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Gov. Newsom in San Diego to support Proposition 1 Mar 01, 2024

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Governor Newsom was in San Diego Thursday, appearing alongside local leaders, to rally support for Proposition 1. In other news, one of our newsroom’s reporters joins the podcast to talk about some of the city of San Diego races on the March 5th primary ballot, and what to expect after the polls close. Plus, Escondido has adopted a new, controversial policy on homelessness. It rejects a housing first model and instead takes what it’s calling a public safety first approach.

No funding for migrant services plan Feb 29, 2024

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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors this week approved a long-term plan to address migrant services, but there is no funding to put that plan into action. In other news, the city of Vista is working on a cannabis equity policy after the city council reviewed recommendations this week. Plus, there is healing happening right now at one High Tech High campus in Clairemont Mesa. We learn about a new curriculum promoting positive mental health for students.

Migrant advocates overwhelmed after Welcome Center closes Feb 28, 2024

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The San Diego County Migrant Welcome Center abruptly closed last week. The closure has forced advocates for migrants and asylum seekers to work around the clock. In other news, the Sempra earnings report released yesterday caused a stir among advocates lobbying to replace SDG&E with a municipal utility. Plus, there’s a new classroom on wheels in the San Diego Unified School District. We learn about San Diego's latest food truck.

More resources for San Diegans impacted by January floods Feb 27, 2024

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The Small Business Administration opened a center Monday in National City to help those recovering from last month's devastating floods. In other news, California is one of eight states joining a federal lawsuit to block the merger of Kroger and Albertsons. Plus, ahead of the March 5 primary election, we learn about the election in San Diego’s District 9, which is arguably the most diverse district in the city, encompassing wealthy neighborhoods like Kensington and financially challenged areas like City Heights.

Migrants being dropped off on San Diego streets Feb 26, 2024

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San Diego County shut down its Migrant Welcome Center last week, and border officials will now continue to drop migrants off on San Diego streets. In other news, local scientists may have discovered a birth control pill for men. We hear about the science that stopped sperm production in mice. Plus, voters in the city of San Diego have one local ballot measure to consider in the March 5 primary. We learn about how Measure A would impact the office of the city auditor.

How last month’s flooding is impacting voting Feb 23, 2024

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A local community organization that helps mobilize voters is facing added challenges after last month’s flooding. In other news, dozens of students from San Diego Unified high schools have just accepted a challenge to find solutions to critical problems in their communities. Plus, giant pandas could be back at the San Diego Zoo this summer.

The road to recovery from last month’s storm Feb 22, 2024

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One month ago today, disaster came to San Diego, when a heavy downpour soaked the city. We hear from some of the people who suffered losses from the storm, to see how their recovery is going. In other news, this week KPBS gathered 15 community leaders from across the South Bay at the San Ysidro library to hear what’s top of mind for them as the election approaches. Plus, we hear from a San Diego librarian who’s had to confront attempted censorship.

How San Diegans can apply for disaster assistance Feb 21, 2024

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The federal government is stepping in to help people whose homes and businesses were damaged in last month's historic storms. In other news, with just two weeks to go before the primary election, Chula Vista District 4 city councilmember Andrea Cardenas resigned Monday afternoon. We learn about what this decision means for Chula Vista voters. Plus, the city of San Diego has settled a lawsuit over its climate action plan.

City of Carlsbad declares another storm-related emergency Feb 20, 2024

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As more rain is ready to hit San Diego County, Carlsbad has declared its third storm-related emergency in recent weeks. In other news, California State University professors and other faculty have approved a new contract. Plus, Point Loma Nazarene University is hosting the 29th annual Writer’s Symposium by the Sea this week. We hear from one of the writers appearing at this year’s festival.

Nonprofit helps flood victims clear out damaged properties Feb 19, 2024

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A California based nonprofit is helping local flood victims clear out their damaged properties. In other news, we’re continuing to bring you information on some of the local races on the primary ballot. Today we learn about the five candidates running for San Diego mayor, and some of the candidates running for Chula Vista’s District 3 seat. Plus, Tuesday, the Oceanside International Film Festival kicks off five days of films, discussions and parties.

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