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A new law co-authored by San Diego Assemblymember David Alvarez would streamline the construction of certain affordable housing developments.

The former FTX CEO, who is accused of orchestrating one of the largest financial frauds in history, plans to testify in his own criminal trial in a major gamble to avoid prison time.

From the organizers: San Diego Environmental Film Festival, Muir College, and UCSD Environmental Studies invite you to the screening of The Seeds of Vandana Shiva on April 14, 2023 from 5-8 p.m. at SME Theater (149), located on the North side of the Epstein Family Amphitheater. The reception and discussion about food justice starts at 5 p.m. and the screening begins at 6 p.m. About the film: Vandana Shiva is a modern-day revolutionary, and for forty years has been fighting a heroic battle on behalf of humanity and the ecologically besieged natural systems that support us. But she is opposed by powerful multinational corporations invested in continuing their degenerative but lucrative agricultural practices. By profiling one of the greatest activists of modern times, the film looks at the epic struggle over who controls the world’s food systems, and asks the question, who will prevail?

Why are Republicans abandoning one of the best tools the government has to catch voter fraud? That question is the focus of a new NPR investigation. Here are five takeaways from the report.

Creating characters that are interesting, relatable, and believable is essential in storytelling. Characters’ stories are developed through a variety of techniques: narration, dialogue, interaction with other characters, interaction with the setting. Using exercises that explore those techniques, this two-hour workshop will help you turn words into people. Come to create new fictional friends or use this to assist in further developing characters for any works-in-progress. This class is held in person. While masks are not required indoors, they are encouraged. Please be advised that it is best to register at least a week before the start of a class to help our instructors prepare and ensure that it does not get canceled or rescheduled. Policies regarding registration, refunds, cancellations, etc. can be found on our policies page. If you would like to provide feedback regarding this class, please feel free to complete an evaluation form.

From Australia to Canada, Big Tech has resisted lawmakers' efforts to force them to pay news publishers for carrying their articles. Now, that battle is playing out in California.

Join Robin Douglas for an evening of creative expression as we explore large, expressive watercolor paintings reflecting the sea and the sky. For sunrises to sunsets and everything in between, paint with large brushes and sponges to create the natural attributes of Southern California. Enjoy appetizers and drinks during a brief presentation on California Impressionism before creating an original work of art. All materials provided. Follow Robin Douglas on Instagram!

A new album of music by the 88-year-old Estonian mystic seems to put an arm around you and whisper, "In troubled times, music can help."

Earlier this year, the former Big Bang Theory actor had stopped appearing on the popular game show show after declaring her support for the Hollywood writers' strike.

Cinema Under The Stars presents "Long Shot" Friday, April 21, 2023 at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 8 p.m. Cinema Under the Stars 4040 Goldfinch Street San Diego, CA 92103 Phone: (619) 4221 Website: www.topspresents Cost: $17 - $20 Ages: 18+ “LONG SHOT” (2019. 123 minutes. R) - Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron headline this giddy, irreverent rom-com spiked with political parody. The workaholic Secretary of State (Theron) employs a liberal, bombastic journalist (Rogen) as a speech writer in her bid to crack the glass ceiling. With O’Shea Jackson, Jr. More Information about Cinema Under The Stars: * Unique and intimate outdoor theater in Mission Hills * “Zero Gravity” reclining seats, heaters and blankets provided * Waterproof canvas cover has been installed for the Winter season * Members - $17; Box Office - $18; Online - $20 * Online Reservations for members begin Monday at 9 a.m. * Online Reservations for non-members begin Tuesday at 9 a.m. * Box Office opens at 6 p.m. on movie nights * Films begin at 8 p.m. with a vintage cartoon * Popcorn, Candy, Hot and Cold beverages are $3 each * Reservations must be cancelled before 5 p.m. online, or call the theater before 6 p.m.