This week, environment reporter MacKenzie Elmer explains some of the drama going down in water politics. It all started when a couple farming communities tried to divorce the San Diego Water Authority. Now, rural districts seek to change the whole voting structure — with the help of state lawmakers. Plus: How to be a great composter. A Southeastern San Diego nonprofit loses community support. The last week before the special election. Subscribe to the Environment Report: vosd.org/environmentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, environment reporter MacKenzie Elmer explains some of the drama going down in water politics. It all started when a couple farming communities tried to divorce the San Diego Water Authority. Now, rural districts seek to change the whole voting structure — with the help of state lawmakers. Plus: How to be a great composter. A Southeastern San Diego nonprofit loses community support. The last week before the special election. Subscribe to the Environment Report: <a href="https://voiceofsandiego.org/environment-report/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/environment</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Rage Against the (Water) Machine

Few joys in life match a breezy summer night gossiping with good friends over cold drinks. And in this first-ever “Happy Hour” special episode, that’s what we’ve got for you. Hosts Scott Lewis and Andrea Lopez-Villafaña chat with guests Alain Stephens, reporter from The Trace, and Greg Moran, investigative reporter formerly with the The Union Tribune. Our stories:"Selling Sunset" star tied to landlord who tried to burn tenants out.Secret stories of the gun industry and the U.S. government.A short and expensive history of San Diego desalination.How the Fat Leonard scandal that blew a hole in the U.S. Navy. Watch out for Alain's podcast with The Weekly Briefing by The Trace: thetrace.org/newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Few joys in life match a breezy summer night gossiping with good friends over cold drinks. And in this first-ever “Happy Hour” special episode, that’s what we’ve got for you. Hosts Scott Lewis and Andrea Lopez-Villafaña chat with guests Alain Stephens, reporter from The Trace, and Greg Moran, investigative reporter formerly with the The Union Tribune. Our stories: "Selling Sunset" star tied to landlord who tried to burn tenants out. Secret stories of the gun industry and the U.S. government. A short and expensive history of San Diego desalination. How the Fat Leonard scandal that blew a hole in the U.S. Navy. Watch out for Alain's podcast with The Weekly Briefing by The Trace: <a href="https://www.thetrace.org/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thetrace.org/newsletter</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Happy Hour: Guns, Fat Leonard and ‘Selling Sunset’

Monday was the first day San Diego police could enforce the homeless camping ban — made to crack down on specific areas of the city where street camping has proliferated. Voice reporter Lisa Halverstadt has been following this ban since its inception. This week she surveyed common camping areas to see how the city and police curbed campsites and affixed new warning signs. She shares all the latest details on the city's homeless efforts in the podcast. Plus: Halverstadt broke the news that the city's largest homeless services provider — Father Joe's Villages — is in hot water. Also this week: The worst trees in San Diego. Transpo leader Hasan Ikhrata is out. Fact check on Monica Montgomery Steppe's "defund the police" record.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday was the first day San Diego police could enforce the homeless camping ban — made to crack down on specific areas of the city where street camping has proliferated. Voice reporter Lisa Halverstadt has been following this ban since its inception. This week she surveyed common camping areas to see how the city and police curbed campsites and affixed new warning signs. She shares all the latest details on the city's homeless efforts in the podcast. Plus: Halverstadt broke the news that the city's largest homeless services provider — Father Joe's Villages — is in hot water. Also this week: The worst trees in San Diego. Transpo leader Hasan Ikhrata is out. Fact check on Monica Montgomery Steppe's "defund the police" record.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Week One of the New Camping Ban

