A new California law makes it a crime to loiter with the intent to buy sex. Before it passed, critics warned of racial bias. San Diego police data might be proving that true.
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First, new details are emerging around May’s attack on the Islamic Center of San Diego. Also, San Diego County could start treating Mexican sewage that spills into the Tijuana River. Then, a bill to regulate how human remains are disposed might just be crucial to the future of the Midway Rising project. And, a new state law passed despite warnings of racial bias.
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NOAAForecasters said the chances of the storm directly striking Southern California remain "very low," although rain, high surf and other impacts are increasingly likely over the Labor Day weekend. -
Manuel Orbegozo/CalMattersThe lame-duck governor’s penchant for pushing last-minute demands on California’s Legislature didn’t work out as it has in years past. -
New information about the San Diego Islamic Center shooting reveals other San Diego places of worship and students were also targets. -
In a tentative decision Monday, Judge L. Brooks Anderholt indicated that he was considering overturning a Board of Supervisors’ decision to green light the 950,000-square foot complex.
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Looking up at this 18th century building, it became clear the British didn't only bring their architectural style to India. They also took some of India's style home. -
KPBS Midday EditionA new crime thriller by a fomer professional football player explores a different side of San Diego, away from what the public usually sees. We speak with author Andre Hardy about what led him from the gridiron to the written word, and how his San Diego upbringing informs his work. -
Make Cafe is a farm-to-table small business. Students come from around the globe.
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The law, signed by President Trump in January 2025, requires immigrants accused of certain crimes to be detained, even if they aren’t charged or convicted. -
The district’s board majority wants to spend nearly $3.9 million on stipends for coaches and athletic directors, among other things. Last year, they eliminated all teacher librarian positions, citing a budget deficit and enrollment decline.
Trump Administration funding cuts threatens crisis scientific research program with aquatic robots.
Despite Iran war challenges, beard crackdown remains Pentagon priority
E-bike bans or better bike lanes? San Diego experts weigh in
Why this 1857 adobe house is still standing
Local artist and designer blends Filipino and Mexican cultures into streetwear
Listening room holds space for music, liberation and community
We paid a visit to the father of Balboa Park: George Marston
After budget cuts last year, Grossmont Union School Board approves millions in new athletics funding
‘Something’s got to be done’: Challenging SDG&E on behalf of ratepayers
Why Funerals Can Cost More Than $10,000
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New research shows that California's 800-mile fault line is under its highest stress level in 1,000 years. We talk about what a major earthquake could mean for San Diego and how to prepare for a potential disaster. -
A North Carolina teenager is facing murder charges in connection with the Islamic Center shooting in May. We sit down with Imam Taha Hassane to talk about how the community is reacting.
