Leslie Gonzalez
Web ProducerLeslie Gonzalez is a freelance writer and editor from San Diego, California. Her works of fiction are published in Mythos magazine and Indie IT Press, and her editorial work is published on “LOCALE,” “OK Whatever,” and “Flaunt.”
Prior to working for KPBS as a web producer, Leslie was the fiction editor for “Kelp Journal,” a content creator for “Novelty 101,” and a blog editor for “The Coachella Review.” Leslie has performed her stories with the Desert Sun Storytellers Project on stage in front of a live audience. Her writing primarily focuses on mental health issues, cultural adversity and identity, entertainment, fiction, and commercial content creation.
She earned her BA in creative writing from California State University, Northridge and her MFA in fiction from University of California, Riverside at Palm Desert.
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KPBS Midday EditionLast month, a group of master's students from the University of San Diego embarked on a two-week train journey to bridge gaps across the country. Here's what they found out. -
The Big Exchange returns to San Diego with free admission access to museum members all over the county. -
Earth Day honors environmental achievements and brings awareness to protect the Earth's natural resources for future generations. -
The Day of the Child or Día del Niño is celebrated in many countries in April to promote the wellbeing of children. KPBS compiled a list of events and activities you can attend with your child. -
It's a presidential election year, which means political campaigns and advertisements will be everywhere for all to see. -
In February, San Diego Museum Month commemorates its 35th anniversary, showcasing more than 60 museums and cultural institutions across San Diego County.
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A look back at SDCC 2025's highlights and tips for celebrating pop culture all year long. -
KPBS Cinema Junkie Beth Accomando and KPBS' Leslie Gonzalez attended the 2025 Eisner Awards, the "Oscars" of the comics industry, and captured these highlights and backstage interviews. -
Local leaders to speak out after ICE agents arrested several workers at a South Park restaurant Friday.
- Big hike in fees for San Diego sports leagues leaves players on the bench
- More than 200,000 Afghan allies without options as resettlement ends
- El Cajon police chief disagrees with attorney general over sanctuary law
- State Democrat lawmakers move forward with plans for redistricting vote
- Downtown special event parking prices draw backlash from San Diego groups