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San Diego News Now
San Diego news; when you want it, where you want it. Get local stories on politics, education, health, environment, the border and more. New episodes are ready weekday mornings. Hosted by Lawrence K. Jackson and produced by KPBS, San Diego and the Imperial County's NPR and PBS station.
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- San Diego News Now
Long voting lines on college campuses could signify an uptick in youth voters
First, it’s too early for actual turnout numbers, but long voting lines on college campuses could signify an uptick in the youth vote. Next, we bring you the…
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California’s re-drawn 48th Congressional District is leaning blue
First, local election results. Then, ten local organizations are helping to prevent overdoses after receiving funds from the state. Also, a condition impacting…
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County’s top election official expects an influx of poll watchers today
First, the county’s top election official says there should be no harassment or intimidation today at the polls and has contingencies in place if an observer…
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Voted yet? Our KPBS Voter Hub will help simplify the process
First, in an interview with our Digital Editor we chronicle the history behind KPBS’s Voter Hub and a recently launched WhatsApp for Spanish speakers. Then, a…
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Who's been spending big money on midterm races?
First, the Public Matters campaign finance project looks into who the biggest midterm spenders are. Then, a vigil was held to honor the man who recently died…
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Famed labor leader, feminist and civil rights icon Dolores Huerta has died
First, we take a look into famed civil rights icon, feminist and activist Dolores Huerta’s legacy. Then, family members of a man who died at the Otay Mesa…
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The next mayor of National City will have to navigate a roughly $13 Million dollar budget deficit
First, our South Bay reporter breaks down what hurdles the next mayor of National City will have to tackle. Then, our Public Matters reporter helps us sort…
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ICE’s Detainee Locator System is causing concern for families and attorneys
First, we look into why ICE detainees with final removal orders are not showing up on the Detainee Locator System. Then, whoever is the next mayor of Imperial…
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With Election Day just over a week away … in-person voting centers are now open
First, we pay a visit to the county’s election office to learn more as voting centers across the county are now open. Also, conspiracies and controversial…
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Democrats are trying to flip District 40 in the State Senate
First, we’ll tell you about the State Senate District 40 race. Also, a solar and battery project in East County is now facing a lawsuit. Then, a new ruling…
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City council committee votes to end the use of Automated License Plate Readers
First, as opposition to the tech is mounting, a San Diego City Council committee voted to end the use of ALPR’s. Also, we’ll tell you about Proposition 43…
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SDSU students are calling on the Cal State system to end its OpenAI contract
First, students at SDSU are calling on the CSU system to put an end to its current OpenAI contract. Then, ICE arrested a Lemon Grove nail salon employee over…
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Breaking down Prop 41 & 42 as Election Day approaches
First, we take a closer look into billionaire-backed Propositions 41 and 42. Then, the Justice Department announced criminal charges against four people with…
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Will the Navy’s NAVWAR site be revitalized into a data center?
