KPBS Roundtable

California lawmakers have introduced new legislation to stop detention centers from claiming charitable tax breaks. The state bill follows a KPBS investigation found that an Imperial County ICE detention center had been getting millions of dollars in tax breaks for years. Plus, San Diego's commercial fishing industry is a small fraction compared to what it once was. We take a deep dive into the re...

The Supreme Court handed down two major immigration rulings this week. On KPBS Roundtable, we discuss the significance of the cases, which strip temporary protected status for hundreds of thousands and give border officials the green light to turn away asylum seekers. Plus, new rules limiting technology and screens are coming for San Diego schools after a resolution passed this week. And, why a 6'...

A new series of investigations from inewsource outlines a pattern of concerns around medical care inside the Otay Mesa Detention Center, from isolation to medical delays. Then, what makes a good father? We look at the science of fatherhood and how dads are changed by the experience. And finally, we continue our San Diego Storytellers series with musician Parker Edison and talk about his journey as...

About twice a day, San Diego law enforcement charge someone with "resisting an officer" — and nothing else. Data show that Black San Diegans are nine times more likely to face the charge. We break down new reporting from KPBS. Plus, San Diego's controversial license plate reader system linked the wrong man to a violent crime — even though he was miles away from the crime scene. And, we invite a pa...

A few days out from primary election night, we have a clear picture of many of the races — though not a complete one. Hundreds of thousands of votes have yet to be counted. Still, there's a lot to gather from the results on city council races, local measures, congressional seats and more. We sit down with a roundtable of political reporters to help us make sense of local voting trends. Plus, a pre...

Election Day is right around the corner. On KPBS Roundtable, we continue our series breaking down primary races with a look at a new tax targeting empty homes in the city, as well as some San Diego City Council races . Plus, we explore the meaning of Eid al-Adha — also known as the Festival of Sacrifice. The holiday is celebrated by Muslims worldwide. We also explore how the community is coping on...

Reading about climate change can leave us feeling helpless, anxious and disengaged. But focusing on solutions can have the opposite effect. For NPR's Climate Solutions Week , we're highlighting how San Diego communities are doing their part for the climate. Plus, we continue our election series in the run-up to the June 2 primary. This week, we break down the races for Superior Court judge seats....

Right now, more than 5,000 people are being held in California's eight Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities. That includes the Imperial Regional Detention Facility in Calexico. A KPBS investigation found that the facility's nonprofit owner has received millions in tax breaks for more than a decade. Plus, we take a look into the race for California's 75th Assembly District seat, wit...

A new KPBS investigation found the nonprofit that owns the Imperial Regional Detention Facility has received millions in tax breaks over the years. Plus, we take a look into the race for California's 75th State Assembly seat. And, the challenges faced by journalists in Tijuana.

After primary ballots have been sent to voters, KPBS is breaking down all the races. Among the most competitive is the race for the newly redrawn 48th Congressional District. On KPBS Roundtable, we hear more about political makeup of the district, the candidates, and the issues at the center of the race. Then, is San Diego prepared for a large-scale federal immigration crackdown? We look at the ci...

Primary ballots for California's governor race are on their way to voters next week. If you haven't settled on a candidate yet — you're not alone. A recent poll from CBS News found 26% of registered voters remain undecided. We talk about where the race stands after this week's debate. Plus, California's small businesses are struggling from tariff confusion and higher costs, amid the U.S.-Israel wa...

It’s been quite a busy week in military coverage amid ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, a reported plan to send Afghan refugees and their families to the Democratic Republic of Congo, and a local congressional candidate found in violation of Pentagon rules. Friday on Roundtable, we check in on the latest military reporting coming out of the KPBS newsroom. Then, Roundtable has always been a...

It’s been one week since the story broke that now former Rep. Eric Swalwell allegedly sexually assaulted a former staffer. On KPBS Roundtable, we sit down with one of the journalists who broke the story and talk more about the rigorous investigative process and reporting behind it. Then, for many bike riders, San Diego’s Velodrome has become a place to come together and connect through sports. But...

