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A ballroom at the White House could seat nearly a 1,000 guests for state dinners, but what to do while it's being built? NPR's Scott Simon suggests holding state dinners at the Iowa State Fairgrounds.

Monday - Thursday at 7:30 a.m. on KPBS TV + 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on PBS Kids. Available in English and Spanish. PBS KIDS presents a new animated STEM series for viewers ages 5-8 from Al Roker Entertainment, the production company helmed by Al Roker, Emmy-winning weatherman and host from TODAY. The new show is designed to support kids’ learning about Earth science and meteorology through adventure and comedy to cultivate their awareness, curiosity, and caring about how weather and climate impact individuals, communities, and our global society.

More than 180 current and former FEMA employees signed the letter sent to the FEMA Review Council and Congress warning that FEMA's capacity to respond to a major disaster was dangerously diminished.

The 7th Annual Scoop San Diego Ice Cream Festival, presented by Pacific Health Group, brings together San Diego’s top ice cream, gelato, and paleta makers for a day of sampling, entertainment, and community fun and with a renewed focus on sustainability. This year’s festival set for Sunday, June 22 from 12-4 p.m. will feature exclusive flavors created using recovered produce from local nonprofit ProduceGood, highlighting a community-driven commitment to reducing food waste and supporting those in need. New this year: a live Best Ice Cream Flavor of the Year competition judged by celebrity chefs Claudia Sandoval, Zuliya Khawaja, and Sam The Cooking Guy. Festival highlights include: - 30+ vendors serving ice cream, gelato, and paletas - Exclusive, limited-edition flavors made with rescued produce - Celebrity chef judging and People’s Choice voting - Expanded VIP Experience with premium bites, craft ice cream, lounge spaces, and fast lane access - Family activities, interactive activations, live demos, music, and more The VIP Experience tickets are priced at $125 and includes early access to the festival, bites from Michelin-starred chef Drew Deckman, fresh-churned ice cream by Pastry Chef Letha Marie Gimble, pizza from Sisters Pizza, cold drinks, exclusive flavors, VIP fast lanes, lounge seating, and custom activations. General Admission tickets are priced at $50 and include 10 one-ounce samples from participating vendors between 12pm–4pm. 100% of net proceeds benefit ProduceGood, a local nonprofit fighting food waste and hunger in San Diego County. Scoop San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Federal workers who took the Trump administration's buyout offer come off the payroll at the end of September. Now some are confronting fear, regret and uncertainty as they figure out what's next.

San Diego Moms’ annual Father’s Day celebration is back—this time with a bold new vibe!! Get ready for DAD-Chella: Where Dad takes Center Stage, on Sunday, June 8 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at AleSmith Brewing. From custom crafts, EPIC photo ops, interactive stations, dance-offs, and more! New This Year: Dad Bod Lounge, "Dad Joke Drop Zone," and the #1 DAD Photo & Video Experience! Give Dad more than a gift this Father's Day—give him the spotlight. He’s not just part of the fun… he is the main event. Here's what we have lined up for you: (Items with a * require VIP ticket) - (1) VIP Gift for DAD*- - (1) Family photo or photo with DAD, taken by a professional photographer + (1) edited digital image* - Kids Zone by Magic Jump Rentals - Two Live DJ's - Exclusive AleSmith Beer Specials + Food Trucks - A magical visit from Glinda the Good Witch, courtesy of The Storybook Character Company! - Mobile Reptile Zoo (Ecovivarium) featuring 15+ reptiles - Bounce Houses and Inflatable Obstacle Course - Face Painting - Tons of Lawn Games, Board Games and More! - Father’s Day Craft & Card Station - $5k+ in giveaways P.S. We know that families come in all shapes and dynamics, and this celebration is for all of them. Whether you’re a single mom, a two-mom household, widowed, or simply honoring someone who shows up like a dad—if they’ve got headliner energy and VIP status in your life, that’s exactly who this day is for. Ticket Pricing Options V.I.P. (Very Important Papa) Tickets: V.I.P. Family of 4 Tickets: $60 (includes up to 4 Family Members from the same household) V.I.P. Family of 2 Tickets: $40 (includes up to 2 Family Members from the same household) V.I.P. (Very Important Papa) Family Tickets include: - (1) VIP Gift for DAD* - 10 Raffle Tickets - Family photo or photo with DAD, taken by a professional photographer + (1) edited digital image* - Access to the online VIP Perks Program with exclusive offers and discounts to local businesses throughout the year - VIP Access to an Exclusive (Self-Service) Photo Ops with DAD: Unlimited access to DAD-CHELLA themed photo op featuring professional lighting and a dedicated team member to help you capture the perfect shot (with your device). - Bonus: Pending construction updates, a VIP Lounge area will also be available exclusively to VIP ticket holders for even more chill time and special moments. - Add on sibling/additional adult for $10 (Max 2) General Admission (GA) Tickets: GA Family of 4 Tickets: $40 (includes up to 4 Family Members from the same household) GA Family of 2 Tickets: $20 (includes up to 2 Family Members from the same household) General Admission Tickets include: - GA Tickets provide access to the entire event except the items noted in the VIP Ticket (items with an **) - 5 Raffle Tickets to win BIG Prizes - Add on sibling/additional adult for $10 (Max 2) No refunds. Rain or Shine. DISCLAIMER: By entering an event or program of San Diego Moms, you are entering an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. By attending this event, you consent to such recording media and its release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction in connection with San Diego Moms and its initiatives. You understand that all photography, filming, and/or recording will be done in reliance on this consent. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please do not enter the event premises. San Diego Moms on Facebook / Instagram

The show's suspension comes amid broader efforts to curb diversity at the institutional level. The next attempt to canonize the movement must learn lessons from its successes — and its missteps.

The Power of Remembering and Affirming Resistance: 10 años de corazón, 3 años de hogar Join us on Saturday October 11 from 3 p.m. - 7 p.m., to celebrate this incredible milestone. The CPMCC has been established for 10 years and been at our historic site for 3! We hope to see you there for a day of celebration, recuerdos, and community! Program Host: - Consuelo "Chelo" Manriquez Music by: -Your Neighborhood DJ - Wicho Performances by: - La Rondalla Amerindia De Aztlan - BocaFloja Activities: -Por La Mano Press Food: - Taqueria Los Chuchys Please note that street parking is limited and ride-sharing is encouraged! El poder de recordar y afirmar la resistencia: 10 años de corazón, 3 años de hogar Acompáñanos el sábado 11 de octubre a las 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. para celebrar este increíble logro. El CPMCC lleva 10 años establecido y 3 años en nuestro sitio histórico. ¡Esperamos verte ahí para un día lleno de celebración, recuerdos y comunidad! Anfitriona del programa: - Consuelo "Chelo" Manriquez Música por: - Your Neighborhood DJ - Wicho Presentaciones de: - La Rondalla Amerindia de Aztlán - BocaFloja Actividades: - Por La Mano Press Comida: - Taqueria Los Chuchys Nota: El estacionamiento en la calle es limitado, ¡se recomienda el uso de ride-share! Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center on Facebook / Instagram

If you found out your neighbor had a past criminal conviction, your knee-jerk reaction might be that you’d want them relocated.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers claim assaults on their officers are up sharply since June. There's no public evidence that number is true.