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We hear from one of the journalists who broke the story on sexual assault allegations against former Rep. Eric Swalwell. Then, San Diego’s bike racing community faces allegations of anti-trans discrimination. And, we learn about some of the architects preserving San Diego history.

Christopher Dragon, conductor Devin DeSantis, vocalist Special appearance by Ken Johnson San Diego Master Chorale San Diego Children's Choir San Diego Symphony Orchestra Jonathan Gilmer, director December 19 at 7:30 p.m. December 20 at 6 p.m. December 21 at 5 p.m. Mike Tutaj, projection design Amanda Zieve, lighting design San Diego Symphony's holiday tradition, "Noel Noel," returns outdoors to The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. Featuring favorite songs, Christmas classics, sing-alongs and holiday cheer. The concert will be led by celebrated guest conductor Christopher Dragon and director Jonathan Gilmer, and features the return of the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, the San Diego Master Chorale and the San Diego Children’s Choir. San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

Watch Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 11:30 p.m. on KPBS TV (not available in KPBS+) Stream with YouTube + Listen to the podcast. Guest: Bill Maher, comedian, political commentator, and host of REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER. Maher joins Ian Bremmer for a conversation on America's 250th birthday, the future of the Democratic Party, Trump's presidency, checks and balances, and why patriotism shouldn't belong to one political party.

Trump announced the joint operation in Africa's most populous country in a late-night social media post. He said Abu Bakr al-Mainuki was second in command of the Islamic State group globally.

The United Farm Workers union says it won't participate in any celebrations of founder Cesar Chavez amid what it is calling troubling but unspecified allegations.

Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is more than simply putting flowers in a container. It is a disciplined art form that breathes life into each composition, harmonizing the elements of nature and humanity. Learn to create these stunning pieces of art that intertwine Japanese culture and the changing of the seasons. By end of the semester, you will have learned to design beautiful and professional looking arrangements for both everyday and special occasions. This class is free and open to the public. Contact Prof. Takeya at mtakeya@sdccd.edu for more information and to register. Audience: Adults, Seniors Location: Community Room Visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/mission-valley-library Mission Valley Branch Library on Facebook

Discover local bands and harmonica stars at the 2026 Spring Harp Fest. Bring your kids, your pets, and your cooler for a fun day at Harry Griffen Park. Since 1999, Spring Harp Fest has offered an all-volunteer, free, outdoor harmonica music festival with stellar soloists. This year, Brody Buster, past winner of the International Blues Challenge, headlines the event, backed by the Blue Healers. Other performers include SoCal artists Billy Watson and the International Silver String Submarine Band, Troy Sandow, Gonzalo and Friends, the Harmonica John Frazer Band, Jump Start with Mike Maldanado, and Dan McDowell with The Tradition. The Spring Harp Fest also features food trucks, dancing, and a competition where amateur players battle to win adult and youth “Unknown Players” trophies. Spring Harp Fest is a 501(c)(3) organization and has donated more than 5,000 harmonicas to young musicians. Visit: Spring Harp Fest 2026 Spring Harp Fest on Facebook

“Stories From Home” is a series of dances embodying the oral traditions of Nuevomexicano, Chicano and Mexican American communities in the American Southwest. Choreographer Yvonne Montoya and a diverse cast of dancers draw upon personal histories as well as stories of ancestral knowledge. “Stories From Home” is a vessel for personal and specific tales, while also offering a broader look at various cultural traditions throughout the Southwest. The work addresses themes such as the Bracero Program, the creation of the atomic bomb in Northern New Mexico and illness related to U.S. government projects, the loss of language because of 1940s Americanization programs, the experience of the Sephardim people during and after the Spanish Inquisition, family, love and querencia. An artist meet-and-greet will take place March 10 from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Cross Cultural Center. CSUSM Students: FREE Faculty/Staff/Alumni: $5 Community: $10 Individuals with disabilities, who would like to attend this event, please call 760-750-8272 or email gjones@csusm.edu regarding any special accommodation needs. It is requested that individuals requiring auxiliary aids such as sign language interpreters and alternative format materials notify the event sponsor at least seven working days in advance. Every reasonable effort will be made to provide reasonable accommodations in an effective and timely manner. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stories-from-home-tickets-1981610837358 CSUSM Cross Cultural Center on Instagram and Facebook

The lawsuit filed in federal court by a San Diego law firm says the ICE strategy of arresting asylum seekers who show up for their immigration court hearings violates their rights and delegitimizes the legal process.

Israel says it has killed the leader of Hamas' military wing, one of the architects of the Oct, 7, 2023, attacks that triggered the war in Gaza.