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A proposal advancing in the legislature would require California hospitals to pre-screen patients for charity care before sending out medical bills.

Sail the enchanting Dalmatian Coast with KPBS’s General Manager, Deanna Mackey, aboard the 102-guest National Geographic Orion. Journey through Greece, Albania, and Croatia, exploring UNESCO treasures like Delphi and Dubrovnik. Swim in the Ionian Sea’s turquoise waters and uncover hidden gems, from Croatia’s outlying isles to Albania’s ancient ruins. Visit Butrint National Park’s archaeological wonders and go birding in Divjakë-Karavasta. With an expert expedition team—including a National Geographic Photography Expert—this unforgettable voyage blends history, nature, and discovery.

Some local union workers at Republic Services are honoring a strike in Boston by not crossing the picket line, leaving trash in bins along the sides of Chula Vista and other South Bay area street

Step into an era of chivalry and knightly games at the upcoming Grand Medieval Extravaganza. Expect glamorous medieval attire, jousting competitions, storytelling, traditional food, and hands-on artisan crafts; it's a woo of knights and nobles. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/medieval-festival-20-at-serpentine-cider-tickets-1438846140539? Serpentine Cider & Smokehouse on Instagram and Facebook

NPR's staff traveled a lot in 2025. From a Mardi Gras workshop to a festival celebrating the mythical Mothman, here are some places and events we thought you might want to check out, too.

Miguel Márquez San Juan, who ran Libros, Café y Jazz for 16 years, is remembered for creating a gathering place that blended literature, music and community in Tijuana.

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

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

Measure C got 65.25% of the vote in 2020, short of the two-thirds majority listed on the ballot to pass, but the Court of Appeals ruling said that was plenty. According to the California constitution, tax hikes can be approved with a simple majority.

Move For Their Thoughts (MoveFTT) is a 35 Day "move-a-thon" (1 mile or 20 minutes of activity) to fight against Alzheimer's and Dementia, raise funds for caregiver support and awareness about the challenges 100s of 1000s of families face as they care for a loved one with dementia. Hosted by 501c3 nonprofit, For Their Thoughts Foundation, 100% of proceeds improves the lives of dementia caregivers with financial relief, custom-made care navigation and hands-on dementia care education. Run, walk, bike, dance, yoga...just MOVE! - *non-mile moving activities, 20 minutes = 1 mile. WHAT: 35-day mile a day Challenge WHEN: April 27 - May 31 HOW: Create a team or move on your own WHERE: Sign up today at MoveFTT.org WHY: Lift caregivers, lift the stigma, lift each other! 1. Pick a pledge that works for YOU - Join for free and pledge to raise $100. - Choose from $1 per day ($35 total), $2 per day ($70) or $4 per day ($140) - EARN your daily pledge back everyday you successfully move a mile! 2. Join as an individual or grab friends, family, colleagues and create a team! 3. Are you a business? Gift your employees with this wellness event by sponsoring them to join. Sponsorship includes recognition of your dedication to staff wellness and dementia support. www.moveftt.org/sponsor