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The Department of Agriculture said it will end a longstanding annual food insecurity survey. Experts say the move will obscure the effects of recent changes that will lead to people losing food aid.

Join Library Shop SD to celebrate the launch of Kitten Lady Hannah Shaw’s latest book with renowned cat photographer Andrew Marttila, Cats of the World, at the San Diego Central Library @ Joan Λ Irwin Jacobs Common. The superstar cat-loving duo will be in conversation with local animal rescuer Susan Hicks. An audience Q&A and book signing will follow the presentation. This is a TICKETED EVENT. Tickets include a copy of the book and a companion seat if requested. About the Book: Husband and wife team Hannah Shaw (Kitten Lady) and Andrew Marttila have made cats their lives’ work: they rescue and rehabilitate kittens, educate people on cat and neonatal kitten care, and capture our feline friends’ unique personalities through writing and photography. Now, in the project of their dreams, they’ve taken their passion for cats global. In Cats of the World, Shaw and Martilla journey across 25 countries to explore cat culture around the globe, documenting their travels with stunning photos and interviews with cat lovers from each country. From England’s charmingly worn pubs and candle-lit cathedrals, Greece’s sunset-stained cliffs and white-washed homes, Kuwait’s sandy beaches and glittering skyline, South Africa’s bustling streets and lush mountains, and so many places in between, Cats of the World is a celebration of cats in their every form– in settings magical and mundane– and an enlightening exploration of what they mean to the people who love them most. About the Authors: Hannah Shaw, also known as Kitten Lady, is a professional kitten rescuer, humane educator, New York Times bestselling author of Tiny But Mighty, and unwavering animal advocate who has dedicated her life to finding innovative ways to protect animals. She is also the founder of a 501©3 nonprofit organization, Orphan Kitten Club, which provides rescue and critical care services to orphaned neonatal kittens. She lives in California with her husband, Andrew Marttila, three cats, and an endless rotation of foster kittens. Andrew Marttila is a professional animal photographer specializing in cats. For over 10+ years, he’s taken hundreds of thousands of photos of our feline overlords that have been used in worldwide media in both digital and print, from the cover of National Geographic to Good Morning America. Marttila is the author of Shop Cats of New York, Cats on Catnip, and How to Take Awesome Photos of Cats. Along with his partner Kitten Lady, he helps run Orphan Kitten Club, a nonprofit in San Diego that saves kittens in need.

Anthony Smith has been performing, arranging, composing and producing music professionally for 25 years. As a pianist, keyboardist and vibraphonist, he has worked with many well-known artists in the world of jazz, and also pop, rock and a variety of other genres. In addition to working as a sideman in a large number of both local and touring groups, Anthony has led many of his own bands, performing extensively throughout the U.S., and also abroad on occasion. Anthony is also a prolific composer and writer, having written and produced numerous albums, screenplays, stage plays, and a 700-page memoir titled The Lizard Stays in the Cage, published in 2013. His latest work is a series of conversation with today’s living jazz vibraphonists, titled Masters of the Vibes, and published by Marimba Productions, Inc. He served for years on the jazz faculty at San Diego State University, where he earned a Masters Degree in 2010, and was the regular keyboardist for The Mighty Untouchables, one of San Diego’s premier variety pop/rock acts. Anthony also performed regularly for many years with a who’s who of San Diego’s finest jazz musicians, appearing live at many of the city’s top clubs and venues on an ongoing basis. Anthony Smith Socials https://www.instagram.com/anthonysmithcreations/ https://www.facebook.com/anthonysmithjazz see more events https://www.booksandrecordsbar.com/live-music https://www.bardicmanagement.com/events

City Councilman Stephen Whitburn Wednesday defeated lawyer and educator Coleen Cusack in the race for the Council District 3 seat representing the city's downtown and governmental core.

Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Corazon de Vida at this year's Noche de Gala. The newly renovated Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa will welcome you with stunning views of San Diego’s skyline. This waterfront reception will feature Mexico’s beloved holiday, Day of the Dead, with unique traditions, live entertainment, and exclusive tastings. Dinner and an exciting program will follow in the upper ballroom. Your participation means we can continue to support vulnerable children with dreams in their hearts. Prepare for a vibrant celebration of life! Event Features: • Champagne Greeting • Cocktail Hour • Live Entertainment • Premium Tastings • Dinner & Dancing • Silent & Live Auctions • VIP tables include premium placement of table, dinner wines, valet parking, and a special gift. Corazon de Vida has provided life-changing support for orphaned and abandoned children in Baja, Mexico since 1994. We are on a mission to end child abandonment by breaking the vicious cycle of poverty. We do this by funding a network of private orphanages, providing quality-of-life improvement services, and investing in children’s futures by funding higher education. Visit: https://e.givesmart.com/events/Duq/ Corazón de Vida Foundation on Instagram and Facebook

The pandemic decimated the box office and the reshaped the moviegoing experience. NPR's movie critic, Bob Mondello, looks back on how his job changed during the early months of COVID-19.

A cosmic object spotted by the James Webb Space Telescope has flummoxed astronomers. Now, a research team has studied hundreds of these "little red dots" and found clues about their identity.

We invite you to celebrate Thanksgiving with the Flagship family. On Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024, join us for a two-hour yacht cruise and a memorable holiday meal on San Diego Bay. Savor the autumn-hued waterfront sights and a three-course traditional Thanksgiving feast, featuring Herb Roasted Turkey Breast with all the trimmings, or a savory Grilled Portobello Mushroom for our vegetarian guests. Your holiday is in good hands with Flagship’s crew, as we celebrate our century-long legacy of comfort, value and gratitude. Visit: https://flagshipsd.com/cruises/thanksgiving Flagship SD on Instagram and Facebook

Volunteers with the LiTEArary society read to children who live in "book deserts" and bring them their own books.

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 7 p.m. on KPBS 2. Sir David Attenborough explores London’s Natural History Museum and meets some of the most extraordinary creatures from the past. Advanced CGI puts Attenborough face to face with a saber-toothed tiger, a giant eagle, and a colossal snake.