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Emergency child care funds from the pandemic will expire this month, and if nothing is done, centers could shut down and thousands of kids could be left without care. We have details on what lawmakers are doing to prevent that from happening. In other news, an administrative law judge is mulling over proposals that would dramatically change the way California residents pay for electricity. Plus, how hackers are deceiving people online by sending them emails that seem to be from someone else.

When NPR was offered the chance to interview Martin Sheen and Melissa Fitzgerald about The West Wing, I dashed through the newsroom with an energy to rival the show's iconic walk and talks.

The multi-platinum-selling indie pop band is using research to inspire fans to take immediate action against climate change.

At the Pittsburgh Sword Fighters club, members are asked to leave their politics at the door, a rule that has led to closer relationships and more learning from one another.

Fix your items for free! There is a better way than throw-away. Join the San Diego Fixit Clinic at the Chula Vista Norman Park Senior Center on December 16 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m, Learn how to repair your broken items for FREE with our volunteer Fixit Coaches. Learn how to | • Fix broken appliances and gadgets • Repair road and mountain bikes • Mend your favorite outfit Free to the public, register today!

Dozens more migrants were dropped off at the Oceanside Transit Center Friday. Local leaders are calling it a symptom of a broken immigration system. In other news, a lot of vehicles that used to only run on human power have been electrified. The offer of greater speed and ease of use from electric bikes, scooters and skateboards, has encouraged travelers and environmentalists who want to reduce our reliance on gas-powered cars. But are they safe? Plus, it’s Hispanic Heritage month, and the San Diego Unified School District has a first-of-its-kind flag flying over its administration building.

A leaked video of a phone call between independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Donald Trump shows the former president expressing doubt about vaccines.

A Reimagining of The Nutcracker Friday, November 10, 7:00 p.m. Saturday, November 11, 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. California Center for the Arts, Escondido, Center Theater Join A Step Beyond for a reimagining of The Nutcracker ballet through dance, theater, music, and puppetry. The story begins at Maria’s Quinceñera and through the magic of the night, the audience journeys to Mexico in search of Maria’s father. Related links: A Step Beyond on Instagram A Step Beyond on Facebook

This fabulous holiday gift boutique show offers unique, affordable, artful gifts handcrafted by regional artists and artisans, perfect for holiday gift giving. Nov. 11 to Jan. 7, 2024 Free Admission HOURS: Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Sunday Noon – 3 p.m. | Closed Mondays & Major Holidays Fallbrook Art Center on Facebook / Instagram

Longtime NPR correspondent Ina Jaffe has died. She was 75 years old, and had been living with cancer for the past few years.