KPBS Midday Edition

The City of San Diego's Commission on Police Practices was created in 2020 with the purpose of investigating claims of police misconduct. But, six years later, it still lacks many of the powers voters approved. A recent report released by the San Diego County Civil Grand Jury raises concerns about the rollout of the commission, including stalled labor negotiations, staffing challenges and limited...

Before the Trump administration, immigration arrests on military bases were rare. KPBS investigative border reporter Gustavo Solis found that over the past year, dozens of immigrants have been detained on San Diego military bases. KPBS Midday Edition host Jade Hindmon sat down with Solis to talk about how these arrests are being made, who is being impacted and the history of military collaboration...

As the United States marks 250 years since independence, a new episode from the KPBS show "Historic Places" dives into the story of the First Peoples of Southern California before the American Revolution. KPBS Midday Edition's Jade Hindmon sits down with host Elsa Sevilla and talks about the stories of the Kumeyaay and other Indigenous peoples in the region during that time — and how that rich cul...

After weeks of debate, the San Diego City Council is set to vote on a final budget tomorrow. With a budget deficit of at least $118 million, there's a lot of contention about what should be cut. On Midday Edition, we break down the latest in the budget saga and what to know ahead of the final vote. Guest: David Garrick , reporter, San Diego-Union Tribune

Since 1792, the United States Mint has documented American history through coins. San Marcos-based artist and illustrator Chris Polentz has now designed several coins for the Mint, including one for the country's 250th anniversary. Thursday on Midday Edition, we hear from Polentz about what goes into designing a coin and how he wanted to commemorate this milestone in the country's history. Then, m...

As part of KPBS' continuing election coverage, reporters share top results and discuss the races the day after election night. Big races such as the governor's race have not been called. But Steve Hilton and Xavier Becerra have emerged as the two candidates with the most votes . Then, the AP called the Congressional District 48 race . Marni von Wilpert and Jim Desmond will advance to the November...

Tuesday marks the last day of voting in California's primary election, and San Diegans are casting their ballots in key state and local races. As part of KPBS' continuing election coverage, Midday Edition checks in on how voting is going in San Diego County. Then, two political scientists break down some of the competitive local races and the issues at the forefront of voters' minds. Guests: Tammy...

A love story involving a married woman and younger man, and a murder are at the heart of a new novel, with San Diego as the backdrop. Author Cassandra Neyenesch joined Midday Edition Monday to talk about the book and the role San Diego plays in it. "I like the feeling that the bright sun is hiding darkness," she said. Guest: Cassandra Neyenesch, author, "A Little Bit Bad" Link: Cassandra Neyenesch...

Up to 96,000 people across San Diego County could lose their CalFresh benefits throughout the year as federal changes to the program take effect. One of those changes that began on Monday requires people without exemptions to work 80 hours per month to receive CalFresh benefits — also known as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) at the federal level. At least one nonprofit organizatio...

The FIFA World Cup is a little over a week away, and millions of people are expected to travel into the United States over the next two months. But as the excitement grows, so are public health concerns amid an ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda . Monday on Midday Edition, we hear from an infectious diseases expert about why he believes the possibility of an outb...

KPBS Midday Edition is continuing to highlight local trailblazers in commemoration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. Among those creative forces is artist and curator hamsa fae, who stylizes her name in lowercase. Host Jade Hindmon sits down with fae to talk about performance art, the beginning of their creative journey and the landscape for Asian Ame...

Voters have a few days left to cast their ballots for the June primary. A key race we're watching is California's 48th Congressional District. If Democrats win, it could be what they need to regain control of the U.S. House of Representatives. We continue our series interviewing candidates for the 48th District by speaking with San Diego City Councilmember Marni Von Wilpert. Find more information...

Voters have a few days left to cast their ballots for the June primary. A key race we're watching is California's 48th Congressional District. If Democrats win, it could be what they need to regain control of the U.S. House of Representatives. We continue our series interviewing candidates for the 48th District by speaking with U.S Navy Reserve officer and former Obama official Ammar Campa-Najjar....