A few weeks ago, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria asked a question — daring reporters to find out, "What other jurisdictions are applying for Homekey dollars?" "Homekey" is a state project doling out big money for new housing. Local municipalities can apply for funds to help boost permanent supportive housing projects. San Diego has applied for more than $105 million of this funding, chiefly to convert motels to permanent rooms. And despite this crisis hampering the whole region, host Andrea Lopez-Villafaña found the city of San Diego is indeed shouldering the county's weight. This week, we discuss Homekey, housing and homelessness — including the city of Chula Vista's approach and fact checks for common homelessness assumptions. Subscribe to support Voice and stay informed: vosd.org/newslettersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A few weeks ago, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria asked a question — daring reporters to find out, "What other jurisdictions are applying for Homekey dollars?" "Homekey" is a state project doling out big money for new housing. Local municipalities can apply for funds to help boost permanent supportive housing projects. San Diego has applied for more than $105 million of this funding, chiefly to convert motels to permanent rooms. And despite this crisis hampering the whole region, host Andrea Lopez-Villafaña found the city of San Diego is indeed shouldering the county's weight. This week, we discuss Homekey, housing and homelessness — including the city of Chula Vista's approach and fact checks for common homelessness assumptions. Subscribe to support Voice and stay informed: <a href="https://vosd.org/newsletters" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/newsletters</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

City of San Diego is The Region's Real Homekey Player

"Mailers are like the core concentrate of local politics. If you boil down politics, you're left with mailer content."  This week, our hosts discuss political mailers. While mailers are objectively annoying inbox filler that most people throw, they are created by strategists who have a lot of data about who they're targeting. Therefore, in addition to the argument for or against any given candidate, the postal padding also serves as a proxy for what the experts think they know about the electorate. In this episode, we discuss the art of mailers and what local political groups are trying to express ahead of the special election to replace Nathan Fletcher on the Board of Supervisors. Plus: A new amendment to the lawsuit against Fletcher. More Union-Tribune staff depart. And the latest in water politics as two North County farming communities continue to try to divorce the San Diego Water Authority.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Mailers are like the core concentrate of local politics. If you boil down politics, you're left with mailer content." This week, our hosts discuss political mailers. While mailers are objectively annoying inbox filler that most people throw, they are created by strategists who have a lot of data about who they're targeting. Therefore, in addition to the argument for or against any given candidate, the postal padding also serves as a proxy for what the experts think they know about the electorate. In this episode, we discuss the art of mailers and what local political groups are trying to express ahead of the special election to replace Nathan Fletcher on the Board of Supervisors. Plus: A new amendment to the lawsuit against Fletcher. More Union-Tribune staff depart. And the latest in water politics as two North County farming communities continue to try to divorce the San Diego Water Authority.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Art of Political Mailers

Los Angeles' richest man, Patrick Soon-Shiong, sold the San Diego Union-Tribune and the LA Times to MediaNews Group, owned by Alden Global Capital.  The U-T has had six owners since 2009. Soon-Shiong at the start of his tenure promised "stability." Now it seems there's anything but. This week on the show, we discuss how the news came trickling out at the start of the week — followed quickly by staff reduction notices and buyout offers for the waning paper. We also look at the wider picture: How did newspapers get to this point? And is there a route to stability for regional journalism? Plus: Former mayor Kevin Faulconer announced his bid for County Supervisor. The special election to replace former Supervisor Nathan Fletcher is almost here. And San Diego Unified's school board is oddly... unified. Support VOSD with a donation or subscription. Donate at vosd.org/donate Subscribe at vosd.org/newslettersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Los Angeles' richest man, Patrick Soon-Shiong, sold the San Diego Union-Tribune and the LA Times to MediaNews Group, owned by Alden Global Capital.  The U-T has had six owners since 2009. Soon-Shiong at the start of his tenure promised "stability." Now it seems there's anything but. This week on the show, we discuss how the news came trickling out at the start of the week — followed quickly by staff reduction notices and buyout offers for the waning paper. We also look at the wider picture: How did newspapers get to this point? And is there a route to stability for regional journalism? Plus: Former mayor Kevin Faulconer announced his bid for County Supervisor. The special election to replace former Supervisor Nathan Fletcher is almost here. And San Diego Unified's school board is oddly... unified. Support VOSD with a donation or subscription. Donate at <a href="https://vosd.fundjournalism.org/donate/?amount=25&amp;campaign=7014y000001oxyYAAQ&amp;frequency=once" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/donate</a> Subscribe at <a href="https://vosd.org/newsletters" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/newsletters</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Union-Tribune Sold Again