San Diego developer Doug Manchester has been involved with the Navy’s efforts to revitalize its NAVWAR property in the Midway area. Hear about the latest…
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As election day approaches … we break down Prop 45
First, we present the argument for and against Proposition 45. Then, a Point Loma High School civics project had an unexpected outcome. Also, Mayor Todd Gloria…
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State officials say they’re prepared to defend election integrity when ballots are counted
First, state officials say they are prepared for any perceived election interference coming from the Trump Administration. Then, a lack of EV vehicles is…
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This week’s Santa Ana winds will bring increased irritation for allergy and asthma sufferers
First, we’ll tell you how Santa Ana winds in this week's forecast will impact allergy and asthma sufferers. Then, San Diego City Councilmembers will weigh in…
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Activists say they’ve seen an increase in immigration enforcement
First, this comes as the Washington Examiner reported that the Trump administration is increasing immigration enforcement in the state, starting here in San…
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Lawmaker pushes for oversight hearings over conditions at Donovan State Prison
First, a state lawmaker is calling for oversight hearings over conditions at Donovan State Prison during last month’s heat wave. Also, Cal State San Marcos…
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The USS Abraham Lincoln is home
First, people gathered at multiple locations across San Diego to welcome the USS Abraham Lincoln’s return, while some protested the conditions sailors…
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Grossmont Union trustee accused of leaking confidential information
The Grossmont Union High School District Board is deciding whether to censure one of its members for leaking confidential information. And, the USS Lincoln is…
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Local leaders condemn Trump’s comment that Iran could ‘take out’ San Diego
First, we take a look at how local leaders are responding to President Trump’s comments thatIran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego. Then, the San…
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Heat-related 911 calls are on the rise across the county
First, heat-related 911 calls in the first 9 months of the year have already exceeded last year’s total and that's before this current heat wave. Next, we…
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San Diego Climate Week goes through Thursday
First, clean water advocates are calling for action as part of the 2nd annual San Diego Climate Week. Next, experts say persistent stereotypes of veterans…
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There’s now a statewide guide for teaching Native American History and Culture
First, California now has a statewide guide on how to teach Native American history and culture. Next, we’ll tell you about a ballot measure that’s being…
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Midway Rising is officially one step closer to becoming a reality
First, the Midway Rising project will add two-thousand new affordable homes, a new entertainment center and acres of open space to the Sport’s Arena property…
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Tiny tech leads to big award for UCSD researcher
First, find out why a UC San Diego scientist is one of this year’s recipients of the MacArthur “genius” grant. And, how a $50 million gift is going to help…
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How an elementary school is preparing for El Niño
First, come with us as we pay a visit to a Spring Valley elementary school with a past history of flooding as it braces for El Niño. Also, Santee residents are…
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Multiple service members attached to the USS Abraham Lincoln attempted suicide
First, the Acting Navy Secretary said eight service members attached to the USS Abraham Lincoln attempted suicide during their ongoing deployment. Then, we’ll…
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Park in Barrio Logan is the latest to remove Cesar E. Chavez’s name
First, San Diego’s Board of Port Commissioners votes to rename a park in Barrio Logan in a continued effort to remove Cesar E. Chavez’s likeness. Next…
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Could SANDAG actually be adding a public transit connection at SD International?
First, SANDAG’s considering adding a public transit connection to San Diego International Airport … but there’s a catch. Also, a new executive order looks to…
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California cracks down on data centers
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs new legislation imposing more regulations on datacenters. And a First Amendment expert talks about government efforts to restrict press…
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Trump Administration now proposing Head Start program to be “English only”
First, the federal government is now proposing that the Head Start program exclusively feature “English only” instruction. Also, we check in with members of…
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Navy officials offer to relocate sailors during heat waves following KPBS report
First, following reporting from our Military and Veteran Reporter Andrew Dyer, Navy officials are now offering to relocate sailors during heat waves. Next, the…
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A bill on plug-in solar panels currently sits on the governor’s desk
First, we spoke with a local homeowner already using plug-in solar panels. Then, there are new rules in the Imperial Valley regarding data centers and…
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UC San Diego study shows declining trust in elections across party lines
First, reporter Jake Gotta looks into why trust in elections is declining. Then, migrants being detained for longer than they should be is now on the radar of…
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District Attorney: No charges for officer who fatally shot 16-year-old
First, the DA’s office will not charge the officer involved in the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old. Then, concerns over regulations to Artificial Intelligence…
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How contaminated is the Tijuana River? San Diego Coastkeeper researchers have answers
First, researchers have gathered enough information to put figures behind contamination levels at the Tijuana River. Also, the county just launched its largest…
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Dozens gather for peaceful demonstration against ICE arrest of City College student
First, dozens gathered downtown as a form of peaceful protest to a recent ICE arrest. Then, a new study shows how even the slightest changes in our breathing…
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San Diego City College students host rally denouncing ICE arrest of a Haitian student
First, an update on the ICE arrest near San Diego City College. Also, next summer La Mesa plans to host its first ever Pride event. Then, what impact does this…
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How does an engineered material arresting system impact aviation safety?
