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Local LGBTQ+ groups talk about the challenges that queer and transgender immigrants, migrants and refugees face, in the wake of ongoing immigration raids across the country. Plus, drag queens are organizing a march to advocate for trans rights.

We look into what the Trump administration's latest spending cuts could mean for the future of HIV and AIDS programs and vaccine research, both on an international and local level.

Oscar-nominated Celine Song goes from her hit indie romance "Past Lives" to A-list rom-com.

The upcoming election will decide which party may control the influential San Diego County Board of Supervisors for the next four years.

Until now, Mexican judges have been appointed. This Sunday, citizens will have their first opportunity to elect judges to the bench.

Why is the city of San Diego dipping into its reserve funds? Plus, a new safe parking lot is opening near the airport. Then, one person’s story going from incarceration to graduation at San Diego State University. Finally, a “look” at the county’s new state-of-the-art public health lab.

San Diego Dance Theater is proud to host Mademoiselle Cinema, a dynamic dance company from Tokyo, Japan, founded in 1993 by choreographer Naoko Ito. This summer’s Live Arts Fest celebrates international collaboration through "A Woman’s Journey (Onna wa Tabi de Aru)," a moving work inspired by the historical experience of Japanese “picture brides”—women who immigrated to the United States in the early 20th century with only a photograph of their prospective husbands, in search of new beginnings and uncertain futures. Mademoiselle Cinema is celebrated for its distinctive dance-theater style, characterized by grounded, low-centered movement, rich visual design, and emotionally resonant storytelling. Blending costume, set, music, and occasional theatrical and cinematic interludes, the company’s performances are drawn from memories of girlhood and the everyday lives of women. Free from conventional modern dance technique, Mademoiselle Cinema creates original works that explore the deeply personal histories each dancer carries within her body, expressing the emotional and physical realities of contemporary life. As the modern age is often described as “the age of women,” Ito consciously works exclusively with female dancers, crafting choreography that weaves personal memory into collective narrative. Since its international debut in Paris in 1999, Mademoiselle Cinema has brought Japanese contemporary dance to global audiences, with appearances across Europe, South America, Africa, and Asia. The company has performed at renowned festivals including the Sibiu International Theatre Festival (2008), the Avignon Festival (2013), and the Gryfin6 International Theatre Festival in Poland (2011), where they received the Audience Award. In recognition of her innovative work, Naoko Ito was honored with the New Artist Award by the Agency for Cultural Affairs of Japan in 2008. Please join us in welcoming Mademoiselle Cinema to San Diego for an unforgettable performance that honors history, memory, and the enduring strength of women. Mademoiselle Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

Learn from The Royal Family Dance Crew! Ever dreamt of learning from world-renowned dancers? Here's your chance! The Royal Family Dance Crew, traveling all the way from New Zealand, are hosting exclusive workshops right here in the United States! This is a rare opportunity to learn directly from the crew known for their unparalleled talent and groundbreaking choreography. They're passionate about sharing their expertise and inspiring the next generation of dancers. These workshops are designed for Intermediate/Advanced levels, with no age restrictions. In addition to world-class training, The Royal Crusade USA Tour offers incredible opportunities for aspiring dancers: • Nominations for The Royal Guard Training Program: We will be nominating dancers to be selected for our Royal Guard Training program in every workshop. The Royal Guard is a 6-month online training program for dancers anywhere in the world, ages 16-17 years old. • Fast Pass for The Royal Family Auditions: Selected dancers will also be awarded a free pass to participate in The Royal Family Auditions, October 3-5, 2025, in Rome, Italy. Your ticket includes access to both workshops, each workshop will feature different choreography. Workshop 1: 12 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Workshop 2: 1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to elevate your dancing with The Royal Family Dance Crew. Tickets are limited – secure yours today and train with the best! The Royal Family Dance Crew on Facebook / Instagram

"Access" is a group exhibition featuring material and conceptual works by multidisciplinary artists Carolina Danu, Yena Kim, Nanzi Muro, and Gabrielle Berens. "Access" includes MFA students from San Diego State University who believe in the need for diversity in the arts. Through printmaking, textiles, ceramics, digital graphics, illustrations, paintings, and woven sculpture, the selected works celebrate the evolving practices of these emerging artists and will serve to inspire the possibilities of material expression. The title of the exhibition, "Access," represents access to arts education, access to facilities, access to community, as well as access to expression through a variety of media and materials. Bonita Museum & Cultural Center on Facebook / Instagram

The Trump administration’s hardline immigration policies continue to affect San Diego. Today we look at what the new federal sanctuary designation list means for our region, as well as the State Department’s threat to revoke visas for all international students from China. Then, National City has paid to settle three separate civil rights lawsuits in recent years, again raising questions about how police respond to people experiencing mental health distress. Finally, here about KPBS’ recent Reddit AMA about the city budget deficit.