First, the current administration has now paused all asylum decisions. Next, how one North County farm is offering a unique form of adoption. Then,the San Diego County Department of Animal Services is being audited following a KPBS investigation. Followed by, a growing number of UCSD freshmen are lacking high school math proficiency . Finally, a beloved Tijuana bookstore owner has died.

First, the groundwork is being laid for a public university in Chula Vista. Then, we bring you details of an initiative to provide low-income residents with energy efficient appliances. And, Encinitas is working to make sure their digital road signs are more secure. Finally, what would you do with your pet if you got deported?

First, there was a show of support ahead of an immigration hearing for a North County market owner. Then, every single refugee admitted into the U.S. under the last administration will be re-screened under the current administration. Next, Rep. Mike Levin haa proposed a bill that would ban offshore drilling along the Central and Southern California coast. And, low vaccination rates across the county brings cause for concern. Finally, our KPBS Holiday Gift Guide and how one artist is challenging traditional ideas around/Black Friday consumerism.

First, after two previously unsuccessful attempts, local members of Congress were able to gain access into a federal detention center. Then, ICE agents in San Diego are arresting people at their green card interviews. And, a new APA poll found Americans are heading into the holidays more stressed than last year . Plus, warmer weather is expected across San Diego County.

First, we get reaction from shoppers about data from l automated license plate readers at the Fashion Valley Mall being shared with law enforcement. Then, we tell you how plans for housing in Clairemont and the College Area are heating up. Next, while new trash bins roll in, we tell you exactly what happens with the old ones. Finally, another installment of our weekly segment, The Pod Behind The Package. Lastly, we tell you about a 15-year old goal that’s fallen short.

First, lawyers across the country are building informal mentoring networks to coordinate a legal resistance to mass deportations. Then, should SDG&E customers pay for the company’s firefighting program? And, the USA Pickleball National Championships are in San Diego this year. Plus, a few events to check out this weekend.

First, the Chula Vista City Council voted to develop a new disclosure process to share more information regarding how their officers interact with federal immigration agents. Then, an inside look at Flock cameras and how they are more common than people may think. Plus, we take a look at a recent report on the economic impact of the California State University system.

San Diego Board Chair Lawson-Remer says recent federal cuts will cause tens of thousands of individuals in the county to lose access to affordable healthcare. What can be done to restore it? Then, we bring you the details of a new partnership that was approved by county supervisors this week. Plus, the need for renewable energy clashes with the choice to preserve a community’s history in far east San Diego County. Finally, the La Jolla Playhouse has announced its next artistic director.

First, hundreds of unionized UC medical workers are on strike in San Diego. Then, a potential policy change affecting green-card applicants and asylum-seekers from certain countries .Then, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors will discuss a public-philanthropic partnership to protect food, housing and health care amid federal cuts. Finally, we bring you a preview of some panels happening at the Comic-Con Museum this weekend.

First, as the current administration's mass deportation campaign continues, immigration lawyers are turning to a law first established to protect against a king. Then, November is Native American Heritage month. Plus, we speak to reporter Jacob Aere for this week’s The Pod Behind the Package.