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UC San Diego researchers have spelled out the math that explains how pelicans can fly for miles along the coast while barely flapping their wings. KPBS environment Reporter Erik Anderson says the information has implications for understanding the warming climate.

Memorial Day ceremonies at Fort Rosecrans and Miramar National Cemeteries were again paired down this year due to COVID-19 restrictions. And, the National Parks Service has issued new guidance on how best to prioritize conservation efforts in the face of intensifying climate change. Plus, details continue to surface about the gunman who killed nine people at a Valley Transportation Authority light rail yard in San Jose on Wednesday. Then, a North County San Diego farming family of Japanese descent has overcome legal barriers, internment camps, and most recently, the pandemic. Also, a new multimedia series by The San Diego Union-Tribune spotlights social justice reporting across San Diego. Finally, a La Mesa author releases her debut novel in a post-catastrophic world where human memories are erased every four years to preserve peace.

The Burnham-Moores Center for Real Estate invites you to attend its upcoming virtual real estate event. Join Mitch Roschelle, founding partner of Macro Trends Advisors LLC, and visiting research fellow within University of San Diego School of Business' real estate program, who will lead a lively discussion on the headlines impacting real estate. Roschelle is the co-host of The NoPo Podcast and is a widely-recognized media commentator on real estate, housing, public policy, business trends, capital markets and the economy. Following Roschelle's presentation, Norm Miller, PhD, Hahn Chair of Real Estate Finance at the University of San Diego School of Business, will lead an informal "fireside chat" with Roschelle and will address questions from the audience.

Paul Markovich, president and CEO of Blue Shield of California, joined Midday Edition on Friday to talk about the hurdles the state must overcome to reach herd immunity and slow the spread of coronavirus.

The former Tennessee nurse faces prison time for a fatal medication mistake. Reaction from her peers was swift and fierce on social media and beyond ― and it isn't over.

Even the oldest standing structure in Downtown San Diego is not immune to the pandemic’s devastations. KPBS Reporter Melissa Mae explains the trouble facing the historic heart of the Gaslamp District.

In a first for San Diego County, the National City City Council passed a cannabis ordinance that includes the approval of three cannabis lounges. Meanwhile, many Californians are nervous about the state fully reopening in coming weeks. Plus, the flight of pelicans and how it’s related to Climate Change.

California Appeals San Diego Judge’s Ruling Overturning Assault Weapon Ban Description: State leaders announced Thursday that an appeal has been filed in response to a San Diego federal judge's ruling that overturned California's three-decade-old ban on assault weapons. Plus, the San Diego Unified School District announced on Tuesday a new principal for Lincoln High. Melissa Agudelo will serve as co-principal with the current principal, Stephanie Brown. And while parents await further guidance on vaccinating children under 12, many are wondering what social precautions must be taken as California prepares to reopen on June 15. Then, the loss of taste and smell is now widely known as a telltale sign of COVID-19. But fewer people are aware of another potential lingering side effect: when scents and flavors become distorted. Also, more than 12,000 American Legion posts closed for at least part of the pandemic. Those closures left some posts in financial trouble. Finally, in a new episode of the KPBS Explore podcast, "The Parker Edison Project," we talk with a photographer who's worked on everything from album covers to popular movies like "Friday" and "Exit Through the Gift Shop."

Gone are the days of long lines, internet delays and supply shortages for the coronavirus vaccine. Demand in San Diego County is down. Supply is so abundant healthcare systems are asking for less doses. So, is this an indication we are winning this fight against COVID-19 and close to herd immunity or does this mean there is much more work to do in terms of getting people vaccinated.

The numbers are staggering. In the past two days, Governor Gavin Newsom has unveiled parts of a 100 billion dollar pandemic recovery plan for California. Included in those proposals are a second round of 6-hundred dollar stimulus checks and a 12 billion dollar plan to secure housing for homeless Californians.