San Diego News Now

By: KPBS Public Media
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  • San Diego news; when you want it, where you want it. Get local stories on politics, education, health, environment, the border and more. New episodes are ready weekday mornings. Hosted by Debbie Cruz and produced by KPBS, San Diego and the Imperial County's NPR and PBS station.
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Episodes
  • Increased immigration enforcement impacts North County businesses

    Increased immigration enforcement impacts North County businesses
    Jan 30 2025
    Businesses say they’re seeing a drop in customers and fearful communities. As federal operations continue, protests are planned in Escondido and San Diego this weekend. Then, the San Diego City Council voted Tuesday to repeal a controversial footnote in city code, impacting neighborhoods in southeastern San Diego. Plus, Midday Edition host Jade Hindmon spoke with Dr. Jennifer Au from the Scripps Cancer Center about the health impacts of alcohol.
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    13 mins
  • Trump’s order on transgender service members faces legal challenges

    Trump’s order on transgender service members faces legal challenges
    Jan 29 2025
    President Donald Trump’s new executive order claims transgender service members do not meet the standards of military service. Two civil rights groups filed suit in federal court on Tuesday and two more say they will also be taking action. Then, faith leaders from North County met with Escondido police captains to discuss deportation concerns. They said their congregations are expressing fear, and that was evident in the drop in attendance some experienced this past Sunday. Plus, reporter Melissa Mae shares what rights renters have if they lose their home to wildfire.
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    12 mins
  • Tijuana preparing shelter for deportees

    Tijuana preparing shelter for deportees
    Jan 28 2025
    As the Trump administration begins carrying out its mass deportation policy, Mexico is preparing to take in thousands of deportees, including in Tijuana. Plus, the city of San Diego is raising parking rates to help ease budget cuts. And, a beloved art wall in Southeast San Diego is having a comeback after almost 30 years.
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    12 mins

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