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Women call the shots among the Mosuo people of southwest China. However, things are changing. Tourism has helped them escape poverty but also has eroded traditional family structures.

Airs Tues., Sept. 22, 2015 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV and at GI Film Festival

As he sat on the edge of the ballroom stage at the Sacramento Hyatt Hotel Saturday afternoon, California Republican Party Chairman Jim Brulte seemed to have not a care in the world.

One corner of the garden of Alnwick Castle in northern England grows a hundred plants behind lock and key. Many of the toxic species there were used by medieval doctors — nasty plants adapted to heal.

Michael Jacobson invented a new style of food activism. For four decades, he led the fight against "junk food." He's now stepping down as president of the Center for Science in the Public Interest.

Community members bet on City Heights block party to shed stigma, spur action

The California Assembly and Senate on Thursday green-lighted a plan that would make the statewide minimum wage $15 an hour by 2022. The bill now goes to Gov. Jerry Brown, who is expected to sign it.

San Diego's shortage of 911 dispatchers is a continuing issue of concern at the City Council, and the issue has become part of the mayoral race.

Many patients like the convenience of being able to quickly consult a doctor by text or phone or webcam instead of heading to an urgent care clinic. But the cost of consultations can add up.

Tim Duncan says he is retiring from the San Antonio Spurs after 19 seasons with the franchise. He helped the team win five NBA titles.