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NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Rebecca Roberts about her biography of First Lady Edith Wilson, Untold Power. After President Woodrow Wilson suffered a stroke, she made decisions for him.

The Washington, D.C., region is home to about 400,000 federal employees, plus members of the military and government contractors. In a government shutdown, they face no pay and lots of uncertainty.

Historians say that a little more than a century ago, when cars first hit the roads, they caused nervous laughter and raised real concerns, much like driverless vehicles today.

There's been a sharp rise in ads for trucker jobs in since March 19, but Ukraine's government says the postings are linked to Russia's military, which has had trouble navigating Ukraine.

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For 10 hard-luck Texans, a new lease on life is so close they can touch it. Under a scorching sun for days on end, armed with nothing but hope, humor and ambition, contestants fight to keep at least one hand on a brand-new truck in order to win it. In the hilarious, hard-fought contest, only one winner can drive away with the American Dream. Inspired by the true events of the acclaimed 1997 documentary which was adapted into a musical commissioned by La Jolla Playhouse. Hands on a Hardbody received three Tony Award nominations, nine Drama Desk Award nominations including Outstanding Musical, and won in the Outstanding Sound Design category. The musical also received three Outer Critics Circle Award nominations, including Outstanding New Broadway Musical. Director: Teri Brown Music Director: Jerrica Ignacio Choreographer: Patrick Mayuyu Producer: Rebecca Leigh WHEN | Every week from September 2, 2022 until September 25, 2022 • The run time is 2 hours • Click here for more information on show times WHERE | Coronado Playhouse • 1835 Strand Way, Coronado, California 92118 ADMISSION | Tickets can be purchased here! • SINGLE TICKETS: Thursday $24, Friday $27, Saturday $30, Sunday $27. • Active Military, Student & Senior Discounts. Great Group Rates. • Available online, by calling the Box Office (619) 435-4856 or email boxoffice@coronadoplayhouse.com SOCIALS | Follow the Coronado Playhouse on Facebook | Instagram | Youtube

Lightscape at the San Diego Botanic Garden continues on select nights through January 8 with one-of-a-kind artistic installations from international artists. This unique immersive experience at the garden guides visitors through a festive world of wonder with over one million twinkling lights in various attractions that come alive at night with color, imagination and sound. This enchanting, after-dark experience is set along a beautifully illuminated walking trail custom-designed for San Diego. Lightscape ticketholders will walk a one-mile-long path with suspended strands and tunnels of light, a fire garden, lantern trees, and other artistic installations, all while enjoying some sweet and savory treats along with hot chocolate and other seasonal refreshments. Lightscape at the San Diego Botanic Garden runs on select nights through Sunday, January 8 from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tickets start at $29 for adults, $18 for children ages 3-12, and free for ages 2 and under. Discounted tickets are also available for San Diego Botanic Garden Members and active and combat-disabled Military with I.D. Parking is also available for $10 per vehicle or $20 on the day of the visit. Entry times are every 15 minutes, and tickets are available for purchase online by visiting www.sdbgarden.org/lightscape. SOCIALS | Follow San Diego Botanic Garden on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Trooper Brian North fired seven gunshots into a car, killing 19-year-old Mubarak Soulemane in 2020 after a high-speed chase. North said he feared Soulemane would attack other officers with a knife.

The SDSU men's basketball team will be feted by fans at Snapdragon on Saturday.

RENÉE FLEMING’S CITIES THAT SING: PARIS In Select IMAX Theatres September 21 Grammy®-award winning Renée Fleming has graced the World's biggest stages and now she’s debuting on the World’s largest movie screens! Experience Cities That Sing: Paris in select IMAX theatres. Tickets for RENÉE FLEMING'S CITIES THAT SING – PARIS Available for Purchase HASHTAG: #IMAXLive #RenéeFleming #StageAccess Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram