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Hear from the 71-year-old San Diego immigration court watcher who says she was handcuffed and detained after an ICE agent accused her of assault. Then, will the county allow a neighborhood golf course to be converted into a sand mine? Also, in part two of our interview, hear what it is about the U.S. that keeps the author of “How Civil Wars Start: And How to Stop Them,” up at night. And, Voice of San Diego’s education reporter Jakob McWhinney is back to talk about the impact of declining public school enrollment. Finally, what are the long-term consequences of last year’s South Bay battery fire?

San Diego’s Back Pocket Whiskey Fellas have developed a reputation among local craft breweries, Irish Pubs and at numerous outdoor events for its rousing, crowd-pleasing, eclectic performances. Often incorporating and encouraging crowd participation, with a playlist that runs the gamut from Irish traditional, classic country, bluegrass, and classic rock, drawing a wide range of appeal for all ages. This eight piece acoustic band was founded in the summer of 2011 by San Diego rock band veterans: Jack Laux, Steve Hoshko, and George Davis, looking to explore the connections between Irish traditional and American roots, and infusing a rock band delivery, while still utilizing all acoustic instruments. The Fellas are proud to share that their third CD, "Third Flagon," has won the prestigious 2023 San Diego Music Awards’ “Best Local Recording”. The Fellas have all three of their albums, including "Second Pint and First Flask," available on Amazon and iTunes. They have their own music station featured on Pandora as well. 2024 will have the Fellas playing as many events, clubs, and music festivals as possible across the western U.S., hoping to share their music with as many fans as possible. Opening for Back Pocket Whiskey Fellas is Chickenhawk a cosmic country based out of Southern San Diego. Robert Stickney – lead vocals, guitar, harmonica David Berry – lead guitar Doug Jany – bass guitar Danny Moore – drums Zachary Stickney – mandolin California Center for the Arts, Escondido on Facebook / Instagram

Coming Soon! Around 300,000 years ago, Homo sapiens emerged in Africa, one of at least seven human species alive at the time. Now, fossil evidence, DNA sequencing, and other tools are shedding new light on the surprising journey that made us who we are today.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of soul-stirring blues as the legendary Bill Magee takes the stage for a special free concert! Recognized as San Diego’s Best Blues Band by the San Diego Music Awards and Reader Magazine, Bill Magee has been electrifying audiences with his signature blend of New York/Chicago-style blues and high-energy live performances. A veteran of the blues scene, Bill has played alongside some of the greatest names in music history, including Jimi Hendrix, B.B. King, Muddy Waters, Otis Redding, and Howlin’ Wolf. His gritty, heartfelt sound and masterful guitar work have earned him widespread acclaim, with albums like Low Down Dirty Blues and Good Morning Mississippi receiving rave reviews. From the vibrant stages of New York’s Apollo Theater and Madison Square Garden to the heart of San Diego’s blues scene, Bill Magee’s journey is one of passion, perseverance, and musical brilliance. Whether you’re a lifelong blues fan or new to the genre, this is your chance to witness a true blues legend—live and up close! California Center for the Arts, Escondido on Facebook / Instagram

Rodney Carrington is a multi-talented comedian, actor, singer and writer playing sold-out shows around the world as one of the top 10 highest-grossing touring comedians for the past two decades. A platinum-recording artist, Rodney’s recorded eight major record label comedy albums, followed by three albums on his own record label, Laughter’s Good Records. Rodney is fresh off the release of his latest album, “Get Em Out,” (released 2019) which hit #1 on iTunes. His album “Here Comes the Truth” (released 2017) climbed to #3 on the comedy charts, accruing tens of millions of streams on Spotify and even spawned a Netflix special. Rodney broke through with his major label comedy CD debut “Hangin’ With Rodney” in 1998. The next few years saw nine more Top 10 comedy albums: Live, Morning Wood, Nutsack, Greatest Hits, King of the Mountains, El Nino Loco, C’mon Laugh You Bastards, Laughter’s Good and The Hits, all of which continue to receive radio airplay and regularly place on the national comedy charts. “Hangin’ With Rodney” and “Morning Wood” earned RIAA gold record certification, and his Greatest Hits (a double CD) album reached platinum status. Rodney also released “Make it Christmas” which features his original song “Camouflage and Christmas Lights,” a tribute to our military. Rodney also added “author” to his list of accomplishments with the release of his book “Rodney Carrington, Coming Clean” published by Hatchette Books. Over the years, he’s starred in his own TV sitcom, “Rodney”, which ran for two seasons on ABC, co-wrote and co-starred with Toby Keith in the feature film, “Beer for My Horses,” which won the Tex Ritter Award from the ACM, and starred in his own Netflix special “Here Comes The Truth.” Rodney’s also appeared on countless other TV shows, including the ACA (American Country Awards), hosting the American Country New Year’s Eve Live show on FOX, and won “Supporting Character of the Year” from the CMT Music Video Awards for his appearance on the Trace Adkins’ music video “I Got My Game On.” Rodney is fresh off the release of his latest single, “Let Me In,” (released) October 15, 2021) and is gearing up for a brand new tour in 2024! Mature Audiences ONLY! Rodney Carrington on Facebook / Instagram California Center for the Arts: Escondido on Facebook / Instagram

