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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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. -
June 20 is recognized worldwide as World Refugee Day. This year's theme is "hope away from home."
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Owing to consecutive wet winters, regional infrastructure investments and conservation efforts, San Diego County has enough water to meet the region's needs. -
Money may be used for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans for uninsured property losses or other programs to help people or business owners. -
Forecasters said the risk of heavy rain in San Diego and Riverside counties won't materialize until Wednesday.
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