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Trump's pick for health secretary has a record of attacking vaccines. In fact he's even taken direct aim at bird flu shots. Scientists fear this doesn't bode well in case of a crisis.

Amanda Knox spent nearly four years in an Italian prison for a murder she didn't commit. After her exoneration, she reached out to the man who prosecuted her case. Knox's new memoir is Free.

A Facebook post by Supervisor Jim Desmond said the district was pushing a policy allowing men in women’s bathrooms and locker rooms, which was not in the language of the resolution voted on Thursday night.

Eisenberg's film follows two cousins on a Jewish heritage tour of Poland, which includes a stop at the Majdanek death camp. The story draws on his own family history — and his struggle with OCD.

Hola Friends! We are almost done showcasing LGBTQ+ stories of the region. In this edition, we talk to Andres Hernandez, a Non-Binary Writer and visual artist from Tijuana. She retells the story of how art helped her cope with the difficult realities of being queer in Tijuana and shares part of her struggles of coming out to her family and figuring out who she is. You won't want to miss this uplifting story of resilience! Nos vemos pronto! If you or anyone you know is a rape survivor please reach out to the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673. If you are in Tijuana, contact Red Iberoamericana Pro derechos humanos at +52 1 664 374 7223 If you or anyone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts please dial 988 for help. @portofentrypod Follow Andres and her work https://pics.ci.cultura.gob.mx/perfil/andres-hernandez/If you would like to support Andres consider buying some of her work. ************** Port of Entry has a whole new set of stories for you, this time centered around LGBTQ+ issues. This season we dive with our guests on what it means to be queer in the borderlands, finding yourself and fighting for your rights. Follow hosts Natali Gonzalez and Alan Lilienthal as they sit down with these fascinating people who share their stories. Listen in and join us! If you like this episode, show us some love @portofentrypod ************** From KPBS and PRX, “Port of Entry” tells cross-border stories that connect us. More stories at www.portofentrypod.org Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/portofentrypodcast Find us on Instagram or at 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. Feedback is a gift. Text or call the "Port of Entry" team at 619-500-3197 anytime with questions or comments about the show. Email us at podcasts@kpbs.org. “Port of Entry'' is written, produced and directed by Julio C. Ortiz Franco. Adrian Villalobos is our Technical Producer and Sound Designer. Alisa Barba is our editor. Lisa Morrisette-Zapp is Director of Audio Programming and Operations and John Decker is the Director of Content Development. This program is made possible, in part, by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Get ready for a great discussion featuring a book targeted to middle schoolers. Plus enjoy snacks! A FREE copy of the selected book will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis to those who plan to attend the club. This month we will discuss the book The Last Cuentista, by Donna Barba Higuera. Audience: This program is recommended for tweens and teens ages 12-14 Location: Homeschool Resource Center

Have you always wanted to learn how to play chess or improve your skills? If you have never played before, or are just looking for someone to practice with, join us for some friendly competition! All supplies are provided. Audience: Recommended for elementary school-aged children through adults. Location: Homeschool Resource Center

The Hill Street Country Club is excited to introduce a #FARSOUTHBORDERNORTH ✨ Exhibit: Backbone of Agriculture ✨ Social practice curation by Sandra Carmona featuring artworks by Sandra Carmona, Socorro Ramirez, Obdulia Garcia, Enriqueta Medina, Rosalba Mendoza, Sandra Becerra, Luis Santiago, Montserrat Ramos, Jorge Esquivel, Casandra Ramos, Armando Becerra, Jose Molina, Guadalupe Diaz, Fernando Becerra, Daniel Becerra , this exhibit is the result of a community engagement framework through art and wellbeing. Using a SEL (Social Emotional Learning) toolkit developed by “With These Hands I Can,” the exhibit encourages ownership and fosters ongoing dialogue through art. Featuring portraits and stories written by local farmworkers, this exhibit aims to take up space, be seen, and amplify their voices. Join us on Saturday, June 15th at 2:00 - 5:00 pm in celebrating the incredible contributions of our farmworkers and experiencing the role of art in our community. •••• Hill Street Country Club presenta la exposición: “La Espina de Agricultura, curación por @sandracarmonaart obras de arte de Sandra Carmona, Socorro Ramirez, Obdulia García, Enriqueta Medina, Rosalba Mendoza, Sandra Becerra, Luis Santiago, Montserrat Ramos, Jorge Esquivel, Casandra Ramos, Armando Becerra, José Molina, Guadalupe Díaz, Fernando Becerra, Daniel Becerra, Esta exposición, que presenta retratos e historias escritas por trabajadores agrícolas locales, pretende ocupar espacio, ser visto y amplificar sus voces. Únase este Sábado 15 de Junio de 2:00 a 5:00 p. m. para celebrar las increíbles contribuciones de nuestros artistas campesinos. Collaborators: Far South Border North, Mujeres Poderosas, Fallbrook Lideres, CRLA, The Hill Street Country Club Gallery, RISE San Diego, the California Arts Council, Union del Barrio, UURISE. Related links: The Hill Street Country Club on Instagram

A play about the drive-in, flowers meet art, Oceanside's disappearing places and more arts and culture events in San Diego this weekend.

Durante la primera administración de Trump, California aprobó una ley de “Estado Santuario” que, con algunas excepciones, prohibía a las fuerzas de seguridad locales transferir automáticamente a personas a las autoridades federales de inmigración. Ahora, el estado se prepara para presentar recursos legales para frustrar los planes de deportación masiva de una segunda administración de Trump.