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Debate is hot about the impact of a higher minimum wage. Half a million Californians work in fast-food, where wages had stagnated for decades. Restaurant owners warn of higher prices and fewer hours.

Political observers say Kamala Harris' experience as the daughter of immigrants has intertwined with her career as a prosecutor to form a pattern: pro-immigration but tough in enforcing the law.

South Park’s Holiday Walkabout is only a month away! Join the fun on Saturday, December 2nd from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. in Grape St. Square. Embrace the magic of the holiday season at the lighting of the South Park marquee, stroll beneath the twinkle light lit trees and take a ride on the festive trolley. The evening promises to wrap you in warm, cozy holiday spirit. Many of the neighborhood small businesses stay open later, with offers of refreshments, special activities or offers and live music fills the air. Stay tuned to our feed & stories as we approach this wonderful, family friendly holiday event. Special thanks to The Book Catapult for sponsoring the trolley for the evening. South Park marquee by San Diego Socialights. Winter Walkabout and Luminaria are funded in part with City of San Diego funds. Stay Connected on Facebook

Books take a lot of resources to make. Digital readers do, too. What's the more sustainable option? The answer isn't straightforward.

Workers are on a 24-hour strike to pressure owner Jeff Bezos and company leaders to negotiate a new labor contract. The Post says it needs to cut jobs and may resort to layoffs.

Affordable housing or a park? An empty lot in Encinitas is the subject of a contentious debate. The Encinitas City Council will vote Wednesday on beginning to study the space for an affordable housing development.

Hola Friends! We kick off our new season highlighting LGBTQ+ stories with a two-part series: The Fight for Marriage Equality in Baja. In this first part, we sit down with Meritxell and Nancy, a queer couple from Tijuana who have fought for LGBTQ+ rights in the state of Baja and Mexico. They share their story of how they fought to have marriage equality in the State of Baja. Don't miss this amazing story! Tune in to listen! @portofentrypod ************** Port of Entry has a whole new set of stories for you, this time centered around LGBTQ+ issues. This season we dive with our guests into what it means to be queer in the borderlands, finding yourself, and fighting for your rights. Follow hosts Natali Gonzalez and Alan Lilienthal as they sit down with these fascinating people who share their stories. Listen in and join us! If you like this episode, show us some love @portofentrypod ************** From KPBS and PRX, “Port of Entry” tells cross-border stories that connect us. More stories at www.portofentrypod.org Find us on Facebook Find us on Instagram Support our show at www.kpbs.org/donate. Search “Port of Entry” in the gifts section to get our sling bag as a thank-you gift. If your business or nonprofit wants to sponsor our show, email corporatesupport@kpbs.org. Feedback is a gift. Text or call the "Port of Entry" team at 619-500-3197 anytime with questions or comments about the show. Email us at podcasts@kpbs.org. “Port of Entry'' is written, produced and directed by Julio C. Ortiz Franco. Adrian Villalobos is our Technical Producer and Sound Designer. Alisa Barba is our editor. Episodes are translated by Julio C. Ortiz Franco and Natali Gonzales. Elma Gonzalez is our Spanish Editor. Lisa Morrisette-Zapp is Director of Audio Programming and Operations and John Decker is the Director of Content Development. This program is made possible, in part, by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

You are invited to our Pawliday Market at The Dog Society! Spoil your pup and yourself with some festive gifts from local, small business vendors or consider adopting a pup for the perfect Holiday surprise! Free event, open to all ages. Keep an eye out for photo-ops with the Grinch! Stay Connected on Facebook

Cheaper versions of Wegovy and Zepbound touted on social media could be fleeting. Copies are legal now because the brand-name drugs are in short supply. But the drugmakers are boosting production.

The dictators of today aren't united by ideology, writes Anne Applebaum: They operate like companies, focused on preserving their wealth, repressing their people and maintaining power at all costs.