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From yoga and spa days to arcade games and outdoor adventures, KPBS staff share their top self-care experiences and spots around San Diego this year.

For horror fans yearning for the spooky season, here's a pop up market to tide you over.

The Bubble Run™ would not be possible without the help of our amazing volunteers. We have a variety of roles available for people of any age, location, and fitness level. No special skills or experience is required, just your enthusiasm and willingness to have a good time! Join us in creating a wonderful experience. Join us in creating a wonderful experience and earn free perks. Participants will experience four bogs of colored suds (red, green, blue, and yellow) as they complete the race. These foam stations will create a wall of bubbles to shower participants with colorful, fun, eco-friendly, and non-toxic bubbles. Visit: https://endurancecui.active.com/new/events/95072407/select-race? BubbleRUN on Instagram and Facebook

First, we’ll tell you how the county’s $9 billion dollar recommended budget addresses federal funding cuts. Then, the Bonita Museum and Cultural Center has a fresh new look. Next, we’ll tell you why Iran’s World Cup training base has been moved to Mexico. Also, our resident Cinema Junkie reviews Boots Riley’s new film.

UC San Diego is hosting the 25th Annual Kyoto Prize Symposium this week. Award recipient Carol Gilligan joins Midday Edition Tuesday to talk about her pioneering work highlighting the experiences of women and girls in research, and share her reaction to receiving the Kyoto Prize.

The board approved a resolution Tuesday that kicks off a review of classroom technology use. Still, some parents say it doesn’t go far enough.

Sabrosas Latin Orchestra, San Diego's first and only all-female salsa band and a 501(c)(3) organization, is celebrating five years of community, music, and fun in 2024. Música En La Plaza is a free community event presented by the California Center for the Arts, Escondido Foundation. Nestled within the Lyric Courtyard, this starlit monthly concert series offers an unforgettable cultural experience that celebrates the vibrant heritage of Latin rhythms. Our carefully curated lineup of talented local musicians and performers ensures a diverse and rich musical journey, featuring everything from salsa and merengue to cumbia and bachata. Visit: https://artcenter.org/musica-en-la-plaza/

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors will vote on a new budget Thursday that is expected to include a shift in funding for homeless services. While the volume of homeless services and programs won’t be reduced, some one-time grants that fund homeless programs are set to expire.

San Diego-based musician Matthew Phillips is a rising pop force from Southern California, captivating audiences with infectious melodies, heartfelt storytelling, and a modern alternative sound that pairs electronic elements with cinematic soundscapes and classic, hook-driven lyrics. A standout guitarist as well as a songwriter, Phillips’ playing has drawn attention from major industry names including Fender, Ernie Ball, Taylor, Seymour Duncan, JHS, RJM, and Walrus Audio. Following the success of his 2023 singles “So in Love” and “Till It’s Over,” Phillips gained momentum as the “Till It’s Over” music video went viral—filmed live at San Diego’s House of Blues and capturing a powerful, lights-up moment of unity in the room. In 2024, he was nominated and won Best Pop Artist at the San Diego Music Awards, then brought his band to the legendary Belly Up in Solana Beach for a highly anticipated headline show, paired with the release of “Time Fades Love” and a live-shot video that quickly racked up views across platforms. With a growing list of festival and venue performances, international touring experience, and TV/film placements, Matthew Phillips continues to earn praise from journalists, industry insiders, and fans—raising the bar with every release and delivering a live show that feels both intimate and larger-than-life. Visit: https://www.sdfair.com/events/2026/matthew-phillips Matthew Phillips on Instagram and Facebook

The sudden change was precipitated because of Chinese displeasure over one document that the U.S. had planned to show.