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Lai, 76, was arrested in August 2020 during a crackdown on the city's pro-democracy movement under the sweeping national security law enacted following huge protests four years ago.

Medicaid provides health care for tens of millions of low-income Americans. Now, for the first time, it's being used for housing and rent for people who are homeless or in danger of becoming so.

Directed by Jerry Pilato, this was Neil Simon's last play, a romantic comedy dealing with two writers. At a beach house on the tip of Long Island, Rose, a celebrated but near penniless author, receives nightly visits from Walsh, the love of her life and a famous writer himself. Now Walsh must go away forever, but not before securing Rose’s financial future with an extraordinary proposal that promises to change everything. Starring: Connie Terwilliger as Rose, Lee Price as Walsh, Ruth Russell as Arlene, Raymond Evans as Gavi Show Run: May 19 through June 4 Show Dates: May 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28, June 2, 3, 4 Show Times: Fridays 8 p.m./Saturdays 2p.m. & 8p.m./Sundays 3p.m., doors open 30 minutes before curtain

Inflation, a weak economy and declining numbers of club-goers all challenge the clubs' viability. Club owners are seeking protected status, similar to what Berlin's opera companies enjoy.

It's tradition: Every year, Susan Stamberg sneaks her mother-in-law's relish recipe onto the air. This year, she's also recommending another recipe, too — from actor and food writer Madhur Jaffrey.

The attack just before noon sent police swarming onto the campus, while students barricaded themselves in classrooms.

Journalist Masha Gessen talks to NPR's Morning Edition about their recent New Yorker essay on German Holocaust memory and the situation in Gaza — and the controversy that ensued.

Due to overwhelming demand after the success of his back-to-back career-spanning Hollywood Bowl concerts, visionary composer and recording artist Danny Elfman has confirmed two upcoming shows - Danny Elfman: "From Boingo to Batman to Big Mess and Beyond!" - at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre on Thursday, August 3. For information about the other show, please visit here. These live shows will feature Elfman backed by an all-star rock band, and the same orchestra, and choir that he played with during his set at Coachella 2022 and Halloween weekend shows at the Hollywood Bowl, as they perform songs from Oingo Boingo; his solo career, including his 2021 album "Big Mess"; as well as a plethora of his film scores and television themes from "Alice in Wonderland", "Batman", "Edward Scissorhands", "The Nightmare Before Christmas", "The Simpsons", and more. The audience will be transported into Elfman’s vision and magical world; with his haunting compositions brought to life on stage and enhanced by visuals on the big screen. This limited run of Southern California concerts will provide full-length versions of his past highly acclaimed performances. Band members include Stu Brooks on bass (Dub Trio, Lady Gaga), Nili Brosh on guitar (Dethklok), Robin Finck on guitar (Nine Inch Nails, Guns N’ Roses), and Ilan Rubin on drums (Nine Inch Nails, Angels & Airwaves). About Danny Elfman: Danny Elfman, film composer and singer-songwriter for the rock band Oingo Boingo, has garnered international recognition for composing over 100 feature film scores, as well as compositions for television, stage productions, and the concert hall. Elfman has been Tim Burton's composer for more than 35 years, having scored 17 Burton films such as "Batman", "Pee-wee’s Big Adventure", "Beetlejuice", "Edward Scissorhands", "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory", "Alice in Wonderland", "Dumbo", and "Big Fish". Elfman has also frequently worked with director Sam Raimi on films such as "Spider-Man" and the blockbuster "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness", as well as "Gus Van Sant" for his Academy Award-winning films "Good Will Hunting and Milk". Additionally, he wrote music for all the "Men in Black" and "Fifty Shades of Grey" franchise films, the songs and score for Henry Selick and Tim Burton’s animated musical "The Nightmare Before Christmas", and the themes for the popular television series "Desperate Housewives" and "The Simpsons" as well as the new Netflix hit series "Wednesday" starring Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams.. Throughout his career, Elfman has been honored with four Oscar nominations, two Emmy Awards, a GRAMMY Award, six Saturn Awards for Best Music, the 2002 Richard Kirk Award, the 2015 Disney Legend Award, and the Max Steiner Film Music Achievement Award in 2017. Most recently, Elfman has been nominated for yet another Saturn Award in the Best Music category for his scoring work on "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness". CONNECT WITH DANNY ELFMAN: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

A woman who is pregnant and seeking an abortion in Texas has been granted permission to have the procedure by a state judge. The fetus has a condition that is almost always fatal.

Celebrate Easter at Fairmont Grand Del Mar with a spectacular Easter Brunch Buffet, Egg Hunt, and a Visit from the Easter Bunny! Gather with friends and family for a Grand Easter Brunch Buffet featuring a selection of delectable dishes, a seafood bar, carving stations, and a variety of delicious desserts. Seatings will be available at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 9 in the Manchester Salon and Elizabeth Ballroom. After brunch, enjoy live entertainment and watch along as the exciting egg hunt takes place. Make sure your kids also enjoy a visit with the Easter Bunny! To purchase tickets, click HERE. $160/adult and $80/child ages 4-11. Children ages 0-3 are complimentary with a paid adult. For those wanting to kick off the Easter celebrations early, a festive Easter Bunny Tea will take place on Saturday, April 8 from noon-4 p.m. Savor a delightful array of petit fours and sweet delicacies, kid-friendly treats, tea, and a glass of champagne. $125/per adult and $63/per child ages 4-11. Children ages 0-3 are complimentary with a paid adult.