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A small jet crashed into military housing in a Tierrasanta neighborhood Thursday morning, killing multiple people on the plane and injuring others. We hear from the people displaced, and those working to rehouse them. Plus, KPBS confirmed the airport’s weather instrumentation was not working at the time of the crash. Then, a check-in with one of more than 1,500 Jan. 22 flood plaintiffs in what has ballooned into a mass tort against the city of San Diego.

Hi Friends, You might have heard—last year, we hosted our first-ever live event, and we're excited to share it with you! Our Port of Entry Live event was part of the World Design Experience, linked to San Diego–Tijuana's 2024 World Design Capital initiative. The event joined a larger lineup of exhibitions, talks, art shows, installations, and workshops held throughout San Diego and Tijuana to showcase our area's creative talent. Today's episode contains part 1 of the unedited recording of that live event, presented in two parts. It’s part of a larger five-episode bundle, including our recent podcast episode "Charles and Giancarlo - Compadres in Art," and two short video capsules: Charles' Dream and Giancarlo's Dance. Now, sit back, relax, and enjoy. From KPBS, this is Port of Entry LIVE.

Chile heads to the polls on Sunday, in a fiercely polarized election that mirrors the region's struggles with crime, inflation, and economic stagnation.

Public Comedy Service brings together military comedians for a night of laughs - and purpose. 100% of ticket sales will be donated to KPBS and the GI Film Festival, supporting public broadcasting and veteran storytelling. Comedy with a cause. July 31, 2025 from 8 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Features comedians: Thom Tran, James P Connolly, Geoff Grooms, Steve Mazan + and a surprise guest!

A new report released this week by the environmental think tank Next 10 and a UC Riverside researcher attempts to quantify that impact — but its authors say the report is only an estimate without harder data from the centers themselves.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics says it will report on September's job gains and unemployment rate next week. That's the first of many overdue economic reports held up by the government shutdown.

Join us for an extraordinary evening where the vibrant sounds of Westwind Virtuosi strings meet the world-renowned public art of the Stuart Collection at UC San Diego! Westwind Virtuosi is thrilled to present a unique concert program on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at The BEAR, one of the iconic public art installations within the Stuart Collection at UC San Diego. Prepare for a captivating “Bridgerton Classical String Spectacular" – an enchanting musical journey featuring themes from the beloved series and more. This program celebrates the enduring power of music, traversing classical elegance, cinematic beauty, and beyond. This is a free community concert! We are immensely grateful for the generous support of the Music Performance Trust Fund and the City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture, whose contributions make this event possible. Westwind Virtuosi on Facebook

Cura Smiles, a nonprofit dental clinic based in City Heights, is proud to announce its Sips & Smiles Soirée, a fundraising event dedicated to expanding access to free dental care in San Diego. The event will take place on Friday, September 26, from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the beautiful BoujieMana Estate in Point Loma, offering guests a stunning backdrop of harbor views as they support a vital cause. The evening promises a lively, elegant atmosphere complete with a champagne welcome, curated wine and beer selections, gourmet bites, and a silent auction featuring exclusive items and experiences. Guests will mingle at sunset while supporting Cura Smiles’ mission to provide free, comprehensive dental care to underserved individuals and families across the region. With demand for services continuing to rise, this upcoming fundraiser marks a pivotal moment for the organization. Proceeds will go directly toward expanding services, reaching more individuals without access to dental care, and continuing Cura Smiles’ vision of a healthier community—one smile at a time. To attend, donate or learn more, please visit https://www.curasmiles.org/get-involved. Cura Smiles on Facebook / Instagram

The King of the Night is back! And he is thirsty for you. Come see this spine tingling tale of good verses evil. What a great way to get into the Halloween spirit. This show may be bit intense for children under 7 due to jump scares and intense theatrical moments. Disclamer: The Management of the IFCT dose not take any responsibility for any cases of unexplained anemia, nightmares or for the sudden desire to walk the moors at night... Thank you. Visit: https://www.theifct.info/tickets/

A public TV and radio station in Western Alaska serves dozens of villages damaged by Typhoon Halong. But with federal funding eliminated, KYUK makes severe cuts to its staff and news department.