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The Latest from KQED

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Affordable Care Act
Iran
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San Francisco Unified School District
Proposition 50
Ice Raids
Nancy Pelosi
ICE
Governor Gavin Newsom

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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The day's top news from the KQED newsroom with guest host Dana Cronin.

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 app or Spotify for the best l... more

This morning’s top headlines from the KQED newsroom with guest host Dana Cronin.

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 app or Spotify for ... more

This evening’s top news from the KQED newsroom with guest host Dana Cronin.

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 app or Spotify for the b... more

The day's top news from the KQED newsroom with guest host Dana Cronin.

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 app or Spotify for the best l... more

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Recent Guests

Deb Haaland
Former Interior Secretary and gubernatorial candidate in New Mexico
U.S. Department of the Interior (former) / Governor candidate (NM)
Episode: The Future of Native Leadership, Becerra and Hilton to Face Off in November
Cobi Jones
Former US Men's Soccer team member
The California Report / KQED
Episode: Steve Hilton and Xavier Becerra to Face Off in November, World Cup Kicks Off in LA
Suzanne Ford
Executive Director, San Francisco Pride
San Francisco Pride
Episode: What AI's IPOs Mean for Affordability, Suzanne Ford on SF Pride 2026
Eve Swallows
San Francisco drag queen performing climate-themed set
Self
Episode: How Young Progressive Challengers Fared in the Primary, Meet the Bay Area's Climate Drag Artists
Patty Gonya
Environmental climate drag artist
Self/Drag performer
Episode: How Young Progressive Challengers Fared in the Primary, Meet the Bay Area's Climate Drag Artists
Maxine Joselow
Climate reporter at The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: SF Superintendent Testifies Before Congress, Trump Shovels $75 Million into Controversial Oakland Coal Terminal
Darwin Bond Graham
News editor at Oaklandside
Oaklandside
Episode: SF Superintendent Testifies Before Congress, Trump Shovels $75 Million into Controversial Oakland Coal Terminal
Andrew Shane
Managing director
County Welfare Directors Association
Episode: Why CA Election Results Take so Long to Settle, You Can Apply for CalFresh Benefits on This SF Truck
Bill O'Saly
U.S. attorney
U.S. Department of Justice
Episode: Why CA Election Results Take so Long to Settle, You Can Apply for CalFresh Benefits on This SF Truck

Hosts

Bianca Taylor
Host of The Latest; long-running KQED journalist covering local news and community stories.
Natalia Navarro
Co-host/Reporter; live host for The Latest with deep local reporting and newsroom experience.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 109 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 Statesa year 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 States2 years 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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Many appreciate balanced coverage without sensationalism and the depth of analysis on Bay Area issues.
Some listeners suggest format improvements for episode variety and easier access to individual stories.
Listener feedback highlights the local focus and timely reporting as a standout feature.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#126
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Apple Podcasts
#176
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Apple Podcasts
#223
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What AI's IPOs Mean for Affordability, Suzanne Ford on SF Pride 2026
Q: What new events or strategies is SF Pride adopting in response to political pressures and a changing climate around LGBTQ rights?
SF Pride is incorporating a political march alongside the parade, cooperating with advocacy groups to support trans people, and planning notable events like a Human Rights Summit with Dolores Huerta as keynote.
What AI's IPOs Mean for Affordability, Suzanne Ford on SF Pride 2026
Q: What impact do IPOs and AI-generated wealth have on San Francisco's housing market and employment landscape?
Panelists discuss a K-shaped economy where wealth from tech and AI boosts high-end housing demand while mortgage-sensitive segments suffer, and anticipate gradual employment growth from AI startups despite broader city job losses.
What AI's IPOs Mean for Affordability, Suzanne Ford on SF Pride 2026
Q: How have corporate sponsorships at SF Pride changed over the last year, and what is SF Pride's stance on sponsorships?
Suzanne Ford explains that SF Pride remains supportive of corporate involvement when sponsors demonstrate alignment with Pride values and do not influence messaging; sponsorships are used to fund community work, but messaging remains under Pride control.
Primary Election Results Roundup: Governor's Race Too Close to Call
Q: What are the early takeaways from the governor's race in California?
Early results show a tight three-way contest among Hilton, Becerra, and Steyer, with polling closely matching the actual returns, suggesting a competitive path to the top two in November.
Establishment Democrats Largely Prevail in Primary Races, The Future of Drone Delivery Service
Q: What role could Zipline's drone delivery play in future commerce and agriculture, according to the on-site reporting?
The guest and reporters explained that Zipline's drones could reduce reliance on delivery cars and trucks by transporting small, weight-limited orders directly to rural and urban hubs, with partnerships across consumer brands illustrating a pathway to scale and public acceptance.

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A Bay Area–focused news show delivering concise updates on local and statewide issues, with regular deep dives into policy, technology, and community stories. Episodes frequently cover political developments, housing and affordability, education funding, and the social impact of regional culture and industry, often featuring on-the-ground reporting and expert commentary from local journalists and industry practitioners. Notably, panels and conversations frequently center on California politics, labor history, consumer tech accountability, and the evolving restaurant and delivery ecosystems in the Bay Area, making it a go-to for listeners who want timely context and nuanced perspectives from a regional newsroom perspective.

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2. Cobi Jones
3. Suzanne Ford
4. Eve Swallows
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7. Darwin Bond Graham
8. Andrew Shane

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