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SD The Joan opens Liberty Station
Arts
Curtains, up: Performing arts center ‘The Joan’ opens at Liberty Station
The Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center will serve as Cygnet Theatre’s new home.
September 10, 2025 11:02 AM
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Monica Garske
A ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new South Lake Park
Travel and Outdoors
San Marcos celebrates the opening of the new South Lake Park
The new park is perfect for fishing and had a 1-mile hiking trail
April 21, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Aerial shot of San Diego with mountains in the background and "Be Dynamic. Be Downtown" mural.
Government
San Diego introduces its 2024 fiscal year budget proposal
Mayor Todd Gloria proposes his “Getting It Done” plan
April 17, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Pothole van
Travel and Outdoors
San Diegans are spotting its road assessment van in action
The city is using lasers and cameras to determine which roads need maintenance.
April 10, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
SD John D. Spreckels legacy in San Diego
History
The history and legacy of John D. Spreckels in San Diego
🌇 The businessman helped San Diego develop into a thriving city — and his legacy is all around.
March 15, 2023
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Monica Garske
Gaslamp Quarter sign
Development
Gaslamp Promenade poised to transform downtown San Diego
The resdesign will restrict vehicular access from 11-3 a.m.
March 6, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Hillcrest sign in rainbow
Development
Hillcrest welcomes a new, multicolored community sign
The renovation will be used for community celebrations
February 24, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Petco Park LEGO replica
Arts
LEGOLAND California Resort recreates Petco Park for MINILAND San Diego
The new attraction debuts March 23
February 24, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Park Boulevard bus lane
Development
Bus lanes coming to Park Boulevard in San Diego
The lanes will allow for more efficient public transportation.
February 22, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Olive Street Park groundbreaking San Diego
Travel and Outdoors
San Diego breaks ground on Olive Street Park
The space will feature play equipment, a deck, and a memorial to locals who died from AIDS.
February 14, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Navy Pier in the Embarcadero in San Diego
Development
Freedom Park makes strides toward converting Navy Pier
The 5-acre park will transform the North Embarcadero space
February 10, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
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The gray, square, multi-level New Terminal 1 Parking Plaza at the San Diego International Airport; construction is still visible around the plaza as the airport's New T1 project continues.
Airports and Transportation
Now open: New Terminal 1 Parking Plaza at San Diego International Airport
This first phase of the New T1 Parking Plaza has opened 2,834 parking spaces directly across from Terminal 1.
September 6, 2024
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Monica Garske
The interior of a Sonic the Hedgehog-themed pop-up cafe in San Diego; the walls are painted bright blue and feature characters from the Sonic video games. There's a fake palm tree in the middle of the room and gold rings hanging from the ceiling. A line of customers are waiting to order food.
Food
Gotta go fast: Sonic the Hedgehog Speed Cafe returns to downtown San Diego
The cute pop-up eatery inspired by SEGA’s beloved video game character will stick around through Sunday, Nov. 3 — so get your Tails there, fans.
August 23, 2024
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Monica Garske
A fake skeleton decoration pops out from behind a dark bar at the Black Lagoon Halloween-themed pop-up bar. In the background, neon green, purple, and orange lights add to the scary vibes.
Bars
Enter if you dare: Halloween-themed Black Lagoon Pop-up bar coming to San Diego
The spine-tingling pop-up will take over Seven Grand in North Park from Friday, Oct. 11 to Sunday, Nov. 3.
August 23, 2024
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Monica Garske
Scattered Purple Sand Verbena flowers bloom at Anza-Borrego Desert State Park agains the brown, earthy backdrop of the desert in east San Diego County. The mountains are in the background, against the blue sky sprinkled with clouds. There are a few yellow flowers peeking out of the purple patches, too.
Travel and Outdoors
Where the wildflowers are: The annual Desert Bloom at Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
After a rainy winter, the Borrego Springs desert region east of San Diego is expected to bloom quite nicely with vibrant desert wildflowers in spring 2024.
February 29, 2024
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Monica Garske
A grassy green hill at Kate Sessions Park overlooking Mission Bay, with many people picnicking and sitting on the grass.
Culture
How to spend your 24 extra Leap Day hours in San Diego
Start your day off with good, local coffee, head to the beach, go on a hike, peruse the city’s marvelous murals — seize the Leap Day, SD.
February 28, 2024
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Monica Garske
SD Geisel Library UC San Diego
History
6 ways to see Dr. Seuss’ influence in San Diego
The iconic author lived in La Jolla from 1948 until his death in 1991 — but his local legacy lives on.
February 28, 2024
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Monica Garske
Glowing blue water at Torrey Pines Natural State Reserve washing onto the rocks from bioluminescence.
Travel and Outdoors
What is bioluminescence and how can you see it?
The naturally occurring phenomenon tends to produce a blue glow at night, but results from a sensation called “red tides.”
February 27, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Waves in Ocean Beach as kids play on the beach.
City
What is the ‘Coastal Resilience Master Plan?’
The effort aims to find natural ways to address searise, protect communities, and preserve natural habitats.
February 27, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Rudford's Restaurant San Diego
Food
6 cool retro diners in San Diego
Vintage never goes out of style, right?
February 26, 2024
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A bracket with the text "Pizza Bracket" and two grids with space for four nominees.
Food
Vote in SDtoday’s pizza shop bracket
We want to know: Where is the best pizza in San Diego? Vote for your favorite to help determine a champion.
February 23, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil