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First, we bring you the latest from the Shut Down Flock press conference at City Hall yesterday. Then, the latest report on Rep. Darrell Issa’s intentions to stay or go. Also, state Senator Steve Padilla calls for a public hearing on plans for a data center in Imperial County. Next, Support the Enlisted Project or STEP is opening a new national headquarters. A local Superintendent speaks out against the underfunding of special education. Also, we bring you a preview of 89 Carson Junction Road. Finally, an organization that's creating community by bringing artists and entrepreneurs together in one place.

Thursday on KPBS Midday Edition, we talk to a journalist about his new book on the history and significance of the tuba. Then, arts reporter Beth Accomando talks about picking out that special gift for your favorite cinephile. Finally, we ask arts and culture reporter Julia Dixon Evans the best places to visit this weekend (with a holiday twist).

Freedom Dogs gives veterans and active military members a lifeline through service animals. But a delay in federal funding could force the organization to cut its program in half.

First, on Tuesday night Carlsbad’s city council voted to ban the riding of e-bikes for any child 12 years or younger. Then, the Trump administration says they will withhold SNAP funds until states release certain data. Next, a hearing on oil drilling off the coast of California. And, we speak with U.S. Representative Sara Jacobs about the Pentagon’s air strikes against alleged South American drug traffickers . Finally, the Women’s Museum is now an official part of the San Diego History Center.

The future of SNAP remains uncertain amid changing eligibility requirements and federal policy. We dig into the latest.

Thousands of men in California are neither working nor in school. Gov. Gavin Newsom has called it a “crisis,” both for the labor market and for men’s mental health.

About 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. We hear from an advocate sharing his personal story, then a medical expert on what to know about detecting it and the treatment.

First, Punchbowl News is reporting Rep. Darrell Issa is eyeing Texas’ 32nd District. Then, we speak with a local expert on the legality of a September boat strike. Followed by, the risk that comes from flu and COVIDvaccination rates being down across the county. Finally, we bring you the story of a local toy drive that’s looking to provide support for local families.