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San Diego Mayor on housing package, police chief search
November 20, 2023

The San Diego City Council rejected San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria's Housing Action Package 2.0 last week. We hear from the mayor on the next steps for his housing initiative. Plus, San Diego has started searching for its next police chief.

The future of planes and trains in San Diego
November 17, 2023

San Diego International Airport is undergoing a multibillion-dollar transformational renovation project. Where do things stand now and what impact will it have on holiday travel? Then, train tracks in parts of North County will need to move due to coastal

Weekend arts events to check out, plus films to be thankful for
November 16, 2023

We preview some arts and culture events to check out ahead of Thanksgiving. Plus, Midday Movies critics discuss the films theyre thankful for.

Holiday health update: A check on COVID, flu and mpox
November 15, 2023

As we get set to reunite with family and friends for the Thanksgiving holiday, we get a temperature check on where things stand with COVID-19, as well as other viruses like the flu and mpox.

Indigenous stewardship helps climate change efforts
November 14, 2023

There are greater efforts to put Indigenous voices at the forefront when it comes to protecting the environment and taking action against a worsening climate crisis.

Soda Bar anniversary, N. Scott Momaday and Coronado Island Film Fest
November 09, 2023

A beloved music venue is celebrating 15 years. Plus, we revisit an interview with Native American author N. Scott Momaday. And the Coronado Island Film Festival is back.

One year in, California leads advances in AI
November 07, 2023

Advances in artificial intelligence, many coming from California companies, have led to new possibilities for life and work. However, concerns about its potential power persist as tech companies expand its capabilities.

The historical trauma behind the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
November 06, 2023

The latest war between Israel and Hamas is entering its second month. We go back over 100 hundred years to explore the historical roots of the ongoing conflict.

Día de Muertos, the California Festival and San Diego Asian Film Fest
November 02, 2023

How does the Latino community in San Diego celebrate Da de Muertos? Plus, the return of a statewide music festival and a showcase of Asian cinema.

How studying Indigenous genetic data can lead to a more inclusive future
November 01, 2023

Genome scientist and UC San Diego professor Keolu Fox uses genomic studies to decode Indigenous history, from migratory patterns to disease in these communities.