KQED's The California Report

Mitski Performs at Surprise LA Venue

This week indie musician Mitski is playing a series of sold out shows at an unexpected L.A. venue: Hollywood High School’s auditorium. The school's connection to the arts goes back …

Apr 03, 2026 · 10m

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New Citizens Reflect on State of US at Naturalization Ceremony

Hundreds of people became US citizens at a large ceremony in Orange County last month. Despite some concerns about democracy in the US, some new citizens still think it’s a …

Apr 02, 2026 · 10m

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CA Craft Brewers Facing Significant Economic Challenges

We’ve been hearing a lot lately about the struggles of California wineries. But the state’s craft brewers are also dealing with significant challenges. While it may seem like there’s a …

Apr 01, 2026 · 10m

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United Farm Workers Struggles With Fallout from Cesar Chavez Allegations

The sexual abuse accusations against the late Cesar Chavez have sparked condemnation and soul-searching on the West Coast, and also fears the scandal could undermine ongoing efforts to improve the …

Apr 01, 2026 · 10m

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The Challenges in Removing Cesar Chavez's Name in California Cities

Tuesday is Farm Workers' Day, formerly known as Cesar Chavez Day, which has been celebrated for almost 30 years. But last week, Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill to make …

Mar 31, 2026 · 10m

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When 1 million marched for immigrant rights in Downtown L.A.

In the spring of 2006, a historic number of Angelenos took to the streets to stop a harsh anti-immigration bill. It worked. But where's that momentum now? Reporter: Megan Jamerson, …

Mar 30, 2026 · 10m

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How the War in Iran Is Impacting Fertilizer Supplies, Food Prices

It will soon be a month since the start of the U.S.-Israel war with Iran. In response to U. S. military action, the Iranian regime has restricted which trade ships …

Mar 27, 2026 · 10m

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United Farmworkers Struggle With Fallout from Cesar Chavez Allegations

The sexual abuse accusations against the late Cesar Chavez have sparked condemnation and soul-searching on the West Coast, and also fears the scandal could undermine ongoing efforts to improve the …

Mar 26, 2026 · 10m

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Central Valley 911 Dispatch Training Program Gives Students Real World Experience

911 dispatchers are often the first voice people hear in an emergency. But across the country, it’s getting harder to find people trained to answer those calls. Two programs in …

Mar 25, 2026 · 10m

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Gov. Newsom Weighs in on Foreign Policy to Build National Profile

As California Governor Gavin Newsom eyes a potential 2028 presidential run, he’s been wading into more foreign policy -- even on issues that are controversial. It’s a pivot that’s helping …

Mar 24, 2026 · 10m

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Despite Protections, The California Condor Struggles

The California Condor used to range from California to Florida and from Canada all the way down to Mexico. But last century, their population crashed. Now, there are more than …

Mar 23, 2026 · 11m

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Farmworker Activists Reflect on Legacy of Civil Rights Icon

As word of damning accusations against Cesar Chavez spread this week, farmworkers and advocates in California have struggled to reconcile the disturbing details with their image of a man they …

Mar 20, 2026 · 10m

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California Reacts to Allegations Against Labor Leader Cesar Chavez

A major investigation by the New York Times is raising serious allegations about Cesar Chavez, one of the most admired figures in Latino civil rights history. The reporting includes accounts …

Mar 19, 2026 · 10m

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CA Democrats Splintered on Blame Over Gas Prices

The nationwide increase in gas prices since the beginning of the war in Iran is hitting especially hard in California, already home to the nation’s highest prices at the pump. …

Mar 18, 2026 · 10m

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How Federal Housing Reform Could Impact Californians

California's housing crisis is spreading to other states. Congress is finalizing a package of bills some national housing experts say are among the most significant reforms to come out of …

Mar 17, 2026 · 10m

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Ukiah School Emphasizes Math in Transitional Kindergarten Class

This school year is the first in which transitional kindergarten is free and available for all 4-year-olds across California. The state has spent more than $15 billion since 2021 to …

Mar 16, 2026 · 10m

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Muslim Community in Monterey County Celebrates Ramadan

It’s the holy month of Ramadan, when Muslims around the world dedicate 30 days to prayer and reflection by fasting from sunrise to sunset. That includes in the Monterey County …

Mar 13, 2026 · 10m

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Projects Under Initial Prop 1 Funding Hit Delays

In 2024, California voters approved Proposition 1. That ballot measure set aside billions of dollars to add more mental health and addiction treatment beds across the state. But new reporting …

Mar 12, 2026 · 10m

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Teacher Strikes Continue Amid Year of Labor Strife

About one in ten K-12 students in the US attend a California public school. And those schools are seeing a lot of turmoil this year. San Francisco educators went on …

Mar 11, 2026 · 10m

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New Law Provides School Boards the Opportunity for Pay Raise

School boards across California are giving their members raises, which might sound strange at a time when teachers here are striking for better pay. It's thanks to a new law …

Mar 10, 2026 · 10m

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Bay Area Family Torn Apart by Deportation

Over the past year, we’ve watched the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown unfold violently in places like Minneapolis and Chicago. But even in Northern California, immigration arrests have more than doubled. …

Mar 09, 2026 · 10m

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California Farm Town Caught Up in Prop 50 Redistricting

Proposition 50 is now in effect in California. The law redrew political boundaries for congressional districts. And one of the communities soon to have new congressional representation in Washington DC …

Mar 06, 2026 · 10m

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Some Gubernatorial Candidates Taking Different Path in Run for Governor

What makes a winning candidate for governor of California? Well, with the exceptions of movie stars Ronald Reagan and Arnold Schwarzenegger, every governor for more than 80 years has had …

Mar 05, 2026 · 10m

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Otay Mesa Detainees Face New Challenges in Communicating With Outside World

At Otay Mesa Detention Center in San Diego, authorities have shut down an underground channel that detainees used to communicate with the outside world. Reporter: Aisha Wallace-Palomares, LA Taco At …

Mar 04, 2026 · 10m

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Iranian LA Councilman Says Attacks Leave Questions About Iran's Future

Across California, many Iranian-Americans are still in disbelief following the US-Israeli military strikes in Iran. Some are overjoyed with the death of the country's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, but others …

Mar 03, 2026 · 10m

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How Federal Homelessness Funding Changes Could Impact Those in Need

The Trump administration tried last fall to drastically reduce the amount of federal grant money counties could use for permanent supportive housing programs. The effort was struck down in court …

Mar 02, 2026 · 10m

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State Workers Push for Telework Options

Sacramento County is home to California’s largest community of state workers, around 90,000 people. Governor Gavin Newsom says he wants them to come back into the office starting this summer …

Feb 27, 2026 · 10m

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