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In 1939 Coronado, Gus and Emma Thompson rented to Lloyd Dong Sr. and Margaret Dong, when nobody else would. Decades later, the Dong's children are donating $5 million to serve Black college students at SDSU.

Reading to children has many benefits for their intellectual and emotional development. On Midday Edition Tuesday, KPBS hears about the challenges military families face during family reading time. Plus, a librarian explains the power of story time for kids and provides book recommendations.

The poetry community will come to San Diego for the Robert Frost Sesquicentennial, which celebrates the poet's 150th birthday. Plus, a preview of the San Diego Latino Film Festival and other arts events.

New research finds sitting for long hours increases the risk of death.

A running club by and for women of color has taken off in south San Diego. More than 500 people, many beginners, have run with Santa Mujeres since it began in 2020.

Midday Edition host Jade Hindmon asked the mayor listener-driven questions on the city's storm response, housing, homelessness, infrastructure and more.

Today marks the beginning of Civic Learning Week. We dive into the state of civics education and social studies across the country, as well as right here in San Diego County.

Far South/Border North is a new program that aims to support San Diego's thriving artist community. Plus, the Blue Water Film Festival returns with a focus on climate change. And finally, your weekend preview.

We discuss the California Legislative Black Caucus' 14-bill package and the broader conversation around reparations in California. Also, the link between reparations and solving the state’s homelessness crisis.

Mental health for men and boys will be the focus of an upcoming conference in San Diego later in March. We hear from several mental health experts about the mental health challenges men and boys face today, and how psychologists are working to expand definitions of masculinity.

Author and "Hiking My Feelings" co-founder Sydney Williams shares how she found healing in nature and how a good hike can be transformative for our physical and mental wellbeing.

Author Tia Williams' latest romance book blurs the boundaries between the 1920's and present-day Harlem. Also, we hear a conversation with the editor behind the Oscar-nominated film "Anatomy of a Fall." And finally, your weekend arts preview.

Electric vehicles are a key part of the state's goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2045. What do consumers who may be considering an EV need to know?

We take a look at the current COVID-19 landscape and what long COVID looks like in adults and young children. Also, we hear about the importance of taking a holistic approach to healing the heart.

The San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art will honor various Black leaders at its annual "Keepers of the Culture" event. Plus, a bug banquet will present an array of tasty dishes all made from edible insects.

The San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art will honor various Black leaders at its annual "Keepers of the Culture" event. Plus, a bug banquet will present an array of tasty dishes all made from edible insects.

Susan Orlean is one of the featured authors in this year's Writer's Symposium by the Sea, hosted by Point Loma Nazarene University.

A new report released by San Diego State University researchers provided KPBS with a better understanding of the public health crisis surrounding contaminated water in the South Bay. Plus, San Diego's first "Equity Indicators" report.

"Invisible Generals" author Doug Melville was motivated to tell the real story of his family's contributions to the country, after viewing a 2012 film about the Tuskegee Airmen, and realizing the character based on his uncle, had a fictionalized name.

The March 5 primary is just around the corner. We look at some of the top state Assembly races and one statewide ballot measure: Proposition 1.

Food festival Daygo Eatz returns to the San Diego Black Arts and Culture District. Plus, one author reimagines the Zorro folktale in a new book. And, Midday Movies' picks for Black History Month.

We hear from those involved in the ongoing efforts to help individuals affected by flooding from the Jan. 22 storm.

Elizabeth Gilbert is one of the featured authors in Point Loma Nazarene University's "Writer's Symposium By the Sea" series.

KPBS Garden Guru, Nan Sterman, answers all your plant and pest questions, and sets us up for a successful growing season.

San Diego chef Tara Monsod was selected as semifinalist for best chef in California. We hear about her nomination, her culinary journey and her restaurant, Animae.