San Diego has adopted a host of reforms over the past decade meant to increase the housing supply and they're starting to show results. Then, a new report is out that tracks the number of whales getting entangled in fishing lines. Plus, cleaning up after Comic-Con takes true teamwork.

San Diego Comic-Con brings huge crowds and exclusive content releases with it, we discuss some of our favorite announcements from Day 1! Plus, how teachers and librarians are using comics to teach. Then, a look into some federal funds that were just released benefiting San Diego County schools. Also, we introduce you to an alternative type of comic and arts convention also happening this weekend.

Nascar is coming to San Diego for Father’s Day weekend in 2026. Plus, the days of free parking in Balboa are numbered. We have the proposed cost breakdown. Then, part 2 of our KPBS investigation that looks into an uptick in euthanasias at San Diego County shelters. Finally, a look at ComicCon Preview Day & Blood Drive.

If you’re heading to Comic-Con transit could be a good option to get there. Plus, a KPBS investigation digs deeper into an uptick in the euthanasia rate at San Diego County-run animal shelters. We also look into a five-day forecast – for pollution. Then, some tips from our arts reporter on how you might be able to see George Lucas up close at Comic-Con.

We break down the impact of Comic-Con on San Diego’s economy and discuss potential safety risks associated with major events. Plus, a new turf soccer field in City Heights will serve students as well as adults. Then, Beth Accomando walks us through the history and significance of the so-called, "Oscars of the comics industry."

California will keep the Trevor Project’s LGBTQ+ crisis line running after federal funding was cut. Then, a new inclusive program that’s offering free legal services to LGBTQ+ Mexicans. Plus, we speak to KPBS General Manager Deanna Mackey about the impact federal cuts will have on KPBS.

Protests were held across the country Thursday honoring the late John Lewis’s legacy and pushing back against the current administration. Then, imagine growing up in America, going to school and starting a career to find out unexpectedly that you aren’t considered an American citizen. Plus, San Diego News Now has a new host and producer.

The settlement will save millions in legal fees and will pave the way for San Diego to sell some of the expensive water it has secured over the last 30 years. Then, patients with early onset Alzheimer’s don’t qualify for Medicare right away and that’s causing an expensive dilemma. Plus, a local nonprofit is putting a focus on women veterans.

The San Diego Unified School District is seeing a big increase in demand for food in it’s summer meal program. Then, National City officials are considering approval of a major new fuel depot on the city’s west side. Plus, it’s officially Pride month in the city of San Diego.

California and more than 20 other states sued the Trump administration Monday for withholding federal education funds. Then, there's a new effort to increase the number of homeless shelter beds in North and East San Diego County. Plus, the San Diego City Council votes to redevelop the City Operations Building.