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Librarians with the San Diego Public Library have put together a list of book recommendations inspired by March Madness and more to read this spring.

Premieres Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 10 p.m. on KPBS on KPBS TV / PBS App + Encore Thursday, May 2 at 9 p.m. on KPBS 2 Investigating deaths after police used tactics like prone restraint and other "less lethal" force. With The Associated Press, drawing on police records, autopsy reports and body cam footage, the most expansive tally of such deaths nationwide.

A new happiness report finds sharp declines in well-being among adolescents and young adults in the U.S. But the picture is better for people aged 60 and older, marking a striking generational divide.

Join us for an exciting evening with PBS NewsHour's Stephanie Sy! Get ready to be inspired and enlightened as we welcome Stephanie Sy, the renowned journalist from NewsHour, for an exclusive event at the KPBS Conrad Prebys Media Complex at Copley Center at 5200 Campanile Dr, San Diego, CA. This in-person event will take place on Thursday, October 19, 2023 at 6:00 PM. Stephanie Sy will share her insights and experiences, offering a unique perspective on current events and the world around us. This is a fantastic opportunity to engage with one of the most respected voices in journalism. Light hors d'oeuvres, desserts, beer and wine will round out the evening. Don't miss out on this incredible event! Mark your calendars and join us for an evening of thought-provoking discussions and captivating stories. We can't wait to see you there!

The FAA says it is investigating a whistleblower's claims about flaws in the assembly of Boeing's 787 Dreamliner. The company calls those allegations inaccurate, and insists the plane is safe to fly.

This week marks the start of the annual San Diego Latino Film Festival. Official selections include films by San Diego and Tijuana filmmakers.

In this two-hour workshop honoring Hispanic Heritage Month, participants will explore craft and folklore by creating an Alebrije-inspired piñata. The workshop will cover assembling a cardboard structure and traditional tissue paper decorating techniques used in piñatas. En este taller de dos horas en honor al Mes de la Herencia Hispana, los participantes explorarán la artesanía y el folclore al crear una piñata inspirada en los Alebrijes. El taller incluirá el montaje de una estructura de cartón y las técnicas tradicionales de decoración con papel de seda utilizadas en las piñatas. Diana Benavidez is a Binational artist from the San Diego/Tijuana border region. Her art practice explores piñata-making as a method of expression and storytelling. Diana builds piñatas that reflect her experiences growing up as Latinx in the Mexican-American militarized border. Her work is characterized by introducing materials not commonly found in traditional piñatas such as media and gadgets. ArtReach San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

After a fall near the first anniversary of her beloved aunt's death, a writer explored why grief can make us less sure-footed. She found answers, climbing a precarious staircase in Italy.

When: Wednesday, November 22 — 4:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. Overview We’re delighted to announce our first-ever Gratitude Journaling workshop! This unique offering combines the art of handwriting and gratitude journaling, November is a month to be grateful for all the good things in our life, and we invite you to join us to learn about this method which is probably one of the most overlooked methods of self-care, but it’s simple, easily accessible, and the benefits are unmeasurable. Whether you’ve kept a journal or sketchbook your whole life — or have often thought you’d like to experiment with these forms — we invite you to join us for this hands-on workshop that will enrich your gratefulness practice. No prior experience is necessary! Throughout the session, we will cover: Step-by-step instructions on basic monoline italic (lower case alphabet), the simplest, and the most practical style for bullet journaling Gratitude Journal Prompts to improve your daily practice. Materials included: - Spiral Grid Notebooks - Black Ink Gel Pen Connect with Strenger Studio on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Despite the suggestive sound of its name, PragerU is a content creator, not a university. Its short, well-produced videos appeal to college students and young people. And it has big plans to grow.