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The number of people killed in state-sanctioned executions worldwide rose to a 44-year high in 2025, according to a new report from Amnesty International.

Ted Sperling, conductor Morgan James, vocals Bryonha Marie, vocals Noah J. Ricketts, vocals San Diego Symphony Orchestra One unforgettable summer. A movement that shaped a generation. Experience the spirit of 1969 as we celebrate the groundbreaking music of the Woodstock Festival and the Harlem Cultural Festival in a powerful concert that brings era-defining anthems back to life. Bold, rebellious, and deeply human, this music became the heartbeat of the nation. From soul-stirring ballads to electrifying guitar riffs – blending rock, funk, and soul – award-winning vocalists join the San Diego Symphony Orchestra for an evening that honors a time of peace, love, and seriously great music... tie-dye optional, good vibes guaranteed. San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram

The Neil Good Day Center offers bathrooms, laundry, storage and mail services to homeless San Diegans during the day.

The University of Nebraska is home to the only federally funded quarantine unit in the U.S. and a separate biocontainment unit that can treat people exposed to infectious diseases.

Join us for a creative, hands-on workshop at the River Center at Grant Park. During this needle-felting workshop, you’ll create your own felted bat to take home while learning fun facts about Big Brown Bats and their vital role in keeping our river ecosystem healthy. Participants will also have the opportunity to take their new Bat Buddy on a guided Bat Walk, where you’ll learn how bats support the health of the San Diego River and surrounding communities. A separate sign-up will be available for the evening Bat Walk to see and hear bats along the river. Needle Felting Workshop (Ages 8+)
This workshop is recommended for children who enjoy crafts, can follow instructions, stay engaged, and have the patience to complete a structured project. Register here: https://sandiegoriver.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1210787 The San Diego River Park Foundation on Facebook / Instagram

The World Health Organization top official has expressed concern over the rapid spread of a rare type of Ebola in Congo. Authorities have reported at least 134 suspected deaths and over 500 cases.

First, we’ll tell you why San Diego County is planning to sue the Department of Homeland Security. Then, dozens of employees at San Diego Unified could be laid off at the end of the school year. Also, Lemon Grove community members are marking the anniversary of one of America’s first successful desegregation court cases. And, a new soccer park is coming to San Diego ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Plus, we tell you how one organization is expanding what’s considered to be art worth protecting. Lastly, director Maggie Gyllenhaal reimagines Frankenstein by centering the bride.

A gothic horror tale, a creepy science-fiction romp, a sweeping romance, an intergenerational saga, a book about birds — here are the fiction and nonfiction our critics are most looking forward to.

Viva La Raza: Reflections on San Diego’s Chican@ Movement is a multigenerational exhibition presented by The Woo in collaboration with Subcultura Curation in Barrio Logan, one of San Diego’s recognized cultural districts. Opening Saturday, April 11, 2026, the exhibition is inspired by the resistance, cultural pride, and community movement surrounding Chicano Park Day (April 25) and will be on view throughout that weekend. Through visual art, archival materials, photography, and storytelling, "Viva La Raza" brings together multiple perspectives reflecting the history, culture, and creative spirit of San Diego’s Chican@ community. The exhibition features Aztlan Archives as a central historical anchor, a focus on the Queer Chicanx experience in collaboration with Lambda Archives of San Diego, a community-led photography exhibition by Manuel Ceniceros and "All For Logan," and a solo presentation of new works by BRISK ONE. Together, these elements highlight both the legacy and ongoing evolution of the movement in San Diego. The exhibition offers visitors an opportunity to reflect on the histories, cultural contributions, and creative expressions that continue to define and inspire the region today. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Burn All Books faces its third rent hike in three years and is searching for a new location.