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The U visa program was created to both help law enforcement solve crimes and protect the immigrant crime victims reporting them. But it puts applicants in limbo for years, unable to work legally.

A federal judge has decided the disgraced former CEO of the cryptocurency exchange should be sent to jail as he awaits trial on fraud charges.

NPR gained rare access to parts of Syria after last month's devastating earthquakes, photographing what life is like for people who were already coping with a years-long civil war.

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria’s “Home for All of Us” plan will build on the city’s effort to make more construction possible in developed areas of the city and makes it easier for employers to develop employee housing. Plus, the Sheriff's Department promoted Theresa Adams-Hydar, a 27-year veteran of the department, to oversee county jails. Also, with the number of unsheltered people growing in San Diego, some city leaders are contemplating changing conservatorship laws to get more people off the streets and into treatment programs for various mental health issues. Meanwhile, the first years of a child’s life can set the course for a lifetime. San Diego’s “First 5 first steps” program can enroll 100 more families in the South Bay. And, San Diego is in the midst of a record-breaking heat wave. When will we see temperature returning to normal? Finally, reimagining how we eat to support food justice is the subject of a new book called “The Spirit of Soul Food: Race, Faith And Food” by USD professor of theology and religious studies Christopher Carter.

San Diego leaders are pushing a proposal that would make it illegal to live in a tent virtually anywhere in city limits. But many still have nowhere to go.

Borrego Art Institute's 17th Annual Plein Air Invitational -- Plein Air starts with a weeklong event, March 6-11, featuring 13 invited artists to paint en plein air culminating in a judging of work and awards. Work will continue to hang in the gallery through April 2. Reception and awards to be held March 11, 2023 from 3-5 p.m. at the BAI Gallery. Invited Artists Include: ‣ Geoffrey Allen, Encinitas, CA ‣ Richard Boyer, Salt Lake City, UT ‣ Kevin Davidson, Orange, CA ‣ Natasha Isenhour, Socorro, NM ‣ Ryan Jensen, Blue Lake, CA ‣ Margaret Larlham, San Diego, CA ‣ Jason Lee, Yorba Linda, CA ‣ Joe Mancuso, Torrance, CA ‣ Patti McGeeney, Del Mar, CA ‣ Robin Purcell, Carlsbad, CA ‣ Stephen Stauffer, Murray, UT ‣ Toni Williams, Carlsbad, CA ‣ Jim Wodark, Orange, CA Click here to check out last years winners!

We know all about courtship in the human world, but what is it like in the animal kingdom? How does a porcupine attract a potential mate? And what do alligators do? The Love is in the Air Valentine’s tours at Wild Wonders will provide you and your special someone with a fun, entertaining, and very memorable glimpse into what love looks like in the wild. In this one hour tour, one of our keeper / educators will act as your private guide, and share the tactics and secrets animals use to find and attract Mr. or Ms. Right. You might want to take notes! These special tours are offered only on Saturday, February 11, and Sunday, February 12. Tours are offered at 10 a.m., Noon, and 2 p.m. There are a limited number of tours available, so sign up early to avoid disappointment. The price for the tour is $285 for up to 4 adults. Tickets and more information is available at: https://wildwonders.org/valentines-day-tours/ Wild Wonders on Facebook / Twitter

In a wide-ranging interview, Ford's CEO shares his thoughts about his company's ramp-up in electric cars and the state of charging. (He's very happy about that Tesla deal, too.)

Police chief says the lack of communication and victims' difficulty to get to shelters is making it difficult to get an accurate count of the missing after fires that killed at least 80 people.

The Brick Hotel is a ten-room boutique hotel in Downtown Oceanside, offering an ultra-private space to allow you a safe, positive journey towards self-improvement. Women with pure and positive intentions are invited to attend either a 1- or 2-day retreat from Sunday, February 19 to Tuesday, February 21! Accommodations for those attending the two-day retreat will include two nights at The Brick Hotel, easy access to Cococabana Rooftop where the private retreat is held, daily workshops and activities, and a retreat gift bag. Guests attending only the one-day retreat will enjoy Monday’s activities, workshops, and tasty vegan meals. A full day of growth and clarity will include yoga and meditation, sound healing, breathwork, manifestation, downtime to reflect and journal, workshops on connecting to your higher self, and dance movement therapy. Whether you're just starting on your wellness journey or a seasoned spiritual junkie, Beauty from Within and The Brick Hotel invites you to ignite your beauty and self-love from within! Join them on Presidents’ weekend and gain the tools you need to grow and glow this year!