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'55 and Still Alive:' Chicano Park commemorates over five decades of resilience
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We sit down with one of the original co-founders of Chicano Park ahead of the 55th annual Chicano Park Day commemoration this weekend. Also, how the anthology "Somos Xicanas" explores what it means to be Chicana today.
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We sit down with one of the original co-founders of Chicano Park ahead of the 55th annual Chicano Park Day commemoration this weekend. Also, how the anthology "Somos Xicanas" explores what it means to be Chicana today.
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1 This week in the arts: Black Pacific history, WOW Festival and San Diego book crawl 45:45
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A new exhibit displays Black Americans’ relationship to the Pacific Ocean between the 16th and 20th centuries. Then, we preview of the Without Walls Festival and the San Diego Book Crawl.
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1 How San Diego County behavioral health has changed 45:40
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The past five years have been a period of transformation, changing how San Diego County treats San Diegans struggling with mental illness, substance abuse and homelessness.
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1 Climate leaders in San Diego react to federal threats 40:00
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On Earth Day, we sit down with local climate leaders to discuss federal threats to nonprofit status and funding.
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1 Celebrating Indigenous art and culture in Escondido 45:40
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The first annual Southern California Indigenous Culture and Art Festival is coming up in Escondido. Plus, where to find the best in Asian cinema and your weekend preview.
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1 '55 and Still Alive:' Chicano Park commemorates over five decades of resilience 46:00
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We discuss what could follow Monday's 5.2 magnitude earthquake, and how to be prepared for the next one that shakes San Diego.
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We discuss the daily challenges of living with long COVID, five years since the onset of the pandemic.
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1 Exploring rental subsidies and shared housing in San Diego 32:06
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A local rental subsidy program is showing promise for older residents trying to stay in their homes. And, a local nonprofit explores the shared housing model.
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A new children's book uses plants to promote messages of self love and body positivity.
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1 Supporting survivors of sexual assault in San Diego 32:40
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The National Institutes of Health cut funding for research on intimate partner violence and pregnancy. Plus, how San Diego-based groups are supporting survivors of sexual violence.
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1 What losing funding means for local libraries and museums 27:30
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Leaders of cultural institutions warn that cutting federal funding could mean losing valuable, accessible programs.
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We discuss how San Diegans will feel the impacts of President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.
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1 This week in the arts: San Diego Writers Festival, Arab Film Fest and 'The Finest' podcast 45:50
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Writer Katie Manning will be one of the featured poets at this year's San Diego Writers Festival. Plus, a preview of the San Diego Arab Film Fest. And KPBS debuts its arts and culture podcast, "The Finest," with an episode on a beloved tea shop.
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1 Parenting and adulthood: Where's the manual? 46:20
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On Midday Edition, we explore how to navigate parenting, work life and the difficult transition to adulthood.
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1 Chef Roberto Alcocer of Valle on his culinary journey 44:55
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1 Longtime voice of San Diego sports signs off 18:20
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After more than 40 years, the longtime radio voice for the San Diego Padres, San Diego State Aztecs and more has called his final game. As the San Diego Padres prepare for the opening of the 2025 season, Ted Leitner shares what moments have stayed with him over the decades, and the relationship he’s built with San Diego sports fans along the way.…
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1 San Diego woman honored for domestic violence work 11:00
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Cori Austin was one of the city of San Diego's "Women of Distinction" honorees this year. She leads the Center for Community Solutions, which provides services to survivors of intimate partner violence.
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1 Local jurists fear for free speech amid protestor arrest 45:55
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On Midday Edition, we speak with local attorneys about federal threats against freedom of speech on college campuses, following the arrest of Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil.
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1 How NIH cuts could impact medical research in San Diego 44:40
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The National Institutes of Health fund a majority of the medical research across the country. We look at how cuts to that funding could affect the biomedical sciences in San Diego County.
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1 Pianist Omar Sosa says 'jazz is a philosophy' 45:40
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Grammy Award-nominated pianist Omar Sosa joins Midday Edition ahead of his San Diego debut. Plus, a new "Doctor Who" exhibit and your weekend arts preview.
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1 March Madness is back for SDSU women's basketball 11:40
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The San Diego State University women’s basketball team is back in the NCAA basketball tournament for the first time since 2012. We hear from guards Meghan Fiso and Kaelyn Hamilton about their memorable season, as well as how they manage the ups and downs that come from being a college basketball player.…
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The 32nd annual San Diego Latino Film Festival kicks off Wednesday and runs through Sunday. This year's festival highlights films from over 20 countries throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. On Midday Edition Wednesday, we hear about some of the films featured, as well as other events highlighting Latinx music and culture at this year's festival.…
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Nan Sterman joined Midday Edition to answer listener questions all about spring gardening.
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This month marks 5 years since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. We hear about the latest research from Dr. Eric Topol and dive into the realities of living with long COVID.
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A new book from local award-winning author Matt de la Peña asks readers to think about the idea of "home" a little differently. Plus, a preview of the San Diego Latino Film Festival. We end the show with a look ahead at things to do in San Diego this weekend.
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1 San Diego refugee providers respond to Trump's policies 46:01
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KPBS Midday Edition unpacks how President Trump's decisions to halt the U.S. refugee resettlement program and federal funding affect San Diego.
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1 The race for District 1 County Supervisor begins 31:20
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South Bay voters will cast their ballots in an upcoming special primary election. We hear about the top candidates and issues on top of voters' minds. Plus, what this election could mean for the balance of power on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors.
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1 How San Diegans are honoring International Women's Day and the arts this weekend 46:15
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The San Diego community center Centro Cultural de la Raza on Saturday will host its International Women's Day event, where attendees plans to raise awareness about gender-based violence against immigrants. Then, a cabaret show with two pop culture icons. And your weekend preview.
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1 What pet owners need to know about bird flu 12:00
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A San Diego County house cat who died in January tested positive for bird flu after eating raw pet food. What can animal lovers do to better protect themselves and their pets?
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Three months into Prop 36, penalties for certain drug and theft offenses come with increased jail time. So, what's been the outcome so far?
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The Department of Education’s two-week deadline for K-12 schools and universities to end DEI programs has passed. We unpack the legalities and the potential impact on education across the state.
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1 Courtney Carver explores what it means to live gently in new book 46:00
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Carver's latest book, "Gentle: Rest More, Stress Less, and Live the Life You Actually Want" dives into the importance of rest and self-care. Plus, our Midday Movies critics highlight Black women on the screen and behind the camera. And finally, your Weekend Arts Preview.
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1 Building generational wealth for Black San Diegans 16:20
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For decades, Pamela Gray Payton has been leading efforts to develop economic resiliency within Black communities in San Diego.
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1 Rep. Mike Levin responds to Trump, House Republicans 24:00
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U.S. Rep. Mike Levin responds to Trump's first month of executive actions and support by House Republicans.
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1 Two-time National Book Award winner Jesmyn Ward comes to annual writer's symposium 23:00
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Award-winning American author Jesmyn Ward is appearing at the 30th Annual Writer's Symposium by the Sea on Wednesday. On Midday Edition Tuesday, she shares how she found a passion for literature and how her upbringing in Mississippi has shaped her work.
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