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Premieres Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+. Eighty years after the devastating atomic bombings that ushered in the nuclear age, "Bombshell" explores how the U.S. government manipulated the narrative about the human impact of the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II, and the efforts of a group of intrepid reporters to let the world know the truth.

Fifty million dollars in funding to clean cross-border rivers is facing road blocks.. Then, the National City planning commission votes to block a new biofuel depot. We tell you why. Next, the county has a plan for the nearly 100,000 people at risk of losing their federal food benefits. Finally, we bring you a story about Ramona’s Nuevo Memory Gardens and their community watchdogs.

Barbara Rose Johns was 16 when she led a walkout at her high school, credited with helping end school segregation. Her statue replaces Robert E. Lee's, which was removed in 2020.

Macario Martínez is a singer-songwriter who became an overnight sensation and is poised to be the next great “Música Mexicana” superstar. With a story that could have come straight out of a movie, Macario became an overnight sensation after a viral TikTok promoting his single “sueña lindo, corazón” reminded an entire country that the world is full of talent and dreams to chase. His powerful story has already taken him and his music to Mexico’s most important stages, and his hit single now has accumulated over 21 million streams on Spotify and the official video has reached over 1 million views on YouTube. After his viral moment, Macario showcased his talent for some of Mexico’s biggest crowds at iconic festivals like Monterrey’s Festival Tecate Pal Norte and Mexico City’s Vive Latino, where he also shared a stage with local icons Little Jesus and Porter. In these shows, Macario captured the hearts of crowds and proved that “sueña lindo, corazón” is just one of many great songs in his growing repertoire. Before he found his audience, Macario had already released an EP and an album as an independent artist; both have received critical acclaim after surfacing to the mainstream. “He has emerged as a working-class folk hero.” - Wall Street Journal “'Hey, destiny don’t be cruel,' Macario sings in one of his not-yet viral singles. So far, destiny seems to be listening”. - El País “Macario Martinez has racked up millions of views with his rags-to-riches story and has become Mexico's latest pop star.” - NPR Macario Martinez on Instagram / TikTok

"Different Talking," the sixth and, so far, best album by NYC indie-rock four-piece Frankie Cosmos, seems to exist across time and space, as we all kind of do. It’s a collection of fragments and memories, remembered places, and reinterpreted feelings that adds up to a lucent, humming whole: a sturdy, worldly indie-rock record about aging and the passage of time that nonetheless manages to feel sharply current. Frankie Cosmos lead singer, guitarist, and songwriter Greta Kline has long been heralded as one of contemporary indie music’s most deft and most necessary writers, but on "Different Talking," her lyrics soften out slightly, the wry cynicism that defined recent records now giving way to an acknowledgment of the awesome, and necessary, fallibility of the human brain and heart. Frankie Cosmos on Facebook / Instagram

Whiskey & Burlap at Quartyard – Thursday, Oct. 23 Folk-Blues | Western-Swing | Americana | Progressive Bluegrass Whiskey & Burlap bring three-part harmonies, upbeat bluegrass energy, and sharp storytelling to the Quartyard stage. Their new album "MILKMAN" releases early October! Winners of the 2022 San Diego Music Award for Best Folk & Acoustic Album, the trio has been a staple in the local scene since 2018, with features on KPBS, 91XFM, and more! Whiskey & Burlap on Facebook / Instagram

Landscape Painting: Problem Solving and Critique Pat Kelly Saturday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. November 1 (1 day, 4 total hours of instruction) La Jolla Studio $100/$120 This discussion-only workshop will help students improve their landscape painting by learning how to solve problems and critique their own work. For more experienced painters, it is an opportunity for discussion and a springboard for developing a personal style. We will look at student landscape paintings two ways: - Virtual: Students submit a digital image of one of their landscape paintings before the workshop. - Real Time: Students also bring the painting to the workshop for critique. You will have an opportunity to ask questions about your work and learn how to self-critique. Pat will critique with live digital examples using submitted images. The digital format is especially valuable for demonstrating corrections, visualizing suggestions, and generating discussion. Materials: Please submit a jpeg image of your painting to patmkellystudio@gmail.com. Bring your oil, acrylic or watercolor painting to class. Max students: 12 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

Presented by the City of Lemon Grove Join us for some spooky safe fun at the Lemon Grove Recreation Center! This Halloween, enjoy a night full of family-friendly festivities, treats, and a movie under the (indoor) stars. Location: Lemon Grove Recreation Center 3131 School Lane, Lemon Grove, CA Date: Thursday, October 31 Event Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. - Food for Purchase - Kids Zone - Free Family Fun Movies in the Gym: Starts at 7:45 p.m. "Lilo & Stitch" Bring blankets and chairs! (Chairs should be placed on a blanket and towards the back of the gym.) No smoking, vaping, e-cigarettes, alcohol, bikes, scooters, skateboards, or animals allowed at the event. City of Lemon Grove on Facebook / Instagram

North Park Putt-Oberfest 2025 Date: Thursday, October 23 Time: 4–8 p.m. Grab your friends and tee off at North Park Putt-Oberfest! This self-guided, 18-hole mini-golf adventure takes you through some of North Park’s favorite bars and restaurants. At each stop, enjoy exclusive food and drink specials (all under $5!) while you play your way through the neighborhood. Your ticket includes access to all 18 mini-golf holes, scorecard, and wristband for event specials. Tickets are limited... secure your tickets now for an evening of putts, pints, and plenty of fun in North Park! Explore North Park on Facebook / Instagram

This year's Arctic Report Card from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration finds that the northernmost part of the Earth is warming faster than the global average, leading to melting glaciers, shifting fish populations, and rivers running orange.