Lara McCaffrey
Social Media StrategistAs social media strategist, Lara McCaffrey is responsible for connecting and engaging with our social media audiences. 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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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. -
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). -
Organizers of the Live Well Center’s public art program said the pieces were selected based on community member feedback — an attempt to create a building for the community. -
The three-day festival will bring more than 140 female surfers to Oceanside Pier to compete.
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The door of a federally contracted armored vehicle flew open, spilling cash on both south and northbound lanes of the I-5. -
Emergency crews and authorities are cleaning up the wreckage and damage Tuesday caused by a small plane crash in Santee. -
The Cessna 340A crashed around 12:15 p.m., according to the Federal Aviation Administration. The plane started its flight from Yuma Arizona and was headed to Montgomery Field in San Diego, said county spokesperson Donna Durckel.
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