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Title 42 had been set to expire on Monday. Immigration advocates and lawyers decry a judge’s ruling that’s keeping the policy in effect. Also, some San Diego County supervisors are voicing their support for abortion rights. Plus, five months ago California launched a program to help low-income Californians eliminate asthma triggers in their homes. Families are still struggling to get access to tho...

A judge stopped the Biden Administration from ending Title 42. It was set to expire today. Also, the U.S. Supreme Court is taking up a case involving job protections for National Guard members and reservists. Plus, discovering a “living fossil.”

The race for San Diego’s City Council District 2 seat will be one of the most competitive local races in the June primary. Meanwhile, results are in from San Diego’s most recent point in time homeless count. Plus, the Carlsbad 5000 race returns to San Diego this weekend.

Chula Vista will have a new mayor for the first time since 2014. KPBS introduces you to some of the candidates. Meanwhile, there’s still some available means to find baby formula in San Diego amidst a nationwide shortage. Plus, bike to work day returns to San Diego County.

After more than a decade, San Diego County is getting a new Sheriff. We’ll bring you profiles of three candidates. Meanwhile, SDG&E has begun the official process to increase rates for gas and electricity. Plus, the pandemic may be changing the way large buildings are designed in California.

After the racist attack in Buffalo, and a recent stabbing of a Black teen in Lakeside, San Diego residents held a vigil on Monday standing up against racist hate. Also, the LGBT Community Center in Hillcrest has reopened after shutting its doors at the start of the pandemic. Plus, carbon capture technology has gained status with the United Nations and in California’s plans to cut greenhouse gas em...

Chinese-American parents of the San Dieguito Union High School District are divided in their reactions to the recent racially inflammatory comments made by the district’s superintendent. Meanwhile, the director of the UC San Diego breast milk bank warns against buying breast milk on Facebook amid the nationwide shortage of baby formula. Plus, Katya Echazarreta will soon be the first Mexican-born w...

All law enforcement agencies in San Diego will now be able to refer mental health crisis calls to county-sponsored teams who are trained to handle mental health emergencies. Meanwhile, Mayor Todd Gloria focuses on major investments in water, sewer and stormwater infrastructure in his latest budget proposal. Plus, the San Diego Italian Film Festival celebrates the life and legacy of its late founde...

San Diego housing prices are the highest they have ever been. How did we get to now? And how do we cope? Also, COVID-19 cases are on the rise nationally and in San Diego County. We’ll bring you the latest on the surge. Plus, Barrio Logan has a new center for the arts.

Abortion clinics in Mexico are already seeing patients from the U.S. With the current turmoil over Roe v. Wade, clinics there are expecting to see even more cross-border patients. Meanwhile, San Diego County Board of Supervisors Chairman Nathan Fletcher has a proposal for city leaders countywide: you provide the shelter space and the county will offer onsite mental health services and public benef...

We’ll have an explainer on why the June 7th primary ballot will look a little unique this election. Meanwhile, travelers crossing from San Diego County into the Tijuana International Airport via the Cross Border Express bridge will experience an all new $100 million facility. Plus, wearable monitors can test for glucose, lactate and blood alcohol. Scientists say that’s just for starters.

A review of more than 100 exemption requests on religious grounds from San Diego Police Department staffers, found many of them were identical to each other and appeared to be copied and pasted from the internet. Meanwhile, the city council reviewed the mayor’s proposed police budget on Friday. The meeting was overshadowed by personal attacks from the police union. Plus, California is one of the t...

State lawmakers have been speaking out in support of abortion rights. We speak to one of the lawmakers at the forefront, State Senate president Toni Atkins from San Diego. Meanwhile, COVID-19 cases are rising in San Diego and the county is working to make sure COVID-19 treatments are getting used. Plus, a new KPBS documentary series called "Out of the Boondocks" explores the complexity of the Fili...

Homelessness in Downtown San Diego doubled last year, now an SDSU professor and his students are asking those living on the streets what it is they need. Meanwhile, San Diego abortion clinics are preparing for a future influx of patients from out of state. Also, a study called “Power Mom” is using wearable technology to gather data on pregnant women in an effort to promote maternal health and comb...

San Diego is getting closer to choosing a developer to build much-needed housing on the Sports Arena property, but the developer with the project that would build the most housing may not be chosen. Meanwhile, North County’s transit agency is asking for proposals to build mixed use developments at two transit stations in Carlsbad. Plus, what’s at stake for the Navy with the upcoming Top Gun: Maver...

Scripps Mercy Hospital’s Director of Trauma Surgery talks about the impact of an increase in injuries at the border wall. Also, undocumented Californians 50 and older became eligible for Medi-Cal on Sunday. Plus, San Diego Unified is facing a renewed challenge to its vaccination mandate that begins this summer.

Hate crimes are on the rise in San Diego, but without evidence proving motive, such crimes are hard to prosecute. That's why the county is teaching 911 dispatchers the role they can play in gathering key evidence. Also, San Diego’s already bleak childcare landscape could get even worse as provider’s struggle to make money. Plus, San Diego public transit is getting an influx of federal money thanks...

Hundreds of San Diegans are being evicted regardless of their ability to pay rent. Meanwhile, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria says he’s committed to installing bike lanes in the city, despite local opposition. Plus, California has kept new regulations for its rooftop solar market a closely guarded secret.

Despite promises of reform, migrants in Tijuana struggle to find legal representation and live in fear of being robbed and assaulted in Mexico, say migrants and their advocates. Meanwhile, a San Diego City Council committee on Wednesday endorsed updated regulations for dockless scooters and bikes to crack down on unsafe riding and parking habits. Plus, what little is known about long covid is that...

Mexican officials say delays in policy changes and poor communication have created unnecessary problems. Meanwhile, Chula Vista took steps this week to create policy to protect the privacy of its residents. Also, novelist Don Winslow announces he’s retiring from writing.

The new program is meant to streamline the refugee process for Ukrainians, but it also prevents Ukrainians already in Mexico from walking across the border. Also, the “Fat Leonard” case hits a snag that could trigger a mistrial. Plus, the Navy's COVID-19 vaccine policy has some religious advocates worried.

A new poll finds 80% of Gen Z youth feel anxious and overwhelmed about climate change. Also, San Diego is falling short of its goals to generate zero waste by 2040. Plus, students at Jacobs High Tech High in Liberty Station are using woodwork to learn about science and humanities.

Just five months into the job, San Dieguito Union High School District’s superintendent has been put on administrative leave after making racially biased comments. Meanwhile, today is Earth day and there are clean up and environmental volunteer efforts and events planned all weekend. Plus, paid hands-on experience comes through a restaurant, urban garden and a catering company called MAKE Projects...

San Diego Sheriff’s Department officials faced community outrage Tuesday in the wake of an alleged stabbing of a 16-year-old Black girl by a white boy, who is also 16, over the weekend in Lakeside. Also, the head of the VA was in San Diego Wednesday. Plus, researchers look to San Diego’s wetlands for answers to climate change.

The state corrections board found San Diego’s probation department in violation of state regulations meant to protect juveniles. Meanwhile, a Chula Vista outreach group is making a street medicine team to serve the health needs of unhoused South Bay residents. Plus, La Jolla Playhouse returns to a live, in-person Without Walls Festival starting Thursday.