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The romance books Ryan read growing up rarely included characters who looked like her. Now she deliberately centers people the genre has left out, including Black, Indigenous and queer women.

Legislators approved a redesigned health tax that shifts more cost onto privately insured Californians to help preserve billions in federal Medi-Cal funding. A family of four could pay $400 more a year in premiums — but the tax still needs federal approval from the Trump administration to take effect.

Don’t miss the San Diego Made Spring Market in La Mesa Village on Saturday, May 2 from 11 a.m.–6 p.m. This free, family-friendly spring festival features 120+ curated local makers, showcasing the best of San Diego’s creative community and offering a one-of-a-kind outdoor shopping experience along historic La Mesa Boulevard. Perfect for a sunny spring day, guests can enjoy gourmet food trucks, free photo booths, floral stands, Instagram-worthy art installations, styled lounge areas, hands-on craft stations, kids’ activities, and more. La Mesa Village businesses will be offering specials throughout the day, and 15+ student entrepreneurs from Helix High School will also be on site selling their handmade goods. This event is free to attend, so bring the whole family and spend the day supporting local artists, makers, students, and small businesses at the San Diego Made Spring Market. San Diego Made on Facebook / Instagram

This weekend in the arts in San Diego: "Alien Girls" at The Old Globe; Record Store Day; astronomy-inspired experimental music at Bread & Salt; alternative photography at Cannon Art Gallery; "Giants" at MCASD; Freak Slug at Soda Bar and more.

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV. Join Host Elsa Sevilla as she interviews a Canadian historian who discovered Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo's true origin, who appeared to be Portuguese but in fact is Spanish, and how Cabrillo's 1542 voyage to Alta California laid the groundwork for the Sacred Spanish Expedition to San Diego in 1769.

Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops. Gather with friends in an artistic space designed to amplify your creative side. Join arts educator Robin Douglas, as we dip our toes into the work of celebrated artists over drinks and nibbles, followed by a rapid demonstration of their styles. You’ll then be guided to interpret these artists and create your own singular, spectacular work of art. We’ll help you express your unique style and ensure you have a blast doing it. Lively Life Drawing Don’t miss out on the chance to practice working with a live model! During this art workshop, a special guest will pose continuously while you use a variety of drawing and painting techniques to create your original work of art. All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun! Ticket Prices: Adult: $65 Member: $50 Space is limited. Register today! Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

The San Diego LGBT Community Center is officially a Vote Center from May 30-June 2 for the 2026 California Primary Election! The California Primary Election is coming up on June 2 Saturday, May 30 – Monday, Jun 1, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. Who is eligible to vote? You can check your voter registration status anytime to make sure it reflects your current address. San Diego County has same-day voter registration, no photo ID needed! Access to voting is as simple as showing up as an eligible voter on election day and submitting your ballot. Visit: https://thecentersd.org/vote/ The Center on Instagram and Facebook

Celebrate spring at AleSchmidt Maifest 2026, a German-inspired festival featuring beer, food, music, and local makers. What is Maifest? Maifest is a traditional German spring festival that marks the arrival of warmer weather, beer garden season, and community gathering. Often considered the spring counterpart to Oktoberfest, it brings together food, music, and beer in celebration of the season. For the event, we will be tapping a special Maibock (6.5% ABV). A Maibock is a traditional German-style spring lager known for its smooth malt character, golden color, and slightly stronger body than a standard lager. It offers a rich malt profile with a clean finish and is traditionally brewed to welcome spring. Live Music: - 2-6 p.m. Sauer Sam Oktoberfest Band Food vendors: - The Sunday Collective - Raclette Stand - Pretzels & Pints - Kujo Eats - Zoe’s Place - Dough Boi Art Vendors: - Made in Choss Ceramics - Just Because Resin Arts - Crafted by Nana - leather goods. - Candles and Creatures - Saffron Sky Apthecary This event is free to attend and family-friendly. Parking located onsite. We ask that you RSVP for accurate headcount and to send event updates. AleSmith Brewing Company on Facebook / Instagram

How can digital systems improve access to public services, health care, education and financial inclusion at national scale? India offers a glimpse into this type of technological governance. The country’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) has become a globally significant model for how governments can use technology to deliver services more effectively, efficiently and inclusively. In this talk, Manoj Ahuja will discuss how DPI is transforming agriculture through AgriStack and education through platforms like the Academic Bank of Credits and DIKSHA. Then, Arti Ahuja will examine how DPI is reshaping health care through the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission and supporting informal sector workers through the e-Shram database, linking citizens to public entitlements, skill-building and employment opportunities. This public lecture series is organized by the Peter F. Cowhey Center on Global Transformation and the 21st Century India Center at the UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS).

Gov. Gavin Newsom endorsed new carbon market rules that could drastically shrink the state’s funding for climate projects, threatening the spending deal he struck with legislators last year. Senate Democrats aren’t having it.