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Identities are complicated, messy and often incredibly personal. San Diegans weigh in on how they identify and their thoughts on the term Latinx. Meanwhile, a report released Thursday by a Yale University-based research organization found distinct racial disparities in police contacts in San Diego. Plus, how the Angelika Film Center is doing as pandemic restrictions ease, along with our weekend ar...

A new housing development going up near Balboa Park is a preview of the city’s "Complete Communities" program, meant to incentivize the construction of affordable housing. Meanwhile, as San Diego employers struggle to fill jobs, it seems employees have gained the upper hand in this post-pandemic job market. Plus, how will our beloved pets adjust to us returning to the office?

“The Grand State Reopening” kicked off yesterday and much of San Diego rejoiced. But public health officials are warning that the pandemic still isn’t over. Meanwhile, a grassroots organization called “Let Oceanside Vote,” is collecting signatures to recall Kori Jensen, the Council member for District 1 in Oceanside. Plus, can the movie ‘In The Heights’ change Hollywood’s racial landscape?

Many in San Diego County have chosen to not get a COVID-19 vaccine. But there are a few among us who desperately want to be vaccinated, but can’t due to medical issues. Meanwhile, The San Diego City Council unanimously voted on Monday to pass Mayor Todd Gloria's roughly $4.6 billion proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022. Plus, summer camp is making a comeback.

Veterans who commit crimes are often deported if they don’t have US citizenship. Many are now looking at the Biden administration for a chance to return. Meanwhile, a new analysis finds the recall election aimed at Governor Gavin Newsom will cost California counties $215 million. Plus, the problem with gun restraining orders is a lot of people, even police, don't understand them and don't know how...

Demands for police reform in San Diego continue as a prominent civil rights leader at The People's Association for Justice Advocates says their organization will soon put out policy suggestions on reforms, including how to better account for use-of-force complaints. Meanwhile, an altercation between sheriffs deputies and Black Lives Matter protestors occurred in Imperial Beach. Plus, we’ll have a...

San Diego has reported the first person to die of COVID-19 after being fully vaccinated. This so-called “breakthrough” case was a 70-year old woman who had "many underlying health conditions." Meanwhile, Rady Children's officials are seeing a 25 percent increase in mental health emergency room visits. They’re attributing the increase to the adverse effects of the pandemic, both directly and indire...

15 months into the pandemic, San Diego has moved into California’s least restrictive yellow Covid-19 tier, opening up bars and restaurants to bigger crowds. And, a grassroots non-profit called Breakfast Block works to feed, clothe and provide other essential items to San Diego's growing unsheltered population. It was founded early this year by a woman who lost her job in the pandemic. Plus, change...

The Building Industry Association of San Diego County announced last week it was hiring Lori Holt Pfeiler, an affordable housing developer, as its next chief executive, making her the first woman to lead the main lobbying organization for local developers. Meanwhile, San Diego County Supervisors Nathan Fletcher and Nora Vargas outlined the details of their proposed Office of Immigrant and Refugee...

Mayor Todd Gloria decried a nationwide epidemic in gun violence on Friday, but he and other leaders offered differing solutions. Meanwhile, as the pandemic restrictions ease, airlines are eyeing San Diego. Plus, an examination of San Diego’s spending on outside agencies that handle public relations and social media.

The San Diego Police Department released new procedures this week for interactions between police and transgender and nonbinary people. Meanwhile, security cameras are poised to go up all over downtown Oceanside. Plus, a look at the San Diego Arab Film Festival and our KPBS Weekend Arts Preview.

Some asylum-seekers are finally making it into the United States after months waiting in Mexico. Meanwhile, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria announces his ‘Parks For All of Us” initiative. Plus, what you need to know about changes to San Diego’s recycling program starting next year.

The nursing home industry is pushing a plan to have state public health inspectors double as advisors for the industry in an effort to improve care. Critics argue such a plan would weaken oversight, detracting from the inspectors watchdog role. Meanwhile, state lawmakers are considering reducing how many out-of-state and international students are admitted into the University of California system....

