65° Mostly CloudyTrial Begins In Lawsuit Over Encinitas School District Yoga Class
Trial of a lawsuit that seeks to stop yoga instruction in the Encinitas Union School District got underway today in a San Diego courtroom.
Updated 5:07 p.m. PDT, Mon May 20, 2013
Latinos Hardest Hit By Community College Class Shortages
Latinos are a fast-growing portion of the California Community College student body, so the system's lack of space squeezes them most.
Obama Urges San Diegans To 'Call Out' Rep. Duncan Hunter On Climate Change Denial
Along with dozens of other Republican lawmakers, a local member of Congress is under fire from President Obama's non-profit over his global warming beliefs.
News & Analysis
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Myrtle Cole Hopes To Ride Supporters' Enthusiasm To City Council Seat
- May 20
San Diego City Council District 4 candidate Myrtle Cole has strong backing from a big group of political leaders, including Mayor Bob Filner and Congressman Juan Vargas.
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Dwayne Crenshaw Wants His Long District 4 History To Include Council Seat
- May 20
Dwayne Crenshaw, who is running to fill the City Council District 4 seat, touts his long history of living in and working for his district.
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Massive Tornado Hits Oklahoma, 20 Children Among 91 Killed
- May 20
A monstrous tornado at least a half-mile wide roared through the Oklahoma City suburbs Monday, flattening entire neighborhoods and destroying an elementary school with a direct blow as children and teachers huddled against winds up to 200 mph.
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South Bay Schools Select New Superintendent
- May 20
South Bay Union School District trustees have selected a Solana Beach administrator as the district's next superintendent.
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Arrest Made In Killing Of Southern California Army Veteran (Video)
- May 20
Maribel Ramos had served in the Army for eight years and was just weeks away from earning her degree at Cal State Fullerton when she went missing earlier this month. Her body was discovered late last week, and now her roommate has been arrested for her murder.
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Survey Shows Majority Of Experts Agree Humans Are Cause Of Climate Change
- May 20
- Midday Edition
- Evening Edition
This story was updated at 5:17 p.m.
Public opinion on climate change may still be divided but a new survey finds climate experts agree on the cause. They point to humans as the problem behind global warming. That validates research done nearly a decade ago by a University of California, San Diego professor who says the science has always backed up the effects of climate change.
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San Diego-Tijuana To Have Binational Youth Orchestra
- May 20
The San Diego-Tijuana region will soon have its first binational youth orchestra. Heightened border security and concerns about violence in Mexico can complicate such initiatives, but organizers say it’s worth the effort.
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In 'Stung,' Researcher Connects Jellyfish Blooms To Doomed Oceans
- May 20
- Midday Edition
- Evening Edition
This story was updated at 5:19 p.m.
In her new book, "Stung," researcher Lisa-ann Gershwin Ph.D., compares jellyfish to an angel of death whose presence in the ocean is causing destruction, death and disruption. And she says humans are contributing to the problem.
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Navy Dolphins Make Surprising Find Off Coronado Coast (Video)
- May 20
Two Navy dolphins trained to search for underwater explosives made a surprising discovery off the coast of Coronado. Using their keen dolphin sonar, "Ten" and "Spetz" found an extremely rare 19th century Howell torpedo.
Arts & Life
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San Diego-Tijuana To Have Binational Youth Orchestra
- May 20
The San Diego-Tijuana region will soon have its first binational youth orchestra. Heightened border security and concerns about violence in Mexico can complicate such initiatives, but organizers say it’s worth the effort.
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Joe Hill On His New Book 'NOS4A2'
- May 20
Horror writer Joe Hill's new novel, "NOS4A2," came out April 30. Listen to his full interview with KPBS arts reporter Beth Accomando.
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Review: 'The Iceman'
- May 18
“The Iceman” (opened May 17 at Landmark’s Hillcrest Cinemas) is based on real life contract killer Richard Kuklinski. The film is a showcase for actor Michael Shannon.
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Review: 'Kiss Of The Damned'
- May 17
If the French New Wave ever hooked up with Hammer Horror their bastard offspring might look like “Kiss of the Damned” (opening May 17 at Landmark’s La Jolla Village Theaters).
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Review: 'Pieta'
- May 17
The South Korean film "Pieta" (opening May 17 at Reading Gaslamp Stadium 15) had its San Diego premiere at Pac-Arts' Spring Showcase earlier this year. It now returns for a theatrical run.
Member Benefits
Chris Mann In Concert
Join or renew your membership and enjoy the benefits of being a KPBS member with tickets to special concerts and events. Watch Chris Mann perform live on Friday, June 28th, 2013 at Humphreys Concerts By the Bay.
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Join or renew at the $60 level or above and enjoy benefits at hundreds of restaurants and attractions with the myKPBS Savers Club. You'll receive discounts at community-minded locations, such as Fugu`s Sushi & Wok, located at 915 Pearl Street, La Jolla, offer valid for up to 20 percent (maximum discount $25).
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Straight No Chaser At Humphreys Concerts By The Bay
Join or renew your membership and enjoy the benefits of being a KPBS member with tickets to special concerts and events. Watch Straight No Chaser perform live in concert on Thursday, August 15, 2013 at Humphreys Concerts by the Bay.
Highlights
StoryCorps Military Voices Initiative: Share Your Story!
StoryCorps is partnering with KPBS and The USS Midway Museum to record, preserve, and share the stories of veterans, service members, and military families in San Diego, California from June 3 – June 22, 2013.
3rd Annual 'Swinging For Seany' Golf Tournament
With the event, the foundation hopes to raise awareness and funds for key research and life-enhancing programs for the kids. Players will compete in fun contests for exciting prizes such as a stay at Wynn Las Vegas and a year lease on a Porsche 911!
2013 Globe Honors And The Road To The Jimmy Awards
Globe Honors is an exciting competition that gives talented teens the opportunity to perform monologues, songs and (for technical theatre students) present portfolios.
San Diego Padres Vs. St. Louis Cardinals!
Come see the San Diego Padres play the St. Louis Cardinals at PETCO park located in downtown San Diego on May 20th, 21st & 22nd!
Upstart Crow Book Club: 'The Paris Wife' By Paula McLain
"The Paris Wife" captures a remarkable period of time and a love affair between two unforgettable people: Ernest Hemingway and his wife Hadley.
