KPBS Midday Edition

A local author takes readers into the life of a honey bee, showing the importance of these busy pollinators. Plus, we hear some movie recommendations for Banned Books Week. And, your weekend preview.

On Midday Edition Wednesday, we discuss the complexities of Hispanic and Latino identities, the history of the Chicano movement, and book recommendations for Hispanic Heritage Month.

On Midday Edition Tuesday, we’re talking about the ongoing legal challenges to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs; what that means for businesses owned by women of color and the landscape of DEI as a whole.

School is back in session and many students are in dual-language or bilingual programs. We hear from educators about the wide-ranging benefits of bilingual education.

School is back in session and many students are in dual-language or bilingual programs. We hear from educators about the wide-ranging benefits of bilingual education.

TwitchCon is happening in San Diego this weekend. Plus, we check out the Filipino film fest and our weekend preview in the arts.

Last week's heat wave was a reminder that climate change is pushing our weather to the extremes. How do these extreme weather events affect our physical and mental health?

Last week's heat wave was a reminder that climate change is pushing our weather to the extremes.

On Midday Edition Tuesday, we look at how Project 2025 could impact climate policy, education and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).

A new reporting initiative from KPBS, inewsource and Voice of San Diego aims to expand the culture of civic engagement in the San Diego region.