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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Because of California law, San Diego residents get an additional six months of some COVID-19 related care for free. -
This year's fire season will be delayed due to the winter's heavy rains and cooler temperatures. -
Since 2016, Feeding San Diego has rescued millions of pounds of Starbucks food and helped 11 local community groups. -
As part of the city’s action plan on homelessness, a fourth 'safe' parking lot opens in Clairemont. This location is the first to provide camper trailers for families experiencing homelessness. -
This year San Diego County residents have until October 16, 2023 to file their state and federal taxes. -
The SDSU men's basketball team will be feted by fans at Snapdragon on Saturday.
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The dangerously high winds will strengthen and spread southward through San Diego County over the day Thursday, reaching their zenith overnight and into Friday morning. -
Last week, 116 new influenza cases were recorded, up from 77 the week before. -
San Diegans will begin seeing interactive kiosks around areas of downtown.
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