History

Two black and white photos of philanthropist Ellen Browning Scripps; the left one shows her holding a book, while the right photo is a close-up of her in her younger years.
History
6 amazing women who helped shape the San Diego Natural History Museum
The Nat’s 150-year-old foundation is solid — thanks in part to these women.
March 01, 2024 06:53 PM
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Monica Garske
SD Over-the-Line OTL championships
Culture
2023 Over-the-Line World Championships return to Fiesta Island
The sport was invented on South Mission Beach and since 1954, continues to be synonymous with San Diego’s summertime culture.
July 5, 2023
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Monica Garske
A group of people carrying the rainbow flag for the San Diego Pride Parade in 2022.
Events
Get ready for San Diego Pride 2023
San Diego is getting ready to celebrate Pride in July and it is a schedule packed with celebrations, ceremonies, and parades.
June 30, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
IB Beach Warning sign
City
State of emergency declared for the US-Mexico Transboundary Pollution Environmental Crisis
San Diego leaders hope this declaration will address sewage that has polluted waters off our coastline and resulted in closures at beaches.
June 28, 2023
SD La Mesa Downtown District sign rendering
City
Coming soon: La Mesa’s very own Downtown District sign
Construction on the community-funded project is expected to begin this fall in the heart of La Mesa Village.
June 7, 2023
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Monica Garske
A woman sitting on a bench looking at a beach in La Jolla, CA
Live
Unwritten rules for living in San Diego
These unofficial San Diego rules tell every local how to live, drink, and dress.
June 7, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
SD James Hubbell Home
Culture
Tour artist and architect James Hubbell’s famous compound in Santa Ysabel
The Ilan-Lael Foundation is offering private tours on select days through Saturday, June 17, at the family home of James and Anne Hubbell.
June 5, 2023
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Monica Garske
SAC California flag
History
History of the California flag
Most of us probably don’t have our state flags memorized, but it’s worth studying up: Our flag’s design reflects centuries of history.
May 31, 2023
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Dayten Rose
Tony Hawk being presented with a plaque to acknowledge Tony Hawk Day
History
May 29 is Tony Hawk Day in the City of San Diego
The observance honors the Carlsbad native for his accomplishments and philanthropy.
May 25, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Flags adorn the back of the USS Midway Museum.
Events
5 Memorial Day 2023 observances in San Diego
These five events allow you to pay respect on the holiday dedicated to individuals who died while serving in the US military.
May 25, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Fern grizzly bear atop the San Diego Automotive Museum
History
Two California grizzly bears added to the top of the San Diego Automotive Museum
The two statues are named Red and Fern and have eyes to match.
May 23, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
Jacaranda trees early into their blooms in San Diego.
Travel and Outdoors
Where to tour jacaranda trees in San Diego
The lavender-blue blooms generally arrive in late spring and last for about two months
May 19, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
The mural of Ellen Ochoa at Parkway Sports and Health Science Academy
Culture
Ellen Ochoa honored in La Mesa and at San Diego State University
The La Mesa resident is depicted in a mural and is the namesake of a pavilion.
May 15, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
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
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