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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
SD SR-11 Otay Mesa East Port of Entry construction
Airports and Transportation
State Route 11 and Otay Mesa East Port of Entry: 2023 updates
Major construction milestones are expected in the modern-day, high-tech port of entry designed to reduce border wait times and bolster the binational economy. 🏗️
January 20, 2023
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Monica Garske
City of San Diego crew repairing stormwater pipes
City
City of San Diego ‘prioritizing critical infrastructure’ in 2023
From roads to water facilities, San Diego is putting in work.
January 6, 2023
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Monica Garske
San Diego backside skyline
Real Estate
2023 predictions for San Diego real estate
Tips and expectations from two local realtors.
December 14, 2022
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Michael Beausoleil
Gaylord Pacific Groundbreaking Chula Vista
Development
Gaylord Pacific Hotel and Convention Center coming to Chula Vista
The new development is poised to change Chula Vista’s access to San Diego Bay.
November 28, 2022
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Michael Beausoleil
1HWY1 Seaport San Diego project
Development
The future vision proposed for Seaport Village
Among its amenities, the Seaport San Diego proposal promises more public rec space, a tower, new piers, and an ‘urban beach’ for the waterfront landmark.
October 14, 2022
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Monica Garske
West Mission Bay Drive bridge project
Development
West Mission Bay Drive bridge replacement project nearly complete
The overhaul of the 1950s-era bridge is slated to be finished by early 2023 — with improved traffic flow and pedestrian + bike paths.
October 4, 2022
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Monica Garske
The site of the “Arctic Rescue” at SeaWorld San Diego
Development
SeaWorld San Diego adding ‘Arctic Rescue’
The new addition is the park’s latest roller coaster.
September 27, 2022
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Michael Beausoleil
San Diego city leaders breaking ground on the Citywalk project
Development
San Diego Riverwalk Project breaks ground.
Phase one is expected to be completed in 2025.
September 23, 2022
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Michael Beausoleil
Shore House Hotel del Coronado San Diego
Culture
Shore House is ‘crowning achievement’ of Hotel del Coronado’s $400 million renovation
The Del began its “Master Plan” in 2019, which included restoring the historic hotel’s sense of “grand arrival” — and so much more.
September 16, 2022
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Monica Garske
east village quarter
Development
The East Village Quarter being built in downtown San Diego
May 12, 2022
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Michael Beausoleil
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Sports
It’s time: Women’s pro volleyball team San Diego Mojo makes home debut
The team is owned by Olympian Kerri Walsh Jennings and features a 15-player roster with serious pro experience.
February 22, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Culture
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance signs agreement that could bring back giant pandas
The new bears could arrive at the zoo as soon as late summer 2024 if all permits are approved.
February 22, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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Tourism and Hospitality
San Diego’s dog-friendly guide
Explore these dog-friendly places in San Diego that span from places to eat, drink, shop, exercise, swim, and stay the night.
February 21, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A rainy street with water pooling over a crosswalk.
Weather
When will El Niño conditions end in San Diego?
Following another substantial storm, it the end of San Diego’s rainy season in sight?
February 21, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
The grandstand stage at the San Diego County Fair with the ferris wheel and other rides in the background.
Music
San Diego County Fair unveils Grandstand Stage lineup for summer 2024
The fair — which returns June 12-July 7 — will boast headliners like Ludacris, Jay Leno, Pepe Aguilar, and TLC.
February 21, 2024
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A group of Black entertainers pose in front of the Douglas Hotel in downtown San Diego in the 1930s wearing suits and headpieces.
History
San Diego history: The Douglas Hotel, also known as the ‘Harlem of the West’
The hotel was built in 1924 at 206 Market St. and offered quality accommodations and entertainment for Black visitors in San Diego during the segregation era.
February 20, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Travel and Outdoors
Getting back on track: San Diego’s plans to repair roads
The city has identified declining road quality, but has conducted studies to find ways to improve conditions.
February 19, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
The glasses of margaritas at Lionfish, including the Snake Eyes, Passion of the Marg, and Sweet Treat
Food
5 must-try margaritas for National Margarita Day
Explore these twists on margaritas, including sweet, spicy, and sans-alcohol options.
February 19, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Rendering of Freedom Park with an aerial view that shows green space and the USS Midway Museum
Development
Freedom Park receives approval to start construction
The project will demolish the three-story headhouse on Navy Pier and create a 10-acre park and memorial
February 15, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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
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