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Locally elected sheriffs manage California jails and are responsible for the safety of the inmates they hold. Record deaths in San Diego’s jail are shaping a plan for new statewide oversight.

Laboe is credited with inventing the "oldies, but goodies" phrase, as well as with helping end segregation in Southern California by organizing live DJ shows that attracted a diverse audience.

The office property sector is in trouble as many workplaces remain empty, and that threatens to spark a number of economic problems, including more pain at the country's banks.

Comic-Con International and San Diego Public Library have teamed up for the Comic Conference for Educators and Librarians. This FREE five-day conference will take place at the San Diego Central Library during Comic-Con® from July 20-24, and will explore the role comics play in promoting education and literacy for all ages. Those in the library and education fields are invited to learn creative and exciting ways to incorporate comics and other popular arts into their work. Through presentations and panel discussions, the Conference hopes to engage the community and promote comics as a medium for learning. The Conference is free to attend, but space is limited and registration is required for each day. Comic-Con badge-holders with valid single same-day or four-day badges are welcome to attend and are not required to register. Register here: Wednesday, July 20 | Teaching with Comics Thursday, July 21 | Library Panels Friday, July 22 | Publisher Panels Saturday, July 23 | Educator Panels Sunday, July 24 | GeekED View the full schedule of panels here. Related links: San Diego Public Library on Instagram Comic-Con International on Instagram

Four decades after the New York City Rap Tour made history in Europe, Hip-Hop's influence is everywhere - in art, fashion and even the 2024 Olympics.

Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival took over downtown San Diego in 2019 to rave reviews. Taking over the waterfront parks and piers it turned into a city-wide celebration. After three years, the festival is coming back to bring you a better experience! Get ready to experience the beautiful waterfront parks, piers, ships and yacht parties play host. More than 250 downtown bars, restaurants, breweries and hotels all within steps. Ferries between stages or to the beautiful beaches of Coronado Island. After-parties in the Gaslamp Quarter and Little Italy. Sunset cruises, ocean activities and jet boat rides. America’s craft beer capital, and one of the top culinary cities. All imagined into one festival destination. Pop in and out of the festival grounds at any time with your RFID wristband, as we take over the town! Wonderfront Music & Arts festival starts Friday, November 18 and runs through Sunday, November 20, taking place at Broadway Port Pier. The Festival hours each day are: • Friday, November 18, 2:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. Broadway Port Pier remains open until midnight • Saturday, November 19, 12 p.m. – 10 p.m. Broadway Port Pier remains open until midnight • Sunday, November 20, 12 p.m. – 10 p.m. Get tickets here! General Admission, 3-day weekend pass: $359 General Admission, 3-day military pass: $335 VIP Exclusive, 3-day pass: $1,399 Click here to see full artist lineup. For more information, please visit wonderfrontfestival.com.

NPR's Scott Simon reflects on several electoral races in which candidates were posthumously elected.

Dangerous triple-digit temperatures descended on San Diego desert areas Tuesday, while uncomfortably hot conditions hit valley and coastal regions — with all expected to persist through Wednesday.

Art of Elan's former ensemble-in-residence, the Chicago-based Kontras Quartet, returns to San Diego for an evening of dynamic music-making and multimedia collaboration, featuring the world premiere of "Hidden Mothers," written by composer Steven Snowden and commissioned by Art of Elan in 2019. Followers of the "Sounds & Swells" series will also be treated to the unveiling of a new project that features local footage from McCracken Films (Kyle McCracken) and Joey Taylor Photography, as well as music by Felix Mendelssohn, Jessie Montgomery, Javier Alvarez and Angelica Negron. This one-hour program will take place outdoors in the Garden at the Education Pavilion, with a pre-concert reception beginning at 6:30 p.m. and admission to the current exhibits by Minerva Cuevas and Greg Ito included with the price of admission. Date | Thursday, April 21 from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Location | Institute of Contemporary Art North (Formerly Lux Art Institute) Get tickets here! General admission: $35 ICA Members: $25 Students: $10 For more information, please visit artofelan.org/concerts/kontras-quartet-ica-central or call (619) 678-1709‬.

The San Diego Festival of Science and Engineering is back in action and better than ever! Events include two block parties, interactive classroom learning, a movie night, a recycled art competition, weekly podcasts, a group hike, and much more! Join us for the Barrio Logan STEAM Block Party! This inclusive, outdoor community event will take place in the heart of Barrio Logan. Combining culture, science and art, the day will include a mix of student competitions, art displays, live exhibits, hands-on STEAM booths, and more! This is a family-friendly environment where curiosity and exploration intersect creativity and culture. Join us for hands-on activities, competitions, food, and fun! Date | Saturday, April 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location | Mercado Del Barrio This event is free and open to the public. Hosted in partnership with the Barrio Logan Science & Art Expo. For more information, please visit lovestemsd.org/barrio-logan-steam-block-party or call (858) 623-4253.