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How are residents in Mexicali and the Imperial County still being affected by the 7.2 magnitude Easter earthquake that struck one year ago? And, what are some of the unique things geologists have learned about the temblor over the last year? We'll look back on how the earthquake impacted our region, and discuss how the knowledge we've gained could influence theories about quake mechanics in the future.

The Ocean Beach Street Fair and Chili Cook-off, comedy night in Del Mar, and another salon at the San Diego Museum of Art. We'll get recommendations for your weekend from Liz Bradshaw.

If you live in Lakeside, the possibility of a major fire is always on your mind, even in the rainy season. We'll discuss why troubles at the Lakeside Fire Board and a potential recall of 2 of its members could affect us all.

James Ellroy, the eccentric writer of hard-boiled crime fiction, joins us to talk about his new memoir. The author of "L.A. Confidential," "The Black Dhalia," and "American Tabloid" writes about his search for the right woman and the curse he's lived with for 50 years.

An inspiring new documentary looks at men and women who are living life to the fullest, well into their 90s. We'll talk with filmmaker Susan Polis Schutz and some nonagenarians, including a local artist and writer.

Even if you've got a lot of shopping to do this weekend, you still have to have some fun. We've got music and art options for you to consider, including San Diego artist Matt Stallings, the neo-soul band Fitz & The Tantrums, and Grant-Lee Phillips at Lestat's.

Cannabis, or hemp, has been grown in the U.S. since the days of George Washington. But it has been prohibited for personal or recreational use since 1913. We look at the remarkable history of marijuana in this country, including its early reputation for making users violent and insane, up to present-day efforts to legalize it.

Across Iraq, farmers are struggling with the worst drought the country has faced in years. Some say it's the worst they've seen in their lifetime — and not just because of the lack of rain. Some Iraqi officials blame waste and regional politics, as well as the fighting in Iraqi bread baskets.

The national scandal involving ACORN, the community organizing group accused of giving advice to potential criminals, continued to heat up this week. Conservative lawmakers and pundits around the country are calling for ACORN's federal funding to be cut, and for an investigation into alleged irregularities on thousands of voter-registration cards submitted by the organization.

The Tour de France begins its 95th cycling race tomorrow in Brittany, France. Co-host Ari Shapiro speaks with Joe Lindsey, a contributing editor for Bicycling Magazine, about the race and its efforts to clean up its image after being plagued by doping scandals.