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Veterans group protests upcoming Miramar Air Show
A San Diego veterans group began their annual protest against the Miramar Air Show Thursday. KPBS military and veterans reporter Andrew Dyer has more on the group and why they’re protesting. A local veteran activist group is protesting next month's Miramar Air Show over concerns about climate impact and...
Navy Federal, Feeding America Working to End Military Hunger in San Diego
This month, Navy Federal Credit Union and Feeding America teamed up to launch their annual No Plate Left Behind initiative, helping active duty service members, veterans and their families experiencing hunger in the San Diego area. No Plate Left Behind leverages a unique augmented reality experience by inviting you to...
SURFER magazine returns with new relaunch
SAN DIEGO — Back when I was a young kid, SURFER magazine was what it was all about. Working at South Coast when it showed up at the shop, everyone was excited, but back in 2020 the publication ceased to exist. However, all of that changed on August 23...
Sunrise above historic Old Town church.
A beautiful sunrise illuminated San Diego this morning. Walking through Old Town, I watched scattered clouds to the east turn brilliantly yellow and orange. As I passed near the historic Church of the Immaculate Conception, the sunrise promised dramatic photographs. So I aimed my camera skyward. The present-day Immaculate Conception...
California tribes are urging the rejection of this casino project proposal. Here’s why
California tribes are urging the rejection of this casino project proposal. Here’s why. Tribal leaders called on the Department of Interior to reject the Scotts Valley Casino proposal, which they said is environmentally harmful and undermines their sovereignty, during a news conference Thursday in West Sacramento. Story continues below.
6 Days Left to Nominate Your Favorite Environmental Enthusiast for a Cox Conserves Heroes Award
There are only six days left for the public to nominate their favorite local environmentalist for a Cox Conserves Heroes award and a chance to receive up to $30,000 for their environmental nonprofit of choice. The award is part of a national sustainability initiative by Cox Enterprises designed to recognize...
San Diego schools expand mental health support with wellness coaches
A new California grant program is boosting mental health support in schools. KPBS health reporter Heidi de Marco says certified wellness coaches will help address the rise in students’ mental health issues. A word of warning, this story mentions suicide. Kaleb Coleman is an eighth grader at Wangenheim Middle...
Storm System Brings Rain, Potential Thunderstorms, and Flash Flood Watch to Northern California
In a weather report released early this morning by the National Weather Service in Sacramento, Californians are being reminded to stay alert as a storm system continues to sweep across the region. According to the National Weather Service, northern parts of the state should expect rain, with isolated thunderstorms possibly causing "brief heavy rain, small hail, and gusty winds." The report also highlights a Flash Flood Watch for the Park Fire Burn Scar area, effective until 7 PM today due to potential debris flows.
Sperry Expands into San Diego with New Affiliate
Sperry, a leading commercial real estate firm specializing in the investment sales brokerage, leasing brokerage, business brokerage, property management and investment of commercial real estate, said Friday that Discovery Property Group, Inc. in San Diego, is joining the firm as an affiliate under the name Sperry-Discovery Commercial. The affiliation marks Sperry’s expansion into San Diego.
$42.4 million contract secured for repairs at treatment plant
A contractor was finally selected to begin design for repairs at the dilapidated sewage treatment plant at the U.S.-Mexico Border — but local mayors are saying the timeline isn’t fast enough. The U.S. International Boundary and Water Commission (IBWC) announced Wednesday that it awarded a $42.4 million design...
Rady Children’s Invitational Matchups Announced, Features Final Four Rematch
Sports San Diego announced the first-day matchups for the second annual Rady Children’s Invitational, set for November 28-29 at UC San Diego’s LionTree Arena. The second-year event includes four teams from four different conferences, which are Purdue (Big Ten), BYU (Big 12), North Carolina State (ACC), and Ole Miss (SEC).
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