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San Diego news; when you want it, where you want it. Get local stories on politics, education, health, environment, the border and more. New episodes are ready weekday mornings. Hosted by Lawrence K. Jackson and produced by KPBS, San Diego and the Imperial County's NPR and PBS station.

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  • After three years, California and San Diego County’s COVID-19 emergency orders end today. In other news, developers can get financial incentives to build low-income housing, but there’s nothing like that for building moderate-income homes. We have details on a new bill that would change that. Plus, Imperial Beach’s mayor reacts to a recent settlement made to prevent Tijuana’s sewage from reaching San Diego.
  • The investigation into the alleged rape of a young woman by former San Diego State University football players has led to a child pornography charge. In other news, a San Diego nonprofit that helps support young people who’ve aged out of the foster care system, is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Plus, a San Diego artist turns things she finds at the swap meet into unique sculptures.
  • We visit Pine Valley’s Horse of the Sun Ranch. It’s open to the public, but geared towards military families. Then, local leaders are calling for the repeal of a state law that eliminated many criminal penalties for prostitution. Plus, we have some weekend arts events worth checking out.
  • President Joe Biden is proposing new rules that would limit access to asylum, similar to Trump-era policies. In other news, when National Guard troops deploy within the U.S. it’s typically for short periods of time, like a hurricane or other disaster, but the National Guard has patrolled the southern border for most of the last two decades. Some government watchdogs say that’s an inappropriate use of the Guard. Plus, the first Indigenous author to win a Pulitzer Prize talks about his journey as an author.
  • A month-long anti-trafficking investigation in San Diego County has led to dozens of arrests and police say, to the rescue of eight minors. In other news, a UC San Diego doctor creates an app that helps people give CPR. Plus, more than $100 million is up for grabs in Wednesday’s Powerball lottery. We tell you how lottery ticket sales impact public schools.
  • A new proposal in the state legislature would require the state to lead on setting homelessness reduction goals, tie grant funding to how well cities and counties can meet those goals and would provide ongoing funding from the state. And President Biden’s visit to Ukraine is giving hope to some Ukrainians here in San Diego. Plus, as the city of San Diego rolls out its organic waste program, we have composting tips for you.
  • Legalizing marijuana in California has brought an increase in adverse side effects and cannabis-related ER visits. In other news, we explore a 19th century hotel in Julian and its connection with Black history. Plus, we have some weekend arts events worth checking out.
  • Reporter Kitty Alvarado went to downtown San Diego and spoke with a homeless advocate and several unhoused people to discuss the recent increase in Hepatitis A cases. Plus, the city of San Diego took a step towards building denser housing this week. And, we have a look at some of the films being screened at the San Diego International Jewish Film Festival.
  • The need for more housing and sustainable transportation has North County’s transit agency exploring ways to maximize the use of their land. In other news, Chula Vista becomes the first city in California to lose its distinction of Welcoming City, just over three years after being the first city to receive the distinction. Plus, the San Diego Symphony’s indoor home will soon be among the finest symphony halls in the country.
  • A far-right extremist group connected to San Diego is fueling anti-semitic incidents. In other news, an Escondido company makes specialty police uniforms for departments across the country. Plus, the world premiere of a play inspired by the Logan Heights community premieres at The Old Globe Thursday.