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He did what few owners would. He extended credit to shoppers in the working-class neighborhood.
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Remote work gives us freedom and flexibility. But what happens when working from home leaves us isolated? We take our laptops to a Padres game to find out why getting together might be just as important as getting work done. -
In this episode of Port of Entry, recorded live at the KPBS San Diego Book Festival, poet and journalist Adolfo Guzman-Lopez reflects on growing up between Tijuana and San Diego and turning those experiences and memories into his book "California Southern: Writing from the Road, 1992–2025."
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The visionary costume and fashion designer was known as the "Sultan of Sequins" for his eye-catching celebrity looks. -
A Social Network follow-up, the real-life origin story of the movie Rocky, and more movies our critics are looking forward to this fall.
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Ed Sheeran's tour of North and South America was plunged into chaos when four of his supporting acts quit in solidarity with the rapper Macklemore, who was dropped for making pro-Palestinian comments. -
The board's vote to shutter the historic arts center came amid concerns about financial, structural problems.
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The 78th Emmy Awards are Monday night. See the stars as they arrived. -
The Pitt and Widow's Bay took home the top prizes in television at the Emmy Awards on Monday night. And actor Matthew Rhys became the first person to win in two lead acting categories in one night.
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San Diego County is home to independent bookstores offering new, used, rare and specialty books. -
They own car dealerships, law firms, dental practices, and restaurant chains. Collectively, these overlooked business owners hold far more wealth than the Forbes 400 — and wield considerable political power.
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Mon Laferte aims to contradict, expose or challenge norms; she takes the assignment of performing in an office space as no exception. -
In two board resolutions made public Monday, the arts institution says it is in a dire financial and physical state — and that only President Trump can "rescue" it. -
Noah Kahan will perform "Bridge Over Troubled Water" as part of the In Memoriam segment. -
In his latest book, the world-renowned physicist draws on science and philosophy to explore the notion that the university and reality are fully knowable. -
The Canadian singer opened up her 16-show residency in Paris at the Plenitude Arena. The entire series is sold out.
Latest Arts Events
Coastal Business Expo
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 from 4 PM to 7 PM
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William A. Wagner Aquatic Center
Free
Film Forum Coronado: 'Carnival of Souls'
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 from 6 PM to 8:30 PM
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Coronado Public Library
Free
Third Wednesday Contra Dance at Balboa Park
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
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Balboa Park Club
$5-20
Solya @ SOMA
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 7 PM
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Soma San Diego
"Weird Al" Yankovic: 'Bigger & Weirder' 2026 Tour
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 7 PM
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The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
$71-$225
San Diego Restaurant Week - Fall 2026
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 6 AM
Ongoing until September 20, 2026
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Various Locations in San Diego County
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month On Third Avenue
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 7 AM
Ongoing until September 30, 2026
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Third Avenue
Discover UC San Diego: A GPS-Guided Walking Tour for Prospective Students, Parents, New Staff and You!
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 8 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2027
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UCSD Town Square
$14.99
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