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Stream now with KPBS Passport / Watch Monday, Aug. 4, 2025 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV. Amid a growing U.S. maternal health crisis, especially for women of color, the film offers glimmers of hope: women finding their voice and autonomy; nurses listening to women; and hospitals treating the community holistically. It paints a joyous portrait of babies coming into the world, and of heroic efforts to catch new mothers before they fall through the broken health safety net.

The Trump administration sent reduction-in-force notices to more than 1,400 staffers at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in April.

According to the San Diego History Center, at the turn of the century, the corner of 5th Avenue and E Street in downtown San Diego was known as “Soapbox Corner."

Three current and former police chiefs, a marshal and a business owner were charged with falsifying police reports in a years-long visa scheme in Louisiana.

One hundred years ago, the small town of Dayton, Tenn., became the unlikely stage for one of the most sensational trials in American history, over the teaching of Darwin's theory of evolution.

Qué onda, friends! It's an incredible moment to be a soccer fan in San Diego and across the border region! The arrival of San Diego FC, Major League Soccer's newest franchise, has unleashed a wave of soccer fever throughout the entire community. We tagged along with Barra 18, one of the official supporter groups of SDFC, to catch an away game and learn firsthand what's got fans buzzing with excitement. Later, we sat with KPBS's Jacob Aere, producer of the digital mini-series “Soccer a la frontera” to talk about the history and culture of soccer in the region and putting this 5-part series together. Plus, we reconnect with an old friend to hear his thoughts about this historic moment. This episode is all about soccer—make sure to tune in! Nos vemos pronto! P.S. You should check out our episode Gringo Xolos that we put together a few years ago. P.S.S. We will also be taking part in a few public events to talk about podcasting and storytelling. San Diego City College Podfest on April 23, 2025 SD City College, Room AH 306 2 pm - 4 pm Tijuana Design Week on May 2, 2025 Escuela Libre de Arquitectura , Tijuana, B.C. 2 pm - 3 pm Hope to see you there!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Amnesty International Group 471 Hosts Public Event Honoring World Press Freedom Day Carlsbad, CA — In recognition of World Press Freedom Day, Amnesty International San Diego North County Group 471 will host a free public event on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Pilgrim United Church of Christ in Carlsbad. The event will spotlight the growing threats faced by journalists around the world and highlight the vital role of a free press in defending human rights and freedom of speech. The evening will feature a screening of the acclaimed Frontline documentary "Putin vs. the Press", followed by an interactive advocacy session where attendees will have the opportunity to take action on behalf of journalists facing persecution, imprisonment, and violence for doing their jobs. “In an era of disinformation, censorship, and rising authoritarianism, journalists, reporters, writers, and bloggers are increasingly targeted for exposing the truth,” said a spokesperson for Group 471. “This event is a chance to raise awareness and stand in solidarity with those who risk their lives to keep the public informed.” The event is open to all and aims to engage the community in defending press freedom and the individuals who uphold it around the globe. Refreshments will be served. Event Details: What: World Press Freedom Day: Film & Advocacy Event When: Saturday, May 3, 2025 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Where: Pilgrim United Church of Christ, Carlsbad, CA Admission: Free and open to the public For more information, contact: Kathy Ford: 760.277.0089 Alessandra Colfi: 858.735.5708 Visit: facebook.com/Amnesty471

The judge ruled that too much evidence had been deleted or not turned over to the defense for the case to go before a jury.

When it comes to clearing homeless encampments, California cities are governed by a patchwork of very different policies.

Justices told a lower court to revisit their decision to uphold cuts of 75% to payments for solar panel owners.