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War on the Home Front

Airs Friday, March 26, 2010 at 10:30 p.m. on KPBS TV

Why do cats owners take their pet to the veterinarian less often than dog owners do? We speak to two local veterinarians about the benefits of preventive care for cats, and some of the most common illnesses that cats face.

Experts say medical identity theft has increased sharply in recent months. Patients use someone else's insurance card, Social Security number or name to receive health care. This can be dangerous for victims, especially if their imposter's health information is recorded in their chart and causes a mix-up.

Smart is scheduled to testify Oct. 1 at a federal competency hearing in the case of street preacher David Mitchell, accused of kidnapping her from her Salt Lake City home when she was 14.

Big, Dumb, and Lots of Fun

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation has announced the recipients of this year's fellowships. Twenty-four innovators in art, science, writing and more will each receive $500,000 over the next five years.

KPBS Envision Host Joanne Faryon highlights some of the key issues discovered during the two-month investigation into food.

Earlier this week, the San Diego Unified School District sent out 1,300 layoff notices to teachers and other district staff. We discuss how the district's budget could be affected by the yet-to-be-approved June special election, and the governor's proposal to eliminate redevelopment agencies. Plus, what can the district do to prevent future layoffs and budget deficits?

Luis Alberto Urzua, 54, is the shift foreman who is credited with helping the trapped miners endure 17 days in isolation before Chileans discovered the men had survived the mine collapse. The rescue ends an ordeal that gripped Chile and much of the world.