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The families of four of the five Marines killed in a 2022 Osprey crash say the aircraft is “defective” and “dangerous,” and are taking its manufacturers to court. In other news, the city of San Diego is expanding free swimming lessons in lower-income neighborhoods. Plus, we learn how the San Diego International Airport is elevating the passenger experience.

“Rap Diego,” a new 12-episode podcast by KPBS, shares the history of San Diego’s underground rap movement that would spring countless musical acts and create a subculture that would eventually become mainstream and influential on music and people around the world. The first three episodes are available on October 4, 2024.

Farmers in California are trying to plant crops that don't require a lot of water. Some are turning to growing agave as a response to a warming state.

Celebrate the start of summer at Parkway Plaza with its first-ever 619 Day, an event dedicated to local businesses and the vibrant community on Wednesday, June 19th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The evening will be filled with fun activities, including giveaways with exciting prizes every 19 minutes, exclusive discounts at locally owned stores, face paintings, a scavenger hunt and unique caricatures to take home. One participant will also walk away with a $619 shopping spree! Enter for your chance to win on the Parkway Plaza website. For more information visit: visitparkwayplaza.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

"Shirin Towfiq: Threaded Journeys" On view: March 30 - Aug 11, 2024 Curated By: Guusje Sanders Interdisciplinary artist Shirin Towfiq explores the stories and memories shared by her family while navigating the in-betweenness and uncertainty she feels as a second-generation Iranian refugee. Her work is inspired by Persian folk art, lore, and traditions which she reimagines through embroidery, patchwork, and digital prints on gauze. Folk art and craft are deeply rooted in traditions frequently passed down through generations. Steeped in cultural heritage, the techniques and skills are a living record of the past and ways to share stories today. They are intimately bound to the home and daily life. Many communities that are dispersed around the globe have strong ties to their cultural, ethnic, and national roots. Through folk art and craft and its connection to the home, people are able to go beyond geographical boundaries and create a sense of comfort and belonging. In the exhibition, "Shirin Towfiq: Threaded Journeys," Towfiq weaves connections between the Persian folklore of the magic carpet and its ability to transport people with incredible speed to her experience as a second-generation Iranian refugee. She embeds her magic carpet with references to home and belonging; freedom and the feeling of being uprooted; and the intricacies of identities constructed around these journeys. Museum Hours: Monday: Closed Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Mingei International Museum on Facebook + Instagram

Doctors and health officials are warning San Diego residents about rising cases of whooping cough and walking pneumonia, especially among young children.

Police say one killed the rest but did not say which of the six was the suspect. A husband and wife among the dead had invested with two of the others, suggesting that money could be a motive.

San Diego may have to pay a premium for any property that could be used as a homeless shelter.

During our Chocolate Making Classes you will learn, create, eat and laugh! We offer chocolate making classes for adults and children 5 years and older*. Our hands-on chocolate making classes are about 1 ½- 2 hours long and limited to 10 students (or 10 child/ parent teams). There you will learn the basics of working with chocolate, create your own bark, molded chocolates and more. During class, students will play with favorite flavors like salted caramel and peanut butter cup and select monthly themed flavors made by chocolatier Michelle Lomelin. Students will also select from more than two dozen ingredients as they personalize a chocolate bark – with favorite flavors including freeze dried fruits and savory pretzels, potato chips and a wide selection of nuts. Plus, you will get to keep all your creations! Our chocolate making classes are offered one Saturday a month and each month has its own theme. AUGUST- “Paradise Bound!” This month we can work with the flavors of the islands! For molded chocolates we will have coconut cream ganache and passion fruit caramel. For barks we will have toasted coconut and macadamia nuts, dried pineapple and mango. *each child 5-12 yrs. old must have a parent helper. Children 13 yrs. old and older are purchased as individuals. All adults are purchased as individuals. *As a thank you, we offer 15% off our retail selection For more information visit: sweetpetiteconfections.com/events Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Calling all Artists - For the 72nd Fine Art Open Annual Awards Show, hosted by the North Coastal Art Gallery. This signature event is presented each year and open to non-members and members. This show draws in about 200 artists from all over Southern California. It is juried by a renowned independent jurors: Chuck McPherson and Lynn Buettner. The exhibition starts on August 4 and is available through our website at northcoastalartgallery.com on the events “Open Show” page, or on Online Juried Shows processing. Ribbons, Awards and cash prizes are awarded at the reception. The deadline for submissions is July 17 Visit: northcoastalartgallery.com/open-shows/ North Coastal Art Gallery on Instagram