The terrible toll of California's wildfires became more evident as 10 were reported dead and others missing. Plus, while much else in San Diego has been allowed to gradually reopen amid the pandemic, playgrounds appear to be closed indefinitely. And our weekend arts and culture picks include the San Diego Blues Fest and North Coast Rep's new production of “Necessary Sacrifices.”

10 Dead As California Fire Becomes Deadliest Of The Year, San Diego Beaches, Parks And Restaurants Are Open, But Playgrounds Remain Closed, San Diego Weekend Arts Events: Blues, Douglass Versus Lincoln, And Remembering Voz Alta

Midday Edition uplifts voices in San Diego with fearless conversations about intriguing issues. Host, Jade Hindmon, cuts through the noise with questions that give listeners a deeper understanding of themselves, people and the community they live in. Guests share diverse perspectives from their expertise and lived experience. In a city and world that's rapidly changing, Jade’s interviews inspire, inform and make you think. New episodes drop Monday - Thursday afternoons.

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10 Dead As California Fire Becomes Deadliest Of The Year, San Diego Beaches, Parks And Restaurants Are Open, But Playgrounds Remain Closed, San Diego Weekend Arts Events: Blues, Douglass Versus Lincoln, And Remembering Voz Alta

10 Dead As California Fire Becomes Deadliest Of The Year, San Diego Beaches, Parks And Restaurants Are Open, But Playgrounds Remain Closed, San Diego Weekend Arts Events: Blues, Douglass Versus Lincoln, And Remembering Voz Alta

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