Midday Edition uplifts voices in San Diego with fearless conversations about intriguing issues. Host, Jade Hindmon, cuts through the noise with questions that give listeners a deeper understanding of themselves, people and the community they live in. Guests share diverse perspectives from their expertise and lived experience. In a city and world that's rapidly changing, Jade’s interviews inspire, inform and make you think. New episodes drop Monday - Thursday afternoons.
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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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Freeways are not free. We pay for them in all kinds of ways — with our tax dollars, our time, our environment and our health. While freeways have enabled huge amounts of economic growth, they've also caused displacement and division. Learn the forgotten history of our urban freeway network, and how decades after that network was finished, some communities are still working to heal the wounds that freeways left behind. As climate change threatens to wreak havoc on our cities, freeways are not ...
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Device is a monthly book discussion with a science-based twist. In each episode, we discuss a novel that uses science to drive the story’s action, and dissect the plot device for scientific plausibility.
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Congress members raise the alarm about cross border sewage
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A bipartisan group of congress members is again raising the alarm about the cross border sewage crisis as scientists reported dangerous levels of sewer gas in the Tijuana River Valley earlier this week. In other news, mental health resources are scarce. On Thursday, Palomar Health broke ground on a new 120 bed facility that will bring much needed s…
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Legal battle leaves Queen Bee's Art & Cultural Center in peril
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On Midday Edition, we look at the community's efforts to keep Queen Bee’s doors open after the death of the building's owner, Allen Hitch Jr.. Plus, we get a preview of FilAm CreatorCon. And, Baby Bushka closes a chapter on their musical career.
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Making battery storage facilities safer in San Diego
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Some San Diegans have voiced concerns about the safety of battery storage facilities, so the San Diego County Board of Supervisors took some steps Wednesday to address the issue. In other news, city leaders in Chula Vista are exploring changes that could weaken its tenant protection laws. Plus, we learn how dogs are protectors on the street for som…
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Recognizing 9/11 first responders, survivors in San Diego County
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On Midday Edition, we hear from two guests about their firsthand experiences on and after 9/11. We also delve into the lessons learned from the War on Terror.
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Officials say air near Tijuana River Valley is safe
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Cross-border sewage continues to exacerbate the environmental crisis along the Tijuana River Valley and Imperial Beach, but San Diego County officials say the air is safe for now. In other news, Vice President Kamala Harris's presidential campaign unveiled an ad this week featuring some of former President Trump's senior officials who now say he’s …
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San Diego farmers tackle climate change challenges
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On Midday Edition Tuesday, we join NPR's Climate Solutions Week to take a look at how San Diego County farmers are adapting to climate change.
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Meet San Diego Pride's new executive director
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We sit down with Leane Marchese, the new executive director of San Diego Pride.
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Toxic gas detected near Tijuana River
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A report on air quality near the Tijuana River prompts new calls for regional action. Plus, a drug treatment center for local military veterans could lose its license due to client safety concerns. And, survivors of the January flooding in San Diego update us on their recovery.
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Heat wave strains AC in San Diego schools
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The San Diego Unified School District is working to keep air conditioners operating during the heat wave. Plus, details on a secret Wi-Fi network on a San Diego-based warship. And, scientists are developing an early warning system for bluff collapses.Door KPBS PUBLIC MEDIA
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Local leaders propose new bill to address cross-border sewage
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Several local members of Congress on Thursday announced a new bill to combat the impacts of raw sewage from across the border. In other news, with temperatures soaring over 100 degrees in some areas, extreme heat can be hazardous for anyone, and it’s especially dangerous for people with chronic conditions. Plus, a bill on Gov. Newsom’s desk could s…
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Judge rules in favor of Measure C for Convention Center expansion
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San Diego's Measure C got court approval, reigniting the possibility of an expanded Convention Center. Plus, San Diego Humane Society President and CEO, Gary Weitzman, joins the podcast to tell us about “Clear the Shelters” month. And, A hidden gem in Vista is turning 25 this year.Door KPBS Public Media
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San Diego professors weigh in on Project 2025
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On Midday Edition Wednesday, we check in with San Diego professors about the plan and how it could impact immigration and reproductive rights.
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San Diego hotel workers strike for higher wages
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Hundreds of hotel workers at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront were on strike for a third day Tuesday. In other news, California lawmakers have passed a bill requiring schools to come up with policies to limit the use of smartphones on campus, but some districts in San Diego County already have those rules. Plus, as part of our ongoing conversations wi…
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Community land trusts preserve housing and cultural identity
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On Midday Edition Tuesday, we discuss community land trusts and how they keep housing affordable while maintaining cultural identity.
