Melissa Mae
Freelance ReporterMelissa Mae is a freelance reporter in the KPBS newsroom. She has also served as a fundraising host on KPBS TV and radio since May 2019.
Melissa received her bachelor's degree in sport management from the Isenberg School of Management at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She began her broadcasting career as a sports reporter and has covered local sporting events like the Farmers Insurance Open and San Diego Padres Opening Day.
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The U.S. Women's National Team begins its World Cup journey against Vietnam. -
Andrea Barajas was emotional when she learned she'd received the award. "I just started crying," she said. -
The Lafayette Hotel and Club has been closed since October 2022 for renovations and reopened their doors on July 12. -
Eligible families have until Aug. 1 to claim the benefit. -
The city's first "safe sleeping" site has been open for a week. There are 14 tents in use and space for 116 more. -
Here are some tips on how to be prepared with the right equipment and supplies in case of an emergency.
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KPBS Midday EditionHafsa Kaka was installed this week as the head of the city’s new Homelessness Strategies and Solutions D partment. She comes to San Diego after working on homeless issues in several California cities, including Los Angeles. -
The Port of San Diego and the San Diego Symphony Thursday celebrated the debut of The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, touted as the West Coast's first bayside concert venue and park within a park. -
KPBS Midday EditionDorit Reiss, law professor at UC Hastings, joined KPBS Midday Edition to explain some of the legal issues related to vaccine mandates.
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