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The Secretary of the Navy had conversations at Camp Pendleton during a visit last week about "commercial leasing opportunities," his spokesperson told KPBS.

Sarah Mullally has been named as the new Archbishop of Canterbury, becoming the first woman to be chosen to lead the world's 85 million Anglicans.

California’s excise tax on legal weed is increasing, despite efforts to keep it lower to help the struggling industry. Lawmakers left it out of the state budget they passed Monday.

A federal EV tax credit worth up to $7,500 ends Sept. 30. But the IRS has just clarified that shoppers don't need to actually have the keys in hand by the deadline to get the credit.

BUSINESS LAUNCHPAD Entrepreneurship Workshop March 28-29, 2025 | Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Potential! Join us for an intensive, hands-on experience designed to equip aspiring and current business owners with the skills to thrive in today’s market. