studied broadcast journalism at Pepperdine University, having fallen in love with the medium after a high school internship at WMAQ TV in Chicago.
Over the years, John’s profession would take him to Reno, Los Angeles and eventually home to San Diego where he reported at Channel 10 for several years before becoming the weekend anchor/reporter at CW6.
John is thrilled to now be a part of KPBS Radio & TV in his role as a general assignment reporter and Saturday morning radio news anchor. He loves coming up with story ideas that aren't being covered elsewhere, but he’s also ready to cover the breaking news of the day. In addition, he delivers the local news headlines on Saturday mornings during NPR's Weekend Edition. He also lends his talent to the station’s fundraising efforts as part of KPBS’ on-air fundraising team.
Recent Stories by John Carroll
San Diego Councilman And Senator Secure $1.5 Million For 'Bridge For Max'
- July 22
- By City News Service, John Carroll
City Councilman Raul Campillo on Thursday announced $1.5 million in state funding for the "Bridge for Max" initiative to construct a pedestrian and bicycle bridge at the San Diego River Trail Crossing where a 21-year-old man drowned.
San Diego Infectious Disease Expert Advises Indoor Mask Wearing, Even If You're Vaccinated
- July 16
- By John Carroll
L.A. County has reinstated indoor mask mandates for everyone, including vaccinated people. A San Diego infectious disease expert advises everyone he knows to wear masks indoors too.
San Diegans Could Benefit From $5 Billion High-Speed Internet Proposal
- July 13
- By John Carroll
Gov. Newsom and legislative leaders have agreed on a proposal to spend more than $5 billion to build the infrastructure to bring high-speed internet to underserved communities in both urban and rural areas of California.
New California Law Changes How Fatal Police Shootings Of Unarmed People Are Investigated
- July 7
- By John Carroll
For years, law enforcement agencies investigated when an officer shot and killed an unarmed suspect, and district attorneys decided on charges. Until now.
Coronado Gets Ready For Big 4th Of July Celebration
- July 2
- By John Carroll
With COVID-19 restrictions lifted, holiday traditions return, from fireworks to road races.
Longtime Tierrasanta Mail Carrier Saluted After His Final Deliveries
- July 2
- By John Carroll
John Piontek delivered mail in the Villa Barbados neighborhood for 29 years. On Wednesday, the residents gave him a surprise retirement celebration.
Medi-Cal Expands Coverage To All Low Income Californians 50 And Over
- June 29
- By John Carroll
California's new budget expands Medi-Cal to cover all low income people 50 and older, including people in the country without legal permission. The price tag is $1.3 billion.
San Diego Leaders Call For End To Border Restrictions
- June 25
- By John Carroll
Non-essential border crossings between the U.S. and Mexico are not allowed under COVID-19 restrictions. Local leaders say that is hurting border businesses.
New System Would Make Giving Testimony At Government Meetings More Efficient
- June 23
- By John Carroll
Making public comments at government meetings can mean hours of waiting. A San Diego activist is proposing an alternative that's as simple as getting a text message.
Civil Rights Leader Calls For Reform Of Local Law Enforcement
- June 10
- By John Carroll
The Rev. Shane Harris of the People's Association for Justice Advocates says law enforcement in San Diego County is in need of serious reform. He says his organization will soon put out policy suggestions on how to do that.
Stories featuring work by John Carroll
San Diego Coronavirus Deaths Increase By 12, County Advises No Experimental Treatments
- April 7, 2020
- By City News Service
The new cases are the fewest reported in the county since March 28 and the second fewest in two weeks, but the number of deaths is by far the largest increase since the public health emergency began.
Confirmed COVID-19 Cases In San Diego County Approaches 2,500, Deaths Near 100
- April 22, 2020
- By City News Service
The county has reported 24 deaths from the respiratory illness over a two-day period, the deadliest two-day stretch since the coronavirus outbreak began.
Gov. Newsom Urges People To Avoid Holiday Gatherings
- July 2, 2020
- Kathleen Ronayne / Associated Press
Gov. Gavin Newsom is urging Californians to use common sense over the Fourth of July weekend by wearing masks and avoiding traditional gatherings with family and friends. The governor says the state won't be “going into everybody's backyard and enforcing" but people should be safe and thoughtful.
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