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Pedro Quintana-Lujan of Phoenix faces several charges after driving his pickup truck into a group of bicyclists. The local cycling community is reeling from the tragedy.

This program features a collection of six (6) short narrative films: fictional, creative, or dramatized accounts centered around military and veteran experience. "Chorus" "Brainstorms" "Touch" "The Soldier" "Where to?" "Return to Remembrance" The topics covered and storytelling methods in these films vary widely, each offering a unique perspective. Some were created by veterans themselves; others were created by filmmakers. Total run time is approx. 90 minutes. In this program "CHORUS" Directed by Daniel J. Egbert After missing his wife’s phone call goodbye on the morning of September 11, a now listless and brokenhearted music teacher must harmonize with his increasingly desperate fourteen-year-old son. "Brainstorms" Directed by Aron Meinhardt, Julie Pacino “Brainstorms” is an experiential look inside the mind of Brian, a veteran who has sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI) during combat. "Touch" Directed by Andrew Brame In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, a young woman with an autoimmune condition that makes her particularly vulnerable to disease is torn between preserving her own safety and her need for human contact. "The Soldier" Directed by Devin O’Guinn When a homeless veteran receives news of his former wife dying, he embarks on a journey to reunite with his daughter while experiencing his PTSD episodes in the process. "Where to?" Directed by Brian Thompson As Kabul falls to the Taliban, Brett Chapman, an Afghanistan combat veteran turned rideshare driver, struggles to connect with his employer and passengers. "Return to Remembrance" Directed by John Marrs A soldier searches the West for his family after the Civil War. What he finds is not what he expected. The festival is organized by KPBS in partnership with the Film Consortium San Diego to present the Local Film Showcase. The festival is a proud member of the San Diego Veterans Coalition and the San Diego Military Family Collaborative. GI Film Festival San Diego on Facebook / Instagram / Twitter

In a 3-1 vote, California's transportation regulator allows self-driving car companies to expand their programs in the state — despite opposition from police and fire departments.

Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley's presidential campaign sees a path to competing against Donald Trump — a path that runs right through South Carolina's Feb. 24 primary.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has moved most of his campaign resources to Iowa. Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley is vising the Hawkeye state more too. But Donald Trump remains the front runner.

A motorist drove into a crowd that was waiting at a bus stop near a migrant shelter in Brownsville, according to authorities. "It is looking more and more like an intentional act," police said.

By some estimates, chronic absenteeism doubled during the pandemic. Now, about halfway through the most "normal" school year since 2020, the situation hasn't improved in many places.

This Cleantech San Diego Education Series event offers an update on the cleantech sector in the San Diego region and the key technologies that will continue to drive the industry. The event will feature a series of panel discussions with industry experts exploring the status of existing technologies, conversations about cleantech policy drivers and what these investments mean for business, a forum for companies and startups to discuss strategies for partnerships, as well as a series of fast-paced pitch presentations from Southern California Energy Innovation Network (SCEIN) CEOs and founders describing their cutting-edge cleantech innovations. The event is free to Cleantech San Diego members and $75 for non-members.

Hundreds of Americans appeared on a list of passport holders approved to leave the territory, as President Biden called for a "pause" in hostilities to allow for the release of hostages held by Hamas.

Looking for a chance to meet one of the longest-standing members of the Grateful Dead family? On Saturday, April 8, San Diego will have a chance to meet Steve Parish at one of two March and Ash locations; either from noon - 2 p.m. at their Mission Valley location, or from 3 - 5 p.m. at their Vista location. Steve, also known as Big Steve has teamed up with California-based cannabis growers Grizzly Peak to launch his own line of “Big Steve” products, available at March & Ash locations throughout Southern California. A fan favorite includes his Big Steve Infused Pre-Roll Pack, with seven hybrid pre-rolls, ready for delivery or pickup in March, and Ash’s Mission Valley, Vista, Imperial Valley, City Heights, Chula Vista H. St, and Imperial Beach locations. Steve Parish has been a primary member of the Grateful Dead family for 50 years, first joining the band as a roadie in 1969. He quickly became Jerry Garcia’s trusted gear handler and began to manage the Jerry Garcia Band, where they forged an unbreakable bond. Steve continues to maintain his relationships with the rest of the Grateful Dead family.