The bill would prohibit neck gators, ski masks and other facial coverings for local and federal officers, including immigration enforcement agents, while they conduct official business.

Thousands Will Bike, Run, Walk, or Spin to Support Groundbreaking Cancer Research When: Saturday, August 2, 2025 **Participant registration open until morning of event** 5 a.m. – 4 p.m. Schedule of Events: Cycling (Start times at UC San Diego): - Gates Open – 5 a.m. - 75-Mile Ride – 7 a.m. - 55-Mile Ride – 8 a.m. - 25-Mile Ride – 9 a.m. Finish line 11 a.m.– 4 p.m. Featuring live entertainment, family activities, a Team Village, and more. Run/Walk (Start times at UC San Diego): - 10K Run – 9:30 a.m. - 5K Walk/Run – 9:35 a.m. Spin Classes: - 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m. Event Ends: 4 p.m. Where: UC San Diego – RIMAC Field 9500 Gilman Drive La Jolla, CA 92093 Who: Curebound, a San Diego-based philanthropic organization accelerating cures for cancer, presents Curebound Cancer Challenge (formerly Padres Pedal the Cause) — a dynamic day-longevent uniting the community to raise critical funds for early-stage cancer research. So far, Curebound has funded $43+ million in cancer research, awarding 143 grants for 23 types of pediatric and adult cancers with one vision: cures in our lifetime. What: The Curebound Cancer Challenge (formerly Padres Pedal the Cause) invites participants to join in a series of athletic events, volunteerism and fundraising — including bike rides, a 10K and 5K run/walk, and spin classes — in support of world-class cancer research. 100% of every dollar raised will support cutting-edge research at top San Diego institutions including UC San Diego, Salk Institute, Sanford Burnham Prebys, La Jolla Institute of Immunology, and Scripps Research. The Day Will Feature: - 25, 55, and 75-mile bike routes along a NEW scenic Torrey Pines coastline - A 10K run and family-friendly 5K walk/run - Four 50-minute spin classes - Live entertainment, family activities, a Team Village, and more Registration open through August 2. Learn more at: www.curebound.org Curebound on Facebook / Instagram

On a hot day join us for a cool event featuring top breweries, wineries, hard ciders/seltzers/kombuchas, and music. Proceeds support nonprofit organizations and causes. Don't miss the 14th annual Rancho BEERnardo Festival! Back by popular demand is our VIP Reception that will give you sixty minutes of early entrance, VIP parking, access to top brews, food, and other upgraded benefits. Music, delicious food choices, fun games, photobooths, and new this year: Mocktails! General Admission Brewery List - There will be plenty of beer-aficionados favorites! Alesmith Brewing Company is our partner in securing the best of the best. Water available for all guests and volunteers plus, there will be an array of food choices available for purchase. Not one but TWO bands! Par Avion will be kicking things off with a mix of rock, Latin, rock, and surf vibes followed by The Rubber Band, a locals favorite playing everything between pop and rock all-decades favorite hits. Ticket prices are $65 per person for General Admission and $90 per person for VIP experience. Designated driver tickets are available for $10 per person. Buy your tickets today! Last but not least, sorry, no children or pets due to insurance critieria. Rancho Bernardo Sunrise Rotary Club on Facebook

This was San Diego's first multi-jurisdictional quarantine, spanning from southern Orange County to northern San Diego County, in the San Onofre and Agra areas, including the northwest part of Camp Pendleton.

The announcement comes after voters narrowly passed Measure B in 2022, which helped repeal "The People's Ordinance" trash collection model and allowed the city to charge a monthly fee for solid trash pickup.