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Marissa Cabrera

News Producer, KPBS Midday Edition

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Marissa Cabrera worked as a producer for KPBS Midday Edition and had previously served as a Newscast Producer for KPBS' Morning Edition. Before joining KPBS she reported on Vatican affairs, social, and cultural issues in Rome, Italy. She also contributed to a documentary on sex abuse in the Catholic Church. Marissa has worked as a multimedia journalist at various news stations in San Diego and Monterey as well as Columbia, Missouri. Marissa graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia with a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism.

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Crime Writer James Ellroy On 'This Storm'

Maureen Cavanaugh

Marissa Cabrera

James Ellroy will be speaking about his new novel "This Storm" Sunday at Mysterious Galaxy Bookstore.
KPBS Midday Edition

World Cup: US Women's Soccer Team Strives For Wins On The Field And In The Courtroom

Jade Hindmon

Marissa Cabrera

Ahead of the 2019 Women’s World Cup in France, soccer journalist Caitlin Murray discusses her new book about the history behind the U.S. Women’s National Team and its long struggle for greater equity.
KPBS Midday Edition

Parkland Shooting Survivors To Bring Message Of Hope To San Diego

Maureen Cavanaugh

Marissa Cabrera

Brendan Duff and Sofie Whitney will speak about their book "Glimmer of Hope" Sunday at the Lawrence Family JCC as part of its Community Divided/Humanity United series.
KPBS Midday Edition

First Person: Joking About Cancer

Marissa Cabrera

North Park resident Summer Golden opens up about how her stand-up comedy routine is helping her cope with cancer.
KPBS Midday Edition

California's Aging Population Is Growing, Quickly. Are We Ready?

Maureen Cavanaugh

Marissa Cabrera

By the year 2030, California's senior population is expected to grow from 6 to 9 million residents. That will have a significant impact on everything from health care to transportation and housing. Join KPBS Midday Edition this Wednesday at noon for a live broadcast and panel discussion with local experts on navigating the golden years in California.
KPBS Midday Edition

How Pardoning Servicemen Accused Of War Crimes May Impact The US Military

Maureen Cavanaugh

Marissa Cabrera

President Trump is reportedly preparing to pardon servicemen accused of war crimes, including Special Operations Chief Edward Gallagher, a Navy SEAL who is set to stand trial in San Diego next week.