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A climate activist and local professor discuss climate policy and what it could take for elected officials to work across party lines.

A pioneer in the field of trauma therapy talks about his new memoir. Also, a new exhibit will highlight stories and feature artwork by incarcerated women. And finally, NPR launches a new podcast that is part-interview, part-game show.

Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias take a heavy toll on individuals and their caregivers. New medications offer hope, but raise accessibility concerns.

Library advocates speak on the potential impacts of proposed budget cuts to the city of San Diego's library system, and college librarians adapt to AI technology across campuses.

Third places are for connecting with others and leaning into community. For an upcoming show, KPBS Midday Edition wants to hear from you: what is your third place? What makes it special to you?

The seventh annual San Diego Book Crawl is back to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day. Also, an action-packed Midday Movies. And your weekend arts preview.

Local surfers coast through the history, activism and artistry of surfing in San Diego.

Environmental advocates share local efforts to make the earth a healthier place on Earth Day and year round.

Local author Rachael Cohen will host a succulent art workshop in celebration of her book, "Self-Care for Eco-Anxiety." Also, we discuss two upcoming film festivals. And we have your weekend arts preview.

Don Winslow discusses plans to retire and his last novel, 'City in Ruins.'