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The U.N. has identified Kabwe, a city of almost 300,000 people in Zambia, as one of the most polluted places on the planet. Who is to blame? And can justice be done?

On Friday, October 18, 2024, the San Diego Regional East County Chamber of Commerce will be celebrating its 22nd Annual Women in Leadership event at Sycuan Casino Resort. In 2003 the first Women in Leadership Luncheon (WILL) was launched with the idea of honoring women who excel professionally and as community leaders. The successful women of San Diego County, along with our inspirational keynote speakers, keep WILL growing year after year. The heart of WILL centers around each years' nominees: women who demonstrate exemplary character, integrity, and leadership. The roster of awardees over the past 21 years is a genuine San Diego honor roll. This year is sure to break records with keynote speaker Dr. Adela de la Torre, President of San Diego State University, emceed by KUSI's Lauren Phinney. Visit: https://business.eastcountychamber.org/events/details/10-18-22nd-women-in-leadership-luncheon-16507 San Diego Regional East County Chamber of Commerce on Instagram and Facebook

In November, voters will determine the fate of 10 propositions — including whether to borrow a combined $20 billion for climate programs and school construction, whether to approve three amendments to the state constitution and what direction to take on crime, health care and taxes.

The Hillcrest Business Association is thrilled to bring back Hillcrest’s haunted Halloween dance party and costume competition on Saturday, October 26 from 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. at Pride Plaza (at Normal Street and University Ave)! Join us in San Diego’s vibrant LGBTQ+ hub for a night of live entertainment, a costume competition (for both furry friends and humans), monstrous bars, spooktacular vendors, non-stop dancing, and top-notch people-watching. Don’t miss out on this thrilling event! The evening’s chills and thrills include: ● Main Stage Featuring Live Performances by Local DJs, Presented by Rich’s Nightclub ● Runway Show Costume Competitions ● Pet Costume Competition ● $2,000+ Prize Value for Costume Competition Winner! ● 21+ VIP Area ● Food Vendors with Delicious Bites ● Artisan Vendors ● Outdoor Block Party and Dance Floor ● Two Bars Serving up Spooky Cocktails, Beer, and Mocktails!

Trump addressed a sharply divided Congress, as he claimed an electoral mandate and vowed his administration was "just getting started." Throughout the speech, he faced repeated jeers from Democrats.

We're in the midst of an environmental crisis, and our current urban lifestyles clash with the natural systems that support our existence, especially when it comes to building our homes. An earth-building collective in Baja called Tequio is taking an age-old approach to construction that may help ease these environmental pressures. In today's episode, we sit with Alex Santander, a Tijuana-based architect to talk about building a future that's in harmony with the planet. Plus, we joined Tequio members Diego Larios and Miguel Angel Perez for a hands-on lesson in earth building. Join us as we explore what it means to build with the planet in mind, using traditional methods to tackle today's challenges. Cover art by Diego Larios About Season 6 Port of entry has a fresh new season for you with more rich stories of our border region. This time around, we are spotlighting Shapers and Visionaries of borderlands. Stories of People who are impacting the region and in some cases the world with their work and research. From urbanism to architecture to education and politics and to art and robotics! Listen in and join us! Social media and contact From KPBS, “Port of Entry” tells cross-border stories that connect us. More stories at www.portofentrypod.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/portofentrypodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/portofentrypod Support our show at www.kpbs.org/donate. Search “Port of Entry” in the gifts section to get our sling bag as a thank-you gift. If your business or nonprofit wants to sponsor our show, email corporatesupport@kpbs.org. Text or call the "Port of Entry" team at 619-500-3197 anytime with questions or comments about the show or email us at podcasts@kpbs.org. Credits Hosts: Alan Lilienthal and Natalie González Writer/Producer: Julio C. Ortiz Franco Technical Producer/Sound Designer: Adrian Villalobos Editor: Elma González Lima Brandão and Melissa Sandoval Episodes translated by: Natalie González and Julio C. Ortíz Franco Director of Audio Programming and Operations: Lisa Morrisette-Zapp This program is made possible, in part, by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people

The president directed several departments to submit plans for using federal funds to expand school choice.

A federal judge in San Francisco issued a temporary restraining order on the Trump administration's firings of thousands of probationary employees, calling the actions illegal.

Labor advocates and organizations say mass deportations would create a shortage of roofers, construction laborers and other trade workers, dramatically slowing recovery efforts after climate-driven disasters.

Sam Nujoma, the freedom fighter who led Namibia to independence from apartheid South Africa in 1990 and served as its first president for 15 years, has died. He was 95.