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A recent report from San Diego's Office of the City Auditor found funding for pedestrian safety projects like crosswalks and street lighting fell far short of the need. Then, students across California are starting to receive new resources and opportunities in their arts education thanks to Prop 28. The funding is also helping children with special needs. And Día de Muertos celebrations are underway. KPBS is celebrating the holiday with the community in a special way this year.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is proposing to delay a raise for about 150,000 disability care workers in an effort to cut the state budget deficit.

Discover a world of art, culture, and endless inspiration in Escondido. The California Center for the Arts, Escondido invites you to embark own an unforgettable journey through the arts. Visit artcenter.org for more information. Phone Number (Tickets): 800.988.4253 Box Office Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Museum Hours: Museum hours vary – check here for detailed information. The California Center for the Arts, Escondido on Facebook

Hop into Easter with the San Diego Model Railroad Museum! This ticketed before-hours event will immerse children with an egg quest around the museum, special trains running in our Toy Train Gallery, arts & crafts, and story time featuring the Easter Bunny. After you’ve finished your search for eggs and eaten some candy, enjoy museum admission for the rest of the day. Where: San Diego Model Railroad Museum When: March 23 & March 24, 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Ticket includes: An immersive quest for eggs that involves finding hidden details on the model railroad layouts and answering questions about trains. Storytime from 10 – 10:30 a.m. Craft opportunity to make Easter decorations Special early morning hours and all-day museum access Children must be accompanied by an adult Adults - $20.00 (the regular price of all-day museum admission!) Infants under 2 years old - FREE Reservation required, even though the ticket is free. Free Infant ticket does NOT include eggs, crafts, and other giveaways. Museum Members, contact us for your discount code! Tickets and more information: https://www.sdmrm.org/easter Please note: There will NOT be a full-size rideable train. This event has limited capacity and is expected to sell out. Advanced ticket purchase is recommended. San Diego Model Railroad Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Want kids to run screaming from your house next Halloween? KPBS arts reporter Beth Accomando has some tips.

The work of interdisciplinary artist, cultural worker, and educator Andreína Maldonado (aka Nina Limon) is rooted in her experiences as a Venezuelan immigrant, performing artist, and domestic worker. For six years, she has worked with the Latinx community in the San Francisco Mission District to provide art spaces for healing and building relationships through dance, social activism, and performances. During this bilingual and interactive event, Maldonado will present a lecture and performance demonstrating her process of creating "Our Work/Our Dignity," a dance theater piece that featured 13 domestic workers and day laborers performing live music, poetry, and worker testimonies.

The partnership is intended to help strengthen the Oceanside hospital, which suspended some services while dealing with mounting debt and staffing shortages.

At an Arizona tribal school, it's a fierce campaign to pick the top school lunch, as students learn about making their voice count

Federal prosecutors say they’ve unraveled another Navy corruption scheme centered in San Diego, after a civilian employee pleaded guilty to bribery last week. In other news, it’s been nearly a year since California voters passed a measure to guarantee arts and music funding in public schools. We learn about some of what that funding has accomplished so far. Plus, our KPBS Cinema Junkie is joined by a special guest with some movie suggestions for Halloween.

As love fills the air this Valentine’s Season, Seabreeze Craft Chocolates is hosting a Valentine’s Day truffle-making workshop on February 10th perfect for a pre-Valentine’s Day date night or Galentine’s gathering. Chocolatier Jim Lantry will share the art of creating chocolate truffles made with consciously sourced cacao that are guaranteed to melt hearts. In this workshop, you'll channel your artistic side as you paint personalized designs on the truffles, learn the journey from cocoa bean to artisanal bonbons, and conclude the experience by bringing home your beautifully crafted truffles. The cost for this truffle-making class is $75 per person. For more information visit seabreezechocolates.com or call (858) 792-4750 Stay Connected on Instagram