When climate scientists talked recently about their latest research on global warming, they also responded to questions about the politics surrounding climate change.
Government officials overseeing the construction of a "virtual fence" along the 2,000-mile U.S.-Mexico border hope to turn over the first segment to the Border Patrol in January, while beginning construction on a second stretch in coming weeks.
President Obama is expected to outline his plan for the war in Afghanistan Tuesday night. We speak to NPR White House correspondent Scott Horsley on the president's options for the war, the health care debate and a jobs.
Scientists from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography plan to present their latest research at the Copenhagen Climate Change Summit.
Due to the continuing wildfire threat, San Diego-area emergency crews will have access to a large water-dropping aircraft until mid- December, a fire department spokesman said today.
The San Diego Chargers are one of the hottest teams in the NFL. Joining us on Morning Edition is North County Times sports columnist Jay Paris.
The State of California has still not followed a federal judge's order to stop cuts to an in-home care program for the elderly and disabled. Judge Claudia Wilken cited the state two weeks ago for contempt.
San Diego County public school students posted slight gains on a state physical fitness test compared to last year, but the majority are still considered out-of-shape.
A study of large urban areas in the U.S. shows immigrants make up 28 percent of the San Diego workforce.
Two significant events next month could change the political landscape of the city of Oceanside. Currently, fiscal conservatives have a 3-to-2 majority on the city council, but that could change.
For those interested less in the shopping and more in the glow of the holiday season, here's more on where and when to see Christmas tree lights.
We'll talk about the movies that are opening this Thanksgiving weekend, including the new animated film from Wes Anderson, the much-talked about "Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire," and an independent film starring Woody Harreson as a soldier who notifies families who have lost a loved one in Iraq or Afghanistan.
Are you hosting Thanksgiving this year? Will 20 relatives be roaming around your house waiting to taste the turkey or the pumpkin pie? Well we have two of San Diego's premiere chefs in studio to answer your cooking questions and put any hosting anxieties to rest. We'll talk turkey, stuffing, gravy, potatoes and pie today on These Days.
Are the Chargers in the AFC West driver's seat after their victory over the Broncos this weekend? Is the frequent turnover of athletic directors at SDSU the norm for universities of that size? And, what are the chances that hometown hero Adrian Gonzalez will be traded by the Padres this offseason? We speak to longtime San Diego sports talk show host, Lee "Hacksaw" Hamilton, about the top local sports stories.
Animator Mike Salva, who showed "Max the Hero" this past July at the Comic-Con International Film Festival, talks about his new short film "Death Row Diet" (you can watch the video on my blog).
Project Envision explores issues that affect those living and working in San Diego County. Hosted by Joanne Faryon, the Project Envision team sheds light on local concerns through extensive research and personal storytelling. You learn what's happening and why it’s happening. But we won't tell you what to think; we'll give you the facts and analysis that help you make informed choices.
Dr. James S. Gordon teaches techniques for overcoming depression, stress and anxiety. His UNSTUCK techniques help people discover the true joys in life.
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December 1, 2009 at 7:30 p.m.
Birch North Park Theatre
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