Ahead of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we discuss our progress toward achieving economic justice and the theme of this year's All Peoples Celebration, claiming dignity.

California lawmakers will soon debate reparations for Black Americans descended from enslaved ancestors. Plus, a San Diego County grant program aims to help small nonprofits working in social and racial justice.

Gabrielle Korn's queer science fiction novel, "Yours for the Taking," explores how one billionaire's vision for a feminist utopia turns into a dystopia. Plus, a look at a local water tower nearly 30 years later. And a preview of 2024 arts events coming to

San Diego's affordable housing agency has a new CEO. She steps in during a severe housing shortage and a growing homelessness crisis.

The United Nations latest climate conference aimed to reduce emissions and minimize climate change impacts, with nearly all countries agreeing to transition away from fossil fuels.

For decades, China has used giant pandas as a diplomatic tool to build better relations with other countries.

Public libraries are an amazing resource for books, but they also have a lot to offer in terms of services and their physical and digital collections.

Spare Pen presents "Every Day Vanilla," a play about one Filipino American woman's relationship with her hometown. Plus, "Slow Horses" premieres its third season on Apple TV+. And the return of a local adaptation of "A Christmas Carol," plus other weekend

The Temecula Valley Unified school board is drawing national scrutiny for a slew of controversial policies, including a ban on critical race theory. Plus, how racism can increase Black women's risk of stroke and other health conditions.

The holidays can be a time of celebration with friends and family. But they can also bring about feelings of loneliness and stress, and can be especially challenging for those coping with their mental health or recovering from substance abuse.