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After early criticism for being late, FEMA is getting high marks from people affected by the July 4 floods, especially in hard-hit Hunt, Texas. But locals heap even more praise on religious charities.

Mr. Boombastic turns “symphonic” for one night only in San Diego, as Shaggy joins forces with the San Diego Symphony and conductor Steven Reineke at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park! From the beginnings of mento, ska, Rock Steady and Reggae to modern Dance Hall, the multi-GRAMMY® award winning artist presents a survey of Jamaican popular music, including his own culture-changing contributions to the tradition, featuring “It Wasn’t Me,” “Angel,” “Mr. Boombastic” and more. Shaggy performs with his band and the San Diego Symphony Orchestra. Shaggy Steven Reineke, conductor San Diego Symphony Orchestra Arrangements by David Serkin Ludwig Visit: https://www.theshell.org/performances/shaggy-wsdso/ Shaggy on Facebook / Instagram

8-time Grammy® Award-winning artist Beck joins the San Diego Symphony Orchestra for one night only at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park! Beck – whose artistic output includes 13 albums and hit singles such as “Loser,” “Where It’s At,” “Devil’s Haircut,” “The New Pollution,” “Jack-Ass,” “E-Pro” and “Girl” - will be joined by conductor Edwin Outwater in leading a night to remember on the San Diego Bay. - Beck - Edwin Outwater, conductor - San Diego Symphony Orchestra Beck on Facebook / Instagram

The president underwent a comprehensive medical exam after experiencing swelling in his lower legs in recent weeks.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement plans to hire 10,000 employees over five years, echoing a Border Patrol expansion in the 2000s.

California lawmakers are advancing a measure that would curb journalists’ access to their home addresses and contact information through their voter registration records, an attempt watchdog groups say hinders the public’s ability to hold politicians accountable.

Engaging Kids and Families Across San Diego County

KPBS Kids offers a wide range of programming to cultivate diverse audiences and educate, enlighten, and entertain families in the San Diego region. Events serve to create a connection between KPBS in the San Diego community and beloved PBS Kids programming. KPBS Kids also serves as a connector in the community to bring together partner organizations and facilitate the sharing of resources.

1960s pop star Connie Francis has died. The first female singer to chart a No. 1 single on the Billboard Hot 100, she sold over 40 million records before the age of 25.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with WBAA listener Bob Kozak of Lafayette, Indiana, and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.

A free 20min breakfast lecture series for our creative community. Join us for coffee, donuts, and inspiration every last Friday of the month. Grant Oliphant is CEO of The Conrad Prebys Foundation, a major independent foundation working to strengthen San Diego’s future through a focus on impact in the arts, medical research and healthcare, youth development, and higher education. Previously, Grant was president of The Heinz Endowments in Pittsburgh, one of the nation’s largest regional philanthropies, where he focused the foundation’s giving on sustainability, creativity, and learning. He also launched major initiatives to support democracy, public media, and racial and social equity, and worked with his board to bring the foundation’s investments into alignment with its social and climate change priorities. Prior to joining Heinz, Grant was President & CEO of the Pittsburgh Foundation, one of the nation’s largest community foundations, where he doubled the foundation’s size while helping to reinvent the national model of community philanthropy through an emphasis on regional leadership and impact. An outspoken advocate for philanthropy that is both effective and clear, Grant launched and hosted a popular podcast, “We Can Be,” and writes and speaks frequently about philanthropic leadership. He is the immediate past chair of the Center for Effective Philanthropy, a national organization working to promote better giving, and chaired the Communications Network, which promotes better use of communications by philanthropy. Devoted to community leadership at the intersection of business, non-profits and universities, Grant served on the boards of the Allegheny Conference on Community Development, the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, the August Wilson African-American Cultural Center and the Pittsburgh Promise, along with Grantmakers of Western Pennsylvania and Riverlife, both of which he chaired. Earlier in his career, which also included a brief stint in advertising, Grant launched a magazine in Washington D.C. on American politics and co-hosted a radio talk show before joining U.S. Senator John Heinz as his press secretary. He is also the author of a novel, “Ring of Years.” Grant and his wife Aradhna, who have four grown children, are delighted to be making their home in Mission Hills and are looking forward to being active members of the San Diego community.