KPBS Midday Edition

The California Senate has passed a bill to ban "forced outing policies" in public schools. We discuss recent violence in Hillcrest. And, youth LGBTQ+ activists share their experiences in San Diego.

Last month, a group of master's students from the University of San Diego embarked on a two-week train journey to bridge gaps across the country. Here's what they found out.

NPR’s Tiny Desk is celebrating the month with nine performances by Black women artists. Plus, KPBS' favorite local submissions to the Tiny Desk Contest.

We discuss resources for local fathers, and how to build connection with one another while learning to parent.

For their fifth anniversary, the co-hosts and creators of NPR's award-winning history podcast reflect on their vision for the show and where it fits in the current historical moment.

A new book, "Our New World of Adult Bullies," examines the impact of adult bullying in the workplace and society at large.

Today on Midday Edition, it’s all about dating and relationships in San Diego. We look into the new options people are exploring to find love.

A local community archive is dedicated to preserving and sharing local LGBTQ+ history. Plus, a celebration of queer and trans performers in an upcoming dance festival. And your weekend preview.

Though San Diego remains a major hub for the biotech industry, the sector has been hit by a wave of job losses and closures over the past year. We take a look at how the local industry is doing today.

The risk of extreme heat is growing, especially in San Diego. We talk about the dangers and what can be done about it.

A professor connects the dots between the historical roots of anti-fat bias and racism within medicine.

For decades, a racially biased lab test included a "race modifier" that prevented thousands of Black patients from getting kidney transplants.

Singer-songwriter AJ Rafael celebrates his leading role at Cygnet Theatre. We also hear about a new art exhibit in Oceanside and some arts events happening this weekend.

A new book looks into important third spaces for LGBTQ+ women.

We look at the history of renewable energy in the Imperial County and why lithium might be different. Plus, efforts to bring more electric vehicle chargers to the region.

May is labor history month. To wrap up the month, we discuss the rich legacy of labor organizing across California and locally in San Diego with Dolores Huerta.

A writer and documentarian shared James Hubbell's impact on the San Diego region. We also get a peek into a new KPBS podcast about local activism and some recommendations for arts events to check out over the weekend.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Local leaders and experts unpack the state of mental health resources and housing support in San Diego County, after the passage of Proposition 1.

The Biden administration is officially moving to reclassify cannabis from a Schedule I drug to Schedule III. We talk about how it will impact research and the industry. Plus, what the future holds for cannabis equity in San Diego.

Theologians discuss the political influence of Christian nationalism. Plus, the wave of "ex-vangelicals" who are disowning the evangelical movement.

Two local artists reflect on Đẹp, a recent exhibit in the Mingei, which challenges Vietnamese beauty standards.

A climate activist and local professor discuss climate policy and what it could take for elected officials to work across party lines.

Thursday, May 16 is Bike Anywhere Day. To celebrate, we hear about the state of bike infrastructure in the San Diego region, as well as provide safety tips for cyclists and drivers.

Author Christopher Marquis' latest book, "The Profiteers," investigates how many companies evade social responsibility and what other businesses are doing about it.

Foraging — the practice of gathering plants, fruit and fungi — is gaining more widespread interest. But it's an age-old practice.