New bill to end ICE center tax breaks; San Diego's fishing industry; World Cup episode artwork

EPISODE · Jul 11, 2026 · 45 MIN

New bill to end ICE center tax breaks; San Diego's fishing industry; World Cup

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California lawmakers have introduced new legislation to stop detention centers from claiming charitable tax breaks.The state bill follows a KPBS investigation found that an Imperial County ICE detention center had been getting millions of dollars in tax breaks for years.Plus, San Diego's commercial fishing industry is a small fraction compared to what it once was. We take a deep dive into the reasons for its decline and the efforts made to bring it back.And, San Diego State University student journalists share their recent reporting exploring all things World Cup — from binational soccer fandom to San Diego's grassroots soccer scene.Guests:Kori Suzuki, South Bay and Imperial Valley reporter, KPBSDeborah Brennan, reporter, CalMattersAdriana Heldiz, assistant visuals editor, CalMattersNiko Padilla, student journalist, San Diego State UniversityDelaney Mussel, student journalist, San Diego State UniversityKeep reading:California lawmakers weigh ending charity tax break for Imperial County ICE detention centerMany California fishermen are nearing retirement. Can the industry save its graying fleet?San Diego was the tuna capital of the world. Can the fleet recover?Pacific to plate: How the catch of the day ends up at high-end seafood restaurantsTeam USA or Team Mexico? Or both? In San Diego, World Cup fandom doesn't recognize bordersSan Diego grassroots soccer groups hope World Cup boosts access to play

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