Riley Arthur
Web ProducerRiley Arthur is a web producer at KPBS. She is responsible for copy editing, updating the station’s website, writing stories and multimedia production.
A Fulbright Scholar and National Geographic Explorer, Riley has built her career reporting on marginalized communities, gentrification, cultural nostalgia and the intersection of urban change.
Riley is a published author and photojournalist who champions the accessibility of photography and regularly teaches smartphone photography classes throughout the greater San Diego area. She is best known for her long term project documenting the decline of New York City diners.
Her work has been published in The New York Times, The Guardian, BBC, HuffPost and “Der Spiegel” among others.
MORE STORIES BY THIS AUTHOR
-
San Diego remains one of the most expensive cities in the U.S. in 2026, forcing many residents to make significant lifestyle adjustments. -
It can be hard enough to set a goal or New Year’s resolution, let alone succeed at it. So we asked experts about the science behind them — why we make resolutions, why they fail, and how to make them stick. Along the way, we’ll be sharing actionable advice to help you crush your New Year’s resolutions. -
San Diego has been on national 'most expensive places to live' lists for many years, leading locals to cut spending and start DIY-ing. -
KPBS Midday EditionWhat’s your New Year’s resolution for 2025? How do you feel about New Year’s resolutions in general? -
Looking to give back but not sure where to start? We’ve put together a category-based list tailored to different interests and values across San Diego County. For those in need we have you covered. -
KPBS Social Media Strategist Lara McCaffrey shares a personal story of love and remembrance for Day of the Dead. She reflects on her parents’ journey — from meeting in France to building a life together — as she prepares to walk down the aisle herself on the holiday.
- Tijuana was calm Monday after Sunday's violence in response to killing of cartel leader
- Americans in Mexico warned of danger as violence breaks out
- Famed Mexican restaurant Las Cuatro Milpas expected to reopen this spring
- The POTUS 2026 State of the Union Address - A PBS News Special
- Data show San Diego police stop fewer drivers while more people die in traffic