Business

The big, white Barcelona apartment building in Bankers Hill, with palm trees and cars parked out front.
Real Estate
Hot Homes: The history and $2 million renovation of The Barcelona in Bankers Hill
The 100-year-old apartment community at 326 Juniper St. is considered a “hallmark” of its era — and a “real estate jewel” of present-day San Diego.
February 14, 2024 06:54 PM
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Monica Garske
Batman and a ballering trick-or-treating at Belmont Park.
Culture
Free community trick-or-treating events
Looking for a place to trick-or-treat? These free celebrations around San Diego County offer a scary-good time for the whole family.
October 6, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Spirit Halloween SDtoday
Business
San Diego County has 17 Spirit Halloween stores in 2023
The seasonal store has moved into retail spaces across the county that used to be home to major brands.
October 2, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
City leaders breaking ground at the UniverCity project.
Development
UniverCity breaks ground in Chula Vista
The project will add office space, higher education opportunities, and the largest library in Chula Vista.
September 26, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
The exterior of Mabel's Gone Fishing in North Park
Food
Taste of North Park returns on Sat., Oct. 7
The food-centric event will allow participants to get samples at 40+ restaurants, breweries, cafes, and shops in the community.
September 18, 2023
SD Dole Fresh Fruit Company at Tenth Avenue Terminal Port of San Diego
Business
Tenth Avenue Marine Terminal on San Diego Bay is all ‘Doled’ up
On any given day, you can spot Dole’s cargo and container ships bustling about San Diego Bay.
September 5, 2023
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Monica Garske
San Diego Roads SDtoday
City
San Diego ranks among the most costly commuter cities in the US
The study determined how much a worker in San Diego would earn if they spent their commute time working a median-salary job.
August 31, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
SD Torrey Pines Golf Course
Play
Link up for tee time: 18 golf courses in San Diego
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or the next Tiger Woods, these 18 golf courses in San Diego are sure to make for a good round.
August 30, 2023
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Monica Garske
Airplane ascending over San Diego.
Airports and Transportation
SAN expecting high traffic going into Labor Day Weekend
The airport expects to see travel levels exceed pre-pandemic traffic.
August 29, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Jimmy Buffet Suite at the Margaritaville Hotel Gaslamp
Travel and Outdoors
Margaritaville Hotel makes its debut in downtown San Diego
The hotel boasts that it has the largest rooftop pool in San Diego, plus event spaces and three restaurants.
August 25, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
SD Parana Empanadas
Food
7 places to eat empanadas in San Diego
The savory Latin American staple sure makes its mark around these parts. 🥟
August 24, 2023
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Monica Garske
Ballst Point brewing
Arts
What’s the coolest thing made in California?
The California Manufacturers & Technology Association is asking for your help proving that San Diego makes really great things.
August 23, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
SD Corridor Candle Co.
Small Business
Corridor Candle Co.: A San Diego-inspired small business that makes a lot of scents
The City Heights-based company specializes in candles inspired by beautiful places in SD — like Sunset Cliffs, Torrey Pines, and Anza-Borrego.
August 22, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD OOLY Carlsbad
Small Business
Where to shop small and local for back-to-school supplies in San Diego
From art supplies to books, these small shops have you covered.
August 14, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD AleSmith Brewing Company Miramar
Small Business
Breweries in San Diego’s Miramar area — aka ‘Beeramar’
Many of San Diego’s most beloved craft breweries are making beer in the heart of Miramar.
July 25, 2023
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Monica Garske
Seaport Village San Diego
Food
Where to eat and shop at Seaport Village in San Diego
Here’s a taste of what’s new at the landmark dining and shopping hub as of July 2023
July 21, 2023
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Monica Garske
Rendering of the storefront and counter of The Red Chickz in Carlsbad
Restaurants
The Red Chickz is bringing the heat to Carlsbad
The Nashville-style chicken shop will open its first location in San Diego County at The Shoppes at Carlsbad later this summer.
July 14, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Kobey's Swap Meet in San Diego.
Live
Happy haulin’: swap meets, co-ops, vintage, and resale shops in San Diego
Here’s the deal — the swap meet and vintage shopping scene is stellar in America’s Finest City.
June 21, 2023
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Monica Garske
A scoop of green ice cream in a cup in National City, CA
Food
16 of San Diego’s coolest ice cream shops
These shops are known for award-winning flavor, uncommon recipes, and their methods of making frozen goodness.
June 9, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Rendering of a kiosk in downtown San Diego
Development
Downtown San Diego plans to install up to 75 digital advertising kiosks
Up to 75 digital, interactive kiosks will come to downtown San Diego, but some locals have concerns.
June 8, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
SD Drink Up Month 2023 Preview
Restaurants
SDtoday will celebrate Drink Up Month in July 2023
We’ll be exploring San Diego’s bountiful beverage scene during the month of July — from tea and coffee, to craft beer and more.
June 8, 2023
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Monica Garske
The bookshelves at Verbatim books
Retail
11 best-selling used bookstores
Reduce, reuse, reread — these local shops let you buy secondhand books to give them new life.
May 26, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
SD MLS coming to San Diego
Sports
Score: Major League Soccer expands to San Diego
The league’s 30th team — San Diego FC — will play at Snapdragon Stadium in Mission Valley starting in 2025.
May 18, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD Midway Rising renderings
Development
‘Midway Rising’ redevelopment: Housing, entertainment, and an urban park
Locals are invited to join the Sports Arena redevelopment team for a project update this Thursday, May 18, at San Diego Central Library.
May 16, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD SeaWorld San Diego Rescue Jr new play area
Entertainment
New ‘Rescue Jr.’ play area coming soon to SeaWorld San Diego
The kid-friendly zone will feature a splash pad, climbing structures, and new rides — replacing the theme park’s Sesame Street Bay of Play.
May 12, 2023
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Monica Garske
San Diego skyline photo in black and white
Tourism and Hospitality
National Travel and Tourism Week: San Diego’s tourism, by the numbers
The industry plays a major role in our city’s economy, job creation, and overall vibe as a feel-good hotspot.
May 10, 2023
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Monica Garske
SD sister cities sign
City
San Diego’s Sister Cities, one by one
From cities in Mexico, to Japan, Taiwan, and Australia, America’s Finest City has a big extended family.
May 8, 2023
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Monica Garske
Randy's Donut Logo in Serra Mesa San Diego
Food
Randy’s Donuts is making its San Diego debut
The LA-founded chain is opening its first store as part of a San Diego expansion.
May 1, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
The exterior sign at Warwick's in La Jolla
History
The story of Warwick’s
Want to learn about the nation’s oldest continuously family-owned and operated bookstore? We’ve got you covered.
April 27, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
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