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French President Emmanuel Macron is set to present the European peace plan for Ukraine to President Trump today. And, Greenpeace faces a lawsuit that could shut it down.

Federal officials placed 1,300 employees at Voice of America on indefinite paid leave, while severing contracts with Radio Free Asia and other U.S.-funded networks.

The district is seeking damages to cover medical treatment costs and to pay for medical monitoring.

Following court decisions restricting the Trump administration's policies on immigration enforcement and cuts to federal agencies GOP lawmakers are pushing back. But they're split on how to respond.

KPBS Kids @ Day of the Child Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Memorial Park, 373 Park Way, Chula Vista, CA 91910. All Ages Free Celebrate Day of the Child with KPBS Kids and special guest Clifford the Big Red Dog! Join us at the Day of the Child event, hosted by the Chula Vista Community Collaborative, for a day of exciting activities, car shows, storytimes, and a chance to learn about valuable community resources for children and families! Stop by the KPBS Kids booth for hands-on crafts and activities, book giveaways, and a special meet-and-greet with PBS Kids' beloved character, Clifford the Big Red Dog*! This event is for FREE for all ages! Register at https://kpbskidsdayofthechild2025.eventbrite.com *Meet and greet with the costume character is subject to availability and weather permitting. This project is made possible with funding from the Linden Root Dickinson Foundation.

Palm trees are the economic foundation of many societies around the world—able to survive hurricanes while producing some of the largest leaves and seeds of any plant. Here in San Diego, they’ve become an iconic symbol in tourism marketing campaigns. Balboa Park has abundant and varied examples to learn about and explore. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the first Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Walks last 90–120 minutes and are typically less than 1 mile on level terrain. It is advised that potential attendees contact the Balboa Park Visitors Center prior to the scheduled walk to determine if there are any last-minute changes or cancellations to the tours. Visit: https://www.sandiegoreader.com/events/2025/jun/07/balboa-park-horticultural-tours-bal-83486626/ Forever Balboa Park on Instagram and Facebook

The fig family of over 800 species is unlike any other plant group on earth, and Balboa Park is home to many impressive specimens from around the world. Used as national and religious symbols, as well as sources of food, medicine, and timber, figs are a cornerstone species that support entire ecosystems. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the first Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Walks last 90–120 minutes and are typically less than 1 mile on level terrain. It is advised that potential attendees contact the Balboa Park Visitors Center prior to the scheduled walk to determine if there are any last-minute changes or cancellations to the tours. Visit: Balboa Park Horticultural Tours: Fig Trees and Stranglers of Balboa Park Forever Balboa Park on Instagram and Facebook

In the heart of the park, but tucked away from the main public thoroughfares, a rich variety of landscaped areas with many one-of-a-kind floral specimens await discovery. These hidden areas also offer opportunities to learn about little-known park history. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the first Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Walks last 90–120 minutes and are typically less than 1 mile on level terrain. It is advised that potential attendees contact the Balboa Park Visitors Center prior to the scheduled walk to determine if there are any last-minute changes or cancellations to the tours. Visit: https://www.sandiegoreader.com/events/2025/apr/05/balboa-park-horticultural-tours-off-aa106f5c/ Forever Balboa Park on Instagram and Facebook

They're demanding a deal between Israel and Hamas to release all the remaining hostages, and also demonstrating against government attempts to weaken the judiciary.

Trump said the U.S. would use "overwhelming lethal force" until Iranian-backed Houthi rebels cease their attacks on shipping. The Houthis said nine civilians were killed.