A new months-long investigation by KPBS follows the money going to some county supervisors' offices. It finds some tapped influential companies, associations and individuals for monetary gifts. Some of the entities had business before the county at the time. We discuss the details. Plus, we explore whether the melting pot metaphor is accurate in the U.S. today ahead of its 250th anniversary. Plus,...

San Diego's North County isn't exactly known for housing affordability. But one North County city — San Marcos — is exceeding its state-mandated housing goals. From new housing projects to school board meetings, we sit down with three North County reporters to talk about their reporting and what it's like to cover the beat. Plus, a new KPBS series introduces us to some of San Diego's most interest...

San Diego County has hired an independent auditor to review how it works with contractors. The audit was announced in light of recent charges against a former executive at the Harm Reduction Coalition of San Diego, who misappropriated large sums of money meant for behavioral health care. We talk about how San Diego County is re-examining its oversight of contractors. Plus, California is one of 13...

The New York Times this week published an investigation revealing shocking sexual abuse allegations against labor leader and civil rights activist César Chávez. California lawmakers announced that they intend to change the name of César Chávez Day — just weeks away — to Farmworkers Day . As the gravity of the allegations settle in, many are asking what comes next. We sit down with two journalists...

Two men behind a charity fraud scheme pleaded guilty to federal charges this week. The case involved a scheme to siphon money from concession stands at some of San Diego's most well-known stadiums, including Petco Park — the home of the San Diego Padres. The scheme was originally uncovered through reporting from Voice of San Diego. We sit down with the lead reporter for more details. Plus, farmers...

On Tuesday, the San Diego City Council voted to add a measure to the June primary ballot that would tax empty second homes. Also this week, paperwork was submitted for a measure that would stop trash fees for San Diego homeowners. We break down the upcoming ballot measures and the state of the city's budget. Then, we sit down with two military reporters to discuss the week on their beat after the...

Mexico has settled from the unrest that struck parts of the country earlier this week. Vehicles were burned, blocking roads. Some buildings were set ablaze. All of this comes in reaction to the killing of a high-ranking cartel leader — "El Mencho" — on Sunday. We talk about the continued fallout in Mexico and what comes next with a longtime Tijuana journalist. Also this week, immigration officials...

Federal agents arrested at least 5,000 people in San Diego last year. That's an average of 20 people each day. We talk about the network of volunteers organizing community patrols to watch out for immigration enforcement in their neighborhoods. Plus, more North County transit riders are evading fares amid a "hands off" enforcement strategy from the North County Transit District. We talk about fare...

A new investigation by WIRED magazine reveals a secret campaign by Immigration and Customs Enforcement to expand their physical presence across the country. Federal records show that more than 150 leases on office spaces for new facilities in nearly every state — including a facility in San Diego. We discuss the findings and what this could mean for ICE's expansion moving forward. Plus, some RV dw...

San Diego is known to be one of the most expensive cities . A new KPBS series looks to tackle San Diego's high cost of living, and the various of ways it impacts daily life. Then, the journalism landscape is rapidly shifting amid mass lay-offs and the changing consumption of news. On KPBS Roundtable this week, we hear from some of San Diego's student journalists about their outlook on the current...

Gregory Bovino has become one of the most recognizable faces of President Trump’s mass deportation efforts. But after the latest killing by immigration officers in Minneapolis — the second this month — multiple reports say Bovino is now returning to El Centro to lead the Border Patrol sector there. On KPBS Roundtable this week, we talk about how community members there are pushing back. Then, a ne...

The first year of Donald Trump's second term has upended the rules of immigration enforcement. In San Diego, enforcement has included an ICE raid at an industrial paint business in El Cajon , arrests at green card appointments and yet another raid at Buona Forchetta in South Park . We've also seen student visas revoked and arrests at their immigration court hearings . KPBS reporting has found that...