Kpbs Roundtable
Remembering Billy Ray Smith Jr.; Chula Vista government overhaul; Salton Sea pollution
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San Diego lost a legend this week.Billy Ray Smith passed away at 64 after a long journey with dementia. His family said it was caused by Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE).On KPBS Roundtable, we remember the iconic San Diego Chargers linebacker and sportscaster with his long-time radio co-host, Scott Kaplan.Then, we unpack why voters rallied against a union-backed initiative to overhaul local government in Chula Vista.Plus, how pollution from the Salton Sea is impacting a nearby Little League in Calipatria. And, what high rates of childhood asthma in the region reveal about the problem.Guests:Scott Kaplan, sportscaster and former co-host of "Scott and B.R." on The Mighty 1990Jim Hinch, South county reporter, Voice of San DiegoZoe Meyers, freelance photo and video journalistRebecca Plevin, freelance journalistKeep reading:Former Chargers linebacker Billy Ray Smith Jr. dies at 64Scott Kaplan Remembers Billy Ray SmithHow a Union-Backed Bid to Overhaul Chula Vista’s Government Unraveled Near the Salton S