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First, habeas corpus petitions that can help some fight against being indefinitely detained are now being met with a new challenge. Also, we bring you an update in the race for State Superintendent of Public Instruction. And, should San Diego sell its Colorado River Water to other states in need? Then, a story around a truly unique garden in Clairemont.

A game once associated with grandparents is finding a new generation of fans. As mahjong clubs fill up and social media fuels curiosity, players are rediscovering a pastime that offers a mix of strategy, luck and a place to belong.

Ramen maker Maruchan is teaming up with "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba" for a tasty San Diego Comic-Con offsite. Located at the Interactive Zone at Petco Park, “MaruMart: Demon Slayer Konbini” will transform the recognizable ramen brand’s pop-up into a Japanese convenience store inspired by the world of "Demon Slayer." Fans can explore character displays featuring Tanjiro, Nezuko, Zenitsu, Inosuke, and all nine Hashira, try their luck at claw machines, pose for themed photo ops, and shop limited edition Maruchan x Demon Slayer merchandise including t-shirts, hoodies, and keychains. And of course, there are noodles. Attendees can score complimentary Yakisoba samples inspired by fan-favorite characters, with Tanjiro’s Beef Yakisoba, Zenitsu’s Chicken Yakisoba, and Inosuke’s Spicy Chicken Yakisoba all served in special collaborative packaging exclusive to the activation. Fans can stop by: - Thursday, July 23: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Friday, July 24: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Saturday, July 25: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Sunday, July 26: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The experience is free and no Comic-Con badge is required. Visit: https://sdccblog.com/events-default/labutique-shop-185/

Joy. Mayhem. A live band. And absolutely no silent nights. Enter the gloriously off-kilter world of international chanteuse and comedic force of nature Meow Meow. Part cabaret, part concert, this festive evening travels from jazzy showbiz and witty Weimar-era tunes to French chanson, contemporary classics, and original surprises. Meow Meow on Facebook / Instagram

We’re bringing together local politicians to go head-to-head at Politifest: Elections Showdown. Attendees will hear from candidates across San Diego and cast their votes for who would most effectively address the biggest issues facing our community. Voice of San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Join leading Deaf culture scholars and UCSD professors Carol Padden and Tom Humphries for an illuminating talk on the history of Deaf people in the United States. What are the issues that have historically defined Deaf culture and peoples? What are some of the matters in culture, education, politics, and the arts that animate contemporary Deaf lives? How have Deaf people countered prejudice and the historic social oppression directed at them by the hearing world. Simultaneous interpretation in ASL and English provided. San Diego Public Library on Instagram

This film presents a fond and informative portrait of pioneering female jazz trumpeter Clora Bryant, a proponent of West Coast jazz whose early stints with the International Sweethearts of Rhythm led eventually to collaborations with Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker, among others. Rich with tunes and anecdotes, the documentary handsomely details Bryant’s long journey in music and her influence on generations of musicians. UCSD prof and filmmaker Zeinabu irene Davis will be in attendance. The only reason Ms. Bryant isn't better known is because she's a woman. Part of "More Than Rhythm: A Black Music Series," an engaging public library 6 month film series exploring the sweeping history and evolution of African diasporic music. It traces the journey of rhythm and sound from the West African roots of the banjo to the electronic beats of modern house and funk music. More info on the series: https://sandiego.events.mylibrary.digital/series?si=&sn=More+than+Rhythm%3A+A+Black+Music+Series

Artisan ice cream brand Salt & Straw will be celebrating the special day all week long, with their very own National Ice Cream Week from Friday July 17 through Thursday July 23. At Salt & Straw shops nationwide, guests will have the opportunity to craft their own bespoke, Build Your Own Pint Sundae ($$12.50) – featuring three scoops of their choice served in a personalized pint, topped with fudge, whipped cream, rainbow sprinkles and a cherry, and further customized with limited-edition, themed stickers. Each sundae is served in a blank pint cup, with the guest’s name handwritten by the shop team where the flavor name is typically noted, and is designed to be a unique opportunity for ice cream lovers to express their identity through their own custom build. Additionally, members of Salt & Straw Rewards, their new membership program designed to give loyal guests deeper access into the brand and its offerings, can garner double loyalty points on National Ice Cream Day (7/19) itself. During National Ice Cream Week – and all throughout peak summertime – Salt & Straw’s suite of classic flavors, like Salted Malted Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough and Strawberry Honey Balsamic with Black Pepper; viral Tacolate, the nostalgic and highly sought-after ice cream taco made in partnership with Taco Bell; and rotating flavor series, such as July’s Berries Series, are also premier treats to beat the heat with. San Diego Locations include: Little Italy, UTC, Del Mar One Paseo, One Paseo Salt & Straw Ice Cream on Facebook / Instagram

Comic-Con 2026 July 23-26 This Comic-Con, Margaritaville Hotel San Diego’s LandShark Bar & Grill is leaving Earth behind and transforming into the LandShark Lunar Landing Bar—an immersive tropical spaceport where ocean breeze meet intergalactic adventure. From Wednesday, July 22 through Sunday, July 26, guests are invited to dock at the galaxy's most laid-back outpost, where cosmic explorers, bounty hunters, space smugglers, and beach lovers come together to refuel before their next mission. The out-of-this-world experience will feature glowing cocktails, celestial décor, atmospheric lighting, interactive photo moments, and live entertainment. Blending the beachy of LandShark with a darker, sci-fi-inspired aesthetic, the Lunar Landing Bar invites guests to embrace the strange, sip something stellar, and experience island hospitality with an intergalactic twist. Blending the laid-back spirit of LandShark with a darker, sci-fi-inspired atmosphere, the LandShark Lunar Landing Bar invites guests to refuel, recharge, and embrace the strange. Maps & Directions

Tiki Oasis is a five-night, four-day event including a world class concert, tropical cocktails curated by top mixologists, sunset luau dinner at the historic Catamaran Resort, fashion parades, late night suites soirées, vinyl disc jockeys, huge Tiki art exhibition, 40+ seminars about Tiki and Mid-Century style, design, and lifestyle, a bustling 150+ Tiki Marketplace full to the brim with artists, makers and traders, pool lounging, wedding options, and more! Tiki Oasis is the original and largest Tiki event in the entire world for lovers of Island Lifestyle and purveyors of Polynesian Pop! This year's theme is Psychedelic Tiki - Climb aboard a magic carpet and set sail on an odyssey through an orbit of far out sounds, pop art design, and vibrant, swirling colors to a kaleidoscopic Pacific Island where Tikis are draped in diaphanous paisley fabrics and enormous tropical flowers bloom with the scent of incense and peppermints. The clock has burst, and time has no meaning…Where have you landed? Welcome to the land of Psychedelic Tiki. Marketplace Hours: Ticket Holder Preview ONLY: Friday, August 7: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Saturday, August 8 & Sunday, August 9: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. View daily schedule here: https://www.tikioasis.com/schedule-26 Tiki Oasis on Facebook / Instagram