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Massive Tornado Hits Oklahoma, At Least 24 Killed
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 ...
Mexico Now A Latin American Leader In Tech Services
In the last decade Mexico’s tech industry has flourished, growing three times faster than the global average. Most of that growth is fueled by demand from the United States. But without certain reforms Mexico’s progress can only go so far.
News & Analysis
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Navy-Trained Dolphins Find Rare Torpedo Off San Diego Coast
- May 21
Navy-trained dolphins have discovered a rare 19th-century torpedo off San Diego's coast.
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San Diego County Grand Jury Says City Should Independently Monitor Groundwater Contamination
- May 20
Grand jury's report is the product of an inquiry into the effects of numerous oil spills from the Mission Valley Terminal just north of Qualcomm Stadium.
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Trial Begins In Lawsuit Over Encinitas School District Yoga Class
- May 20
Trial of a lawsuit that seeks to stop yoga instruction in the Encinitas Union School District got underway today in a San Diego courtroom.
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Obama Urges San Diegans To 'Call Out' Rep. Duncan Hunter On Climate Change Denial
- May 20
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.
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National Guard Uses Thermal Imaging In Search For Oklahoma Tornado Victims (Video)
- May 21
More than 240 members of the Oklahoma National Guard are scouring the devastation for signs of life in Moore, Oklahoma, where a deadly tornado virtually flattened the town and killed at least 24 people - seven of them children.
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San Diego Agrees To Pay Boy Hit By City Trash Truck
- May 21
San Diego has agreed to pay $18.5 million to a boy who lost a leg when he was struck by a city trash truck.
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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
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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.
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.
myKPBS Savers Club
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).
myKPBS Film Club
Indulge your love of the big screen. From film screenings to giveaways, movie passes, and special offers, you'll feel like you’re walking the red carpet at the Oscars when you join the myKPBS Film Club! Your Film Club benefits will be active as long as you remain a KPBS member. Register now for myKPBS and sign up for the Film Club e-mail list to get announcements of upcoming offers.
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.
Free LGBT & Allies Career & Professional Networking Night
Equality Professionals Network (EPN), a group of over 125 Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Business and Corporate Professionals and their Allies will hold the First Annual Career and Professional Networking Night on May 21st.
XXII La Jolla Energy Conference: May 20-22, 2013
Each May, for twenty-two years, the Institute of the Americas has convened a high-level hemispheric energy summit known as “The La Jolla Conference.” Recognized as the most significant meeting of its kind, it is the Institute’s signature event.
Globe Guilders Fashion Show
This year’s show will once again feature Naeem Khan, one of the most sought-after fashion designers in the world. The event will include a champagne reception and live and silent auctions followed by a seated luncheon and a fashion show.
Buzz Aldrin Book Signing
Buzz and co-author Leonard David will be signing their new book “Mission to Mars: My Vision for Space Exploration.” Copies of Buzz’s children’s book “Look to the Stars,” is also available for purchase.
