Lara McCaffrey
Web ProducerAs web producer, Lara McCaffrey is responsible for writing web stories, copy editing and updating the station’s website. Prior to joining KPBS, Lara worked as a freelance journalist for San Diego CityBeat, HerMoney, OK Whatever, Out There podcast and more. She also interned for Psychology Today and reached millions of readers as a senior content creator at digital media company 101 Network. Lara has a master's in journalism from Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism and a bachelor's in political science from University of California, San Diego.
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Chula Vista City Councilmember Andrea Cardenas and her brother, Jesus Cardenas, have been charged with felony counts of conspiracy to commit a crime, money laundering and other charges stemming from an alleged fraudulent loan for their political consulting business. Then, Palomar Health is being sued for allegedly suppressing a public official’s speech. One of its directors says the health district threatened to sanction her for speaking to the media. And how a San Diego program brings healthy meals from the ocean to hunger relief nonprofits. -
Southern California home sales, including in San Diego County, hit one of the lowest levels ever last month. What does that mean for home buying in the region? And Scripps Institution of Oceanography scientists are studying an underwater canyon just off the shore of La Jolla. They believe the canyon makes the vibrant marine environment near La Jolla Cove possible. Finally, Día de Muertos celebrations are happening across San Diego. A group of volunteers is standing guard at an ofrenda in Hillcrest. Last year’s got vandalized.
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A recent report from San Diego's Office of the City Auditor found funding for pedestrian safety projects like crosswalks and street lighting fell far short of the need. Then, students across California are starting to receive new resources and opportunities in their arts education thanks to Prop 28. The funding is also helping children with special needs. And Día de Muertos celebrations are underway. KPBS is celebrating the holiday with the community in a special way this year.
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KPBS Midday EditionThrough awareness campaigns like Breast Cancer Awareness Month and World Menopause Day, there is hope that women can be prepared to advocate for their health. -
KPBS Midday EditionCalifornia regulators plan to ban cars with combustible engines by 2035. That means there needs to be more charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs) and changes to how we use our electrical grid. Plus, why is the state funding fueling stations for hydrogen fuel cell cars if there's so few sales? -
October is not only spooky season, but also the season of freebies (for kids).
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Authorities declared the Gaza Solidarity Encampment an unlawful assembly at about 5:45 a.m. Monday. -
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