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How to celebrate Juneteenth this weekend

June 18, 2026

Juneteenth celebrates the day in 1865 when word of freedom spread to the last people who were enslaved in Galveston, Texas under the Confederacy.Here in San Diego, festivities are well underway — with lots in store this weekend. Juneteenth celebrations are happening across the county, with everything from music performances to surf lessons.On KPBS Midday Edition, we sit down with two local event organizers to give us a preview of upcoming events celebrating the holiday. We also talk about the...

New book highlights the importance of laughter for 'autism moms'

June 18, 2026

The experience of parenting a child with autism can be fulfilling and life-changing. It can also bring real challenges.Andrea Moriarty is a proud "autism mom." Her son, now an adult, was first diagnosed with autism at the age of three. Moriarty has been writing about her experience and providing advice on parenting a child with autism, throughout her time as a parent.Her latest book, “Daffy: Laughter as Self-Care for Autism Moms with Very Little Time and No Interest in Exercise,” reflects on ...

One month later, reflecting on the Islamic Center shooting

June 17, 2026

It's almost been one month since the tragic shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego.Three innocent men lost their lives — Amin Abdullah, Mansour Kaziha and Nadir Awad.We sit down with Imam Taha Hassane, director of the center, to honor their memory. We also discuss how the community is healing several weeks later. Guest:Imam Taha Hassane, director, Islamic Center of San DiegoResources:Council on American-Islamic RelationsEverytown Survivor Network9-8-8 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline