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Trusted local news in real time. With updates all day long, The Latest brings you the Bay Area and California stories you need to know as they happen. Hosted by KQED’s Bianca Taylor and featuring reporting from the award-winning KQED newsroom. Hear breaking news on your schedule, in 20 minutes or less.

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Today we’re sharing an episode from Bay Curious, “The Girl in the Fishbowl at Bimbo’s 365 Club.”

Rita Hayworth, Robin Williams, Adele — these are just a few of the huge stars that have graced the stage of Bimbo’s 365 Club over its 94 years in San Fr... more

Today we’re sharing an episode from The Bay, “Why Girls' Flag Football Could Be the Next Big Sport.”

Girls’ flag football is exploding in popularity at high schools across the Bay Area, especially since the sport was officially sanctioned by Califor... more

Our last episode of 2025, featuring this evening’s top news from the KQED newsroom with host Bianca Taylor.

The Latest updates continuously — up to 19 times a day — to deliver you the freshest local news, whenever you’re ready to listen. Find us on ... more

Our last episode of 2025, featuring the day's news from the KQED newsroom with host Bianca Taylor.

The Latest updates continuously — up to 19 times a day — to deliver you the freshest local news, whenever you’re ready to listen. Find us on the NPR a... more

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Michael Cherkiyai
Current owner of Bimbo's 365 Club and grandson of Bimbo
Bimbo's 365 Club
Episode: The Latest Presents: "The Girl in the Fishbowl at Bimbo’s 365 Club" from Bay Curious
Donna Powers
Former Richmond City Council member and performer as Dolphina for 25 years
Episode: The Latest Presents: "The Girl in the Fishbowl at Bimbo’s 365 Club" from Bay Curious
Celeste Knickerbocker
Performer as Dolphina for four years and a Pilates instructor
Episode: The Latest Presents: "The Girl in the Fishbowl at Bimbo’s 365 Club" from Bay Curious
Father John Pedigo
Executive Director of People, Acting and Community Together, PACT
People, Acting and Community Together (PACT)
Episode: The Latest Presents: “Why Girls' Flag Football Could Be the Next Big Sport” from The Bay
Jose Callaso
Costa Rican journalist reporting on asylum issues.
Episode: Friday Evening Roundup: Best Art of 2025, First-Hand Account of a Third-Country Removal
Molly Taft
Senior Climate Reporter at Wired
Wired
Episode: Thursday Evening Roundup: Environmental Toll of AI Data Centers, 10 Years of Drag Story Hour
Billy Cruz
KQED Reporter covering Drag Story Hour
KQED
Episode: Thursday's Top News: The Battle Over Who Will Replace Pelosi, Fresno's Airport Expansion Hits Turbulence
Scott Schaefer
KQED Senior Politics Correspondent and the co-host of Political Breakdown Podcast
KQED
Episode: Thursday's Top News: The Battle Over Who Will Replace Pelosi, Fresno's Airport Expansion Hits Turbulence
Taiki Hendricks
KQED's Senior Immigration Editor
KQED
Episode: Thursday's Top News: The Battle Over Who Will Replace Pelosi, Fresno's Airport Expansion Hits Turbulence

Host

Bianca Taylor
Host of the podcast, providing timely updates and insights on local news stories with a community focus.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Great way to get local news!

    I value staying informed about local news but am not often near a radio during the day. This podcast is a great way to keep up with what’s happening around the Bay Area and state! Now I wonder how I ever made it through the day without The California Report! :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sfredhead
    United States8 months ago
  • Really appreciate this!

    Great way to get news from KQED without having to listen to the ubiquitous clips of Trump misinformation/disinformation played on NPR News.

    I trust the reporting and appreciate the relevance.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Civil D.
    United Statesa year ago
  • huh?

    i mean this is what the radio is… or is that too old fashioned & they needed to repackage it for people *shrugs*

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    silly_goose!
    United Statesa year ago
  • Poorly designed

    They offer exactly one podcast at a time which might contain multiple broadcasts or not. This means you can miss things AND you will have to listen to the same story multiple times. A much better format would be to place each broadcast or even each story in its on podcast in the feed. Then I will hear all the stories no matter when they were broadcast and won’t have to listen to the same story multiple times

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    just.this.guy
    United Statesa year ago
  • Nice mix of interesting

    They discuss all kinds of interesting topics. For example, I just listened to a discussion about Formula E cars which are the future of race cars - using electric engines.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bryanmeyer
    United States7 years ago

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The podcast is commended for its engaging storytelling and thoroughness in discussing complex community matters.
Listeners appreciate the timely and relevant news coverage, finding it valuable for staying informed about local issues.
Positive feedback highlights the podcast's focus on serious local issues that greatly affect listeners' lives.
Some find the format restricting, preferring more varied episode structures than repeating stories.
The audience appreciates the depth of discussion concerning pressing societal concerns, making it feel personal and impactful.

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#186
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#162
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The Latest Presents: “Why Girls' Flag Football Could Be the Next Big Sport” from The Bay
Q: What do you think is the role of a faith leader in times like these?
Faith leaders should foster community connection, support the marginalized, and facilitate meaningful conversations to empower their communities.
The Latest Presents: “Why Girls' Flag Football Could Be the Next Big Sport” from The Bay
Q: How is what you're doing now with PACT different than the work that you were doing as a priest?
Father John's current work focuses on building power within immigrant communities, aiming for practical solutions and systemic change rather than solely providing pastoral care.
Tuesday Evening Roundup: CA Farmworkers Fear ICE Raids, Jane Austen's 250th Birthday
Q: What did your family think of your reporting?
Mejia shares that her family appreciated her coverage, particularly her stepdad, who related to the historical challenges faced by farm workers in the fields.
Tuesday Evening Roundup: CA Farmworkers Fear ICE Raids, Jane Austen's 250th Birthday
Q: Tell us about the story that you wrote and why you decided to write it.
Brittany Mejia discusses her motivation to report on farm workers, emphasizing the fear surrounding ICE raids affecting their lives and how she aimed to illustrate their daily struggles.
Wednesday Evening Roundup: First Look at SFUSD Budget Cuts, Kaiser Therapists and AI
Q: What is at stake here if these cuts or enough cuts aren't made?
Without balancing the budget by spring, the district risks losing local control over budget planning, which means less engagement with families and staff.

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This podcast provides timely updates on significant local news stories from the Bay Area and California, focusing on a variety of social, political, and economic issues. Episodes often highlight current events related to education, healthcare, immigration, and environmental topics, all framed through the lens of local relevance and community impact. It features in-depth discussions on pressing issues such as homelessness, drug policies, public health initiatives, and notable local achievements, ensuring listeners are informed about developments that affect their lives immediately and personally. With a commitment to accurate and trustworthy reporting, this podcast serves as a vital resource for those looking to stay engaged with their commu... more

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1. The Bay
2. KQED's The California Report
3. Bay Curious
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4. Father John Pedigo
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6. Molly Taft
7. Billy Cruz
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