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NPR has promoted Thomas Evans, its editorial review chief, to lead the newsroom through a period of change, following Congress' decision to end federal funding of public media.

The late artist Ruth Asawa regularly drew the bouquets people gave her. Years later, some of the sketches made it back to those who gave flowers.

At the Encinitas April Street Fair, enjoy unique food, five live music stages, children's rides, beer garden, and more than 450 vendors. In the Spring Street Fair, ongoing since 1983, international food, children’s rides, four live stages, and the craft brewery beer garden guarantee that there will be fun for the whole family. The emphasis of both the Encinitas Spring Street Fair and the Holiday Street Fair is on arts, handmade crafts, antiques, and ethnic imports. However, commercial vendors will be accepted and admitted upon consideration of merchandise and display appearance. Please be aware that there are no refunds within 30 days of the event. Please Note There is no parking on Hwy 101 from D to J Street on Saturday and Sunday from 4 a.m. to 6 p.m. Your car will be towed by law enforcement if parked in the specified area. There will be signage leading up to the Street Fair as a reminder. Visit: https://www.encinitas101.com/spring-street-fair

NPR's Michel Martin talks with former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker about NATO's response to the Russian drones shot down over Polish airspace.

A late summer run for NPR's Brian Mann featured an abundance of ripe, wild berries and a dip in the river.

The Trump administration has asked NASA staffers to draw up plans to end at least two satellite missions that measure carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, according to current and former NASA employees.

Step into the wonders of Spring at our most vibrant festival of the year – Belmont in Bloom! Starting on April 5, join us in creating colorful experiences with neighbors and friends as we bring the beauty of Spring to the beach! Find yourself surrounded by a Kaleidoscope of color with stunning floral arrangements and vibrant sculptures, or dance with us under blue skies with a talented lineup of local artists and performers. With exciting new food experiences and public art installations, "Belmont in Bloom" offers something exciting for every palate! To join us in the mission of supporting your local San Diego art community, connect with us on social media and never miss out on sneak peeks and event updates throughout the season. Look out for ways to celebrate and make San Diego bloom together this Spring at Belmont Park! Visit: https://www.belmontpark.com/belmont-in-bloom Belmont Park on Instagram and Facebook

Adjunct faculty in USD’s College of Arts and Sciences said the university cut courses without bargaining over the impact on union members.

"Save the Ocean 5" art and poetry exhibition from March 26 to May 28 celebrates the richness of the ocean environment by displaying a variety of mediums from a diverse range of artists, whose work is about the ocean world. Front Porch Gallery in collaboration with Surfing Madonna Oceans Project endeavors to promote a love and understanding of the fragile coastal environment by encouraging people to be stewards of the ocean, to appreciate what we have and preserve it for future generations. Artists will have the opportunity to share their experience at Docent Tours, and poets will be invited to read at the reception. Throughout the exhibition we’ll host opportunities for the community to view the work and experience creative engagements at the gallery through making, discussing, and viewing programs. Awards given for exceptional and thought provoking visual artwork and poetry. Visit: https://www.frontporchgallery.org/save-the-ocean-5-prospectus/ Front Porch Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

Residents around the Salton Sea have long complained of respiratory ailments from particulate pollution that wafts from its shoreline.