KPBS Roundtable

It's time for a mid-season report card for San Diego sports teams this week.The Padres will enter next week's All-Star break with a winning record. On today's show, we discuss what they need to do in the second half to make another playoff run come October.Plus, San Diego's soccer landscape continues to bloom. We check in on both of the major soccer teams in San Diego: San Diego FC and San Diego Wave FC.Guests:Derek Togerson, NBC 7 sports anchorRyan Finley, sports editor, The San Diego Union-TribuneTony Sanchez, founder, SanDiego.Futbol]]>

The Michelin Guide has revealed which California restaurants earned a "star."  Carlsbad's Lilo picked up one Michelin star. Meanwhile, Atelier Manna received a Bib Gourmand designation. San Diego now has five Michelin-starred restaurants. This week on Roundtable, we bring together a few journalists covering one of the things we love most about San Diego: food. Plus, the weekly roundup of other stories from the week. Guests: Candice Woo, freelance journalist and editor in San Diego Beth Demmon, food and drink writer for San Diego Magazine Farley Elliot, SoCal Bureau chief, SFGATE Ashley Rusch, producer, KPBS Food & drink recommendations: Read Candice Woo's Guide to San Diego Dining Lilo - Carlsbad Read Beth Demmon's Review on Lilo Jeune et Jolie - Carlsbad Addison - Del Mar Valle - Oceanside Atelier Manna - Leucadia Soichi - North Park Fine dining Lucien - La Jolla Dora - La Jolla Fleurette - La Jolla, UTC Bosforo - Normal Heights Read Beth Demmon's Look into Bosforo Vulture (Vegan & Cocktails)- University Heights Read Candice Woo's Review on Vulture Trust - North Park 3131 by Deckman's - North Park Trattoria Cori Pastificio - North Park Food & casual dining Odie's Pizza Co - Oceanside New Wave Bagel - Leucadia Read Beth Demmon's Review on New Wave Bagel Chick & Hawk - Encinitas Read Candice Woo's Review on Chick & Hawk La Perla #3 - Point Loma Read Candice Woo's Favorite Burritos in San Diego Wildflour Delicatessen - Liberty Station  Read Beth Demmon's Review on Wildflour Sonny's Pizza - University Heights Zion Market (Food Court and Rooftop Bar) - Kearny Mesa Marigold Bagels - North Park Read Beth Demmon's Review on Marigold Bagels Bica - Normal Heights Drinks & breweries Happy Medium - North Park  Read Candice Woo's Guide to Cocktail Bars Green Cheek Beer Co. - Oceanside Artifex Brewing - Oceanside Brewery X - Downtown Asylum Brewing - North Park Brewjeria Taproom & Kitchen - Chula Vista Athletic Brewing Co. 

San Diego Pride's parade and festival kicks off in less than a month. But this year, festivities are overshadowed by concerns about leadership and the overall vision for the organization. More than two dozen LGBTQ+ leaders have sent a letter to the board outlining issues like the lack of transparency and community engagement. The criticism comes weeks after a coalition of Jewish organizations, along with San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria, have pulled out of the festival over San Diego Pride's decision to invite singer Kehlani as a headliner. We discuss the details and what this could mean for Pride. Then, we hear about the firsthand impacts of the Trump administration's ban on transgender soldiers — through the story of one local sailor. Plus, the weekly roundup of other stories from the week. Guests: Maura Fox, communities reporter for The San Diego Union-Tribune Andrew Dyer, military and veterans affairs reporter, KPBS Ashley Rusch, producer, KPBS

Immigration raids, the protests against them, and President Trump's deployment of troops brought dramatic scenes to Los Angeles this week. As California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta challenge the legality of Trump's actions, we discuss where immigration enforcement is headed and the military's role in it. Plus, what does it take to bring journalism to the world of social media? We hear about citizen journalism, news influencers and the ultimate potential for news on social media apps. Guests: Gustavo Solis, investigative border reporter, KPBS Andrew Dyer, military and veterans affairs reporter, KPBS Bella Ross, social media producer, Voice of San Diego, @bellamayaross Jake Gotta, social media reporter and host, Public Matters, KPBS, @jakegotta

