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NPR Music culture critic and reporter Rodney Carmichael ruminates on the latest in rap culture. This week: a hip-hop divorce, an OutKast lawsuit and the state of rap music on the charts.

First, in today’s episode we’ll tell you what changed or stayed in regards to funding for the city of San Diego’s police and fire departments in the upcoming fiscal year budget. Then, UC San Diego researchers are looking into whether popular medicines for weight loss could also help to slow the impacts of aging. Also, a new solar panel project in Imperial Beach. And, we’ll tell you why the San Diego City Council recently put its support behind a package of state bills aimed at reforming utility companies like SDG&E.

The Spreckels Organ Society presents the 38th Annual San Diego International Summer Organ Festival, the largest organ festival in the United States, featuring the historic Spreckels Organ, the largest open-air musical instrument in the world, with 5,098 pipes of up to 32-feet long, and nine percussion instruments located throughout the building. The summer-long festival – directed by Raúl Prieto Ramírez, Spreckels Organ Society’s Artistic Director and San Diego’s Civic Organist – takes place in the heart of Balboa Park, from July 13 through Sept. 7. These 90-minute, free admission concerts by acclaimed international artists are brought to the Spreckels Organ Pavilion each Monday evening at 7:30 p.m. by the Spreckels Organ Society. The concerts are free thanks to the support of the Society’s sponsors, donors, members and volunteers. This season, the Monday evening concerts feature artists from five different nations, making it a truly international festival. The variety of concerts is broad with something for everyone. For the full Festival program, visit www.spreckelsorgan.org/summer-organ-festival. Spreckels Organ Society on Instagram

Salt & Straw ice cream’s beloved Summer Pies flavor series has officially returned, including the addition of a brand new flavor, Peaches and Cream Galette. Co-founder and head ice cream maker Tyler Malek has once again reimagined classic pies as five standout ice cream flavors, churning their flaky crusts, jammy fillings, and custardy centers into a suite of craveable scoops – available now through August 27th. Flavor details are noted below, and the series is available at all local scoop shops, via nationwide shipping and on affiliate via Awin (sign-up link here). Additionally, Salt & Straw is debuting a new frozen treat, the limited-edition Tacolate Milkshake – an indulgent spin-off of their viral Tacolate, the nostalgic and highly sought-after ice cream taco. Available starting this Saturday, August 1st through September 7th, the Tacolate Milkshake blends Cinnamon Snickerdoodle ice cream with a Tacolate and is finished with a chocolate drizzle, whipped cream, wildberry sugar dusting, and half a Tacolate topper. Guests who download the Salt & Straw app can also take full advantage of the “Order Ahead” feature to secure any of the above offerings, which allows them to skip the line by ordering their treats in advance within the app. Flavors in The Summer Pies Series include: *New!* Peaches and Cream Galette – A brand new creation: fresh peach ice cream studded with hunks of a rustic peach galette, and ribboned with peach pie filling Wild-Foraged Berry Slab Pie – The beloved returning flavor, featuring wild berry pie filling and bits of double-baked pie crust folded into salted vanilla ice cream Wildflower Honey and Lemon Chess Pie – Cultured frozen yogurt studded with lemon chess pie, sweetened with wildflower honey and finished with a drizzle of housemade lemon curd Gruyère and Tomato Custard Tart – A savory gruyère cheese and tomato jam tart, diced into bite-sized pieces and tossed into a salt and pepper custard ice cream Coconut Cherry Pie with Almond Crust (v) – Sour cherry pie filling and shortbread almond crust folded into coconut cream San Diego Locations include: Little Italy, UTC, Del Mar One Paseo, One Paseo Salt & Straw Ice Cream on Facebook / Instagram

