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The rape allegations that have emerged from a Cornell University frat house are leading many women to remember their own experiences — and call for a wider reckoning over sexual violence.
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Physics Girl spent years explaining the mysteries of the universe. Then she became the mystery herself. Dianna Cowern and her husband, Kyle Kitzmiller, share what happened when a devastating illness changed their lives and doctors couldn't explain why.
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Launched in 2025, the Native American Studies Model Curriculum has free lesson plans and teaching materials for elementary, middle and high school. -
Ben Lacy/KPBSThe utility's Emergency Operations Center is monitoring the extreme heat, high winds, and severe wildfire conditions and will continue to de- energize equipment for safety as conditions warrant -
Ten years of Chicano Skatepark; a big night at Bread & Salt; Indigenous art in Escondido; an LGBTQ+ reading and dance party; COMPRESSED Zine & Music Fair; "Dear Evan Hansen" at Cygnet Theatre; Sidro Saturdays and more. -
Bennett LacyIn the first game of the NWSL’s Friday lineup, the San Diego Wave beat the Orlando Pride 2-1. The Wave became the second team to clinch a playoff spot with the win, joining Gotham. -
KPBSIn-depth explanations of California ballot Proposition 5, including pros and cons, endorsements and key arguments to help voters make informed decisions. -
KPBSIn-depth explanations of California ballot Proposition 2, including pros and cons, endorsements and key arguments to help voters make informed decisions.
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HBO's War is intended to be an anthology series about two dueling London law firms. The first season stars Dominic West and Sienna Miller as a high-profile couple in the midst of a very nasty divorce. -
Beloved for its dinosaurs, Philadelphia's storied Academy of Natural Sciences closed down this week, amid an intense fight by local residents, politicians and scientists to save it. -
When the 2025 conclave began, no one expected an American pope. But by its end, Cardinal Robert Prevost had become Pope Leo. Here's a look behind the scenes.
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A KPBS investigation earlier this year found the nonprofit owner of the Imperial Regional Detention Facility had avoided millions in taxes by operating as a charity. -
Many now find themselves without the ability to work legally and are at risk of detention and deportation.
Inside the effort to bring Mexican gray wolves back from the brink
How a beloved South Bay film lab found a new home
Can Garbage Pail Kids be considered high art?
After Trump ends protected status, San Diego’s Haitian community is struggling to adapt
Why are people sharing their deepest trauma with this comedian?
Remembering Jimmie Lew, the heart of Lew's Market
How accurate is ‘The Pitt’? San Diego ER workers react
Inside the push to support student parents at San Diego City College
He survived 6 combat deployments after 9/11
This virtual tour lets everyone see La Jolla's underwater park
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Angelika Film Center's annual Hitchcocktober Film Series puts the master of suspense's best films on the big screen in October. -
First, California now has a statewide guide on how to teach Native American history and culture. Next, we’ll tell you about a ballot measure that’s being pitched as a way to bring more accountability to our county’s government. Then, a bill was signed that makes compact, balcony solar panels legal. Also, another lawsuit has been filed against a proposed development in Emerald Hills. And, some weekend event ideas for you and yours happening around the county this weekend.
