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One of the world's most famous Christmas trees has arrived. The 12-ton tree was trucked in from Elkton, Md. The lighting ceremony is scheduled for Dec. 1.

San Diego Writers, Ink invited you to join the Create a Sense of Place with Journaling workshop. When researching a location for your novel, non-fiction book or memoir expand your writing’s quality by keeping a travel or writing journal. Learn the tools and techniques to make your writing come alive once back at the keyboard by drawing, creating collections and more. Date | Tuesday, January 18 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Location | Online Register here! Members: $27 Nonmembers: $31.50 You will be emailed the Zoom link 24 hours before the start of class. If you sign up less than 24 hours before the start of the class, please email Kristen at programs@sandiegowriters.org for your link. For more information, please visit sandiegowriters.org/create-a-sense-of-place or call (619) 696-0363.

Thousands of foreign workers who entered the U.S. on temporary work visas received $1,200 pandemic stimulus checks in error, and many of them are spending the money in their home countries.

Jan Egeland of the Norwegian Refugee Council, which has been awarded the Hilton Humanitarian Prize for helping millions in crisis, talks about unprecedented challenges and dreams of a better future.

Men who belonged to unions their entire career made up to $1.3 million more, on average, than men who never joined one, according to recently released research.

Stanford University intentionally excluded Jewish students for years, according to a report put forth by the institution. The university's president issued an extensive apology Wednesday.

The May 14th Memorial Commission is a step in the state's long-term commitment to supporting and uplifting the East Side Buffalo community, officials say.

In this introductory level class, we’ll make Italian White Beans with Sage, Garlic and Fennel and use sage three different ways. We’ll also study two additional recipes and discuss how layering flavor is the key to their success: Lemon and Shrimp Risotto with Fresh Basil and Spice-Crusted Steak with Charred Chickpeas (note: we will not make these two recipes in class). As we cook and talk, we’ll cover both why we layer flavor and how to do it. The techniques are easy and will transform your home cooking immediately. You will learn when to use fewer ingredients and how to use them fully so that your food always tastes great. Date | Wednesday, January 26 from 3 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. Location | Online Register here! Admission is $25 per person, plus fees. This class is brought to you by Milk Street Cooking School. For more information, please visit the class' Eventbrite page or email cookingschool@177milkstreet.com.

Join guest chef Yasmin Newman, author of the new book “Under Coconut Skies,” for a class that will transport you to the Philippines. With Yasmin as your guide, you’ll be immersed in Filipino food and culture and will get a primer on its foundational flavors and techniques. As we make Fried Chicken with Banana Chili Catsup Glaze, you’ll learn about local ingredients, like kalamansi, the unique and punchy citrus fruit, and about how to make smart substitutions for that and other ingredients you may not have at home yet. Join us to deepen your appreciation of Filipino food and to treat yourself to a bold meal full of big flavors! Date | Tuesday, January 25 from 3 p.m. to 4:25 p.m. Location | Online Register here! Admission is $25 per person, plus fees. This class is brought to you by Milk Street Cooking School. For more information, please visit the class' Eventbrie page or email cookingschool@177milkstreet.com.

Democrats retained control of the U.S. Senate after Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto won reelection in an exceptionally close race. She speaks with Morning Edition about what the race means for her party.