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Members of the orchestra have dusted off their flutes, violins and trombones and come to the Coronado Community Center to play with joy and no judgement.

Longtime Rep. Darrell Issa announced Friday he will not seek reelection in 2026 after serving in Congress for more than two decades. Voice of San Diego's Scott Lewis joins Midday Edition Monday to talk about where the race goes from here, and reflect on Issa's political legacy.

After-school activities and summer camp can get expensive, especially if you have multiple kids. For the Romero family, the city's recreation centers have made them affordable.

The Great Spartan Band at Central Union High School has a long history of excellence and award winning performances. Two of their traditions include The Shuffle and “I’m So Glad,” both from the band traditions of HBCU’s and other bands of the South.This episode explores what these mean to the band members of today and of the past.

Since 2023, a rising number of Sprinter and Coaster riders have evaded fares on the trains. This spike coincides with the rollout of the district’s hands-off enforcement policy, which came in response to a surge in assaults.

Experts say this kind of media campaign is unprecedented and paints a distorted picture of immigrants and crime

First, as we enter the last 10 days of Ramadan, local Muslims say ongoing conflict in the Middle East is a top concern. Also, a new state law is giving school board members a shot at a major pay raise. Then, we spoke with locals about what they feel being American means as this year marks 250 years since The Declaration of Independence was signed. Lastly, a conversation with the curator behind an exhibition currently showing at UCSD’s Mandeville Art Gallery.

Robin Henkel—five time recipient of “Best Blues Award” at the San Diego Music Awards— brings his six piece band to Lu Lu’s. With this group says Robin “I like to feature originally composed horn arrangements drawing from the deep rich traditions of blues, jazz, swing and funk.” The Robin Henkel Band with Horns features Steve Ebner: trumpet, Dave Castel de Oro: tenor sax, Troy Jennings: baritone sax, Ken Dow: bass and Paul Kimbarow: drums. As a solo blues artist Robin Henkel performs blues with an intensity rarely seen in Southern California. Drawing from the styles of Robert Johnson, Fred McDowell and Elmore James, Robin has moulded his own intense and entertaining personal style. Robin has opened shows for: BB King, Dizzy Gillespie, Bonnie Raitt, Dr. John, Jr. Wells, Jr. Walker, Arlo Guthrie, Hot Tuna, John McLaughlin, Todd Rundgren, Warren Zevon, Steve Stills, Dave Mason, Don McLean, Charles Brown, John Mayall, David Lindley. Robin has performed with: Johnny Almond, Buddy Miles, The San Diego Symphony, Lowell Fulson, Big Jay McNealy, Jimmy Witherspoon, Sha Na Na, Papa John Creach, Dirty Dozen Brass Band, John Hammond. Robin Henkel on Facebook

The rapper, who also serves as the official "hype man" for multiple U.S. Olympic teams, invited the female hockey players to Las Vegas for a "real celebration."

As the On-Air Fundraising Manager, Luis is responsible for implementing KPBS’ membership campaigns on radio, TV, and digital media. He is a seasoned media professional with experience in television, film, international broadcasting, branding, production, creative services, programming, news, media sales, new business development, network operations, radio, advertising, digital media and general management. His has worked at several prestigious media organizations including The Cartoon Network, TNT for Latin America, Univision, Telemundo, and Paramount Pictures. He has also developed advertising, marketing, and branding campaigns for national TV networks and local stations. He served on several industry and business related committees and non-profit organizations. He also served as a mentor for students at the Film Connection, a film school located in Los Angeles. Luis has been nominated for two Emmy’s and has won various Addy’s and Promax/BDA awards. He has also received awards from the Houston Film Festival and New York Festivals.