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A special education staffing crisis is raging through many U.S. school districts. It's taking a toll on students and families.

Cygnet Theatre's world premiere from former San Diego playwright Keiko Green centers on an odd mother-son relationship, a decrepit apartment building and a big question: Who is Sharon? Plus, we hear about other arts and culture happenings in San Diego.

Directors talk about staging the Bard's romantic comedies and why they are still relevant.

It's heeeeeeere. HAUNTING for something fun to do this Halloweekend? San Diego's ONLY pun competition (as seen on CBS8 Morning Extra) is back on the FCI Main Stage on Saturday, October 28 at 10 p.m. - and we're hosting a punny costume competition with a prize in addition to our usual pun throwdown. Watch, laugh, groan, or *join* word nerds from across the city as they battle to see who's the punniest on the west GHOST—and win a coveted Golden Nugget trophy! Want to compete or learn how it's done? Sign up on the spot at the show OR comment below, and we'll show you how to get in on the PUN. Tickets are pay-what-you-can. Get them here before they disappear!

In this producer's takeover, Julio talks to Ibrahim and Yernur, two Eurasian migrants who reached Tijuana after they both got into hot water in their native countries of Russia and Kazakhstan. We join them and other refugees for a meal as they talk to us about their journeys to request asylum in the US. Tune in! @portofentrypod ************** Port of Entry has whole new set of stories with you, this time centered around food and migration. This season we share several stories about how food has changed cities in the borderlands, including episodes on folks who have made Valle de Guadalupe, the famous wine region of northern Baja, their home. Follow hosts Natali Gonzalez and Alan Lilienthal as they sit down with these fascinating people who share their personal and family stories. Listen in and join us! If you like this episode, show us some love @portofentrypod ************** From KPBS and PRX, “Port of Entry” tells cross-border stories that connect us. More stories at www.portofentrypod.org Find us on Facebook Find us on Instagram Support our show at www.kpbs.org/donate. Search “Port of Entry” in the gifts section to get our sling bag as a thank-you gift. If your business or nonprofit wants to sponsor our show, email corporatesupport@kpbs.org. Feedback is a gift. Text or call the "Port of Entry" team at 619-500-3197 anytime with questions or comments about the show. Email us at podcasts@kpbs.org. “Port of Entry'' is written, produced and directed by Julio C. Ortiz Franco. Luca Vega is our Technical Producer and Sound Designer. Alisa Barba is our editor. Episodes are translated by Julio C. Ortiz Franco and Natali Gonzales. Elma Gonzalez and M.G. Perez are our Spanish Editors. Lisa Morrisette-Zapp is Director of Audio Programming and Operations and John Decker is the Director of Content Development. This program is made possible, in part, by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center (SMSC), a nonprofit organization that serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, will celebrate spooky season at the upcoming “Spookeasy” event on Saturday, October 21 from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. In true speakeasy fashion, the event will take place at a hidden location on SMSC’s two-acre campus, adding to the thrilling fun. Guests will be taken back to the 1920s, where speakeasies were prominent, but spirits may haunt about. All are encouraged to come dressed in costumes to have a chance of winning prizes in the costume contest. Along with signature cocktails and spooktacular bites, the event will feature live music and entertainment, a cigar bar, and opportunity drawings. Brave attendees can stroll down the haunted trail, if they dare. This night of thrills and chills raises funds for SMSC’s nationally recognized innovative programs, such as the Activity Center, Adult Developmental Center, Behavior Modification Program, and Senior Program. The center’s “Life Program” allows students to develop creative outlets, learn marketable skills, and gain a sense of independence and self-esteem. Over 400 students attend SMSC, ranging from high school graduates to seniors in their eighties. The event is being put on by RunEC, a leadership project born out of the San Diego Regional East County Chamber’s Leadership Class of 2012. RunEC has raised over $200,000 for local nonprofits over the years through community events. Tickets are on sale now and start at $125. VIP tickets include access to a VIP tasting room, and Premium tastings will be offered to those who purchase Premium Tickets. To RSVP or donate, please visit www.spookeasy.org/. About St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center: St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center (SMSC), a nonprofit organization in El Cajon, CA, educates and empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to realize their full potential. Founded in 1966 by the Society of the Sacred Heart, the Center first focused on pre-school children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. When public schools began to assume that role in the early 1970s, SMSC shifted its focus to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Today, SMSC provides work training and social experiences that encourage students to become well-rounded, contributing members of the greater community. The Center also strives to educate the community about the realities of intellectual and developmental disabilities, such as Down syndrome, autism, and cerebral palsy. It employs over 120 staff members and is served by more than 150 dedicated volunteers. A fleet of some 45 paratransit vans and buses transports students between home, campus, and work sites, five days a week. For more information, visit www.stmsc.org St. Madeleine Sophie's Center on Facebook

Tickets for Zombie Night - San Diego Halloween Bar Crawl🎫 General Admission for 1 person Highlights✨ Tour the hottest venues in town under a single all-access pass👻 Party with more than 300 ghouls and ghosts that'll share the crawl with you🍸 Enjoy live entertainment, welcome shots, and more General Info📅 Date: October 28🕒 Time: 6 p.m. - 2 a.m. Check-in 6 - 9 p.m.📍 Location: Bloom Nightclub | 919 Fourth Ave suite 100, San Diego👤 Age requirement: 21+ with valid ID👗 Dress code: Come in costume! Celebrate the spooky season in style with the San Diego Halloween Bar Crawl, the best way to tour the hottest venues in town under a single all-access pass! Enjoy drink specials, nightclub entry passes, and more perks for you to party through Halloween at some of the city's finest locations. You'll find live entertainment, welcome shots, and more. Don't miss out on all the witching hour shenanigans you'll engage in with the more than 300 ghouls and ghosts that'll share the crawl with you. Get your tickets now for the Zombie Night - San Diego Halloween Bar Crawl!

Netiporn Sanesangkhom, 28, was a member of the activist group Thaluwang, known demanding reform of the monarchy and abolition of the law that makes it illegal to defame members of the royal family.

Walmart said it will require most remote workers in its Dallas, Atlanta and Toronto offices to relocate to its offices in Bentonville, Arkansas; Hoboken, New Jersey; and the San Francisco Bay Area.

In his latest work, author Luis Alberto Urrea retraces history through a deeply personal family connection.