This week, we've got updates from the highly anticipated safe camping site put in place by the city of San Diego. The city opened the site to provide unhoused residents a safe place to camp, made to be more attractive than sidewalks. The first of two such sites, it precedes stricter enforcement to get tents off city streets and away from sensitive areas like schools. On the show, reporter Lisa Halverstadt details the amenities and intake numbers — and a new story about how increased homeless enforcement may affect Black San Diegans disproportionately. Plus: A wealthy family’s 100-year-old company is blocking a permanent housing project. And San Diego Unified is facing big budget deficits. Keep up with all our stories with the Morning Report: vosd.org/morningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we've got updates from the highly anticipated safe camping site put in place by the city of San Diego. The city opened the site to provide unhoused residents a safe place to camp, made to be more attractive than sidewalks. The first of two such sites, it precedes stricter enforcement to get tents off city streets and away from sensitive areas like schools. On the show, reporter Lisa Halverstadt details the amenities and intake numbers — and a new story about how increased homeless enforcement may affect Black San Diegans disproportionately. Plus: A wealthy family’s 100-year-old company is blocking a permanent housing project. And San Diego Unified is facing big budget deficits. Keep up with all our stories with the Morning Report: <a href="https://voiceofsandiego.org/morning-report-newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/morning</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Camp Sites, Wealthy Landowners and Those Caught in the Middle

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria and other city leaders announced the opening of a safe camping site for homeless residents. It's first of two in the coming months — along with a new ban on camping, which narrowly passed the City Council last week. The ban expands current restrictions with further attention to sensitive areas such as schools and is now set to take effect in late July. Another, larger camp site is on tap for the fall. We discuss the details of the new site as part of a robust effort by Gloria to reduce tents on the streets. Plus: Two sales tax measures may hit the 2024 ballot. And a weird protest hits a Rancho Peñasquitos library. Support VOSD and the podcast as we close out the fiscal year: vosd.org/podpeopleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria and other city leaders announced the opening of a safe camping site for homeless residents. It's first of two in the coming months — along with a new ban on camping, which narrowly passed the City Council last week. The ban expands current restrictions with further attention to sensitive areas such as schools and is now set to take effect in late July. Another, larger camp site is on tap for the fall. We discuss the details of the new site as part of a robust effort by Gloria to reduce tents on the streets. Plus: Two sales tax measures may hit the 2024 ballot. And a weird protest hits a Rancho Peñasquitos library. Support VOSD and the podcast as we close out the fiscal year: <a href="vosd.org/podpeople" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/podpeople</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The First Big Safe Camping Lot Is Open

This week's co-host, Jakob McWhinney, shared in this episode a framework he often uses to consider San Diego's present state and future: "It's gonna blow." The Padres are going to acquire huge stars and take off. San Diego's going to be a hot new music scene. Democrats are going to transform county government. The big thing is always going to happen. McWhinney and hosts Scott Lewis and Andrea Lopez-Villafaña review this week's news with that framework in mind: SDSU, sports, homelessness, billionaire investors and more. Subscribe to our most popular product, the Morning Report: vosd.org/morningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's co-host, Jakob McWhinney, shared in this episode a framework he often uses to consider San Diego's present state and future: "It's gonna blow." The Padres are going to acquire huge stars and take off. San Diego's going to be a hot new music scene. Democrats are going to transform county government. The big thing is always going to happen. McWhinney and hosts Scott Lewis and Andrea Lopez-Villafaña review this week's news with that framework in mind: SDSU, sports, homelessness, billionaire investors and more. Subscribe to our most popular product, the Morning Report: <a href="vosd.org/morning" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/morning</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

'It's Gonna Blow'

After hours of public discussion and debate, the San Diego City Council narrowly approved a law that would ban camping on public land.  The ban would bar homeless camps in public spaces at all times when shelter is available. And when shelter isn't available, tents would still be banned within two blocks of schools or shelters, as well as in canyons and along transit hubs and waterways.  The pod crew gets into what it all means.  Support the show at vosd.org/podpeopleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After hours of public discussion and debate, the San Diego City Council narrowly approved a law that would ban camping on public land.  The ban would bar homeless camps in public spaces at all times when shelter is available. And when shelter isn't available, tents would still be banned within two blocks of schools or shelters, as well as in canyons and along transit hubs and waterways.  The pod crew gets into what it all means.  Support the show at <a href="vosd.org/podpeople" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/podpeople</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Controversial Camping Ban Is Here

This is Voice of San Diego’s weekly spitfire roundup of news. We cover local and regional politics, the environment, education, the border and more. This show features our investigative reporting and interviews with lawmakers and other special guests.

