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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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. -
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). -
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.
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The group Students for Justice in Palestine organized what they said would be the biggest protest in the history of the campus. -
Many are still staying in hotels and said those accommodations will expire in the next day or two. -
The race is on for the San Diego County Board of Supervisors District 4 seat. The district includes parts of central and Southeast San Diego, La Mesa, Lemon Grove and Spring Valley.
- In Escondido, a school board member changes her name but not her politics
- Community reacts after school board member comes out as transgender
- SCUBA divers volunteer at San Diego's Birch Aquarium
- San Diego City Council approves parking fees in Balboa Park
- San Diego Unified is getting rid of some K-8 middle schools