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Interested in making a real global impact? The Borgen Project is a nonprofit dedicated to fighting extreme poverty by mobilizing volunteers, fundraising, and meeting with Congressional leaders to advocate for the world’s most vulnerable communities. Join our info session to learn more about our mission, ask questions, and discover how you can get involved—whether you’re looking to volunteer or simply want to support the cause. We’d love to have you there! The Borgen Project on Instagram

Premieres Monday, Sept. 1, 2025 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app. After losing it all, Desiree Wood takes a second lease on life as a long-haul trucker. In a rapidly changing labor landscape, she and her sisterhood of truckers, rally against the crushing forces of an industry that is indifferent to their survival.

California Center for the Arts, Escondido Foundation transforms downtown into a magical Winter Wonderland, December 6 and 7, from 1 to 5 p.m. both days. Families can play in real snow, make festive crafts, and visit Santa while enjoying seasonal food, drinks, and holiday shopping. This free community event brings the magic of the North Pole to the heart of Escondido – a cherished tradition and the perfect way to welcome the holiday season! Additionally, the City of Escondido is rolling out a Yiftee gift card program where you can purchase gift cards that can be redeemed at a variety of Escondido businesses. For more information, please visit https://artcenter.org/event/winter-wonderland-festival-2025 California Center For The Arts, Escondido on Facebook / Instagram

Young teens who use cannabis are more likely to be frequent users than people who start later, according to a study in JAMA Network Open. They are also more likely to seek care for health problems.

We hear from Kumeyaay leaders about ways they're honoring and preserving their cultural heritage. Plus, a new coalition forms to raise awareness about missing and murdered Indigenous people in San Diego.

A Florida-based company is charging military veterans as much as $20,000 for help with disability claims, even though the VA has said that may be illegal and the service should be free. But so far nobody's stopping the company and others like it.

Save the date for Saturday, April 18, 2026! With generous support from PNC Grow Up Great®, Fred Rogers Productions, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and the Frieda Berlinski Foundation, KPBS is excited to host the next annual Be My Neighbor Day event on the San Diego State University campus on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Be My Neighbor Day is a free outdoor event for young children and families to celebrate what it means to be a community helper, just like Daniel Tiger! It’s never too early to be a contributing member of your community. Join us to learn how even a small act of service can bring a lot of joy and make a very big difference. At Be My Neighbor Day, you can: Create with hands-on activities and crafts for the whole family! Enjoy storytime, live music, and entertainment Experience the PNC Grow Up Great® Mobile Learning Adventure Pay it forward, one small act of kindness at a time! And of course, visit with PBS KIDS’ beloved character Daniel Tiger All attendees will receive a KPBS KIDS giveaway, as well as resources on how to continue to serve as a community helper and compassionate neighbor!

Help us show a little extra love to the animals in our care during the holidays! You and your young family members are invited to stop by our San Diego Campus anytime between 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. and help with any (or all!) of our various project stations. Projects may include making meatballs for dogs, decorating hiding boxes and cardboard toys for cats, putting together hay burritos for our small pets and more! Registration is open to the first 50 families — just one registration per family is needed. Visit: https://app.betterimpact.com/Application?OrganizationGuid=830cc00f-67d2-4f9e-b5d4-55d4fbb64d43&ApplicationFormNumber=3 San Diego Humane Society on Instagram and Facebook

Fresh Air's book critic says her picks tilt a bit to nonfiction, but the novels that made the cut redress the imbalance by their sweep and intensity. Karen Russell's The Antidote was her favorite.

It is a truth universally acknowledged that 250 years after her birth, Jane Austen is a cultural juggernaut and original influencer. Calling Janeites of all ages to celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th at the Central Library’s IDEA Lab and make cool Jane Austen stuff. You can: - Dare to try to best library staff in Austen trivia - Decoupage items using Regency and Austen themed cut outs - Use wax seal to add texture to love letters to your boo or journal pages - Design Austen themed magnets with your silhouette or photos of you in costume ...and more! No registration required. For all ages. While supplies last. Dress up not required but encouraged. San Diego Public Library on Instagram