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The suspect in Saturday's Brown University shooting was discovered dead at a storage facility in New Hampshire. The same man is suspected in the fatal shooting of an MIT physics professor on Monday.

Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center is inviting the community to come kick off the holiday season and shop local vendors at the Annual Holiday Bazaar. The Holiday Bazaar will take place on Saturday, November 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Olivewood Gardens and will feature more than 40 local vendors and Kitchenista entrepreneurs, and food for purchase prepared by our High School Culinary Program Interns. The free community event is an opportunity to discover handmade goods, holiday gifts, and treats. All proceeds will support the growth of locally owned small businesses. A variety of unique, locally made products will be available for purchase, including handmade scented soaps, candles, salsa macha, local honey, sourdough bread, tamales, jewelry, handbags, knitted wear, and much more. Kitchenista entrepreneurs will be selling artisanal breads, handcrafted jewelry, and Mexican artisan goods. A variety of seasonal fruits, vegetables, herbs, and ornamentals will be available for purchase to support Olivewood’s programs. Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center promotes health equity, food access, and community building. Proceeds from the Holiday Bazaar will help Olivewood continue to provide resources, programming, and nutritious food access to the community it serves. Olivewood collaborates with the community of National City and neighboring areas to increase access to fresh foods and vegetables and green spaces, fostering a healthier and more equitable future for all families. To learn more, visit olivewoodgardens.org ###  About Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center is an 8-acre nonprofit organization in National City, California, dedicated to nourishing communities and cultivating a deep connection to the environment through nutrition education, sustainable urban agriculture, collective advocacy, and intergenerational leadership. Since 2010, Olivewood has provided hands-on garden and nutrition programs that inspire youth and families to make healthy and sustainable choices. Learn more at www.olivewoodgardens.org.   Olivewood Gardens on Facebook / Instagram

All are welcome to the opening reception of the "Coronado Plein Air Art Exhibition"! Meet the artists, listen to live music, and enjoy light refreshments. Meet the winner of the Coronado Art Prize, Artist Mary Hale! Exhibit will feature artists: Mary Hale, Jim Nix, Katie Karosich, Connie Spitzer, Jody Esquer, Doris Rice, Joan Nie, Matt DeGree, Nathan McCall, and Tina Christiansen Cellist Peter Ko will perform from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Exhibit is curated by the Coronado Art Colony and runs August 5 - November 1. Coronado Public Library on Facebook / Instagram

Originally published as part of a 2024 feature, this piece revisits three local creators whose work draws on toys, '90s pop culture and cultural identity ahead of Comic-Con 2025.

Dine Out. Give Back. Fuel Creativity. Support students and the arts with one simple (and delicious) choice, dine at Upper East on August 3, and 15% of your bill will benefit the California Center for the Arts, Escondido Foundation and its Artful Start: Back-to-School event. So relax, dinner is made for you and your meal helps provide local K–12 students in need with the resources, inspiration, and support they deserve to start the school year strong. Why It Matters Your support helps fund Artful Start, a free back-to-school celebration designed to uplift and empower local students through creativity and community. Hosted by the California Center for the Arts, Escondido Foundation as part of our Arts for All programming, this event provides: - Art-filled backpacks with high-quality supplies, art books, and planners - Complimentary haircuts so students head back feeling fresh and confident - Hands-on art projects and a free annual museum pass for every student - Access to local resources through a family-focused community fair How You Can Help It’s easy: Dine at Upper East anytime on Sunday, August 3, and 15% of your total bill will be donated back to the Foundation. Don’t forget to mention you are there for the fundraiser. Show up hungry and ready to support a great cause. Spread the Word Can’t make it? Share the event with friends, post on social, or make a direct donation to help us reach even more students this school year. California Center for the Arts, Escondido Foundation on Facebook / Instagram

At one shelter, kennels are hosed down with dogs inside them and the vast majority of dogs do not have beds, leaving them to sleep on concrete floors.

Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination in May, citing the billionaire's donations to Democrats and ties to Elon Musk. He was renominated last month and confirmed by a 67-30 Senate vote on Wednesday.

Tiki Oasis Celebrates its 25th Anniversary! Tiki Oasis is a family run five-night, four-day live music Polynesian Pop Mid-Century Centric event, featuring live music, art exhibits, educational seminars, fashion shows, sunset dinners, a bustling Tiki Marketplace with over 150 vendors, LGBT meetups, tropical cocktails curated by top mixologists, wedding options, dance, pool parties, caftan meetups, costumed pup parade, a 1960s music party, and more! Tiki Oasis is the original and largest Tiki event in the entire world. Tiki Oasis prides itself on being all-inclusive; everyone is welcome to join the fun! At Tiki Oasis, we make a concerted effort to ensure all our attendees feel valued, safe, and free to be their most authentic selves. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion and respect, as reflected in Tiki Oasis’ Diversity & Inclusion Council, LGBTiki Meet-Up, and Melanted Tiki Meetup. Tickets can be purchased on line - seminar tickets can be purchased ala carte - the art show and marketplace, among other events before 4 p.m., are free and open to the public. Tiki Oasis on Facebook / Instagram

We explore the health impacts of housing being built near freeways. Then, we talk about social prescribing with a local health provider. Plus, how to keep track of your hormonal wellness.

So, you’re in San Diego during Comic-Con weekend, but there’s a problem: no badge. Don’t worry, KPBS has compiled a list of offsite events you can attend without a badge and still be a part of the fun.