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Police misconduct records show that officers who are caught lying may not get disciplined, but lawmakers are trying to change that. In other news, the San Diego city council's environment committee unanimously approved a new policy for top priorities in the Climate Action Implementation Plan. Plus, we have some weekend arts events worth checking out.

San Diego police have released almost 100 records of officer misconduct, but a third are missing what discipline the officers received. In other news, a new leader will soon take command of San Diego’s Salk Institute. Plus, we have details on the San Diego Latino Film Festival as it marks a major milestone this year.

A new state law requires local police departments to release some police misconduct records. In other news, San Diego County Supervisors have hired outside lawyers to investigate alleged misconduct in the public defender’s office. Plus, we have details on the new KPBS public safety coverage policy.

Neighbors of the Brother Benno Foundation in Oceanside want it removed from the Industrial Park it’s been operating in for more than 30 years. In other news, San Diego County paid nearly $4 million recently to settle wrongful discrimination lawsuits by two former deputy public defenders. Plus, we hear about the life of an ambassador for the San Diego Opera, who died recently.

National Security Council officials welcomed recently-arrived Afghans and local volunteers helping them, at the White House last week. In other news, the San Diego Community College District has changed its policy on required COVID vaccinations for employees, with plans to rehire those who were terminated. Plus, we have details on what you need to know before heading to the Carlsbad Flower Fields.

The San Diego County Medical Examiner has ruled that the death of a jail inmate last year was a homicide. In other news, the city of San Diego announced this week that it’s closing Golden Hall as a homeless shelter. Plus, local researchers say the sewage polluting the ocean off South County beaches is also polluting the air.

California has long been a bastion of reproductive rights, but anti-abortion crisis pregnancy centers still outnumber abortion clinics in California and San Diego County. Then, a man who fled hate crime charges in San Diego is now suspected by police in an antisemitic incident that took place at the Anne Frank house in Amsterdam, last month. Lastly, we bring you a preview of the San Diego Arab Fil...

San Diego Gas and Electric’s customers will see lower prices in March. In other news, details on how the rise of ChatGPT and other generative AI systems are impacting different sectors in San Diego, and what that means for the region. Plus, one local brewer is trying to diversify the brewing scene.

After three years, California and San Diego County’s COVID-19 emergency orders end today. In other news, developers can get financial incentives to build low-income housing, but there’s nothing like that for building moderate-income homes. We have details on a new bill that would change that. Plus, Imperial Beach’s mayor reacts to a recent settlement made to prevent Tijuana’s sewage from reaching...

The investigation into the alleged rape of a young woman by former San Diego State University football players has led to a child pornography charge. In other news, a San Diego nonprofit that helps support young people who’ve aged out of the foster care system, is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Plus, a San Diego artist turns things she finds at the swap meet into unique sculptures.

We visit Pine Valley’s Horse of the Sun Ranch. It’s open to the public, but geared towards military families. Then, local leaders are calling for the repeal of a state law that eliminated many criminal penalties for prostitution. Plus, we have some weekend arts events worth checking out.

President Joe Biden is proposing new rules that would limit access to asylum, similar to Trump-era policies. In other news, when National Guard troops deploy within the U.S. it’s typically for short periods of time, like a hurricane or other disaster, but the National Guard has patrolled the southern border for most of the last two decades. Some government watchdogs say that’s an inappropriate use...

A month-long anti-trafficking investigation in San Diego County has led to dozens of arrests and police say, to the rescue of eight minors. In other news, a UC San Diego doctor creates an app that helps people give CPR. Plus, more than $100 million is up for grabs in Wednesday’s Powerball lottery. We tell you how lottery ticket sales impact public schools.

A new proposal in the state legislature would require the state to lead on setting homelessness reduction goals, tie grant funding to how well cities and counties can meet those goals and would provide ongoing funding from the state. And President Biden’s visit to Ukraine is giving hope to some Ukrainians here in San Diego. Plus, as the city of San Diego rolls out its organic waste program, we hav...

Legalizing marijuana in California has brought an increase in adverse side effects and cannabis-related ER visits. In other news, we explore a 19th century hotel in Julian and its connection with Black history. Plus, we have some weekend arts events worth checking out.

Reporter Kitty Alvarado went to downtown San Diego and spoke with a homeless advocate and several unhoused people to discuss the recent increase in Hepatitis A cases. Plus, the city of San Diego took a step towards building denser housing this week. And, we have a look at some of the films being screened at the San Diego International Jewish Film Festival.

The need for more housing and sustainable transportation has North County’s transit agency exploring ways to maximize the use of their land. In other news, Chula Vista becomes the first city in California to lose its distinction of Welcoming City, just over three years after being the first city to receive the distinction. Plus, the San Diego Symphony’s indoor home will soon be among the finest sy...

A far-right extremist group connected to San Diego is fueling anti-semitic incidents. In other news, an Escondido company makes specialty police uniforms for departments across the country. Plus, the world premiere of a play inspired by the Logan Heights community premieres at The Old Globe Thursday.

The military is now allowing troops to serve even if they don't get vaccinated for COVID-19. But how does that impact troops who were discharged for refusing to get the shots before? In other news, a historic memorial is now under construction, honoring San Diegans who died in the early years of the AIDS epidemic before treatments were available. Plus, UC San Diego is trying to make smarter and fa...

A new report takes an in-depth look at efforts to end the homelessness crisis in California. In other news, UC San Diego is hiring 200 community health workers, as part of a new initiative from the White House. Plus, a local chef shares recipes for a Valentine’s Day dinner at home.

The ongoing case in the police beating death of Tyre Nichols once again focuses on the use of deadly force by officers. Now, police at one South Bay college are working to create a community for change. In other news, the IRS says some people need to wait to file their taxes. Plus, what you can expect at the Black Comix Day mini convention happening this weekend.

California utility regulators are digging into the reasons for this winter’s high natural gas prices. In other news, San Diego researchers have identified a new species of fish in the deep ocean waters near Costa Rica. Plus, we hear from a San Diego State graduate who has been nominated for an Oscar.

Cold blooded animals that require heating lamps are jacking up the heating bill for an Escondido nonprofit that helps rescue the reptiles. Then, community advocates are calling for Sheriff Kelly Martinez to start body scanning all jail staff, after a sheriff’s deputy was arrested for allegedly having drugs in his car on jail property. Plus, an update in the push to legalize lowrider cruising.

California just enacted a law that requires employers to post the pay range of jobs they're seeking applicants for. In other news, more University of California academic workers are saying they are the victims of retaliation, after their historic strike late last year. Plus, the Comic-Con Museum has a new exhibit on display.

KPBS reporter Gustavo Solis brings you the stories of several people who have been deported from the U.S. In other news, San Diego's premier rehab center for veterans is still under heavy scrutiny by lawmakers and oversight agencies. Plus, we have details on some weekend arts events worth checking out.