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The All-American Rejects could be playing arenas, but instead, the rock band is throwing house parties to protest rising concert ticket prices. One San Diego couple's Sunday night turned into an unforgettable backyard show.

In this episode of Port of Entry, recorded before a live audience, we talk with Lourdes Ayon, a Tijuana native, comedian, advocate, and lobbyist, about how comedy can become a powerful form of protest.

We remember Billy Ray Smith Jr., former San Diego Chargers linebacker and sports broadcaster. Plus, a look behind an effort to shake up Chula Vista's government. Then, how Salton Sea pollution is impacting a nearby Little League.

First, the city has renewed their contract with Caltrans. Then, as the summer temps climb, so are COVID-19 cases in the county. Next, new murals have popped up that honor African American and Chicano music legends. Also, some weekend events happening around the county that you and yours can take part in.

The book, "Alas al Borde: Borderland Wings," tells the story of a migrant duck and a native bird exploring the border landscape. Then, KPBS' Beth Accomando previews two new plays opening this weekend. Finally, hear your weekend preview.

First, we’ll tell you why the USS Fort Worth had its lifespan cut short. Then, the local impact of Hurricane Genevieve means dangerously high surf levels. Next, we look into the future of the Downtown La Mesa Trolley Station. And we hear from students from tribal bands and nations who attended arts and culture workshops last week. Plus, we speak to researchers who found a glitch in an anti-theft system on some cars.

The federal government is expected to release a plan for how much Colorado River water states can share. California faces big cuts.

Hurricane Genevieve is sending powerful waves to San Diego shores. We talk about the forecast and safety at the beach.

While much of today’s research focuses on the mental health impacts of technology use, NPR’s Manoush Zomorodi wanted to learn more about what it means for our bodies. Her book “Body Electric: The Hidden Health Costs of the Digital Age and New Science to Reclaim Your Well-Bring” lays out not just the ways technology is making us less healthy, but also gives us actionable ways to help.

First, new data suggests the race to replace Darrell Issa in the 48th congressional seat is quite competitive. Then, we’ll tell you about two new lawsuits -- one against the state and one against the Trump administration. Also, San Diego’s mayor and a city councilman disagree on reopening public restrooms in Mission Bay Park. And, how a bridge in San Ysidro is more than a bridge.