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A demonstrator protests the arrival of Mexican President Felipe Calderon in Ciudad Juarez on Feb. 17. He holds a sign reading, "More green areas, less greens in the area" (referring to soldiers). Calderon arrived in the city for the second time in less than a week to meet with local and state authorities to address a security crisis after a group of gunmen attacked a party Jan. 31, killing 15 teens and injuring many others.

Massacre May Be Turning Point In Mexico Drug War

The outcry from the late January deaths of 15 young people in Juarez has led President Felipe Calderon to pledge to pump millions of dollars into civic programs in what's become one of the deadliest cities in the world.

Health Bill Would Impact Food, Drug Industries

The Senate and House health care overhaul bills are each about 2,000 pages long. While the bills are mostly aimed at revamping the health insurance system, tucked in the pages are provisions that would spell big changes for the food, drug and medical device industries, too.

China Holds On To Its Purse Strings

There has been hope and speculation that Asian countries, particularly China, might step in and buy stakes in failing U.S. financial institutions. China is the world's fastest growing economy, and it has the world's largest foreign exchange reserves. But for now, China is not expected to rush to the rescue.

Booted From the Navy for Being Gay, Joseph Rocha Still Wants to Serve

Nutrition researcher Neal Barnard, MD (pictured) reveals groundbreaking research and scientifically-proven methods for turning back the clock on diabetes. Today the disease affects more than 24 million children and adults in the U.S. Through Dr. Barnard’s low-fat vegan diet, diabetics and non-diabetics alike will experience medical results including weight loss, blood glucose control, reduced heart disease risk and, in many cases, prevent the need for medications.

Taking Control Of Diabetes With Dr. Neal Barnard

Airs Friday, March 26, 2010 at 10:30 p.m. on KPBS TV

Henry Massery, of Elgin, Ill., attended a Tea Party protest in Washington, D.C., on Thursday.

Tea Party Express Comes To A Head On Tax Day

The cross-country tour that kicked off nearly three weeks ago in Nevada culminated in the nation's capital and at thousands of regional rallies nationwide to mark the April 15 income tax filing deadline. It's been a year since hundreds of thousands of protesters first turned out for a Tax Day rally to rail at high taxes and government spending.

Maryland School Offers Homeland Security Track

Joppatowne High School in Maryland has built a curriculum to train students for careers in homeland security. Proponents say the goal is to get the students jobs, but critics fear that the program is telling kids what to think about national security rather than teaching them to protect it.

Ethnic Charter Schools: Good or Bad?

Somali families in City Heights want the San Diego Unified school board to approve a charter high school that caters to Somali students. But some question whether ethnically-themed schools are a good idea. KPBS Reporter Ana Tintocalis has more.

Events: Gator By The Bay, Steampunks, Fleet Foxes

It's Thursday which means it's time to begin planning your weekend. We want to help. If you want to know more about Steampunks, there's a stylish convention in town. Or if you want to enjoy some Cajun music by the bay, we have a festival to recommend. Joining us with their suggestions are Nina Garin and Rosey Bystrak.

NASA Researcher Explains How Satellites Predict Ocean Trends

How do satellites help us understand oceanic trends? NASA's Michael Freilich explains the future of satellite oceanography. He also tells us the impact of accurate measurements to forecast ocean condi

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