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New experiment studies museums’ displays Nov 14, 2022

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A new experiment tries to determine what museum-goers really want to see. In other news, voters overwhelmingly passed a measure to allow child care at San Diego parks and rec centers. Plus, La Jolla Playhouse is populating Shakespeare’s Forest of Arden with a cast of trans, non-binary and queer performers.

49th still too close to call Nov 10, 2022

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We have updates on local and statewide races, as election results continue to roll in. Plus, a local artist is being honored in Washington D.C. this weekend for his portrait of Dr. Anthony Fauci.

Election results roll in Nov 09, 2022

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Congressman Mike Levin is leading in the 49th Congressional District race against Republican Brian Maryott, while Kelly Martinez is leading in the race to be San Diego County Sheriff. We have those local election results and more. Plus, this week’s storm will have little effect on the drought, but will put a big damper on fire risk for the rest of the year.

Being harassed on duty Nov 08, 2022

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A Marine tells her story of experiencing harassment while on duty. In other news, election officials are predicting a 50 to 60% turnout for the midterms. Plus, catalytic converter thefts are on the rise, and law enforcement and lawmakers are working to crack down on the crime.

San Diego voters shift from Republican Party Nov 07, 2022

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Voter registration in San Diego County has been trending away from the Republican Party over the last two decades. KPBS looks at the data to see what’s driving the shift. In other news, President Joe Biden continued his visit to San Diego Friday, promoting the recently passed CHIPS and Science Act. Plus, we chat about the first USA Blind Soccer National Team’s tryouts that were held in Chula Vista.

Biden in San Diego Nov 04, 2022

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President Joe Biden is in San Diego to rally for Democratic Congressman Mike Levin, who’s facing a tough challenge from Republican Brian Maryott in the 49th Congressional District. In other news, the San Diego Democratic Party is promoting a dead candidate in the Chula Vista City Attorney race. Plus, we have some weekend arts events worth checking out.

Military members face challenges in voting Nov 03, 2022

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Voting for members of the military is much more complicated than for civilians. November’s election comes ten years after Congress passed laws aimed at making the process easier, but the rules are not consistent from state to state. In other news, High Tech High teachers demanding action on their pending contract now expect a final response from charter school administrators by next week. Plus, the San Diego Asian Film Fest kicks off Thursday.

Mockery surrounds attack on Paul Pelosi Nov 02, 2022

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The attack on House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband has not turned down the volume of vitriol, as new lies and mockery find their way into public discourse. In other news, following the indictment of 22 people for drug trafficking and fraud, residents in Mountain View are hoping for changes at a neighborhood store at the center of the investigation. Plus, a school in the La Mesa-Spring Valley school district turns into a Sports and Health Science Academy.

Support program for people who are alone Nov 01, 2022

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One hospital in East County is bringing back a program that provides comfort and support to those who have no one else. In other news, the San Diego City Council met Monday to declare housing as a human right and discuss further tenant protections. Plus, there’s a new contemporary art installation on view at the San Diego Museum of Art.

A climate friendly building material Oct 31, 2022

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The use of mass timber as a building material is growing in San Diego, fueling hopes that it can help with the city's climate goals. In other news, San Diego’s most prominent researchers hope the ocean gets attention when the world’s leaders meet to discuss the planet’s climate in November. Plus, we chat about the traditions behind Día de los Muertos.

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