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San Diego writer Jac Jemc's new novel, "Empty Theatre," explores the stranger-than-fiction lives and deaths of King Ludwig II of Bavaria and his cousin Empress Sisi of Austria.

California hasn't elected a Republican to statewide office since 2006, but Lanhee Chen says he hopes his push for transparency around government spending will win him support.

The latest report from the California High-Speed Rail Authority projects costs for the initial segment at $35 billion, which exceeds secured funding by $10 billion. Other segments of the system are likely to have their projected costs increase, too. The state hopes it will get more federal aid.

This weekend in the arts: "Syntax;" The Rosin Box; Denja Harris and Rafael Rios-Mathioudakis; "Love is an Action;" Le Salon de Musiques; and the Candlewood Arts Festival in Borrego Springs.

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Hundreds of thousands of borrowers spent just over a month thinking they qualified for student loan cancellation. Now they don't.

An old-fashioned steam calliope designed by luminaries in the worlds of art and jazz is on display at the National Sculpture Garden.

Sunday, Aug.7, 2022 at 4 p.m. on KPBS 2 / On demand now with KPBS Passport! Discover how two American composers are inspired by their respective Brazilian and Indian immigrant roots with influences that include a Brazilian martial art dance "fought" to music and Indian scales and rhythms.

The community is invited to Light Up a Life, a special candle-lighting ceremony to celebrate the people whose lives have warmed their heart and whose memories illuminate their life. This family-friendly event will be hosted by The Elizabeth Hospice on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, from 3:30 to 5:30 pm, at the California Center for the Arts at 340 N. Escondido Blvd in Escondido. Light Up a Life blends inspirational messages, music, and a memorial ceremony to lift the hearts of those touched by loss, illness or sorrow. Registration is required by Nov. 5 at https://elizabethhospice.ejoinme.org/Light2021. Admission and parking are free. All attendees will be invited to light a candle during the memorial ceremony. In support of The Elizabeth Hospice’s nonprofit mission, a donation of $50 is suggested. Individuals can receive a 2021 keepsake ornament with a $100 donation or a personalized ornament with a donation of $250 or more. Information on sponsorship opportunities can be found at https://elizabethhospice.ejoinme.org/Light2021 or by calling 760-796-3708. California Center for the Arts, Escondido, requires all guests wear a face mask.

Recipes for sweet and savory bread pudding, brisket, a French Canadian pork pie and homemade pasta accompany stories both heartwarming and hilarious from the NPR audience.