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Tourists Return To San Diego Mar 25, 2021

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Travel to and hotel bookings in San Diego are up, though not quite back to pre-pandemic levels. And… remember how back in the early days of the pandemic, San Diego unveiled a "slow streets" program to give residents safe places to walk and ride bikes? In recent months that program has been quietly scaled back to just one street in Pacific Beach. Plus, a new podcast called “Blood on Gold Mountain” tells the story of the 1871 LA Chinatown massacre.

The Race For The 79th Mar 24, 2021

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Early voting begins today in the special election to fill the 79th district state assembly seat. The seat used to belong to Dr. Shirley Weber, now the Secretary of State. Meanwhile, San Diego county and Mexico are working together on opening a new vaccination site downtown at the Mexican Consulate. Plus, South bay women leaders in healthcare get honored for their work during the pandemic.

Rent Relief On The Way Mar 23, 2021

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Mayor Todd Gloria Monday urged workers affected by the pandemic to apply for rent relief though San Diego's COVID-19 Housing Stability Assistance Program. Meanwhile, according to HHS plans, the San Diego Convention Center will be used on a temporary basis to house unaccompanied minors who’ve crossed the border. Plus, the city of Calexico finally voted to sell the federal government nearly 2.5 acres of undeveloped land initially slated for a border wall -- but that vote appears to have come too late.

Police Drones In Chula Vista Mar 22, 2021

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The Chula Vista Police Department is the first police agency in the nation to be able to respond to 911 calls and emergencies with drones. But the move has its critics. Meanwhile, there’s a fight going on to save The Flying Leathernecks Museum at MCAS Miramar. Plus, a deeper look at the KPBS special series covering small businesses impacted by the Pandemic.

How The Pandemic Has Reshaped Education Mar 19, 2021

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Distance learning during the pandemic has only worsened the achievement gap between students from marginalized communities and those growing up in privilege. But could there be some long-term benefits to this experience? Meanwhile, a full look at the recall efforts against Governor Gavin Newsom as recall leaders say they have enough signatures. Plus, weekend preview with KPBS’ Arts Calendar Editor.

Pandemic Changes To Our Roads And Trolleys Mar 18, 2021

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The pandemic has had a profound impact on how San Diegans get around. Now city planners are figuring out what lessons can be applied to the future of transportation in the county. Meanwhile, local reaction to the shootings in Atlanta. Plus, efforts to restore Red Hill Bay at the Salton Sea were supposed to begin in 2015 -- but the project never got off the ground and now local officials are in a tussle with air quality regulators.

Finally In The Red Mar 17, 2021

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As of today, San Diego county is finally moving back into the less restrictive red tier. That will allow limited indoor operations of businesses such as restaurants, movie theaters and gyms. Plus: the next installment in our “Pandemic Life: One Year On,” series takes a look at the devastating toll the pandemic has had on small businesses. If you listen to this podcast, consider supporting it by becoming a KPBS member today. www.kpbs.org/support

Pandemic Life: The Impact On Health Care Mar 16, 2021

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One year into this pandemic life, we look at the response of major healthcare organizations to COVID-19 and how the pandemic has changed the healthcare system going forward. Meanwhile, Carlsbad students are returning to classrooms this week. Plus, an inewsource investigation finds fewer than 1% of those incarcerated in San Diego county jails have been vaccinated against covid-19.

Pandemic Life: One Year On Mar 15, 2021

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KPBS kicks off a series looking back at the past pandemic year. We’ll also speak with small business owners who have been among those most impacted by the pandemic. Plus, starting Monday, COVID-19 vaccinations are available for San Diego County residents ages 16 to 64 with underlying medical conditions.

25 Percent Vaccinated Mar 12, 2021

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Twenty-five percent of San Diegans have now received at least one dose of aCOVID-19 vaccine, and nearly 15% are fully vaccinated. Advocates for foster youth in San Diego county are concerned about the possible closure of San Pasqual Academy in Escondido - the academy is school and home for about 70 teenage foster kids.. Plus, an overhaul to the way San Diego County’s Metropolitan Transit System collects fares is launching this summer. The overhaul will give transit riders more flexibility and cost savings.

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