Midday Edition

As San Diego's senior population continues to grow, so does the need to care for them. Many seniors are facing challenges from Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Often, that responsibility falls to family members.California has over 7 million family caregivers. It's a role that comes with low pay, no sick days, and additional mental stress. On Midday Edition Monday, we have a conversation about some of the challenges that family caregivers face.Guests:Martha Rañón, vice president, Southern Caregiver Resource CenterShannon Patel, social worker, George G. Glenner Alzheimer's Family CentersLilly Ribner, family caretakerResources mentioned:Southern Caregiver Resource CenterGeorge G. Glenner Alzheimer's Family CentersSan Diego County's Family Caregiver Support Program

Last month, 14-year-old Mikey Jimenez was driving in a restaurant parking lot in El Centro when police officers opened fire on the vehicle, killing him.Now, his family is calling for an outside, independent investigation.Wednesday on Midday Edition, we talk more about the ongoing investigation and how Jimenez's death has reverberated in the community.Guest:Kori Suzuki, South Bay and Imperial Valley reporter, KPBS

It's that time of year: time to figure out what you're bringing to Thanksgiving dinner. For many of us, that decision can feel overwhelming.If you've been putting that off, we've got you covered with some last-minute Thanksgiving shortcuts — in effort, not flavor.Sam the Cooking Guy joins us to answer audience questions and give us a live, in-studio cooking demonstration.And, if all else fails — you can always go out to eat. We sit down with lifestyle journalist Jackie Bryant to get her recommendations for restaurants serving Thanksgiving dinner.Guests:Samuel Zien (Sam the Cooking Guy), cookbook author, restaurateur and YouTuberJackie Bryant, lifestyle journalist and journalism professor at San Diego State University

Thanksgiving is a time to express gratitude, and it's an opportunity to give back to community, and spend time with family.Tuesday on Midday Edition, we hear from a local group using mutual aid to address food insecurity in San Diego.Then, a conversation with a local leadership coach about how to make the most of family time this holiday season.Guests:Nica MaryJane Hermosillo-Vanella, founder and CEO, Feeding DaygoLorri Sulpizio, director, Conscious Leadership Academy, University of San DiegoResources mentioned:Amor al ValleFeeding Daygo LinktreeMutual Aid Hub

November marks National Hip-Hop History Month, and San Diego has a thriving hip-hop community and make its mark on the culture.Tuesday on Midday Edition, we sit down with a local hip-hop veteran to talk about San Diego's ever-evolving hip-hop scene, his own artistry, and how he continues to shine a light on artists, both up-and-coming and established.Guest:Ric Scales, hip-hop artist, curator, promoterResources mentioned:Slappin' Hands showcaseSoul Disciples"F**k Ric Scales" album

Every November, we recognize Native American Heritage Month — honoring the history and contributions of Indigenous people in the United States.But for many leaders, honoring this history is a year-long commitment. That includes educating the next generation and teaching the public the truth about the past.We sit down with two Kumeyaay leaders dedicated to preserving the language and spreading awareness about their cultural heritage.Then, we learn about local efforts to spread awareness about missing and murdered Indigenous people (MMIP) in the San Diego region. We also discuss what resources are available for community members.Guests:Stan Rodriguez, director of Kumeyaay Community College and chair of the Kumeyaay Studies department at Cuyamaca CollegeNicholas Calaway Smith, ‘Iipay-Kumeyaay educator and language preservation advocateDanielle Bush, program director, MMIP San DiegoSummer Elliott, housing services liaison, Strong Hearted Native Women’s CoalitionResources:Feather AlertMMIP San Diego Resource Center

About a dozen police agencies in San Diego County use automated license plate readers.A new KPBS investigation found those agencies are also searching cameras owned by private businesses — with limited oversight.Plus, almost all requests for shelter have failed since San Diego began clearing freeway camps. We talk about problems within the shelter system and why it's so hard to secure a spot.And, we talk about why residents in Jacumba are pushing back on a 600-acre solar project that would surround the town.Guests: Scott Rodd, investigative reporter, KPBSGustavo Solis, investigative border reporter, KPBSBlake Nelson, homelessness reporter, The San Diego Union-TribuneElaine Alfaro, East County reporter, KPBS

Over the past 30 years, Point Loma Nazarene University professor Dean Nelson has sat down with some of the most prominent writers in the literary world to talk about their craft.He compiles the insights from those conversations into two new books, "Talking to Writers" — one focused on fiction, the other nonfiction.Then, our Midday Movies critics unpack the concept of "tactical frivolity" and discuss films that use satire, humor and theatricality to respond to the political moment.And finally, it's another busy weekend in the arts. KPBS arts reporter Julia Dixon Evans shares her top picks for things to do.Guests:Dean Nelson, author, director of Point Loma Nazarene University's Journalism Program, founder of Writer's Symposium By the SeaBeth Accomando, arts reporter, KPBSYazdi Pithavala, podcast host, MoviewallasJulia Dixon Evans, arts reporter, KPBS

For many parents today, managing kids’ screen time and technology use often feels like a full-time job.Growing evidence shows a correlation between excessive screen use and mental health issues, as families struggle to establish rules and guidelines around technology.We speak with Jean Twenge, a local researcher and author, about "10 Rules for Raising Kids in a High-Tech World."Guest:Jean Twenge, professor of psychology at San Diego State University, author of "10 Rules for Raising Kids in a High-Tech World"

Don't put away your umbrellas just yet.San Diego County is expecting another rainstorm late Thursday, after heavy rainfall earlier in the week. We break down the forecast.Plus, we take a look into progress being made at this year's United Nations climate conference in Belém, Brazil — also known at COP30. We also unpack why the United States is skipping the conference this year.Guest:Alex Tardy, former National Weather Service meteorologist, founder of Weather EchoDavid Victor, professor of innovation and public policy at UC San Diego's School of Global Policy and Strategy