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Why some January flood survivors don’t qualify for help
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The San Diego Housing Commission was given more than $7 million to assist January flood survivors, but only about one in four of those displaced qualifies for it. In other news, according to a new Center for Disease Control report, about 80% of overdose deaths in the U.S. are from opioids, primarily illegal fentanyl. Plus, we learn how the Californ…
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Pro housing policies and the presidential election
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Local housing politics have found their way into the race for president and it reflects a shift in the Democratic Party to embrace the term YIMBY. In other news, state law limits how much landlords can raise the rent on most tenants, and in San Diego County increases cannot exceed 8.6%. We hear what happens when tenants have few resources available…
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New sequel, 'Somewhere Beyond the Sea' explores queer joy as resistance
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The sequel to the best-selling fantasy novel, “The House in the Cerulean Sea" is almost here. Plus, a conversation with a San Diego drag performer who is currently performing in "Velour: A Drag Spectacular." Finally, a preview of Afro Future Con.
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Some San Diego pharmacies have updated COVID-19 vaccines
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Updated COVID-19 vaccines targeting the FLiRT variants are already in some local pharmacies. In other news, Donald Trump and many other politicians say Fentanyl is regularly smuggled into the U.S. by undocumented immigrants, but experts say those claims are largely false. Plus, after three years and $125 million in renovations, the Jacobs Music Cen…
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Raising awareness about drug overdoses in San Diego
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Aug. 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day. We'll talk about exposure to illicit drugs, the science behind addiction and where to find help.
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Debate over police chases continues
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Two people were killed in a crash after a high-speed pursuit by the San Diego Police Department Monday night. That makes three SDPD chase deaths this month, while debate continues over the policy. In other news, San Diego County has a new tool to help people find affordable housing. Plus, the Paralympic Games are now underway. We hear from a San Di…
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How to spot wage theft in your workplace
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On Midday Edition, we'll learn more about what wage theft is and how it is impacting employees.
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New IUD pain guidelines and the need for informed consent
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Earlier this month, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new guidance about IUD pain management. We discuss the importance of informed consent and the fight for reproductive justice.
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San Diego athletes gear up for the Paralympics
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Professional wheelchair tennis player and Paralympian Dana Mathewson joins the program to talk about preparing for Paris. Plus, a look into San Diego State's elite collegiate adaptive sports program.
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New developments in case against Nathan Fletcher
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A new court filing in the sexual assault case against former San Diego County supervisor Nathan Fletcher includes text messages that undermine the allegations made by Fletcher’s accuser. In other news, once again, Donald Trump and other politicians are making the threat of migrant crime a key election talking point, but research shows immigrants ar…
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Ocean Beach Pier won’t be repaired
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San Diego city officials say repairing the Ocean Beach Pier is no longer feasible. We hear from residents about the city’s plan to demolish and replace it. In other news, a new California grant program is boosting mental health support in San Diego schools. Plus, as part of KPBS’ ongoing series on volunteering, we learn about a program in Mission V…
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California delegate speaks about Democratic National Convention
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The Democratic National Convention is now in the history books, and last night Vice President Kamala Harris formally accepted her party’s nomination to be president. We hear from a member of the California delegation. In other news, a pair of pressurizers had to be returned to the San Onofre nuclear generating station because of a leak during shipm…
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Recognizing Trans History Month in the arts
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In honor of Transgender History Month, KPBS Midday Edition spoke with a trans DJ about their work. Also ahead, Midday Movie picks and the weekend arts preview.
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Detecting untreated sewage in the Tijuana River
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More than two years of testing has researchers convinced they have a faster way to detect untreated sewage in the Tijuana River. In other news, Carlsbad is now the first city in San Diego County to ban smoking and vaping in apartment and condo buildings. Plus, as school starts back up for students across San Diego, many families are struggling to f…
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Local Olympians celebrate medal wins, San Diego ties
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On Midday Edition Wednesday, we caught up with Olympians who shared their San Diego roots and medal-winning experiences across multiple sports. Plus, we discuss how skateboarding, a two-time Olympic sport, can create social change.
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Impact of San Diego’s sales tax ballot measure
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An independent analysis describes how a sales tax ballot measure would affect the city of San Diego’s finances. Plus, we speak with KPBS reporter Amita Sharma about what local delegates were expecting before heading to the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. And, cyclists can weigh in on San Diego’s bike infrastructure.…
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One Book, One San Diego opens a new chapter
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KPBS has recently announced its official selections for One Book, One San Diego, the region's community reading program. KPBS Midday Edition spoke to the authors of the children and teen selections.
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Bill aims to ban plastic bags at grocery stores
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Environmentalists gathered at a beach in Encinitas over the weekend, to push for the passage of a better plastic bag ban in California. In other news, a California bill would prohibit public libraries from banning books solely because of their topics or views. Plus, San Diego has the only zoo outside of Australia with platypuses, and now, the San D…
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