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   Number 1: Brace yourself for heat all this week

   First, a week full of heat has millions across the county looking for some relief. Also, city council members have voted to do away with a measure that allowed for taller buildings in the Midway District. Next, could new military grooming standards disproportionately impact Black men? And, we hear from the new owners of your San Diego Padres.

   August 25, 2026·16min
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   Number 2: How contaminated is the Tijuana River? San Diego Coastkeeper researchers have answers

   First, researchers have gathered enough information to put figures behind contamination levels at the Tijuana River. Also, the county just launched its largest public works project ever: solving the Tijuana River sewage crisis. Then, La Mesa City Council appointed a new interim city treasurer. And, get to know KPBS’s new Science & Technology reporter.

   September 14, 2026·17min
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   Number 3: How does an engineered material arresting system impact aviation safety?

   First, following another fatal plane crash over the weekend, we check in how things might have gone differently at San Diego International. Then, the extreme heat warning continues across the county. Also, student homelessness is on the rise across California. And, some local agencies are gathering to defend the Head Start program.

   September 09, 2026·11min
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   Number 4: Family of Islamic Center shooter sues mental health facility

   The family of one of the shooters in the Islamic Center attack is now suing a mental health facility for negligence and wrongful death. Plus, what a looming El Niño could mean for San Diego County. And, how an Environmental Protection Agency announcement is renewing hope for Imperial County residents plagued by river pollution.

   September 08, 2026·16min
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   Number 5: How much money is the city leaving on the table by keeping beach parking free?

   First, we looked into how much money the City of San Diego could be leaving on the table by keeping parking free at beaches. Next, members of San Diego’s Black Panther Party gathered to celebrate the life of one of their founding members. Then, former staff at a local art institution tell us there’s more to the story than funding cuts.

   September 04, 2026·12min
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