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The National World War Two Museum and the Gary Sinise Foundation celebrate the trailblazing women who worked in the American defense industry in the 1940s, and preserve their stories for future generations.

Recent legal complaints claim staff at a San Diego County-owned emergency shelter sexually abused more than 100 children over decades, and the complaints blame county policy. In other news, a San Diego-based carrier strike group is being kept in the Middle East in the middle of the escalating conflict. Plus, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria and challenger Larry Turner, who is a San Diego police officer, will square off Thursday at KPBS for the second and final mayoral debate.

As Chula Vista ramps up its enforcement of parking laws, advocates worry the crackdown is hurting seniors. But they have ideas for reform.

An estimated 200,000 people, many of them Indigenous Māori, suffered abuse in New Zealand's foster and faith-based care over a period of seven decades

From the KPBS holiday events guide: The famed Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande will combine dance and music to share Mexican traditions for the holiday season, from posadas to piñatas. Details: 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Epstein Family Amphitheater, 9480 Innovation Ln., UC San Diego. From the organizers: With Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico del Rio GrandeMariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande invite you to celebrate the holiday season with Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico! Named for the beloved Andalusian Christmas Carol, this vibrant show weaves cherished Mexican traditions into a magical story of the season! Through the joyous rhythms of “Bells Upon Bells” and the colorful spectacle of Mexican dance, we capture the heartwarming reenactment of Mary and Joseph’s journey! You’ll experience the spirit of Posadas, the majesty of the Reyes Magos, and the thrill of breaking piñatas! Join Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande for an unforgettable program where every note and dance step embodies the rich cultural tapestry of Christmas in Mexico! Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar y Ballet Folklórico del Río Grande te invitan a celebrar la temporada navideña con Campana Sobre Campana: Navidad en México. Nombrado en honor al querido Villancico Andaluz, este vibrante espectáculo entrelaza tradiciones mexicanas entrañables en una mágica historia de la temporada. A través de los alegres ritmos de Campana Sobre Campana y el colorido espectáculo de la danza mexicana, capturamos la conmovedora representación del viaje de María y José. ¡Experimentarás el espíritu de las Posadas, la majestuosidad de los Reyes Magos y la emoción de romper piñatas! Únete a Ballet Folklórico del Río Grande y Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar en un programa inolvidable donde cada nota y paso de baile encarnan la rica cultura de la Navidad en México. Learn more here.

2025 is coming in hot! Get ready to dance your way into the New Year! Welcome 2025 with live DJs spinning non-stop, two stages, good friends, good drinks, and even better times! Tickets & VIP Tables will sell fast; get yours ASAP! This is a 21+ Event Interested in becoming a sponsor? Email us at team@sdmelanin.com Follow us on social at @SDMELANIN Visit: https://www.sdmelanin.com/events/new-years-eve-2024

A collaboration between local Amnesty International Group 471 & Rancho Buena Vista HS Amnesty Club to join the 10 million volunteers worldwide to write letters to advocate for human rights. Free to the public, inspiring speakers, refreshment, donation drive. Write a letter, change a life

Don your pajamas for our Polar Express Family Day! Join us for a day at the museum to watch the classic film, "The Polar Express," participate in crafts, and enjoy our exhibits. Film showing times: 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. A special appearance from Santa from 12:15-1:15 p.m. Goodie Bags with a silver bell, golden Polar Express Ticket, and train activity book, available while supplies last. Make your own Holiday Cards, Ornaments, and more! Polar Express Family Day is included in museum admission and the Balboa Park Explorer Pass. Get your general admission ticket for December 21 now: https://www.sdmrm.org/polarexpress Thank you to our event sponsor, First 5 San Diego! Polar Express Family Day and the activities and giveaways were made possible by First 5 San Diego.

The apology appeared after a wave of online protest against the Academy — first for not responding to Ballal's attack, and then for not naming him and his film directly in its initial statement.

Bob Cratchit is on his way home from work when a spaceship crash lands in his path. In this extraterrestrial twist on a holiday classic, an alien, a museum educator, an enormous piece of sacred toast and YOU help Bob navigate his existential workplace woes. Fates, Boots and Bob: A Hijacked Hootenanny Holiday Hullabaloo is a Holidy classic with a performance art twist written and performed by mika Castañeda, Maria Antonia Eguiarte, beck haberstroh, and Victor Castañeda H. Audience members are encouraged to bring an item to donate to Border Angels. More information regarding suitable items can be found on our website (projectblanksd.org) or at borderangels.org