Monday, February 8 at 8 pm on KRCB TV in the North Bay. NOVA presents the remarkable life story of Percy Julian – not only one of the great African American scientists of the 20th century, but an industrialist, self-made millionaire, humanitarian, and civil rights pioneer.
Saturday, February 6 at 8 pm on KPJK TV in the South Bay. Jazz drummer E.W. Wainwright uses music as a starting point to stress the values of discipline, hard work, and self-respect for underserved kids through his African Roots of Jazz Performing Arts Academy. His well-rehearsed student drill and drum teams perform at school and in public, and his contemporary adult jazz ensemble plays at respected venues around the area.
Wednesday, February 3 at 8 pm on KPJK TV in the South Bay. Charles J. Kropke speaks with scientists, environmentalists, and legislators on all sides of the issue of the 2016 toxic algae outbreak in the Everglades, an unprecedented local disaster with international implications. The episode “War on Invasive Species” follows at 8:30 pm.
Monday, February 1 at 9 pm on KPJK TV in the South Bay. Haunted by her experiences in Mexico, Nikki Alexander is struggling to come to terms with life back home. While on leave she seeks out fellow pathologist Sally Vaughan for support. However, a few days later and troubled by the failure of Sally to return her calls, Nikki heads to her house only to find that it has become a crime scene and Sally is nowhere to be found.
Monday, February 1 at 8 pm on KRCB TV in the North Bay. Our DNA can determine attributes from eye color to medical predispositions. An extraordinary technology called CRISPR allows us to edit human DNA, possibly eliminating genetic diseases or choosing our children's features. But how far should we go?