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Sept. 16 - Sept. 21 Cameron Mackintosh presents the acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, "Les Misérables." This brilliant staging has taken the world by storm and has been hailed as “Les Mis for the 21st Century” (Huffington Post), “a reborn dream of a production” (Daily Telegraph) and “one of the greatest musicals ever created” (Chicago Tribune). Set against the backdrop of 19th century France, "Les Misérables" tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption – a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. This epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history. The magnificent score of "Les Misérables " includes the songs “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More,” “Master of the House” and many more. Seen by over 130 million people worldwide in 53 countries and 22 languages, "Les Misérables" is undisputedly one of the world’s most popular musicals. Broadway San Diego website / Instagram / Facebook Touring production of Les Misérables website / Instagram

According to the American Library Association, 2024 saw 821 attempts to censor library materials and services, with 2,452 unique titles challenged. While these numbers are lower than 2023, they continue to exceed those prior to 2020. This year, ALA has named award-winning actor and civil rights activist George Takei as honorary chair of Banned Books Week.

In an extraordinary Sunday night hearing, federal District Judge Karin Immergut temporarily blocked the Trump administration from deploying federalized troops from any state to Oregon.

Illinois asked a judge to block the Trump administration from federalizing the Illinois National Guard and from sending Guard members from other states, but the judge declined to do so, for now.

Camino Books welcomes award-winning author Shobha Rao for a discussion and signing of her novel "Indian Country" on Thursday, August 14 at 6 p.m., on the Pacific Breeze Cafe Deck at Del Mar Plaza. Joining Rao in conversation will be Jason Blitman, who hosts the podcast "Gays Reading." "Indian Country" follows a newly arranged married couple’s journey from India to Montana, and their firsthand experiences enduring colonialism and racism in the American West. Rao, who moved to the United States at age seven, is also the author of the short story collection, "An Unrestored Woman," and the novel, "Girls Burn Brighter." Rao is also the winner of the Katherine Anne Porter Prize in Fiction and was a Grace Paley Teaching Fellow at The New School. The event is free and open to the public. Reserved seating is limited, but guests can purchase a signed copy of the book in exchange for one seat. For more details and to reserve a seat, visit https://caminobks.com/event/2025-08-14/shobha-rao-indian-country. Camino Books on Facebook / Instagram

Over the weekend crews were able to completely contain the Hawick Fire in East San Diego County; nearby, the Monte Fire has burned 1,051 acres, however containment lines are 90% complete.

Note: Week 1 and 2 are sold out Gaslamp Urban Pickleball is making history as San Diego’s first-ever urban pickleball court, set right in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter in Downtown San Diego. From August 21 through September 25, 5th Avenue transforms every Thursday into a vibrant, open-air pickleball playground—complete with live DJs, street-style matches, a game day market, and paddle hour specials at nearby hotspots. Whether guests are seasoned pros or first-time players, everyone’s welcome to rally, vibe, and experience the energy of pickleball in downtown San Diego like never before. What to Expect: $25 to play Pre-register or walk-up day-of Bring your own gear or rent onsite (limited supply available) Weekly Spin to Win prizes with pickleball gear + gift cards to your favorite Gaslamp spots Registered players get access to exclusive drink specials at participating bars and restaurants

Gardeners say they were told they have 60 days to vacate the property. Many whose livelihoods depend on the garden say they don’t know where to go.

Maryland Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen says the law doesn't give President Trump more power to fire people during a shutdown and White House plans to do so are "vindictive."

Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell and Shimon Sakaguchi were honored for research into how the body helps the immune system avoid attacking your own tissues instead of foreign invaders.