Todd Gloria

Days before the San Diego City Council voted on a camping ban pushed by Mayor Todd Gloria, he joined us in the Voice of San Diego studio to discuss his approach to homelessness.  Host Scott Lewis had a lot of questions for him. What does the ban do that laws on the books don't do? How will it be enforced? What about this is different than what former mayor Kevin Faluconer did?  Note: The City Council narrowly approved the ban on June 13, 2023. Read our coverage at vosd.org Support the show at vosd.org/podpeopleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Days before the San Diego City Council voted on a camping ban pushed by Mayor Todd Gloria, he joined us in the Voice of San Diego studio to discuss his approach to homelessness.  Host Scott Lewis had a lot of questions for him. What does the ban do that laws on the books don't do? How will it be enforced? What about this is different than what former mayor Kevin Faluconer did?  Note: The City Council narrowly approved the ban on June 13, 2023. Read our coverage at <a href="https://voiceofsandiego.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org</a> Support the show at <a href="vosd.org/podpeople" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/podpeople</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Bonus: Mayor Todd Gloria on Addressing Homelessness

The new point-in-time count numbers are in. The annual homeless census showed a record surge in homelessness, reaching its highest point in 12 years. On the podcast this week, we review the new data and particularly distressing increases among the senior population and in chronic homelessness. We also have a story this week about the old data: According to a report by our Will Huntsberry, before the 2023 figures came out, the regional census (while an imperfect system of measure) actually showed a 10-year decline. Meanwhile homelessness has become more visible, and tragic, than ever.  These stories all come ahead of a highly-anticipated vote next week that aims to transform homelessness in the city of San Diego, further enforcing San Diego's ban on street camping while pushing residents toward shelters and safe camping sites. Plus: Water politics is boiling. Andy is leaving. Join the VOSD Podcast crew! Support our fiscal year-end campaign at: vosd.org/podpeopleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new point-in-time count numbers are in. The annual homeless census showed a record surge in homelessness, reaching its highest point in 12 years. On the podcast this week, we review the new data and particularly distressing increases among the senior population and in chronic homelessness. We also have a story this week about the old data: According to a report by our Will Huntsberry, before the 2023 figures came out, the regional census (while an imperfect system of measure) actually showed a 10-year decline. Meanwhile homelessness has become more visible, and tragic, than ever.  These stories all come ahead of a highly-anticipated vote next week that aims to transform homelessness in the city of San Diego, further enforcing San Diego's ban on street camping while pushing residents toward shelters and safe camping sites. Plus: Water politics is boiling. Andy is leaving. Join the VOSD Podcast crew! Support our fiscal year-end campaign at: <a href="https://vosd.org/podpeople" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/podpeople</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Week Before the Big Homelessness Vote

A bill that passed quietly last year, signed by the governor with no meaningful opposition, has completely upended campaign finance and is causing confusion across the state. This week, we unpack SB 1439, which requires elected officials to recuse themselves from votes involving anyone who gave them more than $250 in campaign contributions. Also a year ago, a San Diego city ordinance went into effect to curb street vendors. Vendors now say vending is practically impossible. Finally, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria is gearing up for a big vote on an ordinance that could ban camping in most public spaces. We assess his latest messaging on that front. Plus: Andy Keatts has some news. Keep up with all our stories with The Morning Report: vosd.org/morningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A bill that passed quietly last year, signed by the governor with no meaningful opposition, has completely upended campaign finance and is causing confusion across the state. This week, we unpack SB 1439, which requires elected officials to recuse themselves from votes involving anyone who gave them more than $250 in campaign contributions. Also a year ago, a San Diego city ordinance went into effect to curb street vendors. Vendors now say vending is practically impossible. Finally, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria is gearing up for a big vote on an ordinance that could ban camping in most public spaces. We assess his latest messaging on that front. Plus: Andy Keatts has some news. Keep up with all our stories with The Morning Report: <a href="About%20a%20year%20ago,%20a%20San%20Diego%20city%20ordinance%20went%20into%20effect%20to%20curb%20street%20vendors%20—%20essentially%20kicking%20them%20from%20the%20curb.%20%20Vendors%20now%20say%20vending%20is%20practically%20impossible" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/morning</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

