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After multiple mass shootings in California, some researchers want to reframe the issue of gun violence as a public health issue. Then, on the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service removed four plants and a bird unique to San Clemente Island from protected status. And, the long and storied history of Aztec football is the subject of a new book featuring a treasure trove of images capturing the highs and lows over a century.

Friday, Feb. 9, 2024 at 8 p.m. on KPBS 2 / PBS App + Encore Monday, Feb. 12, 2024 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV. Enjoy a concert celebration honoring the legacy of Gospel music in America. As a companion to GOSPEL, hosted by Henry Louis Gates, Jr., secular and gospel artists sing their favorite gospel classics.

California allows anyone not currently incarcerated for a felony sentence to register to vote and vote in elections.

No address, no problem. You can still vote. Here's how to vote if you are temporarily unhoused.

Premieres Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS App + Encores Sunday, Feb. 11 at 3 p.m. on KPBS TV and 9 p.m. on KPBS 2. The giant stone heads of Easter Island have inspired theories for centuries. Now, new research reveals intriguing evidence of the origins and inspirations of the ancient Rapanui people who created the iconic monoliths.

A new study conducted by Dartmouth College found test scores could have helped less advantaged students gain access to the school.

Premieres Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS App + Encore Sunday, Feb. 11 at 8 p.m. and Thursday, Feb. 15 at 7 p.m. on KPBS 2. Shorebirds fly thousands of miles each year along ancient and largely unknown migratory routes called Flyways. Follow conservationists and scientists who are racing against the clock to understand and save these shorebirds.

In the past week, the U.S. has targeted Israeli settlers in the West Bank, families continued to mourn their losses and Israel claimed to have defeated Hamas in a key Gaza city.

King Charles III has been diagnosed with cancer and began treatment Monday, Buckingham Palace says.

With rain expected to fall across the area Monday, additional shelter space was opened today by the San Diego Housing Commission and the city of San Diego to help the homeless escape the inclement weather.