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In the world of true crime, Fall River, Mass. is known for Lizzie Borden, but another murder 60 years earlier captivated New England. Kate Winkler Dawson tells the story in The Sinners All Bow.

California has turned to incarcerated firefighters since 1915. To those opposed to the use of inmates as firefighters, the system is seen as exploitative.

Escondido’s oldest and most famous event, the Grape Day Festival, is back! Returning on Saturday, September 14, 2024, from 12- 6 p.m. and presented by the Escondido History Center in conjunction with The Brothers of 6 in historic Grape Day Park. The 2024 festival is a family-friendly event, featuring old time entertainment, artisans and crafters, with live demonstrations such as spinning, corn shelling and butter making. Take off your shoes to do a little grape stomping, eat some free table grapes like festival goers did in back in the day. Enjoy delicious foods from local vendors and sample delectable wines and beers from some of San Diego's finest wineries and breweries in our Wine and Beer Garden! New this year! James Stone Glass Blowing, live glassblowing in the center of the festival. Our Kid's Zone will once again give kiddos the chance to participate in some good-old-fashioned games, face painting, crafts, animal balloons and pony rides! Come on over to the Escondido History Center Zone to enjoy ice cream, hot popcorn, roasted peanuts, and cold drinks while you take in all the Grape Day Festival has to offer! For more information visit: grapedayfest.com

State Attorney General Rob Bonta met with immigrant rights groups and elected officials in San Diego to discuss his office's efforts to protect California's immigrant communities.

The Lunar New Year falls on Jan. 29 this year. NPR wants to know what traditions you uphold to ensure good luck in the year to come.

Monday, Jan. 27, 2025 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app. We've all heard of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising, but most people have no idea how widespread and prevalent Jewish resistance to Nazi barbarism was. Instead, it's widely believed "Jews went to their deaths like sheep to the slaughter." Filmed in Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Israel, and the U.S., the film provides a much-needed corrective to this myth of Jewish passivity.

Watching a huge ball descend down a pole in Times Square has been a beloved New Year's Eve tradition for over a century. Here's how the spectacle started and what's changed over the years.

Join us at the First Friday Art Walk a FREE La Jolla Village event highlighting the growing gallery community along with emerging artist pop-ups. Wander through 26 galleries and pop-up artists scattered across the charming streets of La Jolla. Immerse yourself in an evening filled with sips, snacks, and a vibrant tapestry of artwork. Don’t miss out on the magic – pre-register, and we’ll treat you to a FREE all-day parking pass, along with an advance copy of this month’s Art Walk map. La Jolla by the Sea on Facebook / Instagram

Christmas and Hanukkah rarely fall on the same date, but this year they do. One mixed-faith family in Oakland, Calif., doubles down for double whammy holiday.

Volunteers with the Kensington Fire Safe Council say they fear the use of propane and open fires in illegal homeless encampments in Fairmount Canyon could spark a fire.