After her dreams of becoming a doctor were denied, one California woman is working to make the profession more accessible to those with disabilities.
MORE STORIES
-
He then decided to split the grant funding with the other nine finalists, taking just $10,000 for Project Street Vet, an Encinitas-based nonprofit that helps people experiencing homelessness care for their pets by providing free veterinary care, treatment and support. -
Homelessness advocates recommend calling the county’s 211 hotline to double-check which shelters are open before showing up. -
With the help of state grant funds, the city has removed longstanding homeless encampments in a heavily impacted part of the East Village neighborhood, Mayor Todd Gloria announced Wednesday. -
Why did the homelessness crisis become more dire in 2023, even as the Legislature passed more affordable housing laws? Home prices and rents are still increasing. -
The Census Bureau has proposed changing how it produces data about people with disabilities. It could reduce the national rate of disability by about 40%. That's sparked controversy among advocates. -
The council awarded the funds as part of the Transformative Climate Communities grant to help fund climate-resilient projects. -
Whether you're in your 30s, 40s, 50s or beyond, we all notice the effects of getting older. What are you doing now to set yourself up for a long and healthy life? Share your story and advice. -
San Diego, for instance, has several male-dominated military bases, which is reflected in the sex ratio. -
The Chargers made the playoffs last season but are one of this year's biggest disappointments at 5-9, with losses in five of their last six games. They dropped into last place in the AFC West after Thursday night's 63-21 loss at Las Vegas. -
Oak Park resident Lamar Canady, Jr., is holding his second annual toy drive at the spot where his father was killed, trying to bring positivity to the area.
Sign up for our newsletters!
Keep up with all the latest news, arts and culture, and TV highlights from KPBS.
- San Diego resident golfers teed off at their vanishing access to city-run courses
- Why aren't Americans filling the manufacturing jobs we already have?
- Mexico: US deal lets 'El Chapo’s' son’s family enter from Tijuana
- City Heights residents say proposed cuts to libraries, rec centers are inequitable
- Newsom outlines $12 billion deficit, freeze on immigrant health program access