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Wildflowers bloom in Anza Borrego State Park on March 9, 2024.

Brenden Tuccinardi

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KPBS

Arts & Culture

Anza-Borrego, Carlsbad Beach nominated in poll of California's best state parks

City News Service

The poll highlights California's best places for hiking, camping, views, wildflower blooms, kid-friendly adventures and more.

Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif. listens during a hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington. House Republicans have blocked an attempt by Democrats to chastise Issa for his conduct at a committee hearing.

Lauren Victoria Burke

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AP

Politics

California US Rep. Darrell Issa to retire in move that raises stakes for GOP holding House control

Michael B. Blood

Supervisor Jim Desmond is shown at a Friday news conference at the county complex in Kearny Mesa on Friday, June 2, 2023.

Carlos Castillo

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KPBS

Politics

Issa to retire, endorses Desmond to succeed him in 48th Congressional District

Jacob Aere

Health

In Encinitas, people are gathering to talk about death and find community

Heidi de Marco

Death cafés are creating space to talk openly about dying. For some, those discussions ease fear and isolation.
Environment

Safari Park's new Elephant Valley feels 'like you're a part of nature'

Tammy Murga

The San Diego Zoo Safari park is expanding at a time when many zoos across the U.S. have been shuttering their elephant exhibits because they can’t provide the space and companionship the pachyderms need.
Quality of Life

Casa de Amparo opens transitional living program for young women

Alexander Nguyen

The program is funded by a three-year grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and serves women ages 18-21 who are homeless or experiencing housing insecurity.

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