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Supervisor race heads to run off; push to reform state environmental law

1 week ago | kpbs.org | Scott Rodd |Andrew Bracken

S1: Coming up on KPBS roundtable. Polls have closed , and the majority of votes are counted in the county Board of Supervisors special election. The contest now heads to a runoff. S2: This race is going to decide whether Democrats or Republicans have a majority on that county board of supervisors. S1: We'll take a closer look at the two South Bay mayors who will face off in July. Then state legislators are looking to reform a longstanding environmental law.
How Trump's tariffs could impact San Diego's economy

2 weeks ago | kpbs.org | Jade Hindmon |Julianna Domingo |Andrew Bracken

S1: Welcome in San Diego , it's Jade Hindman. On today's show , how the Trump administration's new tariffs could impact our local economy. This is KPBS Midday Edition. Connecting our communities through conversation. Today , markets continue to see big swings in response to the Trump administration's commitment to imposing tariffs on countries across the globe.
This week in the arts: San Diego Writers Festival, Arab Film Fest and 'The Finest' podcast

3 weeks ago | kpbs.org | Julianna Domingo |Andrew Bracken

S1: It's time for Midday Edition on KPBS. Today's arts and culture show features one local poet appearing at this year's San Diego Writers Festival. Plus , we get a preview of the upcoming Arab Film Fest. I'm Andrew Bracken in for Jade Heinemann here with conversations that keep you informed , inspired and engaged. Writer Katie Manning shares what makes the art of poetry so special for her.
Longtime voice of San Diego sports signs off

4 weeks ago | kpbs.org | Andrew Bracken |Brooke Ruth

S1: Hey , San Diego , it's Andrew Bracken in for Jade Hyneman. On the eve of the San Diego Padres season opener. We hear from the former voice of the Padres. Ted Leitner called his final game last week. He shares what moments have stayed with him over the years and the bond he's formed with San Diego sports fans. This is KPBS Midday Edition. Connecting our communities through conversation. When you think of the Voice of San Diego sports , chances are the first name that comes to mind is Ted Leitner.
San Diego woman honored for domestic violence work

4 weeks ago | kpbs.org | Andrew Bracken |Julianna Domingo

S1: Hey , San Diego , it's Andrew Bracken in for Jade Hyneman. Today we hear from one of San Diego's Women of Distinction for 2025 who's working to end intimate partner violence. This is KPBS Midday Edition. Connecting our communities through conversation. March is Women's history month , and earlier this month , Mayor Todd Gloria hosted a Women of Distinction event to recognize exceptional women in San Diego and thank them for what they do to make the city a better place for all of us.
City tweaks granny flat program, cross-border sewage bill changes course

1 month ago | kpbs.org | Andrew Bracken |Scott Rodd

S1: Coming up on KPBS roundtable. San Diego City Council made changes last week to the rules for a backyard apartments. They're looking to rein in large multi-unit developments for certain parts of the city. We'll discuss what's changed and what it could mean for housing production in San Diego. S2: But they basically rolled it back a bit , and they discussed rolling the program back even more significantly over the next few months.
Exploring San Diego's 'sober curious' scene

1 month ago | kpbs.org | Andrew Bracken |Jade Hindmon

S1: Welcome in San Diego , it's Jade Hindman. On today's show , we'll tell you about the sober , curious movement and then introduce you to people who are creating space and options for people who are cutting back on alcohol. This is KPBS Midday Edition. Connecting our communities through conversation. While more research is needed , studies suggest alcohol increases the risk for colorectal cancer.
What pet owners need to know about bird flu

1 month ago | kpbs.org | Andrew Bracken |Jade Hindmon

S1: Welcome in San Diego , it's Jade Hindman. The bird flu has gone from birds to cattle. And. Well , now on to cats. Today we'll talk about how to keep your pets safe. This is KPBS Midday Edition. Connecting our communities through conversation. Last week , San Diego County announced its first case of bird flu found in a house cat. That case is still under investigation. But since then , several other cats across the state have also contracted bird flu.