When Laws Meet Reality

Andrew Bowen

Last week, we brought in KPBS reporter Andrew Bowen to talk about his new podcast, "Freeway Exit," dedicated to the past, present and future of freeways. This is the full unabridged version of that interview — where Bowen and host Andrew Keatts are free to unleash their unbridled passion for freeways and transportation. Here, they dig into the archival footage Bowen found to inform his series. They discussed a freeway decommissioning that's in the works in San Diego right now. And, some history: How President Dwight D. Eisenhower championed freeways and their proliferation throughout the country. They also discussed freeway revolts by local communities and a glimpse into a possible future of freeway use in the region. Keep up with everything about the podcast with our weekly newsletter: vosd.org/pod Support the show at vosd.org/podpeopleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week, we brought in KPBS reporter Andrew Bowen to talk about his new podcast, "Freeway Exit," dedicated to the past, present and future of freeways. This is the full unabridged version of that interview — where Bowen and host Andrew Keatts are free to unleash their unbridled passion for freeways and transportation. Here, they dig into the archival footage Bowen found to inform his series. They discussed a freeway decommissioning that's in the works in San Diego right now. And, some history: How President Dwight D. Eisenhower championed freeways and their proliferation throughout the country. They also discussed freeway revolts by local communities and a glimpse into a possible future of freeway use in the region. Keep up with everything about the podcast with our weekly newsletter: <a href="https://voiceofsandiego.org/vosd-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/pod</a> Support the show at <a href="https://vosd.fundjournalism.org/donate/?org_id=vosd&amp;amount=52.00&amp;campaign=7014y0000016KIw&amp;installmentPeriod=yearly" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/podpeople</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Freeway Fandom with KPBS' Andrew Bowen

The County Board of Supervisors voted this week to approve loans to help the city of San Diego to buy property to house homeless San Diegans. But it wasn't without controversy. Local Republicans, including Supervisor Jim Desmond, argued housing alone won't solve the homelessness crisis. They say housing is only part of the solution and must be tied to drug and addiction treatment. This week, we explain the arguments swirling around the once wonky policy debate over “housing first" — and how it has become a political wedge issue. Plus: KPBS reporter Andrew Bowen discusses his new podcast about the past, present and future of freeways. Support our North County coverage: vosd.org/NCountynews Watch segments and snippets on YouTube: youtube.com/voiceofsandiegoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The County Board of Supervisors voted this week to approve loans to help the city of San Diego to buy property to house homeless San Diegans. But it wasn't without controversy. Local Republicans, including Supervisor Jim Desmond, argued housing alone won't solve the homelessness crisis. They say housing is only part of the solution and must be tied to drug and addiction treatment. This week, we explain the arguments swirling around the once wonky policy debate over “housing first" — and how it has become a political wedge issue. Plus: KPBS reporter Andrew Bowen discusses his new podcast about the past, present and future of freeways. Support our North County coverage: <a href="https://vosd.fundjournalism.org/donate/?org_id=vosd&amp;amount=15&amp;installmentPeriod=monthly&amp;campaign=7014y000000zRk4AAE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/NCountynews</a> Watch segments and snippets on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCdmo8ljibl7wlZ0jqU4AeHbXM7ce2Zi7" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/voiceofsandiego</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Local Republicans Push Back on Housing First Model

