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In the closing days of the legislative year, California lawmakers sent Gov. Gavin Newsom a bill that is meant to toughen scrutiny of the state’s embattled fire insurer of last resort by insisting that two of their leaders join its governing committee.

La Jolla Playhouse’s celebrated annual WOW Festival is a four-day celebration of immersive, interactive and surprising art experiences from local, national and international artists. This is theatre - without walls. From April 24 – 27, discover more than 20 new works including free and paid events with fun for the whole family. WOW Festival is presented in partnership with UC San Diego and takes over locations around the campus in La Jolla.

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with KPBS Passport! No one played a larger role in mythologizing the cowboy’s place in American culture than Charles M. Russell. Explore his art and life as he witnessed and documented the end of the Wild West open range, and America entered the 20th Century.

California congressional wannabes aren’t waiting for Prop. 50 to start campaigning in the newly drawn districts. Candidates are evaluating which seats they stand the greatest chance of winning in. For Republican challengers, the eight-week delay is far more consequential.

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy and Education Secretary Linda McMahon are against schools giving kids standardized questionnaires about their mental well-being. But experts say they are wrong.

In small town Washington — where hydropower is plentiful — data centers are creating jobs and funding amenities. But water and energy aren't unlimited — and some worry about long-term sustainability.

Science writer Mary Roach chronicles both the history and the latest science of body part replacement in her new book. She also answers the question: Is it kosher to receive an organ donation from a pig?

About 340,000 California students completed a financial aid application, up about 11% over last year.

Here's where to spend your Fourth of July in San Diego County — from fireworks and food to parades and outdoor activities.

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS app. Hosted by Dr. Jon Hallberg and Dr. Tseganesh Selameab, the film connects the arts and healthcare through the power of storytelling. Physicians share their experiences with race, racism, disparities in health care and representation, and anti-racist efforts in the medical community.