KPBS Midday Edition

Local author and architect Megan Groth documents free, family-friendly spaces in San Diego and Tijuana in her new book "The Places We Love."

A recent U.S. Supreme Court decision affirmed that a ban on encampments does not amount to cruel and unusual punishment. We look at the impact of this decision on the San Diego region.

July 2 marked the 60th anniversary of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. To honor the continued legacy of this law, we spoke with local activists and historians.

Between basic living expenses and stagnant wages, San Diegans can't afford to live in our region. On Midday Edition, we discuss the cost of living crisis with a panel of experts.

"Henry the Sixth" marks the largest Shakespeare production at the Old Globe. Plus, one graphic novel tells a queer coming-of-age story through diary entries. And finally, your weekend arts preview.

Broadway legend Audra McDonald will perform with the San Diego Symphony this weekend. She sat down with Midday Edition to talk about curating the program and her theater journey.

Bestselling author and illustrator Loren Long talks about his newest book, "The Yellow Bus," and its themes of purpose and joy.

UC San Diego's Ethnic Studies Department has started a Palestinian Community Leader in Residence program. The goal is to build relationships with the local Palestinian American community.

On Midday Edition Tuesday, we get practical tips on how to handle organic food waste, as well as hear about some of the common mistakes people make when it comes to recycling. Then, a new study from UC San Diego found differences in how certain news outlets cover the topic of climate change.

We celebrate 30 years of "Sunday Night Slow Jams" with R Dub!, the voice behind the iconic radio show.

A new book by a National City author tells the story behind Chicano Park and the community action that built it.

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.