This month, KPBS Midday Edition is featuring conversations with important San Diego voices to commemorate Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. First, we dive into the experience of AANHPI communities in navigating mental health care and how cultural values, traditions and intergenerational dynamics can impact treatment. Then, political science professor Tom...

Voters have a little less than a week to cast their ballots for the June primary. The race for California's 48th Congressional District is one to watch. It's one of five red seats Democrats are hoping to flip blue, with the passage of Proposition 50. On KPBS Midday Edition, we're sitting down with the leading Democratic candidates for the 48th District — starting with economist and businessman Bra...

Since 1994, Jasmine Seafood Restaurant has served as a hub for authentic dim sum and for bringing people together in the Convoy District. Owner Allen Chan is not only a restaurateur; he's also a chiropractor and prominent community leader. He's known around San Diego for his commitment to service work and philanthropy. As part of our AANHPI Heritage Month series highlighting local leaders in the c...

It has been over a week since tragedy unfolded at the Islamic Center of San Diego, when two teenagers fatally shot three community members. The shock and mourning to follow has rippled across San Diego and the country. KPBS Midday Edition host Jade Hindmon sat down with two Muslim community leaders to talk about how they are processing last week's events and where healing begins. Guests: Khalid Al...

The Trump administration wants more green card applicants to return to their home countries to apply, according to a memo released by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) last week. The new policy has created confusion for many people navigating the green card process, as well as for immigration advocates. On Midday Edition Tuesday, we hear from an immigration law expert on what the c...

After a multi-year hiatus making documentaries exploring the tough questions in America today, W. Kamau Bell is returning to stand-up for a new comedy tour. You might know Bell for his Emmy-winning CNN show, " United Shades of America ," his docuseries " We Need to Talk About Cosby ," or his HBO documentary " 1000% Me: Growing Up Mixed ." On Midday Edition, we talk with W. Kamau Bell ahead of his...

Last year, an investigation by student journalists at University of Southern California (USC) found the university had sold donors' bodies to the Navy, which then sold the cadavers to the Israeli military for medical training use. Many of the bodies provided were first donated to UC San Diego then moved to USC, according to reports from student outlets Annenberg Media and the UCSD Guardian. The AJ...

Experts on extremism say the teenagers who opened fire and killed three people at the Islamic Center of San Diego were motivated by far-right conspiracies and white supremacist networks. Their manifesto includes hateful rhetoric towards Muslims, Jewish people, Black people, the LGBTQ+ community, and women. They also promoted symbols long associated with white supremacists and Nazis. The shooting i...

On Midday Edition Tuesday, we get the latest details on Monday's deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. We hear from a leader in the San Diego Muslim American community on how people are feeling one day later. Plus, as police continue to investigate the shooting as a hate crime, we speak with an expert on hate and extremism on the current state of online hate and Islamaophobia. Then,...

Though often hidden from view under the sea, kelp forests are one of the most important and dynamic marine habitats, supporting numerous species of marine life. But kelp forests are also under threat from pollution, overfishing, and warming ocean temperatures. David Helvarg is the author of the new book " Forest of the Sea : The Remarkable Life and Imperiled Future of Kelp." Helvarg joined Midday...

For Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, we are sitting down with community leaders and trailblazers who have made their mark on San Diego. For much of her life, JoAnn Fields has been a major advocate for AANHPI communities, working for every level of elected office and pushing for the continued recognition and representation of Filipino Americans in San Die...

Those changes could include adding longer term limits, a new ethics commission, and more. If passed, the charter rewrite would go to public vote in November. Monday on Midday Edition, we look at the dueling proposals between Supervisors Terra Lawson-Remer and Joel Anderson and what the proposed changes could mean for how county government is run. Guest: Lucas Robinson , San Diego County government...