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Stream now with KPBS Passport / Watch Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025 at 7 p.m. on KPBS 2 and 9 p.m. on KPBS TV + Sunday, Sept. 14 at 6:30 p.m. on KPBS 2. Explore Mexico's rich cultural landscape through the work of talented artisans who craft beautiful objects infused with warmth, color and soul. The program celebrates the artists' exceptional skills while showcasing Mexico's captivating beauty.

A week after the Supreme Court struck down the federal ban on bump stocks, Representative Scott Peters and other local leaders say Congress needs to act to protect people’s safety. In other news, over the last decade, California lost half of its recycling centers, which means fewer opportunities for people to recycle their bottles and cans. Our KPBS investigative reporter joins the podcast to discuss how the state is planning to transform how we recycle in the coming years. Plus, young poets are inscribing their words on the pavement of a City Heights alley. The public art project is being unveiled Saturday.

Join us for the celebration of MiraCosta College's Theresia M. Heyden Hall on the Oceanside Campus. The new building, named in honor of Theresia M. Heyden, a passionate supporter of nursing and generous donor, will provide a consolidated location and modern facilities for all Allied Health programs. Features include state-of-the-art simulation spaces, such as patient and operating rooms, along with hands-on skills labs and classrooms. Thanks to the voters of North County, San Diego, this project was funded through MiraCosta College's Capital Improvement Program using funds from Measure MM, the $455 million general obligation bond approved by voters in 2016. Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

We are so excited to be having this wonderful show. I know there are so many people that have never been introduced to a wonderful collection of such a diverse type and era of doll collecting. The antique dolls dressed in original outfits are truly works of art and contribute to our knowledge of history. Seeing the newer dolls remind us of wonderful memories of our childhood play. There will be such a quantity of items that the collectors will surely find something they have been looking for like a new doll, a dress, or a wig. Come out and see. You may see something that you would love! Visit: Delightful Dolls of Southern California

This is an exhibit organized by Art, Power, Equity at J. Walcher Communications. Lopez’s exhibition “Casa De Las Flores” opens with a reception and viewing on Saturday, July 13, 6-9 p.m, featuring a brief artist talk at 7 p.m. The show is open to the public every Saturday from 1-4 p.m. from July 13 through August 10, and during the week by appointment only, info@artpowerequity.com Lopez's exhibition features work consisting mostly of monotype and relief prints that are often hand embellished and resemble Mexican textiles. Kelvin creates what he calls contemporary “servilletas” (napkins) by adding embroidery and crochet borders onto his monotypes. This show will feature a range of monotype and relief installations as well as mixed media works featuring glass castings, grown crystals and live plants. Related links: Art Power Equity: website | Instagram | Facebook

Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars, all regular fixtures atop the Billboard charts, have the biggest songs and albums of the week. But don't sleep on Imogen Heap.

This weekend in the arts: Rap and hip-hop at the Athenaeum; "Big Vegan Flavor"; free chamber music; French music and art; Blanket Sounds; "Murder on the Orient Express"; plus live music picks and more.

Thomas and his friends from the Isle of Sodor will take over the museum on Saturday, August 17th! Join us from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. for a day all about Thomas the Tank Engine including: Thomas & Friends scavenger hunt around the museum, with Thomas trains running on our layouts Arts & Crafts inspired by Thomas An Isle of Sodor display Sing and Dance along sets at 11am and 1pm Thomas Family Day is included in museum admission, and kids 12 and under get in free! Please Note: There is no full-size, rideable train at this event Visit: https://tickets.sdmrm.org/e/san-diego-model-railroad-museum-2024 San Diego Railroad Museum on Instagram and Facebook

The Roman Catholic Diocese of San Diego is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Monday, in the wake of hundreds of legal claims from alleged sexual abuse victims. In other news, the latest San Diego County Respiratory Virus Surveillance report shows a slight increase in COVID-19 cases. We find out whether there is a need for concern. Plus, a Normal Heights nonprofit is helping students turn recycled objects into art, and giving San Diegans a chance to donate and buy second-hand supplies.

As the Siedler family fights over Padres ownership, the team faces uncertainty during a period of remarkable success and community pride.