First, a new scholarship program is helping to train new frontline healthcare workers. Then, a proposal to tax vacant second homes and vacation homes has fallen short. Also, the latest in a series of protests took place in Oceanside, we tell you why. Plus, how a local database could be helping federal immigration agencies avoid state sanctuary laws.

First, some local delegates are calling on Congress to help rein in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Then, drier and warmer conditions are on the way, following some record-breaking rainfall. We tell you if there’s a risk of wildfires. Also, there’s a renewed effort to suspend paid parking at Balboa Park. We also bring you an update regarding an immigrant surfer who was detained by ICE after wandering onto Camp Pendleton. Last but not least, an interview with a director stepping down after nearly a decade of work.

First, thousands of Kaiser health workers across California and Hawaii walked off the job this week. Then, we bring you details around affordable housing for staff at the San Diego Unified School District. Also, we bring you to Camp Pendleton where Marines are learning to be drone pilots. Plus, a solar farm project currently under construction in Jacumba has brought some health concerns along with it.

First, advocates voice their disapproval following Rady Children’s Hospital’s decision to end medical gender-affirming care. Then, we bring you a story from Camp Pendleton where a small unit is coming through for animals in a very big way. Also, Oceanside is considering a new rule that would strengthen their e-bike laws after a surge of complaints from residents. Plus, we bring you the latest installments of our Museum A Month’ and Pod Behind The Package series.

First, San Diego County Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer is requesting inspections of the Otay Mesa Detention Center. Then, flood survivors mark the anniversary of the January 2024 floods. And, where the city is at with storm drain repair in Southcrest. Next, how county leaders and students are trying to address the Tijuana River sewage crisis. Plus, we wrap up our series on the proposed data center in Imperial County with a look at the growing movement against it.

First, museum leaders are asking that paid parking at Balboa Park be reconsidered. Then, after the death of a child, Pacific Beach community members are calling for improved road safety. Also, we hear from Jessica Calix who was impacted and displaced in the January 2024 floods. Plus, part 2 of our series on the controversy around a massive data center project. Lastly a story about the world’s oldest collegiate acapella group.

First, some locals gathered to protest the anniversary of President Donald Trump’s second inauguration. Then, we tell you how students at one school in San Diego are keeping Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy alive. Also, a $10-billion data center is looking to move forward without an environmental review process. Finally, a popular San Marcos building is getting some upgrades.

First, we discuss the economic outlook for San Diego County in this new year. Then, new enrollments for Covered California are down. And, we bring you details from the All Peoples Celebration that recognized local leaders in the community. Also, we tell you about a new book that explores a late musician’s visual art. Finally, we bring you a preview of the Jewish Film Festival.

First, a Honduran man held at a Calexico Detention Center died after a medical emergency. Then, the Grossmont Union High School District board has updated its guidelines on immigration enforcement. Also, our resident Cinema Junkie says you should check out a supernatural form of horror content this week. Plus, this week’s installment of The Pod Behind the Package features another KPBS podcast.

First, we give you a peek into San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria’s State of the City address. Then, Rady Children’s Hospital is challenging a vote by its frontline workers to unionize. Next, the controversy surrounding the San Diego Rodeo happening this weekend. Also, we tell you what ban might come after the latest ban on plastic bags. As well as, an opera designed for kids and other weekend event ideas.