Join The Death Network for a sunset cruise on San Diego Bay as we explore one of the most misunderstood and least talked about end-of-life options: full-body sea burial. Together, we'll explore the question: What if your final resting place wasn't a cemetery? Grab a cocktail, enjoy the views, and connect with a community that's not afraid to talk about death. Whether you're simply curious, planning ahead, or work in end-of-life care, this is a unique opportunity to learn, ask questions, and discover options you may not have known existed. There will be plenty of death workers on board—including death doulas, funeral professionals, and end-of-life educators—making this a fantastic networking opportunity for forward-thinking professionals and anyone interested in reimagining death care. What is Sea Burial? It's exactly what it sounds like: a person's body is committed to the sea. Sea burial is a legal and environmentally conscious option for those seeking a natural alternative to conventional burial or cremation. With green burial options still limited in San Diego, more people are exploring sea burial as a meaningful way to return to nature after death. The Highlight of the Evening We'll conduct a mock sea burial ceremony, giving attendees an opportunity to witness the process, experience the ritual, and ask questions of the professionals who help families navigate this option. 5:15 p.m. – 6 p.m. Check-in and boarding 6 p.m. Boat departs for our sunset cruise 8 p.m. Return to dock Your Ticket Includes: • One complementary drink • Sunset cruise on San Diego Bay • Mock sea burial demonstration • Q&A with end-of-life professionals • Meaningful conversations and new connections Come curious. Leave informed. Let's lift the taboo around death - together! RSVP Meet Up / The Death Network or Venmo @thedeathnetwork The Death Network on Instagram

A new study finds that an all-out sprint may have unique benefits when it comes to the proteins and tiny molecules in your bloodstream.

The $6.4 billion proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026/27 will be discussed, debated and amended until June 9, the city's deadline for adopting a final budget. Gloria said the nearly $120 million hole in the city's finances was built over decades of deferred maintenance, rising costs and changing priorities both in Washington and Sacramento.

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV. Explore how craft is intertwined with our nation's defining principles. Featuring Robert L. Lynch, Sammy Little, Smithsonian Institution museums, Harvey Pratt, the Veterans History Project, Eudorah Moore and Berea College Student Craft.

For one special summer night, the streets of Little Italy transform! Summer Sera, Little Italy’s summer celebration event, is ready to bring its magic to the neighborhood once again on Wednesday, July 1, from 4 p.m. - 8 pm. But first, start your Wednesday at the weekly Mercato Farmers Market from 9:30 am to 1:30 p.m. for your fresh produce and July 4th weekend shopping. Take a true Italian lunch break - la pausa pranzo - and return refreshed and ready to embrace la dolce vita with two live music areas, summer shopping, and good eats at Little Italy’s very own block party from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. In the evening, explore Lucky Bandana Bakery, unique ceramic pieces from Glazed & Fired, and familiar favorites like Indian spice blends from Simple Sumptuous Cooking and local honey from the beekeepers at Mikolich or Aliza's. At Facets of Ritual and Lily Girl, deck yourself out in summery handmade accessories, and find beachy looks from Garminx Boutique and My Sun & Soul. Savor a freshly made beverage from Drewski's or Local Lemon while you snack on gluten-free goodies from Maurketo Bakery. Or pop into your favorite Little Italy spot for a sip and snack in between shopping! Summer Sera welcomes all ages, including our littlest community members, with kid-favorite vendors like Penny's Slimes, and don't forget sweet treats for sweet kiddos from Maya's Cookies. If it’s a furry friend you want to bring, reward them with quality-ingredient bites from Stark Sticks and cute accessories from Barks & Crafts and Pinos Pooches. Whether you’re shopping, sipping, or dancing in the street, with over 80 vendors, there’s plenty of tail-wagging joy to go around on Wednesday, July 1 in Little Italy! Little Italy San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

The Spreckels Organ Society presents the 38th Annual San Diego International Summer Organ Festival, the largest organ festival in the United States, featuring the historic Spreckels Organ, the largest open-air musical instrument in the world, with 5,098 pipes of up to 32-feet long, and nine percussion instruments located throughout the building. The summer-long festival – directed by Raúl Prieto Ramírez, Spreckels Organ Society’s Artistic Director and San Diego’s Civic Organist – takes place in the heart of Balboa Park, from July 13 through Sept. 7. These 90-minute, free admission concerts by acclaimed international artists are brought to the Spreckels Organ Pavilion each Monday evening at 7:30 p.m. by the Spreckels Organ Society. The concerts are free thanks to the support of the Society’s sponsors, donors, members and volunteers. This season, the Monday evening concerts feature artists from five different nations, making it a truly international festival. The variety of concerts is broad with something for everyone. For the full Festival program, visit www.spreckelsorgan.org/summer-organ-festival. Spreckels Organ Society on Instagram