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Michael Heizer began work on his massive installation in the Nevada desert more than 50 years ago. One of the largest artworks in the world, it cost $40 million (so far) and is now open to the public.

The new UAW president says his members are being left out as the industry transitions to electric vehicles so he's applying pressure on the auto companies and the White House to do more for workers.

Residents say the rural street is not designed to handle the added traffic. The city will install an electronic gate to provide emergency access.

This free three-hour event is open to all 5th through 10th grade students and features hands-on arts sessions with faculty and staff. Students may choose from 6 disciplines: Visual Art, Music, Dance, Theatre, Creative Writing, and Multi-Arts Exploration. The event is designed to allow young artists the opportunity to participate in professional training and learning in the arts by Credentialed Educators and Industry Professionals. Classes are held with professional artists and current SDSCPA students, and include performance demonstrations, art exhibits, and hands-on immersive experiences. Parents will have the opportunity to meet SDSCPA staff and community partners to learn more about what SDSCPA has to offer their student and family. Parents are welcome and encouraged to stay and chat with faculty and administrators about enrollment options. Date | Saturday, May 21, 2022 at 9:30am Location | SCHOOL OF CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS Free Event! Registration required For further information on this event and class registrations please visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdD01Qokikl_mnUB6-u3LOXxye17uxF_vWb8iFQowW88Ql6Zw/viewform

The San Diego City Council officially established the city’s first Privacy Advisory Board on Tuesday. Meanwhile, legislators and victims advocates say the recent mass shooting in Sacramento has increased their resolve to push for tougher gun laws in California. Plus, the Studio Door in Hillcrest will soon be opening a new show highlighting young people's art about climate change.

The thoughtful pianist with a jazz pedigree talks about blurring the boundaries between jazz and classical, the pitfalls of music education, and harmonious rides in elevators.

Velocity Irish Dance is the next generation in Irish tap. Honoring past traditions yet transporting them feet-first into the 21st century, Velocity Irish Dance redefines the idea of what an Irish dance show should be. This high-octane interpretation is expressive, free spirited, and edgy, driven by passion and pride. Velocity Irish Dance is led by Guinness World Record holder for The Fastest Feet in the World, James Devine, and five-time World Champion Irish dancer, David Geaney. These two illustrious Irish hoofers come together in an intimate, no-nonsense jam session of impossible scuffles, shuffles and every step in between. They’re joined on stage by a crew of mind-blowing musicians including one old school scratch DJ. Described by The New York Times as an “energetic intimate history lesson, more than a sequined spectacular, Velocity Irish Dance is a multimedia show for all ages, earnestly tracing the evolution of Irish dance while toying with tradition.” Velocity Irish Dance delivers on the promise of its name, staging a riveting, fast-paced celebration of the past, present and future of Irish dance. The Velocity Irish Dance show will take place on Sunday, April 3 at 7 p.m. at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts.Get your tickets here! Adults: $35-$65 Seniors (65+), Active Military, Students (age 13-21): $30-$55 Half Price Youth Tickets (12 and under): $18-$33 For more information, please visit powayonstage.org/event/velocity-irish-dance/.

The composer, in a new collaboration with the Grammy-winning choir The Crossing, uses the words of Jeff Bezos and William Penn to explore connections among farming, colonialism and capitalism.

Black Comic Creators, Artists, Writers, Designers, and Innovators Collide! Educational, entertaining, and informative space for creatives. Our Vision is to provide an educational, entertaining, and informative space for creative and critical thinkers alongside community builders to experience speculative futures and the multiverse as an exploration of art as well as a world of opportunities. Held in collaboration with the San Diego African American Museum of Fine Arts exhibition "The Buses Are Coming" at Quartyard. Thursday, July 21, 2022 2:00 p.m.: Welcome Khemetic Yoga -Mika Marzette of Ascendtials accompanied by Nigel Zuniga on Drums Introduction to Afrofuturism - Dr. LaWana Business Side of Being Creative (with Qamar Bradford and more) Climate Change Through an Afrofuturist Lens (with Sonja Robinson and more) Tema Sister Society - Afrofuturism Dream Tank Khalil Nash 6 p.m. - Cosplay Contest (enter by 4 p.m.) 7 p.m. - In Conversation - James Spooner w/ Ezra Claytan Daniels 9 p.m. - AfroPunk Screening @Digital Gym Cinema 8 p.m. - midnight Cosplay Bowl and Flex @ Tavern Bowl Friday, July 22, 2022 2:00 p.m.: Opening Healing Session - Discussion of Melanin by Llaila Africa Free Thought Revolution - Ramses Curating Currency for the Future Freedom Riders for Food Justice Mookneto Cannabis as a Tool of Abolition Lyza E 7 p.m. - In Conversation with Tim Fielder and Dr. LaWana Register here. Related links: Afrofuturism Lounge website Dr. LaWana Firyali Richmond on Instagram

The U.N.-backed Black Sea Grain Initiative allowed Ukraine to ship food to other parts of the world during the war. Russian President Vladimir Putin says he's suspending the deal for now.