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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., who came to the U.S. from Somalia, about President Trump's tirade against Somali immigrants.

State Sen. Steve Padilla’s letter comes as Imperial Valley residents and advocates say they were blindsided by plans for the project.

Join us for a lecture by Olivia Zen Joseph, curator of "Layered Narratives," developed during their time at Mingei as the Quilt Fellow. This talk explores how quilts from the era and firsthand accounts of Black American experiences reframe the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exposition — the United States’ first World’s Fair. While the Centennial aimed to celebrate national identity and innovation, the lecture sheds light on the overlooked contributions and voices of Black women and the Black community, expanding understanding of this historic event through stories too often left untold. Olivia Zen Joseph is a Program Coordinator at the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino and the curator of "Layered Narratives: Quilted Stories of Gender & Race at the 1876 Centennial." Drawn to interpretation, history, and storytelling, they are passionate about uncovering the complex meanings and histories embedded in art and objects. Olivia entered the museum field through an internship in Collections Management and Conservation at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Looking ahead, they plan to pursue a degree in Library and Information Science with the goal of becoming an archivist. Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Rachael Borrelli, assistant director at the county Department of Animal Services, sent the voice message in a text exchange late last year. The euthanasia rate has spiked at county-run shelters in recent years.

Stream now with KPBS+. Joseph celebrates Halloween in Ireland’s Ancient East, an area rich in history, myths and legends, and views this beautiful part of the island through the prism of two festivals. The Puca Festival is an ancient observance reborn and the Wexford Festival Opera illustrates Irish’s devotion to community. Sample a taste of the island in castles, country homes, markets, pubs and restaurants.

In Greece, fewer babies means difficult decisions, especially on remote islands where low birth rates are forcing some schools to close and raising questions about the future of island culture.

Supporters of the item, including representatives from San Diego Organizing Project, Sowing Seeds of Dignity and St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, will rally outside city hall at 4 p.m. Tuesday.

Do you think the country is going in the right or wrong direction? Are you happy with your vote last year or do you have any regrets? Or maybe you sat the election out? NPR wants to speak with swing voters across the political spectrum.

Enjoy the world’s largest all-women’s surf, music & lifestyle festival Sept 19–21 in Oceanside! Admission is FREE! Super Girl Surf Festival is bringing a full weekend of women’s surf, sports, music and empowerment to Oceanside, California. Watch 100 of the world’s top female surfers compete and 1,500 women competing across 10 different sports just steps from the Oceanside Pier. Enjoy an action-packed festival village filled with interactive brand activations, female art expositions, a female leadership panel, female-led health and fitness classes, and FREE live music from artists like Lupe Fiasco, Plain White T’s, Artikal Sound System, Surfer Girl, Pearl, and Jakob Nowell of Sublime. Admission is completely free and open to the public. Join us at the Oceanside Pier for an unforgettable community celebration of female strength and confidence. Full schedule and updates available on the event site and socials (@SuperGirlPro).

Join us for the first annual RiseFest; a vibrant community event located in Ramona at The Stables at Highlander. Celebrate the autumn harvest, showcasing local creativity, craft vendors, games, food, and drink all while gathering for good. Nestled amidst Ramona's breathtaking grasslands and majestic mountain views, this inaugural event promises a delightful blend of local food, refreshing drinks, and unique craft vendors. Sit, sip, and shop, knowing every purchase directly supports The Rise Concept, a San Diego 501(c)3 nonprofit providing vital empowerment resources. Come celebrate, connect, and contribute to a stronger community this fall! Thoughtfully inspired by a tapestry—its precision of needlework and the welcoming, geometric pieces of a quilt; RiseFest embodies the magic of people coming together. It's a visual promise of unity and shared purpose, utilizing creativity, personal touch, and the core values of respect and kindness. Through community initiatives, The Rise Concept directly supports local at-risk youth, survivors of human trafficking, and challenged veterans; from generating crucial funds, to providing essential items, and creating valuable networking connections that link people with skills, passions, and resources. Rise Nonprofit and Resale Shop on Instagram