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Journalist and author Isabel Wilkerson reflects on this year's Juneteenth celebrations — and the push and pull of the Black experience in America.

NPR has heard from more than 50 veterans around the country who are upset about the VA cutting a program that was helping vets avoid foreclosure. Veterans now have worse options than most Americans.

Organizers of Juneteenth celebrations across the U.S. tell NPR how they're feeling this year. And NPR presents a reading of the Emancipation Proclamation.

Facing a severe shortage, the FAA is racing to hire thousands of air traffic controllers. But training them can take years. We visit a school in Florida that's trying to get them on the job faster.

People spend a lot of time outside during hot and humid weather. Whether you're going to the beach or working your shift as a lifeguard, try these 7 proven ways to stay cool while outside.

A SpaceX rocket being tested in Texas exploded Wednesday night, sending a dramatic fireball high into the sky. The company said the Starship "experienced a major anomaly."

Ricercar Consort, led by virtuoso gambist Philippe Pierlot and featuring noted soprano Céline Scheen, will explore the Virgin Mary’s sorrow in a moving program of music by Marini, Monteverdi, Cima, Merula, Rossi, Sances, Purcell, Vivaldi and Handel. With Josef Zak and Augustin Lusson on violin, Benoît Vanden Bemden on violone, Daniel Zapico on theorbo, and Paul Goussot on organ, this is a show-stopping performance that you don’t want to miss. This concert will be held at St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church on March 4th at 7:30 p.m. Tickets and additional information are available on the society’s website. Visit: https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/sdems/876/event/1393070 San Diego Early Music Society on Instagram and Facebook

On Saturday, February 8th, enjoy the works of Italian masters Alessandro Scarlatti and Antonio Vivaldi, performed by San Diego Baroque and featuring soprano Andrea Zomorodian. A rising performer with concentrations in early music, oratorio, and studio vocal work, Zomorodian has been praised as “expressive, warm and aethereal” by the Los Angeles Times. With a long list of performances alongside a variety of ensembles such as Bach Collegium San Diego, La Jolla Symphony, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Pacific Chorale, Con Gioia Early Music Ensemble, Flagstaff Symphony, and more, this is a show you certainly don’t want to miss! Visit:

Hurricane Erick made landfall in Mexico's western state of Oaxaca early Thursday before moving inland and weakening to a tropical storm as it dumped heavy rain.

Time for green beers, Irish car bombs, whiskey, tilted kilts, music, dancing, and lucky festivities! San Diego's favorite St. Patrick's Day celebration, "IRISH 4 A DAY" returns to the famous Gaslamp Quarter for 2 days of party shenanigans on March 1, 4 & 15, 2025! This year's event features even more premium party perks from 25+ venues, valued at over $400! Presale tickets start at only $29. But don't test your luck o' the Irish as tix sell out every year! Presented by the world-famous Gaslamp Quarter, in association with the San Diego Tourism Authority, #Irish4ADay is dubbed the most visitor-friendly and inexpensive way to experience DTSD's famous St Paddy's Day party scene! TICKET BENEFITS FREE entries to Gaslamp Quarter's top 25+ spots (all within walking distance along the famous 5th Avenue) Keepsake Irish 4 A Day Passport with a goodie guide by time and a map with pre-planned/suggested routes (self-guided) with meet-up points 8+ Hosted Welcome Shots (bartenders’ choice and unconditional) Exclusive Opening Party at American Junkie San Diego with special entertainment! Finale Party at Vin De Syrah and Good Night John Boy Live entertainment, live music, DJ, dancing, face painting, and more! Exclusive Drink & Dining Deals at award-winning restaurants Play & Stay hotel deals Special $12 Flat Rate Parking for 12 Hours with free overnight at ACE Parking Structure on 707 Broadway Plus more party perks totaling more than $400 in value, so round up your crew and secure your ticket today before the price jumps! Presale tickets start at only $29 (while stocks last) so grab your lads and lassies for the jolliest St. Paddy's Club Celebration in San Diego, California! San Diego's Irish 4 a Day features only premier clubs and bars (not 5 but 25+). The 8+ welcome shots and pizza slice included are also unconditional, meaning you don't have to purchase other drinks to get one (unlike the other crawls). You will also enjoy the freedom of hopping at your own pace to Gaslamp Quarter's award-winning venues! Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-irish-4-a-day-sds-1-st-patricks-day-party-hop-march-14-15-tickets-1087218071519