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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You can request a new ballot from the Registrar of Voters.
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California allows anyone not currently incarcerated for a felony sentence to register to vote and vote in elections.
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Following last week’s storm, some families in National City are unable to return to their rented homes. Then, some environmental groups have been locked in a nine month long legal battle with the state over new solar rules. They’re now taking their claim to California’s Supreme Court. Finally, a state program will be doling out $250 million to first time homebuyers this spring.
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For those who want to help beyond the county-sponsored relief fund, fundraisers and donation drives, there are multiple volunteer efforts led by both community members and organizations.
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North County Transit District will receive $53.9 million in federal funding for improvements to the San Dieguito River Railway Bridge. The bridge will be replaced, moving from a single track to a double track and raising the height of the tracks. Then, an independent investigation released by Metropolitan Transit System found former San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher had no involvement with the firing of a former MTS employee who has accused him of sexual harassment and assault. Finally, Black Comix Day is an annual event that puts the spotlight on Black creators in the comic book industry. It’s happening Feb. 3-4 at the WorldBeat Cultural Center.
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The biggest stories on readers’ minds this year: housing, homelessness and cost of living.
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After two months of closure, rail service between Orange County and San Diego County resumed Monday on both Metrolink and Amtrak lines.
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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.
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