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Immigrants make up a significant proportion of all the country's doctors. New policies are making it harder and less appealing for foreign-born physicians to come to the U.S.

On Friday, September 26, Songwriter Sanctuary will host three acclaimed artists performing in the round: Jordy Searcy, Gráinne Hunt ft. Jules Stewart, and Joe Summers. The event is hosted by the legendary Jeff Berkley in partnership with Normal Heights United. (4650 Mansfield St. Suggested Donation $10. All ages. Doors 6:30 p.m., Music 7p.m.) Only three concerts remain in the 2025 season! Scroll on for the remaining lineup of original local acts on deck to close out the year. About the Artists Gráinne Hunt w/ Jules Stewart: Gráinne Hunt's reputation as a powerhouse performer has landed her on stages alongside U2 and Glen Hasard (who called her "The hardest working woman in Irish music") with opening slots for Gladys Knight and Mary Black. After showcasing at Folk Alliance International in 2024, she secured an 0-1 Visa to cement her presence stateside. She kicked off 2025 showcasing at Celtic Connections and is touring the US presently, before a showcase tour in Australia. She launches her new show "Queer Arrivals" at Liverpool Irish Festival in Oct 2025. She's joined tonight with tourmate and lifemate Jules Stewart, beloved touring and studio drummer known for her stellar work with groups like Billy Nation, Alex Bergan, Please Ask for Paul, Mariela, and more. Joe Summers: Joe Summers is a San Diego songwriter with roots in Folk, Blues, and Soul who mixes these styles to explore the emotions of loss, grief, and growth. He believes that music can help speak things that are hard to grasp with words alone, and that it can help realize our connection with the world around us. Jordy Searcy is an indie-pop singer-songwriter known for heartfelt lyrics, dynamic live performance, and intimate storytelling. Following early national attention from The Voice (season 7), he has released several albums and maintained a rigorous touring schedule, garnering more than 50 million streams and nearly 600,000 monthly Spotify listeners. Event Details Location: Normal Heights United Church: 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego, CA 92116. Thank you to our generous venue partner for sharing this beautiful space with the local music community! Time: Doors 6:30 p.m., Show 7-9 p.m. ish. Suggested Donation: $10 (all ages) but please be generous in your support of these top tier talents whose creative work is their livelihood. 100% donations go to artists. No one turned away for lack of funds. All Ages: Bear in mind we do not censor our artists so please make sure to check out the lineup and make the best decision for your family. Parking: Street parking. Food/Drink: Beverages for small purchase, thanks to our sponsors Babe Beverages and Duck Foot Brewing Company. Guests are welcome to bring their own food into the venue (please eat and dispose of waste respectfully). There are so many delicious restaurants within walking distance - feel free to grab something take-out and bring it in! Accessibility: Please direct any accessibility / accommodation requests to Molly mollyrose@nhunited.org at least (5) business days prior to the event. Our sensory/safety station in the foyer includes single use masks, ear plugs, and hand sanitizer. Our venue runs two Corsi-Rosenthal box fan filters during the event. There is an ADA ramp entrance and two rows of reserved seating for folks who use wheelchairs or need extra space for mobility aids, and ADA accessible restrooms in the adjacent reception hall. Balcony seating is available (via stairway access only) for guests who prefer fewer people and less noise / stimulation. It's a very old building with an unusual circular seating arrangement, but we want to make sure everyone feels safe and supported - please reach out to us directly in advance to chat about how we can best accommodate you and your party. Photo/Video Consent: Please ask for consent before posting the faces and/or prominent features of artists or audience members online. If someone hasn’t given permission, consider using a blur tool to protect their privacy. While we've previously operated under the assumption that public events imply consent, a thoughtful call-in reminded us that consent must always come first—especially in a time when people’s images can be weaponized. Songwriter Sanctuary is committed to prioritizing consent and will continue to model and encourage this practice in our community. Remaining 2025 Season Schedule *subject to change Oct. 24 - Shea Givens - Anthony Cullins - DevvLov Dec. 5 - Holiday Edition! - JT Moring - Cara Cormier - David Beldock and Peggy Watson For inquiries, media comps, or further information, please contact: Lindsay White lindsaywhite.music@gmail.com Songwriter Sanctuary on Instagram

From Blink-182 to today's rising bands, San Diego's local music scene shows how place and timing can shape an artist's future and forge a lasting connection with fans. With Dan Ozzi, co-author of Mark Hoppus' new memoir, we explore strokes of luck and the beauty of a local live music scene that streaming can't replace.

A plan proposed Thursday by the Interior Department would open up new drilling on federal waters off California and off the coast of Florida for the first time in decades.

Una demanda federal interpuesta el miércoles alega condiciones deplorables en la instalación de detención de inmigrantes más grande de California, una prisión en el desierto donde las aguas residuales emergen de los desagües de las duchas y los detenidos se ven obligados a usar vendajes sucios para cubrir heridas abiertas.

El gobernador de California Gavin Newsom, ansioso por elevar su perfil nacional como un demócrata dispuesto a confrontar agresivamente al presidente Donald Trump, logró una victoria que podría ayudar a su partido en las elecciones de medio término mientras avanza hacia una candidatura a la Casa Blanca.

In interviews in villages on Venezuela's northeastern coast, from which some of the boats departed, residents and relatives said the dead men had been running drugs but were not narco-terrorists.

New York City's CEOs and other billionaires spent more than $40 million trying to defeat the mayor-elect. Now they have to live with him.

The killing of Gates, a member of the local unhoused community, has raised questions about how the Sheriff’s Office responds to mental health crises.

"Walking In Beauty, Life as Ceremony" is a new exhibition at the Bonita Museum and Cultural Center from November 8 - 30, 2025, displaying information about missing and murdered indigenous women. Organized and curated by Artivists Way of the Sacred Mountain organization, Teyana Viscarra and Norm Sands with Heather Gallana, Indigenous Cultures Educator at the museum. The Honoring Ceremonies with blessings will take place on Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Way of the Sacred Mountain is an Indigenous-led, grassroots partnership that breaks the silence on the brutal truths of the past and the continuing injustices of the present. Through the exhibition, the artivists hope to raise awareness of crucial issues impacting Indian Country, especially the crisis of MMIW, Missing and Murdered Indigenous Warriors. They provide a safe space and a call for healing through prayer, action, and remembrance. This is a free public exhibition and event. During the Opening Ceremony on November 8, visitors will experience Kumeyaay culture as well as crafts and food. The Bonita Museum & Cultural Center is located on traditional Kumeyaay lands along the Sweetwater River. Parking is free. More information can be found on the museum website: www.bonitahistoricalsociety.org Bonita Museum on Facebook / Instagram