It was a momentous week in San Diego sports. A Thursday press conference at Snapdragon Stadium made it official: Major League Soccer is coming to San Diego. This week, host Scott Lewis described the scene before a "resplendent" stadium, where MLS and a gaggle of bigwigs (local and international) declared that in 2025, the highest level of men's soccer would branch out to San Diego Scott and co-hosts Andrea Lopez-Villafaña and Andrew Keatts review how the city arrived at this big sports moment and the players who made it happen. Plus: Workers in San Diego's urban core have learned police are slow or unresponsive for potentially violent interactions with homeless residents. And MTS is losing money on its ticketing app. Subscribe for The Morning Report at vosd.org/morning Support the podcast at vosd.org/podpeopleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was a momentous week in San Diego sports. A Thursday press conference at Snapdragon Stadium made it official: Major League Soccer is coming to San Diego. This week, host Scott Lewis described the scene before a "resplendent" stadium, where MLS and a gaggle of bigwigs (local and international) declared that in 2025, the highest level of men's soccer would branch out to San Diego Scott and co-hosts Andrea Lopez-Villafaña and Andrew Keatts review how the city arrived at this big sports moment and the players who made it happen. Plus: Workers in San Diego's urban core have learned police are slow or unresponsive for potentially violent interactions with homeless residents. And MTS is losing money on its ticketing app. Subscribe for The Morning Report at <a href="https://voiceofsandiego.org/morning-report-newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/morning</a> Support the podcast at <a href="https://vosd.fundjournalism.org/donate/?org_id=vosd&amp;amount=52.00&amp;campaign=7014y0000016KIw&amp;installmentPeriod=yearly" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/podpeople</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Major League Soccer Is Coming to San Diego

Marcus Bush

It was a packed house at Whistle Stop Bar this week. The homey "Greater Golden Hill" establishment has long been the heart of our live podcasts and this was our first show back since the pandemic — in front of a sold out crowd. Hosts Scott Lewis, Andrew Keatts and Andrea Lopez Villafaña spoke with our special guests about homelessness, low riders, the Metropolitan Transit System, the Nathan Fletcher scandal — and the past, present and future of San Diego soccer. It was a great show! Enjoy. Guests:National City Councilmember and MTS Board Member Marcus BushSan Diego Loyal Soccer Club President Ricardo Campos Support the show and all our journalism at vosd.org/podpeople Get the podcast newsletter at vosd.org/podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was a packed house at Whistle Stop Bar this week. The homey "Greater Golden Hill" establishment has long been the heart of our live podcasts and this was our first show back since the pandemic — in front of a sold out crowd. Hosts Scott Lewis, Andrew Keatts and Andrea Lopez Villafaña spoke with our special guests about homelessness, low riders, the Metropolitan Transit System, the Nathan Fletcher scandal — and the past, present and future of San Diego soccer. It was a great show! Enjoy. Guests: National City Councilmember and MTS Board Member Marcus Bush San Diego Loyal Soccer Club President Ricardo Campos Support the show and all our journalism at <a href="https://vosd.fundjournalism.org/donate/?org_id=vosd&amp;amount=52.00&amp;campaign=7014y0000016KIw&amp;installmentPeriod=yearly" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/podpeople</a> Get the podcast newsletter at <a href="https://voiceofsandiego.org/vosd-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/pod</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Live! At Whistle Stop with Marcus Bush and Ricardo Campos

This week, the County Board of Supervisors decided how to replace Supervisor Nathan Fletcher. The board announced a special election, which will take place on Aug. 15. If no one captures more than 50 percent of the vote, then the contest will go to a general election on Nov. 7. However, Fletcher's position is not yet vacant and we've heard no word from him since he resigned as MTS chair following allegations of sexual harassment and assault and announced he would resign from the Board in May. His office says he's been at a treatment center with no outside contact. If Fletcher's resignation comes to pass, this special election will be triggered. In this episode, we discuss the board's decision and the current candidates. Plus: The expiration of a federal order could allow more asylum seekers into the country (and San Diego). Is the region ready? And education reporter Jakob McWhinney explains some big shakeups at San Diego Unified. Watch us on YouTube: youtube.com/voiceofsandiego Support the show: vosd.org/podpeopleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the County Board of Supervisors decided how to replace Supervisor Nathan Fletcher. The board announced a special election, which will take place on Aug. 15. If no one captures more than 50 percent of the vote, then the contest will go to a general election on Nov. 7. However, Fletcher's position is not yet vacant and we've heard no word from him since he resigned as MTS chair following allegations of sexual harassment and assault and announced he would resign from the Board in May. His office says he's been at a treatment center with no outside contact. If Fletcher's resignation comes to pass, this special election will be triggered. In this episode, we discuss the board's decision and the current candidates. Plus: The expiration of a federal order could allow more asylum seekers into the country (and San Diego). Is the region ready? And education reporter Jakob McWhinney explains some big shakeups at San Diego Unified. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCdmo8ljibl7wlZ0jqU4AeHbXM7ce2Zi7" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/voiceofsandiego</a> Support the show: <a href="http://vosd.org/podpeople" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/podpeople</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Oh Boy! Another Election

