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When Afghanistan fell back into the hands of the Taliban in 2021, 33-year-old S. was among those evacuated. S. has three children, but only her youngest made it out of Afghanistan with her and resettled in California. Two of her other children, her daughter, 14, and her son, 9, are in Kabul. S. asked NPR to use only her first initial — to protect her children and other relatives who are still in Afghanistan.

Afghan wartime allies freed by the U.S. 25 years ago are now fearful and frustrated

Twenty-five years ago, the U.S. invaded Afghanistan following the 9/11 attacks. Some Afghans who helped the U.S. prosecute that war were allowed to come to America. Now they face possible deportation.

2026 JUNETEENTH Theatrical Celebration

Please join Cultural Noire Performing Arts Company for its 2026 JUNETEENTH Theatrical Celebration! Cultural Noire Performing Arts Company will present a Staged Reading of the 2002 Pulitzer-Prize Finalist for Drama, "Yellowman" by Dael Orlandersmith. The award-winning play is being presented in celebration of JUNETEENTH. "Yellowman" features Portia Gregory and Anthony Hamm and is narrated by Iris Anderson. The staged reading is directed by Gina M. Jackson. The theatrical celebration will be held on Sunday, June 14 at Community Actors Theatre (C.A.T.). Doors open at 2:30 p.m.; the staged reading begins at 3 p.m. Tickets are available at Eventbrite. Cultural Noire Performing Arts Company on Facebook / Instagram

Ronald Reagan waves beside his wife Nancy Reagan during his 1981 inaugural ceremony in Washington, D.C. He is the star of a new orchestral and video work highlighting episodes from his life.

Patriotic art gets the spotlight as NEA funding shifts. Cue 'The Ronald Reagan Overture'

Patriotic art and music is taking center stage this year under the Trump Administration, as funds shift away from DEI. For some orgs, like the Reagan Presidential Library, this is their wheelhouse.

Saturdays in the Courtyard - Anna May

A blend of acoustic warmth and folk-rock energy, Anna May carries soulful vocals and stories that linger long after the last note. Saturdays in the Courtyard is a vibrant outdoor performance series that fills the beautiful Ann Kulchin Courtyard with music, energy and community spirit. Bring friends, enjoy the festive atmosphere and experience the best new and emerging artists in North County and San Diego under the open sky. Admission is always free. In the event of rain, concerts will be moved indoors.

Spring Equinox Celebration at The Rooftop Bar

Welcome the arrival of spring at The Rooftop Bar in Oceanside with a full day of music, cocktails, and coastal views. The Spring Equinox marks the moment when day and night fall into perfect balance, making it the perfect excuse to gather above the Pacific and celebrate the season ahead. Join us from noon through the evening as DJs set the tone and specialty cocktails keep the energy flowing. Settle in for sunset, watch the sky shift from golden hour to starlight, and enjoy a day that naturally turns into night on the rooftop. Visit: https://www.rooftopbaroceanside.com/event/spring-equinox-celebration/ The Rooftop Bar Oceanside on Instagram and Facebook

Clavicular during Paris Fashion Week on June 23, 2026 in Paris, France.

Girl accuses Braden Peters, social media influencer known as 'Clavicular,' of rape

The allegations claim Braden Peters, also known as Clavicular, had non-consensual sex with the 17-year-old female victim after plying her with alcohol. Peters' representative denies the charges.

A cyclist gives a thumbs up to another cyclist carrying a senior as a passenger in a cargo bike in a scene from the short film "Cycling Without Age."

Bicycle Film Festival returns to San Diego after 11 years

The festival at the Museum of Photographic Arts on July 25 will showcase 27 films from around the world about the joy of biking.

Fred Hersch Trio

Fred Hersch is a seminal figure in modern jazz piano who has shaped the art form for more than three decades as an improviser, composer, bandleader, and educator. Hailed by Vanity Fair as “the most arrestingly innovative pianist in jazz” and by The New Yorker as “a living legend,” he is a seventeen-time GRAMMY® nominee and recipient of major honors including the Doris Duke Artist Award and multiple Jazz Journalists Association awards. He is a devoted educator who has taught at New England Conservatory, The Juilliard School, and the New School, while giving master classes worldwide. His impact on a new generation of jazz pianists is profound, shaping artists from Brad Mehldau to Sullivan Fortner, prompting Jason Moran to call him “like LeBron James on the basketball court — perfection.” Fred Hersch on Facebook / Instagram

Unfurled Chula Vista

Unfurled Chula Vista is a free community art and open mic poetry event! Make your own flag, share your poetry, and experience a colorful exhibition of handmade flags created by the community for one day only. Made possible in part by the City of Chula Vista Performing and Visual Arts Grant.

Distilled - An event supporting Promises2Kids

Distilled is a premium spirited event bringing together San Diego’s professionals and community leaders for an unforgettable night of premium whiskey, scotch, & bourbon tastings. Hosted in a unique setting surrounded by classic and exotic cars, the event features curated tastings, great food, a silent auction and meaningful networking all while raising critical funds to support programs and services for foster youth through Promises2Kids. Promises2Kids on Facebook / Instagram

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