KPBS Midday Edition

One local author draws from personal experience in a new middle-grade novel about anxiety. Plus, "Crime and Punishment, A Comedy" is playing at the Old Globe. And, chamber music concerts and other events to look out for this weekend.

Steve Chu juggles duties as a judge and a pop culture nerd.

July marked Disability Pride Month when the ADA is commemorated and attention is brought to issues impacting people with disabilities.

Voting is underway in the special election for the San Diego County Board of Supervisors District 4 seat. We hear from some of the candidates running for the seat.

On June 29, the California Reparations Task Force submitted their final report to state legislators. What's next for reparations for Black Californians?

KPBS Midday Edition got a sneak peek of the convention floor during preview night. Plus, a look at the more literary side of the convention and book fandoms. And off-site events to check out this weekend that don’t require a badge.

Today is the first day of school for students in the Chula Vista Elementary and Sweetwater Union High School districts. Plus, a local festival is set to celebrate the history and heritage of Filipino Americans in San Diego.

The success of the medication semaglutide has ushered in a new era in weight loss treatment. Plus, the new book "Slow AF Run Club" seeks to make the sport of running more inclusive and accessible.

Artificial intelligence in the field of medicine could pose big benefits for doctors and patients alike.

After a ruling that limits LGBTQ+ protections, many are wondering what larger implications could be at play.

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria talks about the city's latest plans to reduce homelessness and increase housing.

La Jolla Playhouse's new dance-theater production follows one woman's reexamination of her own life after receiving a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder at age 33.

Financial difficulties and mass layoffs are shaking up newsrooms and media organizations across the country, including in San Diego.

Fentanyl has become one of the nation's defining drug crises — and San Diego is the trafficking epicenter for the drug.

Actress Eva Noblezada talks about her personal journey in theater. Plus, a new romance book does its own spin on Shakespeare. And, public art at a local university.

The Supreme Court recently ended race-conscious admissions for colleges and universities and rejected President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan. What do theses rulings mean for higher education across California and in San Diego County?

An upcoming PBS TV series explores our impact on the world around us, and how we can better coexist with our global environment.

A work from one of the nation's most prominent Black artists will now be on display to San Diegans, free of charge. Plus, a new book on the overlap between film noir and mixology. Then, recommendations for your next summer romance read.

Rising sea levels, more frequent wildfires and increased heat are the most pressing climate change impacts the San Diego region is facing.

Esports, or competitive gaming, is a huge scene. Is it still considered a niche hobby? And how does it bond together different communities of gamers?

The North Park Book Fair is back for its third year. Plus, other arts and culture events in San Diego. And, the nation’s third-oldest LGBTQ+ theater has new leadership.

Some companies are changing their approach to diversity, equity and inclusion programs by moving towards an emphasis on “belonging.” Is this trend just a name change or something more?

San Diego has seen more gray skies than normal this year, and the effects from May Gray and June Gloom can have an impact on mental health.

June is Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of a disease that affects over 6 million Americans. Also, we take a look into the role sleep plays in our overall brain health and well-being.

A new exhibit shows never-before-seen photographs of iconic artist Frida Kahlo. Plus, big changes are coming to the Old Globe's arts engagement department. And a deep dive into San Diego's public art scene.

The number of people experiencing homelessness in San Diego is increasing, according to the results of the latest Point-in-Time count. We look at how a controversial new policy could have a major impact on the issue locally.

New laws could make an impact on San Diego's housing crisis.

Cygnet Theatre's world premiere from former San Diego playwright Keiko Green centers on an odd mother-son relationship, a decrepit apartment building and a big question: Who is Sharon? Plus, we hear about other arts and culture happenings in San Diego.

Directors talk about staging the Bard's romantic comedies and why they are still relevant.

In his latest work, author Luis Alberto Urrea retraces history through a deeply personal family connection.

We look at the challenges that LGBTQ+ youth are facing across the country and in San Diego, from a lack of administrative support in schools to book bans.

San Diego has evolved from a taco stopover to one of the country's premier food destinations.

Sally J. Pla is a on mission to increase the number of children's books featuring neurodiverse characters and stories. Her latest book "The Fire, The Water, and Maudie McGinn" is her first book to feature a female protagonist.

Results from a recent four-day work week pilot program in the United Kingdom show promise, and have some workplaces considering moving to the shorter week.

This weekend in the arts: Tijuana Hace Teatro at The Old Globe a book fair in Escondido, and alt rock from Arts Fishing Club at Soda Bar.

A new exhibit at the San Diego Museum of Art will pair the works of Georgia O'Keefe and Henry Moore for the first time.

Here are some must-see LGBTQ+ films for Pride Month.

One-on-one therapy isn't meeting the mental health needs of the Asian American community. KPBS looked at the role ancient cultural practices play in Asian Americans' healing journey.

Developing a better understanding of your own finances may be hard, but it's not impossible.

There are three very different ways you can experience music in San Diego this weekend, from a new jukebox musical and a music fest in North Park.

Local author Sarina Dahlan's "Preset" imagines a world where what's left of human civilization is highly controlled in order to avoid extinction.

Author and SDSU professor William Nericcio considers the art of Mexican cartoonist Jose Trinidad Camacho at Comic-Con Museum.

"I'm Austitic and I'm Awesome!" is the debut work from San Diego resident Derek Danziger.

Many veterans can often face the threat of deportation after their service to the country.

The book "Unwavering" spotlights how far the nation has come in its efforts to locate missing prisoners of war.

The lawsuit, Title IX, alleges a disparity in scholarship funding between male and female athletes.

There are many changes we can make at home and in our daily lives to protect our climate. But where is a good place to start?

Piano soloist Inon Barnatan is in town to perform with the San Diego Symphony. Also, other arts and culture happenings in San Diego this weekend.

The GI Film Festival is back to showcase films about veterans and the military experience. One narrative short film looks at a combat veteran’s transition back home.

Austin Dean Ashford won Best of Fringe in 2018 and returns to spread message of diversity and inclusivity.