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You're invited every Friday for two free talks in person or on zoom. September 19 1 p.m. Reporting on the Burrowing Owls of Imperial County: Kori Suzuki, Staff Reporter KPBS, San Diego’s NPR and PBS Stations The Imperial Valley has become an unlikely refuge for California’s burrowing owls, which are vanishing across the rest of the state. Now, state wildlife authorities are weighing declaring the tiny birds an endangered species. 2:30 p.m. The Floral Industry: Mike Mellano Mike Mellano will talk about 100 years of his family’s history, dedication, and innovation in the flower industry in Southern California. He will also talk about the current cut flower industry and how it is evolving. To join a Zoom meeting, LIFE must have your email address in order for you to receive the invite link. Meetings will start at 12:45 pm (you can join 15 minutes earlier) and the speaker will start at 1 p.m. Email: life.miracosta@gmail.com 30 min. snack break between speakers. Visit: https://www.miracosta.edu/community/life.html

The cost of living in November was up 2.7% from a year ago, according to a report Thursday from the Labor Department. That's a smaller annual increase than for the 12 months ending in September.

Like Pope Leo, Bishop Ronald Hicks is an Illinois native with deep experience in Latin America.

President Trump's peace plan for Gaza hinges on international troops in Gaza, but Israel is skeptical and no country has yet agreed to send their soldiers.

A new drama uses the real, gut-wrenching recordings of a call for help from Gaza to tell a harrowing and profound story.

Small NPR and PBS stations in California are teetering after Congress pulled funding from public broadcasting. Even big stations are bracing for cuts.

An evening of unforgettable insights with internationally-renowned medium James Van Praagh. Witness his remarkable connection to the spiritual realm as he delivers messages from departed loved ones offering solace, healing and hope to those seeking spiritual guidance. Recognized on Watkins list of the 100 most spiritually influential living people, he is one of the most sought-after mediums of our time. This extraordinary event will be an evening of inspiration, connection and enlightenment. Note: VIP gathering with James prior to the event is additional. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-of-spirit-with-james-van-praagh-tickets-1229054608419?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl James Van Praagh on Instagram and Facebook

First, we bring you details on the latest ICE arrest near a San Diego County school. Next, San Diego is building numerous new homes, but our reports found many are popping up near freeways. Then, we hear from the parents of an Encinitas teen who was killed while crossing the street and the change they’d like to see happen. Finally, we catch up with Ziggy Marley who will be headlining the KPBS San Diego Book Festival.

Liberty Station invites the community to join us for a free, family-friendly Halloween celebration! Gather in Ingram Plaza for live entertainment with a DJ set, a Hollywood car show, inflatable obstacle courses, crafts, activities, and trick-or-treating throughout Liberty Station for all to enjoy! All ages are encouraged to come decked out in their most elaborate costumes and participate in our costume contest. Registration is not needed for the costume contest. This year we will have five categories: Ages 0-6 Ages 7-15 Ages 16+ Group Pets Special prizes courtesy of Liberty Station businesses will be awarded to the winners! We hope to see all you ghosts, ghouls, and goblins there! Date: Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025 Location: Ingram Plaza Time: Noon - 4 p.m. What: Halloween at the Station We are partnering with the Rotary District 5340 and Feeding San Diego to participate in the Uniting to Combat Hunger Food Drive for our Halloween at the Station event. Liberty Station is asking attendees to support by donating nonperishable food items. The food collected will support military families and veterans in bringing meals home through Feeding San Diego’s Feeding Heroes initiative. Feeding San Diego works with a network of partners that serve the military community to provide nutritious meals to active-duty military families and veterans. Feeding San Diego’s most needed food items include: Peanut Butter Pantry Staples Ready-To-Eat Meals Soup No glass containers, please. Visit feedingsandiego.org/utch to donate today! Every $1 donated helps provide 2 healthy meals to people facing hunger in San Diego County. Thank you for your support! More information on the food drive here: https://rotary5340.org/Stories/uniting-to-combat-hunger-food-drive

In its push for more immigrant detention space, the Trump administration is reopening shuttered prisons in several states. Many of these facilities closed amid allegations of abuse and mismanagement.