It fuels many of us each morning, with an extra rush of energy — coffee! But how did that magical drink come to be so ubiquitous? One San Diego restaurant is providing clients with traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremonies and a history lesson.
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A new shelter for LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness is now open in Vista. In other news, CDC data shows a rising number of high school students have seriously considered suicide. Part 2 in our school mental health series, looks at barriers for students seeking help. Plus, the Balboa Theater is celebrating its 100th birthday.
The child care industry has long been in crisis, and COVID-19 only made things worse. Now affordable, quality care is even more challenging to find, and staff are not paid enough to stay in the field. This series spotlights people each struggling with their own childcare issues, and the providers struggling to get by.
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In a hearing Thursday, a judge ordered Grecia Figueroa to preserve all potential evidence on her electronic devices in her sexual assault lawsuit against former San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher.
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The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System today announced it is increasing trolley service before and after San Diego Padres games Thursday through Wednesday at Petco Park.
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The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in San Diego County rose Thursday to its highest amount since Nov. 22, increasing 1.7 cents to $5.064, rising for the 10th consecutive day and 15th time in 16 days.
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A rising number of high school students have seriously considered suicide. LGBTQ+ youth face higher barriers to help.
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American artist Richard Serra died this week at the age of 85. Serra was world-renowned for his large-scale metal sculptures.
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Comedy legend Cheech Marin talked about the impact of film "Born in East LA" and its relevance in today's political climate.
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KPBS Midday EditionThe San Diego Padres home opener is Thursday. To celebrate, KPBS Midday Edition is talking all about the Padres.
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Marine Corps members and former Frontwave employees said many recruits have no choice but to use the Oceanside-based credit union, which collects significant revenue from overdraft fees. The company’s CEO argues the practice isn’t predatory.
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It’s been less than a week since San Diego County's Migrant Welcome Center closed, and already CBP has released more than 1,000 asylum seekers and other migrants into the streets.
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El Cajon school facing student mental heath head-on with their curriculum
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Migrants are drowning in the Pacific Ocean. Lifeguards on both sides of the border respond
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The high-tech ways San Diego's water transmission pipelines are maintained
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The San Diego Symphony uses Sound and Silence to teach elementary school students about music
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Del Mar youth sports venue draws controversy and a lawsuit
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New tools in the fight to stop a mysterious killer called sepsis
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New technology helping San Diego researchers study elusive rattlesnake
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The county is building affordable housing in Chollas View. Residents say it’s concentrating poverty
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County lawmakers want to reign Coastal Commission's power to block housing, transportation projects
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What happens when you give low-income families monthly cash, no strings attached?
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We break down what these drugs are, and how doctors are adapting their practices, while navigating weight stigma.
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The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case on a widely used abortion medication with potential nationwide implications. In other news, CDC data shows that a rising number of high school students are reporting poor mental health. This week, our newsroom is looking at mental health in schools. Plus, the San Diego Unified School Board was supposed to consider a resolution recognizing April as Arab American Heritage month, but the item was unexpectedly pulled from the agenda.