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A glimpse at the world of women bullfighters in Mexico City, as the spectacle makes its return two years after a judge banned it — generating excitement from fans and criticism over animal cruelty.

On Monday the San Diego City Council passed an ordinance further defining who is eligible to serve on the city’s Commission on Police Practices. The 25-member commission is expected to investigate shootings by police officers and deaths in police custody. Next, more details on the commitment by San Diego city and county leaders to build more affordable housing. Also, California is experiencing the driest three years ever recorded and we’re on track for a fourth year. The implications of a La Niña this winter for the state. And, a new book takes a look at the science of “belonging” during a time of polarization, how it plays a role in our mental and physical health, and how it can help lead to a society based on inclusiveness and human connection. Plus, Common Ground Theatre has been around since the Civil Rights era; now it starts a new era as the theatre in residence at La Jolla Playhouse. KPBS attended a rehearsal last week to find out how Common Ground is using the residency program to reach a larger audience. Finally, a conversation with Keith Corbin who traces his path as a former gang member who learned to cook in prison to a celebrated chef in a new memoir.

Join us every first Thursday of the month from Memorial Day to Labor Day for a monthly film screening curated by Standard Fantastic Pictures’ (SFP) Omar Lopex. The screening will include a feature film inspired by our special exhibition Celia Álvarez Muñoz: Breaking the Binding and local SFP shorts. Like Álvarez Muñoz, Standard Fantastic Pictures examines the nature of the border and embraces an ‘artivistst’ (art + activist) perspective in art-making. The double feature will include feature film "Days of Heaven" (1978) and two short films by artist Hugo Crosthwaite: "CARAVAN" (2022) and "Tía Juana Mi Amor" (2020). Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

The San Diego Chinese Historical Museum is a platform to celebrate multiculturalism, enrich the community, and showcase San Diego as an international and cultural tourist destination. The museum’s exhibits share the heritage of San Diego’s Chinese community and the essence of Chinese arts and culture through historic photographs, miniature models, ancient artifacts and explanatory text. Special events also celebrate holidays like the Chinese New Year, the Moon Festival, and Veterans Day. The SDCHM will be hosting a special lecture titled Red Bishop, in which Dr. Robin Yuan will explore the epic story of 20th Century China through the life of Bishop Robin Chen. Date | Saturday, February 26 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Location | Online through Zoom Register here! This is a free event open to the public. Registration is required. For more information, please visit the event's site or call (619) 338-9888.

The United Nations says 7,500 metric tons of unexploded ordnance litter the Gaza Strip. The U.N. says it could take 14 years to dispose of these dangers.

The state is considering zeroing out funds for CalWORKS family stabilization and job subsidy programs to help balance the budget.

The band's sophomore album, Earthdrawn Skies, connects the dots in wildly diverse music spanning eight centuries.

Lindsay Lohan and other celebrities were tricked into calling for the ouster of Moldova's president. It's the latest example of the Cameo app being used for an apparent political propaganda operation.

An independent thriller arthouse film from acclaimed female director Debra Granik, Winter's Bone is a story of an Ozark Mountains girl trying to keep her family intact as she hunts down her missing father, who is entangled in a mysterious drug-dealing community. Directed by Debra Granik. Rated R. (100 min.) Screening held at the MiraCosta College Little Theatre (Bldg. 3601), Oceanside Campus. For more information visit: miracosta.edu Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Tuition for California State University students will increase by 6% annually for five years beginning in 2024-25.