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The emergency management agency has long tried to respond to rumors that might delay recovery efforts. But a former FEMA official says the current information environment has never been so bad.

Last Halloween, the FDA said that some cinnamon, a spice loved by many kids and adults, was contaminated with lead, a metal that can cause irreversible damage in babies and young children.

Rooney's fourth novel is a story about learning to accept loss. And though it has its share of grief and strife, it's happier and less disturbing than Normal People and Beautiful World, Where Are You.

Monday, Oct. 21, 2024 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV Stream now with the PBS app. In the 1950s and '60s, the U.S. government conducted a series of nuclear tests in the Nevada desert. The resulting fallout would kick off a decades-long debate over cancer rates, the costs of patriotism, and the responsibility of a nation to protect its citizens. The film chronicles the history of the testing program, and shares the stories of Utahans who lived downwind from the Nevada site.

The San Diego County Supervisors on Tuesday will consider whether to provide an additional $3 million for migrants. In other news, big commercial banks have received a bad rap in recent years for excessive overdraft fees, but it turns out it's big business for credit unions too. Plus, San Diego’s rising rents have scattered LGBTQ+ substance abuse recovery groups.

Claudia Sheinbaum is a 62-year-old environmental scientist who left academia on a political trajectory that took her from a local mayor, to running Mexico City, to winning the presidency with nearly 60% of the vote.

The Federal Trade Commission has voted to ban employment agreements that typically prevent workers from leaving their companies for competitors, or starting competing businesses of their own.

Note: The event will be held at Second Chance, as Marie Widman Memorial Park is damaged due to recent flooding. Encanto, San Diego's vibrant Black Arts & Culture District, is set to come alive on Saturday, February 18 from Noon to 4:45 p.m. with the inaugural Daygo Eatz event. Organized by The Mental Bar, Black San Diego, and Pillars of the Community, Daygo Eatz promises to be a dynamic celebration of community, resilience, and local talent. Daygo Eatz will transform nine blocks, spanning one mile of Encanto's streets and spill into the adjacent Marie Widman Memorial Park. The event aims to revitalize the spirit of the community and honor its rich cultural heritage while providing a platform for local businesses and artists to showcase their products and talents. The event will feature a dynamic mix of activities including a street fair with pop ups from local vendors, an art walk, and live entertainment. Attendees can expect to experience the vibrancy of Encanto through displays from local artists, spoken word performances, and engaging discussions on health and wellness.

Spruce Pine is a major global supplier of high-purity quartz. It's an essential ingredient for microchips and solar panels.

KPBS followed a volunteer group in the annual Point-in-Time Count for Vista and San Marcos early Thursday.