This film takes an in-depth look at machismo in rap music and hip-hop culture -- where creative genius, poetic beauty and mad beats collide with misogyny, violence and homophobia.

Is confirmed bachelor Mr. Knightley secretly courting demure Jane Fairfax (Laura Pyper), recipient of a piano from a mysterious benefactor? Meanwhile, Emma, too, feels the unfamiliar tug of romance — in the direction of dashing Frank Churchill (Rupert Evans).

Winter storms have bolstered the Sierra snowpack and started to replenish California's water supply, but officials said Friday that may not mean much for farms and cities.

The U.S. Society for Professional Journalists has joined a chorus of journalism and human rights groups that are calling on Mexican authorities to fully investigate crimes against reporters. The groups say Mexico is one of the world's most dangerous places for reporters.

Toyota executives have been virtually silent amid a recall of millions of their cars because gas pedals can become dangerously stuck. For their customers, oh, what a feeling - fear, frustration, confusion and anger.

It took a Kansas jury on Friday just 37 minutes to find Scott Roeder guilty of first-degree murder and aggravated assault in the shooting of Dr. George Tiller. The prosecution said all along that this was a clear-cut murder case, and the defendant even admitted the crime.

What made America? What makes us? These two questions are at the heart of the PBS series FACES OF AMERICA. Harvard scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr. turns to the latest tools of genealogy and genetics to explore the family histories of 12 renowned Americans. Among Gates’ guests are comedian Stephen Colbert; journalist Malcolm Gladwell; musician Yo-Yo Ma; director Mike Nichols; Queen Noor of Jordan; heart surgeon Mehmet Oz, M.D.; multi-award winning-actor Meryl Streep; and former Olympic champion figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi.

In early America, anthropology zeroed in on supposed correlations between anatomical features and assumed behaviors of various races. Then came Melville J. Herskovits.

In honor of Black History Month, President and Mrs. Obama are hosting a concert in the White House East Room.

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger's proposed budget would eliminate state funding for adult day health care services beginning in March. Operators of the programs are trying to fight back.

The San Diego County health department has stopped issuing weekly swine flu updates, in another sign of waning flu activity.

To illuminate the largely untold experiences of African Americans in the United States’ armed forces, this special serves up history, from as far back as the Revolutionary War to the conflict in Afghanistan.

As executive director of Somali Family Service, Ahmed Sahid works to help Somali and other East African refugees and immigrants build self-sufficiency and decrease their dependence on public assistance in the United States.

Active community leader Randy K. Jones is an attorney with two decades of experience in federal criminal litigation and government law. He’s a rare lawyer, who brings dedication to law, a broad national and international perspective, and a life-long commitment to making a positive difference in the world to the versatile role of today’s legal professional.

The economy grew faster than expected at the end of last year, the strongest evidence yet that the recession is likely over. But economists say the numbers are still mixed and that unemployment continues to weigh on any recovery.

Irma Cota, MPH, is the president and chief executive officer of North County Health Services, a non-profit, community organization that operates 11 health clinics to serve northern San Diego County residents.

Writer and cultural anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston was successful in many areas, yet her words and conclusions were often surrounded by contention.

KPBS Metro Reporter Katie Orr tells us about the history of downtown San Diego and what's in store.

We discuss how plans for the Sunrise Powerlink project are coordinated with other planned state energy projects by the California Independent System Operator.

"When in Rome" (opening January 29 throughout San Diego) is being pitched as a goofy, magical romantic comedy that will cast a spell on you. Don't believe it!

Should a wind farm be built in rural southeastern San Diego County? KPBS Environment Reporter Ed Joyce has the story.

KPBS Arts producer and Culture Lust blogger Angela Carone talks with Morning Edition hosts Dwane Brown and Pamela Davis about Museum Month in February and two new plays on San Diego stages.

The California Supreme Court dismissed conflict-of-interest charges against five former city pension board members. We discuss the court ruling and how this will impact San Diego.

President Barack Obama discussed the need for more job creation, and more bipartisanship in Washington, D.C. during his first State of the Union address. What were the key elements of the speech, and did the president inspire Republicans and Democrats to do a better job of working together?

The California Supreme Court dismissed conflict-of-interest charges against five former San Diego retirement board officials early this week. How might the state Supreme Court's ruling impact future conflict-of-interest cases involving public officials?

San Diego was one of only four large metro areas in the nation to see an increase in home prices late last year. Why is the local housing market improving in San Diego, while home prices are declining around the rest of the country?

Defense contractors, large and small, had a chance to demonstrate their latest products this week at an exposition on Camp Pendleton. The displays included the latest weaponry, but also the latest gadgets to help Marines survive and thrive on the battlefield.