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After a recent trip to some of the company's facilities in Guangzhou, China, young tastemakers fawned over happy employees and sweat-free working conditions. Now the influencers are facing a backlash.

Twenty-five years of experimentation under race-neutral admissions policies — and a half-billion dollars later — the University of California system says they still can't meet their diversity goals.

A new bill aimed at increasing affordable housing construction has an important backer: California’s carpenter unions. The state’s formidable Construction and Building Trades Council, which represents most other construction unions, is opposed. The battle comes down to how stringent labor requirements under the new bill would be.

San Diego Design Week 2022 explores the influences and inspiration of design in all its forms across the San Diego-Tijuana region. Presented by the Mingei, it features 90+ events, exhibitions, panels, discussions, tours, workshops and more across San Diego and Tijuana. Programming at a glance: Opening night at Mingei International Museum: Sept. 21 at 7 p.m. Art and Exhibitions Hands-on Workshops and Demos Culinary Adventures Events at the Mingei Design for Students + Career For the Kids Design in Mexico Highlights: 'Processing' at The Hill Street Country Club, featuring designer Nicholas Bijan Pourfard, sculptor Stephen Hartzog, ceramicist Sofia Limon and sculptor Evan Lopez. This group exhibition explores functional art and process- and materials-based design, and will be open to the public for just one day (Sept. 24) and on view by appointment only for the rest of Design Week. 'Fungi: Sculpturally Hand Woven Silk and Horse Tail Fungi Clusters' by fiber artist Rachel Ehlin-Smith at Trash Lamb Gallery. This window installation (viewable from outside, any time) will have a reception on Sept. 24. Present Your Work With Confidence: A Storytelling Workshop for Designers by Stacey Edelstein and Nathan Young on Sept 21 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. 'Unforeseen Cuisine: Global Inspiration from your Spice Kitchen' presented by the International Rescue Committee Small Business Development Center, with entrepreneurs preparing dishes from their home countries with modern twists. To be notified of session times and dates, subscribe here. ICA Family Day, featuring activities revolving around the current exhibitions from artist-in-residence Yaw Owasu and regional artist Carolina Caycedo. Sept. 24 from 12-2 p.m. Tijuana Mosaico is a fiber art mural from Olivia Arreguin and Leigh Suarez, inspired by Tijuana design. It'll be on view at Seaside Papery in Coronado, Sept. 24 from 1-4 p.m. 'Border Inspiration: Port of Entry - Downtown Tijuana Pedestrian Route' by Tatiana Perez/Se Hace Arquitectura is a self-guided tour of Tijuana available every day of Design Week 'Posters of Your Imagination' is an exhibition of posters designed by local artists, on view with a happy hour on Sept. 23 from 5-7 p.m., the annual Art Produce Garden Party Fundraiser on Sept. 24, and will be on view through Nov. 12, 2022. 'Julius Shulman: Modern San Diego' is a design talk by historian Keith York about the iconic architectural photographer Julius Shulman and his work in the region. Sept. 23 at 5 p.m. at 3789 1/2 Park Blvd. 'Meet Us at the Map: Inspiring Ocean Conservation through Public Art' is a project tour of "The Map," by Robin Brailsford and Wick Alexander at the Walter Munk Education Plaza in La Jolla. Sept. 24 at 2 p.m. 'Mod Swap' at Objects USA is an outdoor market on Sept. 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. featuring collectors with their midcentury ware for swap or purchase. —Julia Dixon Evans, KPBS Programming links: For the full schedule of programs, go here. For a map of the programs, go here. Para español, haga clic aquí. Related links: San Diego Design Week on Instagram San Diego Design Week on Facebook San Diego Design Week on Twitter San Diego Design Week on YouTube

Professional and personal relationships matter. Learn how to become a better listener, how and why to develop and maintain relationships with friends, family, coworkers, neighbors, landlords, and more. Participants will receive a free A2I tote bag with PPE. Space is limited so please RSVP today. To RSVP, email or call Andrea Christopher, LTSS Coordinator, at achristopher@acesstoindependence.org or 619-704-2442

Food and Drug Administration officials said they are looking into additional reports of illnesses and investigating whether any other products may be affected.

My Gym camp is the best! Children participate in energizing fitness games, themed fun, noncompetitive gymnastics, arts and crafts, music and so much more. Each camp program is uniquely designed to keep your children moving and active, as we emphasize physical development and personal success. Our themes and programs change daily, so no two camp days at My Gym are ever the same! Event Details: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday Only Open to all potty-trained children ages 2.6-10. Space is limited. Sign up today to ensure your spot!

The EU is now barring imports of Russian diesel and other products from Russian refineries used throughout Europe.

If you've ever felt a need for therapy but got overwhelmed at the very prospect of choosing a provider, read on. Here's a step-by-step guide to finding someone who fits your needs — and budget.

The California Public Utilities Commission said it's a way to guard against fuel price spikes this winter, which happened last year.