This week, the San Diego City Council passed new rules for street parking in the city. We discuss what it means for the state of free Sunday parking, parking in Balboa Park and more. Plus, a KPBS investigation looks into three separate civil rights lawsuits in National City brought by the families of people who died after police officers confronted them. We talk through questions over how police should respond to people experiencing mental health crises. Then, our weekly roundup of some feel-good stories from the week. Guests: Andrew Bowen, metro reporter, KPBS David Garrick, reporter, The San Diego Union-Tribune Kori Suzuki, South Bay and Imperial Valley reporter, KPBS

We hear about proposed changes to San Diego's ADU bonus program, and how they could prevent housing construction in the city's wealthiest neighborhoods. Plus, why SDUSD is changing its graduation requirements.

We discuss the impact of Thursday's plane crash on military families. Then, a KPBS investigation into police overtime pay. Plus, reporting on winemaking in Mexico's largest wine making region.

We break down the city of San Diego's revised annual budget. Then, we discuss how Governor Gavin Newsom thinks cities and counties should tackle homelessness.

The Trump administration's proposed tariffs could impact the local farming industry in San Diego County. Plus, a look into if California's long proposed high speed rail project to connect major cities will ever come to light.

A man arrested in an ICE raid earlier this year shares his story. Plus, how bots are scamming community college students out of financial aid.

Environmental Protection Agency administrator Lee Zeldin visited the San Diego-Tijuana border region this week. What does it mean for solving the cross-border sewage crisis? Then, spending on lobbying in California reached new heights in 2024. We look into what the data show.

We get the latest developments on San Diego's efforts to charge single family homeowners for trash pickup. And, a surfing spot in North San Diego County is selected for the 2028 Olympics.

We discuss the latest results from the San Diego County Board of Supervisors special election, as two South Bay mayors head to a July runoff. Then, we hear about the latest efforts at the state capital to reform California's landmark environmental review law with the goal of boosting housing production.

As the Trump administration continues their efforts at mass deportations, fear and uncertainty is on the rise. Plus, we sit down with KPBS' most recent Gloria Penner news fellow.

A KPBS investigation reveals racial disparities in previous sentencing for robbery murders. Plus, local veterans push back against proposed job cuts.

The San Diego Padres and San Diego Wave FC are busy preparing for their home openers this season. We talk about what fans need to know.

The San Diego City Council made changes last week to the rules for backyard apartments in an effort to rein in large multi-unit developments for certain parts of the city. Then on KPBS Roundtable, a discussion of a state bill to address cross-border pollution changes course, raising concerns about the viability of a long-term fix.

Tariff whiplash and trade war talk have dominated headlines this week, with new tariffs put in place earlier now paused. Plus, a new series explores the story of soccer in the San Diego-Tijuana region.

Despite the Trump administration's call for mass deportations, San Diego has not yet seen large-scale immigration raids. We hear the latest from KPBS border reporter Gustavo Solis on immigration enforcement in the region. Then, California's high-speed rail project is facing new challenges as the Trump administration announced plans to review federal funding for the project.

We talk about Major League Soccer's newest addition - San Diego FC - and what it means for the San Diego-Tijuana region's sports landscape.

Americans are spending more time alone, leading to what many consider an epidemic of loneliness. But does it also have a connection to politics? Plus, Voice of San Diego looks back on its first 20 years of investigative journalism.

Our education roundtable discusses the results from the nation's latest report card. We break down what the test assessment means for San Diego's students, schools, and the future of education.

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday to ban transgender soldiers from serving in the military, while also targeting diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the U.S. armed forces. Then, San Diego's city council removed a controversial zoning rule for parts of Southeast San Diego after community pushback. Plus, a look at other stories from the week in the roundup.

