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Cinema Junkie explores how absurdity and laughter are used in activism — from viral videos to street performances and even historical resistance movements.

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026 at 11:30 p.m. on KPBS TV. Watching a child learn how to swim is like witnessing a great opera. The maestro of this emotional orchestra is Bill Marsh. Swimming is the closest human beings will ever get to flying. And there is no greater joy (or fear) than watching your kid take the leap. Watching Bill teach kids how to swim is the parable we need, because inside his lessons are profound universal truths.

Will the real Daeron please stand up?

Glen Hansard, the Irish singer who won an Oscar for the musical movie Once and the led the bands The Frames and The Swell Season, died on Wednesday. He died following a motorcycle crash in Dublin.

The fees will range from $2.50 per hour to $16 per day. City residents will get a 50% discount compared to nonresidents, and visitors will also have access to a quarterly or annual parking pass.

Compared to the start of President Trump's second term, David Venturella takes over an agency with a larger workforce, more financial resources — and also a continued funding lapse.

Matt Mahan says San Jose is the safest big city in the country and that his proven track record has earned him the support of the tech industry in Silicon Valley.

Lucas Smith, celebrated award-winning artist is presenting a “Retrospective” solo exhibition from June 4 – June 30 in the Winer Family Community Room & Art Gallery of the San Carlos Branch Library. Lucas has brought a fresh perspective to abstract art, blending imagination, raw materials and refined techniques to create pieces that invite viewers on a journey of exploration. This show is a retrospective collection of his personal favorites from prior series and key moments along his artistic growth journey. Lucas is the resident artist of Studio 2 at Art on 30th in North Park, San Diego. In the past year, his work has been juried in dozens of shows in some of San Diego County’s best galleries and awarded Best of Show, two 1st place, two 2nd place, 3rd place, Juror’s Choice, three Honorable Mentions and People’s Choice. Lucas is a member of Carlsbad Oceanside Art League, San Diego Watercolor Society, OMA Artist Alliance, Sergeant Art Group, Foothills Art Association, and the San Diego Museum of Art. He currently serves as the Assistant Director of the SDWS 45th International Exhibition and devotes his energy to commissioned creations and continued maturity of his artistic vision and voice. Consistent with the theme, Lucas is offering this collection at retrospective pricing for the month of June ranging between $75 - $395! 20% of proceeds go to San Carlos Friends of the Library. The San Carlos Branch Library is located at 7265 Jackson Drive, San Diego, California, 92119. A free public Artist Reception will be held on Saturday, June 21 from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. Come explore this exciting exhibition, vote for and/or take home your favorite and meet Lucas who is quickly becoming one of San Diego’s premier artists! Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lucas-smith-art-retrospective-solo-exhibition-tickets-1395581906049?aff=oddtdtcreator

Lunar New Year AXIS Event Saturday, February 14 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Outdoor Copley Plaza Join us for this free, family-friendly event celebrating the start of the Year of the Horse, featuring traditional dragon dance performances, martial arts demonstrations, live music, arts and crafts, and food vendors. This event is free and for the whole family to enjoy. Visit: https://www.theoldglobe.org/arts-engagement/axis/ The Old Globe on Instagram and Facebook

An investigation is underway to determine the cause. Police said the suspects claimed they were bullied at school.