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San Diego's biggest expansion of public transit in more than 15 years is now up and running, but there are still issues accessing the new line. Plus, public health officials say there’s a disparity in who’s getting the COVID-19 booster shot. Also, an audit of the San Diego Regional Crime Laboratory has revealed major lapses in security and testing protocols over the past several years that could call into question the credibility of evidence used in previous criminal cases. Meanwhile, universal preschool is coming to California in 2025, but some believe it could have disastrous consequences for child care centers and families seeking early care, with the impact falling hardest on communities of color. And, with the proliferation of e-scooters and bikes, we take a look at the city of San Diego’s permitting system and how it plans to limit the number of operators and e-devices. Finally, with Comic-Con Special Edition happening this Friday, KPBS arts reporter Beth Accomando talks to a comic book store to find out how it has been impacted by the pandemic.

Congressional leaders were delivered a bombshell yesterday when an open letter to lawmakers raised caution over the Border Patrol’s Critical Incident Teams. Plus, San Diego researchers are traveling to and watching Scotland online next week as scientists and world leaders gather there to talk about climate. And, this weekend, you can add some art and culture to your spooky weekend with outdoor performances of Shakespeare's creepiest scenes, Latin-inspired classical ballet and some artistic community ofrendas.

Join us for a fun outdoor painting class as we paint “Wine at the Beach” while you sip your favorite adult beverage at Quartyard. All ages welcome! You will be guided step-by-step through the entire painting process by fun and entertaining artist and instructor Darrin Fuller. You’re sure to enjoy a fun and creative evening as you produce your very own masterpiece! All materials and supplies are provided. No experience necessary. We encourage artistic freedom! You can alter the painting to fit your style and use any of our colors. Quartyard is home to an eatery, dog run, full service beer garden, event venue, art space and coffee shop. Food and beverage are purchased separately from your ticket price. Outdoor heaters in use as needed for your comfort. Date | Thursday, April 28 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Location | Quartyard Get tickets here! General admission is $45. Please arrive early (at least 15 minutes) to allow for parking, check in and to order your first beverage and tasty food dish. Event will begin promptly at 6pm so be ready to have fun! This event is brought to you by Painting & Vino San Diego. For more information, please visit paintingandvino.com/event/wine-at-the-beach or call the instructor at (855) 410-8330.

Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / On demand with PBS Video App. The film chronicles Proposition 187, a California ballot measure passed in 1994 that sought to deny public services to undocumented immigrants. While the initiative was meant to keep the “immigrant threat” at bay, it mobilized non-immigrants and immigrants in Latino communities as well as their allies across the state.

Fellows of Disability Futures for this year honors disabled lineages in art, which is to say, traces the links between elders and emerging artists across the country.

Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: Gabrielle Zevin's Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris, and more.

It's hard not to get swept up in this journey — full of filthy one-liners and priceless sight gags. And the film pulls it off with a level of savvy about Asian culture still rarely seen in Hollywood.

This year's crop may not have a James Bond theme or a ubiquitous Disney banger, but it's got range — thanks in part to a viral dance number from RRR.

North Coast Repertory Theatre presents Susan Claassen in the award-winning A CONVERSATION WITH EDITH HEAD, A behind the scenes feast of great movie lore and delicious stories as told by 8 time Academy Award winning costume designer, Edith Head. Susan Claassen stars in her internationally acclaimed portrayal of legendary costume designer, Edith Head. Hollywood’s golden age comes to life in an evening of wit, wisdom, and a whisper of gossip! A CONVERSATION WITH EDITH HEAD based on “Edith Head’s Hollywood” by Edith Head & Paddy Calistro, is a feast of delicious behind-the-scenes stories about Hollywood’s greatest stars that provide an intimate portrait of Hollywood’s legendary costume designer. In addition, Claassen and Calistro collected insights from Hollywood insiders who knew Ms. Head best: costume designer Bob Mackie, who once worked as Ms. Head's sketch artist; her dear friend Edie Wasserman, wife of the late Universal Studio head Lew Wasserman; and Art Linkletter, award-winning host of “House Party”, the daytime television show of the 1950s that brought Edith Head into the homes of America. Dates | Monday, March 21, 2022 and Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at 7:30pm Location | North Coast Repertory Theatre Purchase tickets here! $40/ticket Call the Box Office at 858-481-2155 or online at https://northcoastrep.org/variety_night/a-conversation-with-edith-head/

The jail in Otay Mesa will soon house 200 inmates, freeing up space at other detention facilities in need of repairs.