Susan Murphy
Health ReporterSusan Murphy is a former health reporter for KPBS, providing in-depth coverage of a variety of issues that impact San Diego County and the Imperial Valley — from infectious diseases and mental health to health care policy and medical breakthroughs. Susan started working in the KPBS Newsroom in 2003. She graduated from San Diego State University with a bachelor's degree in journalism.
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KPBS Midday EditionHomeless service providers are handing out boots and tarps, while fire-rescue personnel are providing sandbags. -
Heavy rainfall, gusty winds, large surf and mountain snow could batter the region for at least five consecutive days. By Friday, up to 4 inches of rain could deluge the coast, while 6 to 8 inches could fall in the mountains. -
More than 100 people with developmental disabilities, along with their caregivers and advocates, urged Assembly Speaker Toni Atkins and other state leaders to increase funding by 10 percent to the agencies that support them. -
San Diego city officials closed the pier in the morning when the surf was flowing through the railing. The pier reopened about 3 p.m. Tuesday after minor repairs were mailed to the railing. -
The Japanese assault on Hawaii occurred 74 years ago, propelling the U.S. into World War II
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