First, following another fatal plane crash over the weekend, we check in how things might have gone differently at San Diego International. Then, the extreme…
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Family of Islamic Center shooter sues mental health facility
The family of one of the shooters in the Islamic Center attack is now suing a mental health facility for negligence and wrongful death. Plus, what a looming El…
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How much money is the city leaving on the table by keeping beach parking free?
First, we looked into how much money the City of San Diego could be leaving on the table by keeping parking free at beaches. Next, members of San Diego’s Black…
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San Diego law students are clearing the way for formerly incarcerated people to practice law
First, we’ll tell you how a group of law students are helping pave the way for formerly incarcerated people to practice law. Then, an Imperial County judge is…
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NC teen indicted for filming Mosque attack charges considered “new” as far as far-right extremism
First, new details are emerging around May’s attack on the Islamic Center of San Diego. Also, San Diego County could start treating Mexican sewage that spills…
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An update on May’s Islamic Center of San Diego attack
First, an update surrounding the Islamic Center of San Diego attack from this past May. Next, a new study explores what happens when some teens take a break…
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ICE arrests hit record number in Trump’s second term
First, ICE arrests hit a record number in July, both on a national level and here locally. Then, more than a year after it was first signed into law, we take a…
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An assembly bill looks to help trans people forced out of the military
First, an assembly bill is looking to help trans people forced out of the military. Then, funding is almost out for a program using deep ocean robots to…
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New reporting reveals Balboa Park needs nearly $1 billion for repairs
First, an interview with the investigative journalist who unveiled that Balboa Park needs roughly $1 billion in repairs. Also, San Diego Unified has some…
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We look into the potential impact of the Supreme Court’s ruling on mail-in ballots
First, with Californians overwhelmingly utilizing vote by mail, we take a look into the potential impact of the Supreme Court’s decision on Trump’s executive…
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Brace yourself for heat all this week
First, a week full of heat has millions across the county looking for some relief. Also, city council members have voted to do away with a measure that allowed…
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All Middle Eastern and North African community members are counted as white on the U.S. census
First, an organization in El Cajon is asking for more accurate representation for nearly 25,000 of its local residents. Then, a resident in Emerald Hills has…
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MLB’s official approval of Padres sale also brings some inherited issues
First, Major League Baseball has officially approved the sale of the Padres but it comes with some inherited issues for the new ownership group. Then, an…
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EPA promises to bring urgency to New River crisis
First, the EPA was in Imperial County to meet with the public over the New River crisis. They say they’ll bring the same urgency to the New River crisis, as…
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ICE is no longer permitted to utilize two county firing ranges
First, ICE can no longer utilize two county firing ranges for training exercises. Then, ICE agents have arrested a minor league coach for the Padres. Next…
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County Supervisors to decide whether ICE agents can continue using two county firing ranges for training
First, county supervisors are set to decide today whether federal immigration authorities can continue using two county firing ranges for their training. Then…
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Democrats demand accountability in carrier controversy
Hear the latest on the San Diego aircraft carrier that has Defense officials on the defensive. Also, what does Donald Trump's grudge against magnets have to do…
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As the window to locate survivors dwindles, local Colombians are stepping up
First, local Colombians are stepping up to provide aid after a devastating earthquake ravaged their home country. Then, we’ll tell you why Hillel of San Diego…
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What we know from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy’s San Diego visit
First, we’ll tell you what’s new in Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy’s approach to treating homelessness and addiction. Then, a homeless women’s shelter…
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Hundreds of thousands of California ride-share drivers could soon form a union
First, some California ride-share drivers have reservations about unionizing. Next, a new battery storage facility is now open in Poway. Then, some Southeast…