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A new study says several states are doing the right things to get students to show up to school regularly.

Otay Ranch Town Center in Chula Vista will mark Hispanic Heritage Month with its annual Celebration and Family Festival on Tuesday, September 30 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The popular retail and dining destination in eastern Chula Vista is proud to once again host this community celebration filled with live music, cultural performances and free fun for the whole family celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month which runs September 15 to October 15. "As one of our cornerstone annual events, the Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration is a fantastic opportunity for our neighbors and community to come together and honor the rich traditions and contributions of generations," said Otay Ranch Town Center General Manager Tim Kilcourse. "Paired with our popular weekly Farmers Market, the event provides countless opportunities to support local businesses, including a large number of locally owned, Hispanic-led vendors," he added. The event will feature musical and dance performances, meet and greet opportunities with themed characters, Loteria game with prizes, a fun photo booth, face painter and kids' giveaways tied to Hispanic Heritage Month. First added in 2024, this year's event brings back "Salsa Under the Stars," a pop-up Salsa dance celebration and musical performance that will run from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., overlapping with many of the event elements, with guests having many activities to choose from. Hosted by the Manny Cepeda Orchestra quartet, this free program encourages anyone interested in getting their salsa on with some basic instruction and no partner needed, along with fantastic live music to get your feet moving! Location: Otay Ranch Town Center; 2015 Birch Road, Chula Vista 91915 Event web link: https://www.otayranchtowncenter.com/en/events/24177/ Otay Ranch Town Center on Facebook / Instagram

The ocean comes alive after dark as Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego casts a spell of science and seasonal fun with Halloween Aglow! This year’s event takes place on October 24 and 25 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. for two nights of Halloween festivities with an educational twist. From unusual animals to eerie illuminations, Halloween Aglow celebrates the wonders and mysteries of the ocean in a family-friendly atmosphere. Enter through a vibrant display of hay bales and pumpkins and dive into fall fun featuring ocean science and hands-on exploration. New this year — trick-or-treat in Adam R. Scripps Living Seas Gallery as it transforms from day-to-night with special lighting and glowing surprises around every corner. Plus don’t miss the science of slime as you embrace your inner scientist! “The ocean is filled with unique, alien-like — but most importantly, slimy — creatures!” said Matthew Arrollado, Public Programs Coordinator. “In the Boo and Goo Lab, young scientists will get a chance to play in some sensory slime, explore the science of Oobleck and touch some slimy ocean animals.” Don’t miss the chance to show off your Halloween costume during the parade through the aquarium or watch as Birch Aquarium divers demonstrate their underwater pumpkin carving skills! Other activities include live music from Billy Lee and The Swamp Critters, pop-up science stations, classic arcade games and more! Tickets for Halloween Aglow are separate from general admission and go on sale September 26 to the general public, with a member presale from September 22 – 25. Tickets are $45 for adults and $40 for children, with members receiving 50% off admission. Children 2 and under are free. For more information, visit the aquarium website. Birch Aquarium at Scripps on Instagram / Facebook / TikTok

Join us at Hard Rock Hotel San Diego for an exciting fashion experience during the Liquid Sunshine summer day club! On Saturday, September 6 at 4 p.m., West Coast swimwear brand Nalu Bay Swimwear will hit the runway with a vibrant show inspired by Southern California surf culture. Don’t miss their on-site pop-up shop, where you can shop the collection’s bold patterns, flattering cuts, and signature sunny style. Hard Rock Hotel San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

As election day approaches, nonprofits, political parties and a billionaire have spent nearly $26 million on ads and other communications in an effort to convince voters to support or oppose Prop. 50 — the most of any ballot measure in recent state history.

Legendary creators, banned books, K-pop fandom, horror deep dives and more — Saturday's Comic-Con lineup as something for everyone. We've grouped our top panel picks by theme to help you plan your day.

Premieres Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / KPBS+. Uncover the secret world of New York and London’s resilient pigeon flocks, seeing how they adapt to the challenges of city life and thrive alongside people. Narrated by Bobby Moynihan.

A 2025 survey found that 44% of students in the San Diego Community College District are food insecure, meaning they lack access to nutritious food.

"67," pronounced "six seven," spread from a rap song, through sports and social media, to classrooms and homes across the U.S. But even the artist who coined it struggles to define it.

Western states have some of America's lowest fertility rates. The rapidly rising cost of housing is playing a role.