KPBS San Diego brings our community together with trusted local news, smart entertainment, and inspiring stories. We share content that informs, educates, and connects people across San Diego. You can find us on TV, radio, and online. Our goal is to serve every neighborhood and help our city stay strong and informed.
About KPBS San Diego
Founded in 1960 on the San Diego State University campus, KPBS San Diego is a public media service that values truth, transparency, and learning. We tell stories that matter to our community and highlight the people who make San Diego unique.
As a public service of San Diego State University, education is at the heart of what we do. From children’s shows to local news, we create high-quality, thoughtful programs for all ages.
Our Mission
The KPBS San Diego News Team delivers trustworthy and detailed stories that help people understand what’s happening in our region and the world. We don’t just report what happens — we explain why it matters. Our goal is to help San Diegans hold their leaders accountable and stay informed about the issues shaping our city.
Our Connection with San Diego State University
KPBS is proud to be part of San Diego State University (SDSU). Our TV license is held by the California State University Board of Trustees, and our FM license is held by SDSU.
While we share space and values with the university, KPBS San Diego operates with full editorial independence. This means our journalists make their own decisions about news coverage, free from outside influence.
Our Partners in San Diego
To strengthen our storytelling, KPBS partners with trusted local organizations, including:
- Investigative Newsource, for deep, data-driven investigations.
- 10 News San Diego, for breaking news and video coverage.
- Voice of San Diego, for the Speak City Heights Project, which amplifies voices in one of our city’s most diverse neighborhoods.
These partnerships help us bring more complete and powerful stories to our audience.
Editorial Integrity
KPBS San Diego follows the Public Media Code of Integrity. This ensures honesty, independence, and fairness in everything we do. We are dedicated to being a reliable source for thoughtful, in-depth content that helps our community grow stronger and stay informed.
Contact Details:
Address:
KPBS Public Media
5200 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182
Phone No: (619) 594-1515
Website: www.kpbs.org
About This Page
KPBS San Diego is a department of San Diego State University. The San Diego State University Research Foundation provides administrative support. We remain committed to transparency and public trust in all of our work.
FAQs:
1. What is KPBS San Diego?
KPBS San Diego is a public media organization that shares trusted local news, TV, radio, and online programs. We aim to inform, educate, and inspire our community.
2. Who owns KPBS San Diego?
KPBS is part of San Diego State University. Our TV license is held by the California State University Board of Trustees, and our FM license is held by SDSU.
3. How does KPBS San Diego stay independent?
Even though we are part of the university, KPBS San Diego keeps full editorial independence. Our journalists make their own choices about what to cover, without outside pressure.
4. When was KPBS San Diego founded?
KPBS started in 1960 on the campus of San Diego State University. It began as KEBS and has grown into one of the top public media outlets in the region.
5. What kind of programs does KPBS San Diego offer?
KPBS shares news reports, documentaries, children’s shows, and educational programs. We are on TV, radio, and digital platforms, so you can watch or listen anywhere.
6. Who are KPBS San Diego’s partners?
We work with Investigative Newsource, 10 News San Diego, and Voice of San Diego to bring the community deeper stories and better coverage.
7. How can I contact KPBS San Diego?
You can reach us at:
Address: 5200 Campanile Drive, San Diego, CA 92182
Website: www.kpbs.org
8. What is the mission of KPBS San Diego?
Our mission is to serve the people of San Diego with trustworthy, in-depth information that helps our community understand local and global issues.