San Diego police are stopping people almost 50 percent less than they were a couple years ago — and nobody can say exactly why. A new analysis by Voice of San Diego revealed the decline in stops. Reporter Will Huntsberry crunched those numbers and joins us this week to break it down. And in a companion story, he honed in on data trending the same as ever: Racial disparities in police stops have crept up since 2020. Also, host Andrea Lopez-Villafaña explains the unique history and management of Chicano Park and its Steering Committee. Plus: New tenant protections, a potential overhaul of the Downtown-City Hall swath and the awkward race to fill Supervisor Nathan Fletcher’s seat. Catch us on the Tube: youtube.com/voiceofsandiego Support the show: vosd.org/podpeopleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

San Diego police are stopping people almost 50 percent less than they were a couple years ago — and nobody can say exactly why. A new analysis by Voice of San Diego revealed the decline in stops. Reporter Will Huntsberry crunched those numbers and joins us this week to break it down. And in a companion story, he honed in on data trending the same as ever: Racial disparities in police stops have crept up since 2020. Also, host Andrea Lopez-Villafaña explains the unique history and management of Chicano Park and its Steering Committee. Plus: New tenant protections, a potential overhaul of the Downtown-City Hall swath and the awkward race to fill Supervisor Nathan Fletcher’s seat. Catch us on the Tube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@voiceofsandiego/playlists?view=1&amp;sort=lad&amp;flow=grid" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/voiceofsandiego</a> Support the show: <a href="http://vosd.org/podpeople" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/podpeople</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

New Police Data Shows Less Stops, More Racial Disparity

More uncertainty looms over the Metropolitan Transit Agency. In this episode, we discuss this week's votes at MTS to try to install a permanent board chair after the Nathan Fletcher scandal. San Diego City Councilman Stephen Whitburn, in Fletcher's absence, is acting chair. But no one got enough votes to clinch the gig.  It was a harsh rebuke of Whitburn by his Council colleagues — two of whom sit on the board, and one acting as an alternate for the mayor, voted against him. Per MTS rules, Whitburn will be interim chair for another month before voting resumes. Plus: San Diego City Councilman Kent Lee asks a lot of questions about the homeless camping ordinance. And reporter Will Huntsberry lays out his new investigation. Watch the podcast: youtube.com/voiceofsandiego Join us for a live recording: vosd.org/eventsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More uncertainty looms over the Metropolitan Transit Agency. In this episode, we discuss this week's votes at MTS to try to install a permanent board chair after the Nathan Fletcher scandal. San Diego City Councilman Stephen Whitburn, in Fletcher's absence, is acting chair. But no one got enough votes to clinch the gig.  It was a harsh rebuke of Whitburn by his Council colleagues — two of whom sit on the board, and one acting as an alternate for the mayor, voted against him. Per MTS rules, Whitburn will be interim chair for another month before voting resumes. Plus: San Diego City Councilman Kent Lee asks a lot of questions about the homeless camping ordinance. And reporter Will Huntsberry lays out his new investigation. Watch the podcast: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxvDuacovhg&amp;list=PLCdmo8ljibl7wlZ0jqU4AeHbXM7ce2Zi7" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/voiceofsandiego</a> Join us for a live recording: <a href="https://voiceofsandiego.org/events/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vosd.org/events</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Whitburn Loses Ground at MTS

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