Acclaimed writer George Saunders is one of the featured authors at this week's 31st annual Writer's Symposium by the Sea in Point Loma.

Known for groundbreaking works like "Lincoln in the Bardo" and "Tenth of December," Saunders joined Midday Edition Wednesday to reflect on his writing process, and how he approaches teaching the art of writing to a new generation.

Guest:

George Saunders, author, "Vigil", "Lincoln in the Bardo"

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31st Annual Writer's Symposium by the Sea event with George Saunders on Feb. 27

Nearly 50% of all cancer deaths are considered preventable, according to the American Association for Cancer Research.

However, there remains a general lack of awareness about early detection and screening.

This Cancer Prevention Month, doctors are spreading the word about how to be more proactive about your health. We talk to one local researcher to hear more.

Guest:

• Dr. Svasti Haricharan, professor of biology at San Diego State University, member of UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center, research grantee at American Cancer Society

This Black History Month, we're celebrating local Black leaders across every field — from art, to community organizing and wellness.

On Midday Edition Tuesday, we feature two Black women making waves in San Diego's education and food justice scenes.

We hear about their lifelong commitments to social justice and equity and the philosophies that motivate them to continue their work.

Guests:

• Ashanti T. Hands, president, San Diego Mesa College
• Diane Moss, founder and managing director, Project New Village

Officials say at least 62 people have died in Mexico, but none in Tijuana or elsewhere in Baja California.

On Midday Edition, we discuss where the violence stands now and what the operation says about the state of U.S.-Mexico relations.

Guest:

• Ev Meade, director of Proceso Pacífico, a peace building group in Culiacán

In commemoration of Black History Month, we are continuing to sit down with local Black trailblazers who are continuing to leave their mark on the community.

Brisa Johnson has spent much of her life advocating for social justice in many different capacities, from leading civic engagement initiatives to spearheading the creation of the San Diego Black Worker Center.

Monday on Midday Edition, we hear from Johnson about her journey to where she is today and what it means to fight for workers' justice in 2026.

Guest:

• Brisa Johnson, executive director, San Diego Black Worker Center