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NPR's data analysis shows that the DOJ has tended to fire judges with immigrant defense backgrounds in its recent rounds of dismissals.

Across the country, demand for electricity is on the rise — and so is the price of electric power.

Jackie Amézquita (Quetzaltengo, Guatemala, b.1985) lives and works in Los Angeles, California. She is an artist with a multidisciplinary practice. Her research is articulated through the use of biomaterials and forms associated with pre-Columbian cultures. Amézquita creates public performances, installations, and objects that fuse indigenous mythologies with contemporary community engagement. Amézquita received her M.F.A. from the University of California, Los Angeles, in 2022 and her B.F.A. from Art Center College of Design, Pasadena, CA, in 2018. She has exhibited with The Hammer Museum, LACE (Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions) CA, LAND (Los Angeles Nomadic Division) CA, 18th St Art Center CA, The Armory Center of the Arts CA, Vincent Price Art Museum CA, The Annenberg Space for Photography CA, Human Resources Los Angeles CA, MAD (Museum of Art and Design) NY. Amézquita is the recipient of the Mohn Public Recognition Award (2023), Mohn Land Award (2022), Andy Warhol Foundation for the Arts Los Angeles Art Fund (2022), and National Performance Network Fund (2022). Amézquita has been featured in the Los Angeles Times, ARTnews, and The Art Newspaper, LA. Weekly, hyperallergic, Walker Art Center magazine. Jackie Amézquita on Instagram

EXPO is a two-day event series at The Museum of Contemporary Art in San Diego built to showcase the best of Publishing, Design, Music, and more within San Diego and its neighboring communities. At its core, EXPO is an exchange of ideas, networking, and collaboration meant to encourage meaningful connection, and it is guided by MCASD’s mission to inspire expansive thinking and an inclusive world through contemporary art. Through this unified mission, EXPO fosters collaboration, celebrates creativity, and promotes inclusivity within our neighboring communities and bi-national region. This is an all ages and free event hosted at MCASD with Mortis Studio. RSVP is recommended but not required. Member Hours: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.: Members, enjoy an exclusive preview each day! Be the first in to browse all EXPO 2025 vendors and commemorative merch from The Shop and enjoy refreshments, 10% off from select vendors, and a chance to win a $700+ giveaway bundle of EXPO-exclusive items. Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Unleash your creativity in this relaxing, paint-and-sip class led by local artist Christy Ross at Whiskers & Wine Bar in North Park! Enjoy a refreshing cocktail, unwind with adorable, adoptable felines, and use cat-friendly paints to create your own masterpiece. In this special Pride themed session, you'll paint a festive design while surrounded by a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. Visit: https://www.whiskersandwinebar.com/book-meow Whiskers & Wine on Instagram and Facebook

Fifty years ago, on Sept. 26, 1975, The Rocky Horror Picture Show flopped at the U.S. box office — then became the longest-running theatrical release in history.

Join us for a powerful and timely exhibition featuring Feminist Image Group (FIG) artists whose newest exhibition, "In the Land of..." examines the many faces of censorship—past and present—and celebrates the vital role libraries play in protecting intellectual freedom. This provocative exhibition brings together visual works that confront banned books, silenced histories, and the ongoing fight for free expression. Featuring works by Jennifer Spencer, Cindy Zimmerman, Susan Osborn, Kathy Nida, Helen Redman, Nanette Newbry, Judith Christensen, Dorris Bittar, Judith Parenio, Ruth Wallen, Bridget Rountree, Marty Ornish, Kirsten Aaboe, Momilani Ramstrum, and Stacie Birky Greene. The opening reception will take place on Saturday, June 21, 2025 from Noon - 2 p.m. in the courtyard. The reception will include: Meet-the-Artists Mixer Light refreshments This event is free and open to the public. All are welcome. Together, let’s stand for creative freedom, the right to read, and the power of art to challenge and inspire. Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/fig-art-reception-hold-445552 Feminist Image Group (FIG) on Instagram and Facebook

El gobernador de California Gavin Newsom, ansioso por elevar su perfil nacional como un demócrata dispuesto a confrontar agresivamente al presidente Donald Trump, logró una victoria que podría ayudar a su partido en las elecciones de medio término mientras avanza hacia una candidatura a la Casa Blanca.

Doctors are writing "social prescriptions" to get people engaged with nature, art, movement and volunteering. Research shows it can help with mental health, chronic disease and dementia.

Sen. Alex Padilla was never officially in the race to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom, but his national profile led many to believe that he’d be a favorite to win.