Since his inauguration Monday, President Trump has brought sweeping changes to the nation's immigration system. We take a look at how changes to immigration rules are already impacting people in the San Diego-Tijuana border region and beyond. Plus, a look into how AI continues to take hold in our workplaces.

California's insurance market already faced serious challenges even before Los Angeles' devastating fires began. What happens now? Then, around 500 people who were homeless died in San Diego County last year. We take a look at the numbers and what they mean. Plus, a look at other stories from the week on the roundup.

We hear what it's been like covering Los Angeles' historic wildlfires this week. Then, a suite of new state laws took effect in 2025. We take a closer look at some of them. Plus, a fight for control of the San Diego Padres is underway. What does it mean for the team's future?

San Diego County is rolling out a new state law that expands conservatorships to people suffering from severe addiction. Then, we discuss how the city of San Diego will handle its budget deficit and the demand for new housing in 2025. Plus, we take a look into some media trends heading into the new year.

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted to expand the powers of the Citizens' Law Enforcement Review Board to address in-custody deaths in county jails. Then, we hear about efforts to ban the use of algorithmic pricing software in setting rental prices.

Following the election, we discuss new California rules that increase punishments for theft and certain drug crimes. Plus, we'll unpack calls for San Diego police to reduce the dangers of high-speed chases after two recent pursuits turned deadly.

On KPBS Roundtable this week, we have a conversation with journalists covering the San Diego-Tijuana border region on what a second Trump Presidency could mean for the nation's immigration system.

We get the latest local election results from across San Diego County. Then, what we know about how California's propositions are faring as the vote count continues.

Election Day is Tuesday. We take one last look at some local races and the issues involved. Then, recent changes to state and local housing laws are opening new avenues for housing development.

Los Angeles Times columnist Gustavo Arellano shares what he learned from a road trip across America's southwest. He connected with a wide-range of Latino communities and heard about their concerns and hopes in a presidential election year.

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors has discussed a federal designation that would target pollution issues in the Tijuana River Valley. We unpack what that could mean for the region. Plus, we check out a new trolley line in East County.

On Roundtable, we're exploring what's behind this season's turnaround for the Padres and hopes heading into the playoffs.

A local nonprofit that serves homeless veterans is now prohibited from offering them treatment for substance use disorder. We learn why. Then, we hear about how the new KPBS "true crime" podcast, Free Jane, came to be.

San Diegans will be voting on multiple sales tax measures in this fall's election, so we learn about what they are and how they'd work if passed. Plus, a closer look into why the San Diego Unified School District fired its superintendent.

Is a migrant crime wave really sweeping across American cities? The data says no. Plus, a local foster care charity is taking some heat for its questionable financial practices.

California's public colleges are welcoming students back, but the new year comes with new restrictions curbing student protests. Plus, Escondido is seeing a rise in youth gang violence — we discuss what the city is doing to tackle the problem.

California voters will weigh in on a ballot measure this November that would increase the statewide minimum wage to $18 an hour. 

The start of a new school year is nearly here. KPBS Roundtable takes a look into some of the issues facing San Diego schools. Plus, artificial intelligence is making its way into the classroom — but has its implementation been too much too soon?

We look at the city of San Diego's plans for a 1,000-bed mega shelter. Then, a conversation about the effort by San Diego County supervisors to rein in profanity and threats at public meetings.

President Biden has withdrawn as a presidential candidate in the 2024 Presidential election, and now California-born Vice President Kamala Harris takes center stage. Plus, Comic-Con makes its return to the Convention Center. We'll check out some of the events.

For decades, SURFER Magazine was called “The Bible” of surf culture. The Carlsbad-based publication went dormant during the pandemic. But now, it's looking to make a comeback — and expand its reach.

From Michelin stars to its first James Beard award finalist, the San Diego-Tijuana region's culinary scene is on the rise. We hear from local food and culture journalists about this dining revolution. Plus, San Diego is a well known beer destination, but it's becoming known for other drinks too.