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NPR's Don Gonyea plays the puzzle with Minnesota Public Radio listener Matt Walsh of St. Louis Park, Minnesota and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.

This fall, Soulful artist Sarah Lightman will be joining Jimmy Pearson for a mini tour in Southern California. "The tour is focused on community, and how we empower each other through connection and meaningful interaction. This past year has carried a lot of difficult ups and downs in Southern California, and we aim to bring a bit of so-cal sunshine back to the coast. Join us for an unforgettable night of soulful live music - I’ll be bringing the band too!" Shows: October 25 @ The DoubleTree Hotel; San Diego, CA October 30 @ LaBoom; Chula Vista, CA Get Tickets: https://www.sarah-lightman.com/ **About Sarah Lightman:**
Sarah Lightman is an acclaimed singer-songwriter known for their heartfelt lyrics, soulful vocals, and captivating stage presence. With a unique blend of soul, folk, and pop influences, Sarah Lightman has quickly garnered attention for their honest storytelling and emotive performances. Her voice is most often compared to those of Amy Winehouse, Corrine Bailey Rae, Sara Bareilles, and Adele. Sarah Lightman on Facebook / Instagram

Premieres Sundays, Jan. 11 - Feb. 15, 2026 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+. Post-WWII London is a dangerous place. Especially for men like Gabriel Book. But every good bookseller needs a hobby -- and Book's is solving murders.

What is a presidential turkey pardon – and why is it happening again?

Anything can happen at the Grand Hotel! Singing, dancing, drama, and romance abound within its opulent walls! The year: 1945 The place: San Diego County’s now-demised Carlsbad Mineral Springs Hotel & Spa The result: Theatre magic! The lives of five unforgettable guests cross paths one weekend at the Grand Hotel. Who are these strangers? - A despondent opera diva - A disgraced baron turned jewel thief - An ambitious stenographer - A shell-shocked Army pilot - A greedy business tycoon Meanwhile, the ever-present concierge is the thread which weaves all the characters together as narrator. Cinballera Entertainment lives up to its name in this exciting show which blends the three art forms of Cinema, Ballet, and Opera into one seamless work. Inspired by two great classic films, the star-studded Grand Hotel (1932) and its 1945 remake Weekend at the Waldorf, this original ballopera pays tribute to early 20th-century musical comedy and American operetta with its unique narrative blend of singing, dancing, and dialogue. Featuring a stunning assortment of music — from the light theatre tunes of Kurt Weill to epic arias from grand verismo operas — all the singing and dancing will be performed live to piano accompaniment by a cast of six Cinballera favorites. This is a reservation you know you’ll want to make! $35 (General Admission) $20 (Student/Senior/Military) $100 (VIP) Enjoy the show from our elite VIP lounge for a luxurious experience! Before the show, VIPs will enjoy hors d'oevres served at high tables on the theater's special terrace. Afterwards, mingle with the cast in an exclusive meet and greet in the VIP terrace. Don't miss this rare opportunity to be a VIP guest at the Grand-Ritz, aka "Grand Hotel!" Cinballera Entertainment on Facebook / Instagram

Middle-class families are struggling to afford insurance in southwest Florida. Realtors say a wave of foreclosures could be coming.

Morning Edition and Up First co-host A Martínez talks about his public media journey. Then, immigration lawyers are using an old strategy to help their clients in detention. And, how is San Diego County managing the costs of Prop 36?

In today's fast-paced world, many of us face challenges that come from hustle culture. This can lead to feelings of stress and burnout. On Midday Edition Wednesday, we hear from Portia Preston, author of the book "Hustle, Flow, or Let it Go?" about her shame-free and inclusive approach to wellness.

New research suggests that the shift to remote work may be affecting men and women differently, with data showing more men returning to in-person work than women.

San Diego Italian Film Festival Presents: "A World Apart" (Un Mondo a Parte), 2024 Thursday December 11, 7 p.m. La Paloma Theatre For elementary school teacher Michele Cortese, it seems like a new life is opening up. After 40 years of teaching in the Roman jungle, he manages to get assigned to a school in the heart of the Abruzzo National Park. When he arrives in his city clothes with his city ways, nobody in town expects him to last. With the help of the vice principal Agnese and the children, he overcomes his metropolitan inadequacy and becomes one of them. However, just when everything seems to be going well, the news arrives that the school will close in June due to lack of enrollments. Thus begins a race against time to prevent its closure by any means necessary… In Italian with English subtitles. San Diego Italian Film Festival on Facebook / Instagram