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Caltrans prepares to make changes to carpool lanes Feb 12, 2026

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First, we tell you why Caltrans is preparing to make changes to carpool lanes. Then, Chula Vista’s Police Chief says city leaders are trying to force her out. Next, we tell you how scientists are using satellites and lasers to track climate change all the way from space. Plus, a celebration around Black creators taking place this upcoming weekend.

South Bay’s first community-owned grocery store now open Feb 11, 2026

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First, Imperial Beach residents now have a new and local option for fresh groceries. Also, we tell you why San Diego County has now closed its Section 8 housing voucher waitlist. Then, a group of people living in their RV’s have formed a union of sorts. Plus, the story of a Chula Vista local whose comeback story made waves on a national stage. And finally, we catch up on the latest at the Old Globe Theater.

San Diego is expanding free parking in Balboa Park for city residents Feb 10, 2026

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First, debates around paid parking in Balboa Park seem to be far from over. Then, hundreds of pharmacy and lab workers have now joined the Kaiser Permanente health care worker strike. A top official at the Department of Animal Services has now stepped down, we’ll tell you why. Also, we bring you the story of a La Mesa family who is saving money in a creative way. Last but not least, our ‘Museum A Month’ series highlights a different museum across the county each month! This month we put our focus on the San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art.

San Diego Democratic Rep. Juan Vargas denied entry into Otay Mesa immigrant detention center Feb 09, 2026

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Why was local representative Juan Vargas denied entry into the Otay Mesa detention center? Then, we tell you about a new plan that focuses on immediate investments over more ambitious transit goals. Also, San Diego Pride is planning its first-ever fashion show. And our local Cinema Junkie tells us you might be surprised by what inspired a new animated Japanese film. Last but not least, another installment of The Pod Behind the Package featuring one of our talented reporters.

How the ongoing Kaiser nurse’s strike will impact patients Feb 06, 2026

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After two weeks there’s still no deal for the thousands of nurses on strike from Kaiser Permanente. And, can Lemon Grove protect residents from no-fault evictions? Also, in this week’’s Why it Matters, Voice of San Diego’s Scott Lewis explains how the county may reorganize to include a mayor.Finally, hear from the MTS worker and artist behind this year’s Black History Month Pronto card.

Supreme Court allows California to use new Democratic-friendly congressional map Feb 05, 2026

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First, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that California is allowed to use its new congressional maps ahead of the 2026 Midterms. Then, we tell you why the City of San Diego is suing the department of justice. Also, with San Diego on track to end the current fiscal year in a deficit, what could that mean for city residents? Last but not least, we look at whether it's more cost effective to keep an older car running or to buy a new one.

How one local mom saves money at the grocery store Feb 04, 2026

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EDITOR’S NOTE: San Diego District Attorney Summer Stephan is disputing the story KPBS reported on racial disparities in special charges that can lead to life without parole. KPBS’s story relied on a data analysis from a researcher who attributed cases to DAs based on disposition date. The DA’s office provided an analysis that attributed cases to DAs based on filing date. It showed no racial disparity in making these special charges against Black and white defendants when looking only at multiple murder cases during DA Stephan’s tenure. KPBS has clarified the story to include more detail about the analysis and the data it used. Go to the story to learn more. First, in a new KPBS series, we talk with a local mom who shares how she makes ends meet in San Diego County. Then, the second part of a series on Black defendants having a higher likelihood of facing charges that could lead to life without parole than their counterparts. . We also tell you details around California psychiatric hospitals having a new deadline to adjust to new staffing rules. Also, Olympic soccer is coming to San Diego! Plus, our Cinema Junkie offers a creative alternative to Super Bowl Sunday.

AG Rob Bonta sues over Rady Children’s Hospital ending gender-affirming care Feb 03, 2026

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EDITOR’S NOTE: San Diego District Attorney Summer Stephan is disputing the story KPBS reported on racial disparities in special charges that can lead to life without parole. KPBS’s story relied on a data analysis from a researcher who attributed cases to DAs based on disposition date. The DA’s office provided an analysis that attributed cases to DAs based on filing date. It showed no racial disparity in making these special charges against Black and white defendants when looking only at multiple murder cases during DA Stephan’s tenure. KPBS has clarified the story to include more detail about the analysis and the data it used. Go to the story to learn more. First, California Attorney General Rob Bonta is suing over Rady Children’s Hospital’s plans to end gender-affirming care. Then, we bring you a story about how Black defendants have a much higher likelihood of facing charges that could lead to life without parole than their counterparts. Also, a change in one of the top officials at our San Diego County Department of Animal Services. Plus, details around why a proposed tax for vacation rentals and vacant second-homes failed to pass.

Return of Border Patrol commander worries community members Feb 02, 2026

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First, Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino is reportedly on his way back to the Imperial Valley, following two fatal shootings of U.S. citizens in Minneapolis. And, how San Diego residents participated in Friday’s nationwide protests against federal immigration operations. Then, the bike lanes on 30th Street in North Park are seeing an increase in ridership. Plus, Cinema Junkie Beth Accomando weighs in on Sam Raimi’s latest horror film.

New scholarship program trains frontline healthcare workers Jan 29, 2026

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First, a new scholarship program is helping to train new frontline healthcare workers. Then, a proposal to tax vacant second homes and vacation homes has fallen short. Also, the latest in a series of protests took place in Oceanside, we tell you why. Plus, how a local database could be helping federal immigration agencies avoid state sanctuary laws.

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