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The first Black woman appointed to the Supreme Court says Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem, "The Ladder of Saint Augustine," has been a guiding principle. Jackson's new memoir is Lovely One.

Corn dogs, deep-fried Twinkies, butter sculptures and influenza virus? Here’s why state fairs could be potential breeding grounds for viral mutation.

Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba's resignation offer comes days after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned about an imminent Cabinet reshuffle.

Meet anthropologist and author, Jason De León, at the Museum of Us on Thursday, May 9, to celebrate the launch of his book “Soldiers and Kings: Survival and Hope in the World of Human Smuggling”. Join us for a workshop and exhibit walks in the “Hostile Terrain 94” exhibition, a panel discussion, and book signing. This three-part event will begin at 3:30 p.m., with the panel discussion beginning at 5 p.m. Guests are welcome to come for any, or all, parts of the program. This is a free event, and advance registration is highly encouraged. For more information visit: museumofus.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

High tide floods – when water collects in streets or even seeps into buildings on days without rain – are increasingly common in coastal areas as sea levels rise, a new report warns.

The incoming hot spell prompted the NWS to issue excessive-heat warnings for the inland valleys, mountains and deserts of the county.

Thursdays, May 1 - 22, 2025 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream Seasons 1 - 5 now with KPBS Passport! The award-winning British mystery series stars Michael Kitchen as DCI Christopher Foyle, a man of few words and rock-solid convictions. Set in a quiet English coastal town during WWII and in London during the Cold War's early days.

Cinema Under the Stars presents: “The Big Lebowski” Thursday, May 23 at 8 p.m. Friday, May 24 at 8 p.m. Saturday, May 25 at 8 p.m. Sunday, May 26 at 8 p.m. (Holiday Weekend) Cinema Under The Stars 4040 Goldfinch Street San Diego, CA 92103 (619) 295-4221 www.topspresents.com Cost: $17, $18, $20 Ages: 18+ "The Big Lebowski" (1998) - `The Dude' Leboswki is mistaken for Jeffrey Lebowski, who is The Big Lebowski. Which explains why he's roughed up and has his precious rug peed on. In search of recompense, The Dude tracks down his namesake, who offers him a job. His wife has been kidnapped and he needs a reliable bagman. Aided and hindered by his pals Walter Sobchak, a Vietnam vet, and Donny, master of stupidity. Cinema Under the Stars is an intimate outdoor movie theater in Mission Hills with single and double zero-gravity reclining lounge chairs, sky-boxes and love seat cabanas. Heaters, pillows and blankets are provided. A vintage cartoon is shown before most films. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended. Members may make phone reservations up to one week in advance. Online reservations for Members begin on Mondays at 9 a.m. Online reservations for Non-Members begin on Tuesdays at 9 a.m. The box office opens at 6 p.m, Fridays - Sundays. Admission Prices: Members - $17. No-members (at the box office) - $18. Non-members (with online reservations) - $20. Annual Memberships - $125 (for two people). Pay with Cash, Checks, or Venmo. All concessions are $3.00 each Free popcorn for Members. Reservations must be cancelled by 5 p.m. online, or call the Cinema before 6 p.m. Come early to avoid a line. For more information, call (619) 295-4221, or visit the website (www.topspresents.com)

Former LA Mayor Eric Garcetti denies he knew about a top adviser's alleged abuse at City Hall. An NPR investigation raises new questions about whether the now U.S. ambassador to India lied under oath.

From how to read the polls to big moments yet to come for Vice President Harris and former President Donald Trump, here are five themes and questions to think about this fall.