Monday was the last day for small business owners to apply for a federal Paycheck Protection Program, or PPP loans. The loans were part of the third round of federal aid aimed at giving businesses owned by people of color, and those in lower income neighborhoods better access to funding. Meanwhile, La Mesa is commemorating the anniversary of a major protest against police violence and racial injus...

The long-term growth strategy of the regional planning agency tries to balance future transportation needs with climate change reduction goals. But–with no plan to widen freeways–It's already facing political opposition. Meanwhile, can businesses require you to show proof of vaccination? Plus, a feature on a local Japanese farming family that has persevered and thrived here despite legal barriers,...

San Diego Authorities expect the beaches to be mobbed this memorial day weekend -- so be prepared for crowds and get there early to find parking. Meanwhile, a new report finds that more than 100,000 Californians don’t have access to affordable housing and local housing advocates are calling on the state to help preserve affordable housing. Plus, the department of veterans affairs is reopening vete...

San Diego City has approved hundreds of outdoor dining permits since the pandemic began. Despite a big loss in parking across the city, the program appears to have widespread support. Meanwhile, the Chula Vista city council voted Tuesday to permanently remove a controversial statue at Discovery Park. Plus, an update on the situation with the cyber attack at Scripps Health.

The San Diego City Council approved a new franchise agreement with SDG&E, despite many critics who said the deal did not do enough to hold the utility accountable. Meanwhile, San Diego County is spearheading efforts to help vaccinate workers employed in Baja California. Plus, a closer look at who's being allowed into the US and who is chosen to remain in Mexico.

It’s been one year since the killing of George Floyd -- what’s happened to police reform in San Diego since then? Meanwhile, across San Diego school officials say there will be a return to normalcy in the fall. Plus, the Yellow Whistle Campaign, a nationwide effort to stand in solidarity with the Asian community, has made its way to Mira Mesa.

The town of Julian is now the second in the state to receive recognition as an official Dark Sky Community. The town worked for the honor by reducing outdoor light pollution. Meanwhile, as the pandemic world shifted schools and shopping and everything else online, San Diego’s Refugee population, with limited access to the internet, were left in a tight spot. Plus, a skin condition that’s common am...

An Instagram page reposting stories of women’s experience of sexism within the craft brew industry rocks San Diego’s own craft brew scene. Meanwhile, there’s been another deadly maritime human smuggling operation, this time near La Jolla. Plus, the impacts of the upcoming Mexican Elections are felt in San Diego.

Over 400 cruise ship crew members received their vaccinations this week due to a partnership between the Port of San Diego and Sharp HealthCare . Meanwhile, activists were disappointed by Mayor Todd Gloria's latest revised budget proposal that keeps police funding where it was before. And, the Quinceaneras industry had a tough pandemic year, but now there’s finally hope of a comeback.

There could be as many as half a million stray cats on county streets, according to the San Diego Humane Society. Feral cats are spayed or neutered and then released by the humane society -- and that program has recently expanded, despite critics. Meanwhile, annual inspections of nursing homes by the California Department of Public Health have resumed after being suspended in March of 2020, at the...

Thousands of troops were expelled from military service for being gay before Congress changed the “don’t ask don’t tell” law in 2011. Though many still don't qualify for federal veterans benefits, they now can receive state benefits in New York, Colorado, and other states. Plus, keep that mask on: San Diego County will follow the state's lead and wait until June 15 lift any mask mandates. And...th...

Allowing one cycle of female recruits to graduate from traditionally all-male San Diego is only the first step to fulfilling a Congressional mandate. Meanwhile, the Navy envisions a row of high rise, mixed-use buildings with a new transit hub on its 70-acre campus in San Diego’s Midway District. Plus, the CDC says fully vaccinated people can ditch the mask and resume all indoor and outdoor activit...