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Preservationists Fear Changes Would Jeopardize Balboa Park's Historic Status

KPBS — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:30:00 -0800

The City of San Diego and millionaire philanthropist Irwin Jacobs want to remove cars from the center of Balboa Park. The Save Our Heritage Organisation is opposed to parts of their plan, sued the city for the way it handled the project agreement and won. People on both sides of the issue discuss whether the suit and a possible loss in historic designation will set the project back.

New Adventure Brings 'Survivor' Winner To PBS

KPBS — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:14:42 -0800

Yul Kwon won the TV show "Survivor" and is now taking on a new adventure. He will uncover what makes America work and the people who keep it going on "America Revealed," which airs on PBS.

Eating Seasonally In San Diego

KPBS — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:30:00 -0800

Taste the local bounty of San Diego when it's freshest.

Experts Discuss The Mystery Of Severe Depression

KPBS — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:59:15 -0800

The causes of severe or clinical depression are as varied as the current treatments for the condition. We look at what depression is and what can be done about it.

Analysis: Prop 8 Ruled Unconstitutional

KPBS — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:37:09 -0800

A federal appeals court has declared California's same-sex marriage ban to be unconstitutional, paving the way for a likely U.S. Supreme Court showdown on the voter-approved law.

How Technology Is Transforming Medicine

KPBS — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:30:00 -0800

Scripps Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Eric Topol, outlines his theories of how technology is transforming medicine and how slowly the medical establishment is catching on.

'Not In Our Town': How One Community Responded To Hate

KPBS — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:30:00 -0800

We look at a hate crime that made national news and how that community responded. We also learn what's being done in San Diego to teach students about acceptance and respect of others.

SD Supervisor Ron Roberts Previews State Of The County

KPBS — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:30:00 -0800

Roberts will deliver the State of The County Address on Wednesday, February 8. We'll hear a preview and ask Roberts, who was elected to chair the board of supervisors last month, about regional development and what role if any the County will play in building a new Chargers stadium.

San Diego Jewish Film Festival

KPBS — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:00:00 -0800

The 22nd Annual San Diego Jewish Film Festival kicks off Thursday and runs through February 19 with more than 40 of the best contemporary Jewish themed films from around the world.

Roundtable: Money In Politics, Petco Park & Indian Tribes

KPBS — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:55:29 -0800

Panelists look at the large amounts of money swirling around local and national politics; the lack of it in East Village businesses during the Padres' off-season; and whether money caused the Pala Band of Indians to expel 154 tribal members.

San Onofre Shutdown Costing Up To $1 Million A Day

KPBS — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:55:21 -0800

The two-day shutdown at San Onofre is likely costing the power plant $600,000 to $1 million a day, according to an expert on power plant security.

Weekend Preview: New Stage And Plate Offerings

KPBS — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:02:24 -0800

From new theatrical productions to innovative new dining spots, there are many new things to try throughout the city this weekend.

A Trip Through American History With Culture Clash

KPBS — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:43:24 -0800

Culture Clash returns to La Jolla Playhouse with a new play, "American Night: The Ballad of Juan José," which examines our collective history through the eyes of an immigrant as he studies for his U.S. citizenship test.

Radioactive Leak At San Onofre Nuclear Plant Called 'Low Level' By NRC

KPBS — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:54:38 -0800

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission said a tiny amount of radiation could have escaped into the atmosphere from the San Onofre nuclear power plant after a water leak prompted operators to shut down the reactor as a precaution.

Liberty Quarry Faces Opposition

KPBS — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:30:00 -0800

A key hearing Monday may be the last phase in deciding whether a rock quarry north of San Diego can go forward. A supporter and opponent of the Liberty Quarry projects argue their sides.

San Diego Museum Offers Up Close And Personal Look At Black Holes

KPBS — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:30:00 -0800

A $5-million projection system recently installed at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center’s planetarium will allow visitors to view the skies as if they are in space. The center's director and an astrophysics expert explain the new system and its ability to bring black holes to life.

Advocates For Foster Children Recruit Volunteers

KPBS — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:30:00 -0800

There's a big push underway to recruit 360 more people to help San Diego County foster children by volunteering as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA).

Redevelopment's Past And Future In San Diego

KPBS — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:09:29 -0800

Today marks the end of redevelopment as we know it in the City of San Diego. We'll talk about the legacy of the Centre City Development Corporation and the Southeastern Development Corporation and find out if and when the city's $4 billion in redevelopment earmarks will proceed.

Officials: Small Radiation Leak Possible At San Onofre Nuclear Plant

KPBS — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:22:50 -0800

A nuclear reactor at San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station remained off-line today due to an equipment problem that sent a small, non-hazardous amount of radioactive gas into an auxiliary building and possibly into the atmosphere, authorities said.

Clemency Urged For Woman Who Killed Pimp

KPBS — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:00:00 -0800

Sara Kruzan has spent more than half her life in a Calif. prison for killing her pimp. Kruzan’s San Diego relatives and local advocates are pressing Gov. Jerry Brown to grant her clemency.