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First, we’ll tell you why some of the youngest students in the county will have less access to computer and phone screens next year. Also, roughly 93 thousand San Diegans could lose federally-funded benefits, one county proposed initiative looks to help fill that gap. Then, an investigation from one of our news partners found that dozens have communicated a lack of medical care at the Otay detention facility. Then, how does the upcoming budget impact city services? And, we’ll tell you one solution being considered to addressTijuana’s water supply crisis.

First, a new report says that schools in California are more divided between rich and poor than in 40 other U.S. states. Also, Tijuana hosted a Presidential visit over the weekend, we’ll tell you what Mexico’s President considers a right and not a privilege. Then, a conversation centered around San Diego’s road repair budget. And, could San Diego host another NASCAR race in Coronado next year?

First, a new survey tracks the impact that the May shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego had on its community’s sense of safety. Then, will allocated funds in the City of San Diego’s upcoming budget be enough to maintain our roads? Also, an update to the San Diego Velodrome’s policy regarding their inclusion of transgender athletes. Next, a preview of a play centered around scientist Isaac Newton and a preview of San Diego’s first NASCAR race.

First, in today’s episode we’ll tell you what changed or stayed in regards to funding for the city of San Diego’s police and fire departments in the upcoming fiscal year budget. Then, UC San Diego researchers are looking into whether popular medicines for weight loss could also help to slow the impacts of aging. Also, a new solar panel project in Imperial Beach. And, we’ll tell you why the San Diego City Council recently put its support behind a package of state bills aimed at reforming utility companies like SDG&E.

First, joining other institutions like Southwestern College, the South San Diego County-based district hosted its first ever graduation ceremony in Tijuana. Then, we'll tell you why riders on San Diego’s public transit system could soon be paying more for a ride. Also, as a warning to our audience, we bring you a story centered around suicide prevention. And, a new deportation effort has now made its way to San Diego bringing up questions around due-process.

A pair of fires scorch parts of the county Monday leading to evacuations. Then, the same San Diego City Council that last year approved paid parking in Balboa Park says “nevermind.” And Public Matters reporter Jake Gotta previews today’s budget vote. Finally, a look at San Diego’s indigenous history through the lens of America’s semiquincentennial.

First, we update you on early election results for the biggest races in the county. Then, a look into CPR and AED Awareness Week. And, we speak to two local artists about identity and belonging as America approaches its 250th birthday

First, we spoke with a handful of candidates from opposite sides of the aisle who are running in the 48th Congressional District race. Also, we’ll tell you why some UCSD faculty are calling for a return of standardized testing. Next, food banks are bracing for an uptick in demand as stricter federal food assistance rules go into effect today. Then, we spoke with a local author who is releasing a book on Punjabi history and traditions in the U.S. And, one local independent book store may be forced to relocate after multiple rent hikes.

First, what part did California gun laws play in the Islamic Center of San Diego shooting? Then, one week post-tragedy, hundreds gathered for prayer services on the Islamic holiday of Eid al-Adha. Also, one of the nation’s oldest environment groups has joined the fight over a local data center. Next, the city of San Diego’s budget is now in the hands of the City Council. Plus, a look at a gaming expo coming up this weekend.

First, with the primary one week away, we’ll tell you about the race to represent North County on the board of supervisors. Then, we’ll tell you how reduced trash fees came to be. And,one local professor is teaching her students about the Tijuana sewage crisis. And, San Diego’s mobile crisis response teams are set to lose their funding.