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San Diego News Now

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.2023 KPBS Public Media Politics & Government
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  • Two thirds of permits for housing are in walkable areas

    Two thirds of permits for housing are in walkable areas
    Sep 8 2025
    A majority of new housing across the San Diego County is being planned within the city’s urban core, which is walkable. Also, we have advice from an infectious disease doctor on COVID vaccinations. Then, a gap between girls and boys in math test scores. Finally, we take you to the ribbon cutting of the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center.
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    8 mins
  • Pentagon considers plan to lease parts of Camp Pendleton

    Pentagon considers plan to lease parts of Camp Pendleton
    Sep 5 2025
    The Pentagon is considering a plan that would lease parts of Camp Pendleton, we tell you why. Then, we hear from Will Rodriguez-Kennedy who is back as the head of the San Diego Democratic Party. And, a psychiatric hospital set for North County just lost a chunk of funding. Plus, just weeks before the new Terminal 1 opens at San Diego International, one airline is opting out.
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    13 mins
  • Studying viruses passed down by our ancestors

    Studying viruses passed down by our ancestors
    Sep 4 2025
    First, the La Jolla Institute for Immunology is studying ghost viruses, which are passed down by our ancestors. Then, clean energy projects are getting a boost in funding and new election mailers are headed to your mailbox. Next, how the Carlsbad Theater owners are trying to save its legacy. Finally, we take a look at La Ópera de Tijuana which celebrates their 25 year anniversary.
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    16 mins
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