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Cities need nonprofits to serve their most vulnerable. But in Chula Vista, some nonprofit leaders say dealing with difficult city officials isn’t worth the trouble. Meanwhile, a year after voters approved the ballot measure, the process has finally begun towards establishing San Diego City’s Commission on Police Practices. Plus, a new YA fantasy novel by San Diego author Lizz Huerta builds a magical Mesoamerican-inspired world where a lineage of seers — women known as Dreamers — can see truth beyond reality.

During Tuesday's State of the Union speech, President Joe Biden announced a new "test to treat" plan for COVID-19 using Pfizer antiviral pills. KPBS speaks with a local expert about what you need to know about it. Meanwhile, a new report from the United Nations’ panel on climate change lays out a grim picture of the future. Plus, we go behind the scenes of La Jolla playhouse’s new musical that takes inspiration from competitive Bhangra, a dance style that mixes Indian and Western influences.

San Diego officials touted their efforts against illegal dispensaries in East County yesterday. District attorney Summer Stephan says her office has prosecuted 70 people involved in these operations and the charges include robbery, extortion and murder. Meanwhile, Congressman Juan Vargas who represents San Diego’s border region speaks out against the Biden administration continuing Trump’s Remain in Mexico policy. Also, it’s cookie season and the Girl Scouts are going virtual.

Rick Gentry, CEO of the San Diego Housing Commission, will resign from his job at the end of March. That gives the City Council an opportunity to remake the agency. Meanwhile, we bring you an interview with one of the finalists for the San Diego Unified school district superintendent position. Plus, local civil rights hero Harold K. Brown reflects on his 1960s-era radio show.

Over the years, documentaries about celebrities have proven to be the most popular films of the genre. But some filmmakers are facing unfamiliar territory when their families are involved.

The PS VR2 enables gorgeous games like the post-apocalyptic 'Horizon Call of the Mountain.' But it may not appeal beyond a high-tech niche.

As case counts surge in China, rumors circulate about the effectiveness and safety of the made-in-China vaccines in use there. Here's what we know about CoronaVac and Sinopharm.

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President Biden gave his first State of the Union address last night amid rising tensions with Russia. We have reactions from San Diegans with loved ones in Ukraine. Meanwhile, the San Diego City Council on Tuesday formally accepted $8.3 million in additional aid to help low-income tenants pay rent and utility bills during the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, there’s been long delays for state hearings on wage theft cases, and that’s hurting low wage workers hoping to recover the money they're owed.

The 11th Annual Artists Guild Show Exhibition and Sale will feature over 100 works in an exciting variety of mediums and disciplines including painting, printmaking, fine art jewelry, sculpture, textile arts, photography, mixed media, and more. This year’s show Juror for selection and awards is Richard Stergulz. Daily from Saturday, June 11 through Sunday, July 10 during gallery hours. Location | The Fallbrook Art Center Admission: Exhibitions are $6 to the general public and free for Sponsors, Premier, Friends & Guild Members, Active Military, Under 18, and Students with College ID (for most exhibitions) For more information, please visit 11th Annual Artists Guild Show web site or call (760) 728-1414.