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When a shortfall of several hundred thousand dollars almost derailed new homeless housing in Bakersfield, the savior that swooped in to salvage the project wasn’t an affordable housing nonprofit, state housing grant or other traditional source.

New Republican-backed laws in several states add large fines or criminal penalties for minor mistakes in voter registration work. As groups pull back, they're reaching fewer voters.

The California Coastal Commission has approved the city’s permit application, allowing for a new safe parking site and – eventually – two 300-bed temporary shelters.

Critics recommend some overlooked Black films from 2023

How do you stay cool when it's 120 degrees and there's no AC? Dr. Gulrez Shah Azhar, who grew up in India, shares strategies from the Global South.

On Saturday morning, Feeding San Diego is hosting a large-scale, free food distribution at Southwestern College in Chula Vista open to 1,200 households to help support San Diegans impacted by the recent storms. After a very wet week, volunteers will be onsite to distribute ready-to-eat food and produce to anyone in need of food assistance, no registration required. “Since the initial storm on January 22 that caused significant damage throughout the county, Feeding San Diego has been working within its food distribution network to get ready-to-eat food out into the community,” said Bob Kamensky, CEO of Feeding San Diego. “We are grateful to our partners at Southwestern College for providing a site to host 1,200 households this weekend. Food is a necessity, and we are here to provide it.” WHO: Feeding San Diego, the county’s leading hunger-relief and food rescue organization. WHAT: Large-scale food distribution for about 1,200 households. Attendees will receive about 40 pounds of ready-to-eat food and fresh produce. No registration is required. WHEN: Saturday, February 10 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. WHERE: Southwestern College 900 Otay Lakes Rd, Chula Vista, CA 91910 Parking Lot C Feeding San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

The group Listen to Michigan was urging voters in the state to vote uncommitted on the Democratic ballot as a protest vote against President Biden's handling of Israel's war in Gaza.

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Alicia Graf Mack about how she's reshaping Juilliard's prestigious Dance Division to make it more relevant than ever.

Chino Farm is delighted to welcome San Diego native and our good friend, Natasha Pickowicz, for a festive Mother’s Day book signing of her first book, "More Than Cake – 100 Baking Recipes Built for Pleasure and Community." A creative force in the world of baking, Natasha has merited three James Beard Award nominations for her work creating uniquely delicious and surprising pastries. She is a longtime patron of the farmstand and we are so excited to host her. Enjoy drinks and small treats inspired by the book and scoops of Aisu Creamery here at the farm on Mother’s Day, May 14, 2023. Natasha will be signing books bought at the event. No RSVP necessary. You can pre-reserve books @chinofarms instagram. Message, with full name, telephone number. View this event on Facebook / Instagram

A new LJMS commission sees one of the most acclaimed rock guitarists creating a show all about the wild and wonderful world of BUGS! Composer and musician Kaki King is considered one of the world’s greatest living guitarists, known both for her technical mastery and for her constant quest to push the boundaries of the instrument. Hailed by Rolling Stone as “a genre unto herself,” Kaki has released nine albums and toured extensively, presenting in such prestigious arts centers as the Kennedy Center, MoMA, LACMA, The Met and Smithsonian Design Museum. She has created music for numerous film and TV soundtracks, including August Rush and Into the Wild, for which received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Original Score. Now she brings her formidable talents to The Conrad in an exciting and fun show all about bugs, to delight kids and adults alike. For more information visit: theconrad.org Stay Connected on Instagram / Facebook