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District 3 San Diego County Supervisor Race Heats Up

KPBS — Wed, 16 May 2012 11:30:00 -0700

For the first time in years, there is an open seat on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors. We hear from the top three candidates vying for the District 3 seat.

'Cruisin' Califas' Brings Lowrider Art To Oceanside Museum

KPBS — Wed, 16 May 2012 09:05:36 -0700

A new exhibition at the Oceanside Museum of Art celebrates the art and artists of lowriding.

San Miguel Fire To Outsource Fire Protection

KPBS — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:34:00 -0700

How can a fire district with some 80-plus employees outsource the very job it was formed to do? San Miguel Consolidated Fire District in the East County is in negotiations with CAL FIRE to do just that.

Gov. Brown Lays Out Deeper Cuts As Projected Deficit Swells To $16B

KPBS — Tue, 15 May 2012 06:13:44 -0700

Gov. Brown's latest budget plan for the fiscal year that begins July 1 proposes $8.3 billion in spending cuts to close a revised deficit of $15.7 billion deficit, an amount equal to 17 percent of the state's entire general fund.

Bob Filner Says Fletcher's Shift To Independent Was 'Hail Mary' Pass

KPBS — Mon, 14 May 2012 10:30:00 -0700

Congressman Bob Filner says he's not concerned by the latest mayoral polls, although they show him tied for second place. He also explains why he thinks Proposition B is unfair to city employees.

Carl DeMaio Says His Support For Same-Sex Marriage Separate From Role As Mayor

KPBS — Mon, 14 May 2012 10:30:00 -0700

City Councilman and mayoral candidate Carl DeMaio answers questions on his stance on same-sex marriage, the Convention Center expansion and his rivalry with the other candidates.

The Living Coast Discovery Center Opens New Exhibit

KPBS — Mon, 14 May 2012 11:00:00 -0700

The Chula Vista Nature Center changed its name to the Living Coast Discovery Center last month, and the first exhibit under the new moniker is Washed Ashore, which turns trash into art to call attention to ocean pollution.

Nathan Fletcher Signed Anti-Tax Pledge In 2007, Says He Would Not Sign It Now

KPBS — Mon, 14 May 2012 06:00:00 -0700

Five years ago, state Assemblyman and mayoral candidate Nathan Fletcher signed Grover Norquist's "Taxpayer Protection Pledge," promising to vote against all efforts to increase taxes. But Fletcher told KPBS that he would no longer sign that pledge today.

Bonnie Dumanis Says She Deserves Pension, Supports Eliminating Pensions For Future Workers

KPBS — Mon, 14 May 2012 06:00:00 -0700

District Attorney and mayoral candidate Bonnie Dumanis says when she retires, she stands to earn just under a $200,000 pension. But she also supports Proposition B, which would put an end to pensions for new city employees and give them 401(k)-style plans instead.

Roundtable: Same-Sex Marriage, Manchester's Moves, Props A & B

KPBS — Fri, 11 May 2012 11:30:00 -0700

President Obama caught up with Mayor Jerry Sanders and all four mayoral candidates this week on the issue of same-sex marriage. Doug Manchester is raising eyebrows with political endorsements, development plans and more media purchases. Do Propositions A & B solve or create problems?

Effects Of Repeat Head Trauma In Sports And Combat

KPBS — Thu, 10 May 2012 11:30:00 -0700

How is repeated head trauma affecting athletes and our military men and women returning from combat? We hear from a local neurologist about Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy.

What Difference Will Presidential Support Of Same-Sex Marriage Make To Prop 8?

KPBS — Thu, 10 May 2012 11:00:00 -0700

California's Proposition 8 legal battle is working its way through the appeal process. But supporters of same-sex marriage say the president's support adds authority to their cause.

Weekend Preview: Surf Film Festival, Art Openings And Delta Spirit

KPBS — Thu, 10 May 2012 09:17:21 -0700

From surf films to art openings to live music, there is no shortage of cultural offerings happening this weekend in San Diego.

A Primer On Your Primary Election Ballot For San Diego County

KPBS — Wed, 09 May 2012 10:30:00 -0700

San Diego political races are entering the final stretch -- absentee ballots were mailed out on Monday and the primary vote takes place on June 5th. San Diego Registrar of Voters, Deborah Seiler gives us a primer on what the open primary, also called the top-primary, means for your ballot.

Prop 28: Should We Change Term Limits In Sacramento?

KPBS — Wed, 09 May 2012 11:15:08 -0700

California Proposition 28, called the "Change In Term Limits Initiative," would reduce the number of years a politician can serve in the California legislature from 14 to 12. But, it would increase the time a legislator can serve in either the Assembly or the Senate.

Orchestra Nova Goes Green With New 'Surf'-Inspired Work

KPBS — Wed, 09 May 2012 11:00:00 -0700

Orchestra Nova celebrates Mother Nature in a new concert series, featuring Beethoven and the world premiere of Joseph Waters' commissioned piece, "Surf".

Does Prop B's Pension Reform Save San Diego Money?

KPBS — Tue, 08 May 2012 12:54:13 -0700

Proponents of Proposition B, the comprehensive pension reform ballot measure, say the initiative will save the city of San Diego close to $1 billion. But some disagree.

Melanoma Rates Increasing Dramatically In People Under 40

KPBS — Tue, 08 May 2012 11:48:32 -0700

Melanoma detection month begins, but staying out of the sun is not a guarantee against this dangerous skin cancer.

Steps To Get Into The Best College

KPBS — Tue, 08 May 2012 11:30:00 -0700

As the high school semester comes to an end in San Diego, lots of students and parents are preparing for college and it's more competitive than ever. We'll have some tips to give you the edge.

A Mother's Day Gift For 30-Somethings Trying To Get Pregnant

KPBS — Mon, 07 May 2012 11:30:00 -0700

Just in time for Mother's Day, we'll debunk some myths about pregnancy after age 35. Author and Professor Jean Twenge says it's not as risky as you might think.