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NPR's Scott Simon reflects on the life Joseph Kromelis, Chicago's famous "Walking Man", and the harsh conditions that many unhoused people live with every day.

The 24 victims included seven children and 13 women. Authorities were still carrying out autopsies and waiting for next of kin to identify the victims.

Join us for SANDAG Bike to Work Day on Thursday, May 19 as thousands of commuters ride smart and GO by BIKE throughout the San Diego region! When you register for Bike to Work Day, you can pedal over to one of the many pit stop locations throughout San Diego from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. to pick up a free t-shirt, snacks, and encouragement. This year, SANDAG invites those who are working remotely to participate by starting their day with a bike ride on May 19. Those who register by April 10 will be entered to win a $500 gift card from Moment Bicycles. Register here! All participants must register online to be eligible for a free t-shirt. Organizations interested hosting a 2022 pit stop can apply online now through March 27 at SANDAG.org/BikeMonth. For more information, please visit icommutesd.com/events/bike-month.

A power outage at a Houston water plant caused low water pressure across the city. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner said he believes the water is safe, but is waiting on confirmation from the state.

The Sweetwater Union High School District Parent Symposium is back! Please save the date for the 3rd Annual Parent symposium Saturday May 7, 2022, 8 a.m.- Noon. This event aims at supporting student learning and socio-emotional needs while helping families learn to adapt to the new now. This free event will offer limited in person and multiple online workshops, college & career, resource, and community fair. Parents wanting to attend can fill out an interest form at https://bit.ly/2022SUHSD_ParentSymposium-Interest Agencies or organizations interested in attending our virtual or in person community fair or in making a donation please fill out an interest card For more information, please visit the event’s website at http://ola.sweetwaterschools.org/parent-symposium/

End the Monday blahs with some motivation and mindfulness for the week ahead. Join North Park’s favorite yogi, Aimee O’Gara, and enjoy a one-hour Power Flow yoga class in The Lafayette's outdoor courtyard. Aimee O’Gara has been practicing yoga since 2013 and teaching since 2016. In addition to yoga, she has a TRX certification. She believes that yoga is for everyone and should not be about the shapes we can make with our bodies, but rather the quality of our awareness of the present moment. Her light-hearted approach to the practice has transpired into an entire way of life from the foods she eats to other mindfulness practices. Date | March 28 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Location | The Lafayette Hotel Get tickets here! General admission is $25 (swag bag included). For more information, please visit eventbrite.com/e/mindful-mondays-yoga-with-aimee or call (619) 296-2101.

After a two-year Covid break, the German Theater Group San Diego is back with its 4th production coming up on April 23 and 24! Please join us for an evening (or matinee) of German-speaking theater (with a heavy dose of English in Act II) and laughter. WHEN Saturday April 23, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) Sunday April 24, 2022 at 2 p.m. (doors open at 1:30 p.m.) Seats are limited! Performances sold out at last performance! ADMISSION General Admission: $15 * GAS members Student/Military with valid ID: $10 (each person) Purchase at the door: $20 (limited availability) * A discount is available to current (paid) members of the German American Societies. Enter your membership number (see your membership card) as the "promo code" when purchasing (Single 1 discount, Family 2 discounts) PARKING IS FREE! There is free but limited parking on premises (2 parking lots) and ample parking on surrounding streets. For more information, visit: https://events.germanclubsandiego.org/e/german-theater-group-sd-kabarett-5 German Theater Group San Diego is on Facebook

Sparks Gallery is pleased to host the 2022 Oceanside Museum Artist Alliance exhibition. Titled “Dreams and Daylight”, the exhibition explores the real, imaginary, and abstract impressions of our waking and sleeping lives. The Artist Alliance is an affiliate group of membership dedicated to the support of Oceanside Museum of Art. Artist Alliance provides opportunities for interaction, visibility, and growth for artists in the region. Participating artists are current OMA members with the Artist Alliance affiliate membership. The artwork is juried by Sonya Sparks of Sparks Gallery. The “Dreams and Daylight” works will be on view at Sparks Gallery from April 30 – July 3, 2022. We invite you to join us in the gallery on Saturday, April 30, 2022 from 6-9pm for the Opening Reception. Participating artists: Rhonda Anderson, Brian Belfield, Sandra Chanis, Margaret Chiaro, Christopher Conroe, Susan Coppock, Shahla Dorafshan, Tony Gangitano, Julia C R Gray, Kathleen Kane-Murrell, Darlene Katz, Sherry Krulle-Beaton, Annie Lemoux, Victoria Marquez, Greenboim Michal, Maidy Morhous, Bryce Nihill, Ilona Peteris, Fiona Phillips, Oriana Poindexter, Viktoria Romanova, Heidi Rufeh, Patricia Search, Brady Willmott Gallery hours M-F 12pm-7pm, Saturday 11am-7pm, Sunday 11am-5pm For further information on this event please visit the website: https://sparksgallery.com/product-category/gallery-exhibitions/dreams-and-daylight

Hundreds of cities and towns are seriously short of housing, both homes to buy and rentals, according to a new study. It's the main reason that home prices and rents are so high.

The speaker of the House will stop in four Asian countries this week, but made no mention of a possible stop in Taiwan. Rumors she might visit the island democracy has fueled tension with China.