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Former U-T editor says publisher pulled ICE editorial, then fired her Jun 19, 2025

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An opinion editor at the San Diego Union-Tribune speaks to KPBS about her abrupt firing this week. And UCSD researchers are using their shake lab to test a new type of steel. Voice of San Diego CEO Scott Lewis is back to talk about the city’s new budget. Then, organizers of last weekend’s “No Kings” protest say even more people than the 60,000 that were initially estimated marched in San Diego. Finally, hear how the World Beat Cultural Center is honoring Juneteenth.

More immigration raids could be coming to San Diego Jun 18, 2025

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ICE’s deportation quotas and Trump’s orders to target “Democrat-run cities” might put San Diego in the administration’s crosshairs. And with the resulting social unrest, local artists are responding. Then, the city is changing its ADU bonus program — find out more about its new limits. Finally, Imperial County has a new CEO with a new higher salary — hear about why some local leaders are questioning the timing of the hire

The legal fight over who controls the California National Guard continues Jun 17, 2025

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Tuesday an appeals court will hear arguments on whether President Donald Trump must return authority over the California National Guard back to Governor Gavin Newsom. And, reports of immigrant detentions following court hearings are increasing, including one targeting a refugee from Afghanistan who helped U.S. troops. Then, in North County, a local station created to keep the Pala Reservation informed during emergencies, is also preserving indigenous culture.

60,000 hit San Diego streets in ‘No Kings’ protest Jun 16, 2025

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Tens of thousands of people protested across San Diego County Saturday, hear what one organizer had to say about it. And a UCSD physician and former CDC adviser says some of the agency’s new vaccine advisers — including one linked to an anti-vaccine group — could cost lives. Then, the city is now working with a nonprofit to provide life-saving drugs to people overdosing on opiods. Finally, Imperial County is considering a new plan on how to spend millions generated from the lithium-mining industry — written only in English. Hear how a new state law could force local governments to provide information in Spanish as well.

Trump LA troop deployment illegal, judge says Jun 13, 2025

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.A federal judge ruled in favor of California Thursday saying that President Trump lacks the authority to deploy the National Guard to Los Angeles. And, San Diego physicians and health care workers are asking Gov. Gavin Newsom to protect Medi-Cal benefits for immigrants without legal status. Then, hear about a new state program to help homeowners impacted by disasters. Also, Caltran’s is planning to spend about $500 billion to update the Interstate 15 - State Route 78 interchange. Finally, for Friday the 13th we look at the 45-year-old slasher film franchise.

Protests in San Diego amid raids, troop mobilization Jun 12, 2025

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San Diegans are protesting immigration raids with nationwide rallies planned this weekend as Trump finally gets his military parade. Then, the San Diego City Council approved a new, trimmed-down budget — find out what was cut and what was saved. And Voice of San Diego CEO Scott Lewis is back again, talking trash fees. Also hear the latest on Immigration and Customs Enforcement targeting migrants who show up to their immigration court hearings. And KPBS Cinema Junkie Beth Accomando has a review of the new romantic comedy “Materialists.” Finally, it’s the first day of the San Diego County Fair. We bring you there along with some adoptable new companions from the San Diego Humane Society.

San Diegans react to President Trump’s new travel ban Jun 11, 2025

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The San Diego chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations and immigrant rights groups rallied in front of San Diego International Airport protesting President Trump’s latest travel ban. Plus, advocates are renewing calls for San Diego police to end a controversial surveillance program. And, a UC San Diego researcher says migration to the U.S. is not a zero-sum game and the data reveals many benefits for all countries involved.

Marines deploy to Los Angeles as state sues Trump Jun 10, 2025

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California is suing the Trump administration over its activation of 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines in response to immigration raid protests. And, a sitting Poway city council member is under investigation by the district attorney. Then, could new federal COVID-19 vaccine recommendations hurt disadvantaged communities? Also, there’s a new partner in North County’s Tri-City Healthcare District. Plus, a conversation with longtime San Diego National Weather Service meteorologist Alex Tardy, who left his job amid Trump administration cuts. Finally, an East County art gallery celebrates its 25th anniversary with a special exhibit.

New Trump travel ban begins Monday Jun 06, 2025

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The head of a nonprofit that helps resettle Afghans in the U.S. reacts to a new travel ban targeting the country. The San Diego City Council considers changes to library service as it approaches a final vote on budget cuts. And, a concert happening this weekend will benefit San Diego’s Little Saigon district.

San Diego police officer accused of stealing from school safety program Jun 05, 2025

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A San Diego police officer is accused of embezzling from the school safety patrol program he ran. And, we’ve got part three of our five-part series on the District 1 supervisor’s race — today’s topic: spending. Also, last week we told you about SDPD’s move to fully-encrypted radios. Hear more about what the department says it’s doing to get real-time information to the public. Then, the impact of withholding funding for high school ethnic studies courses. Sticking with high school news, Voice of San Diego’s Jacob McWhinney joins us with more on San Diego Unified’s roll-back of its graduation requirements. Finally, find out why people at the Ramona Wildlife Center are wearing bear costumes to interact with an actual bear.

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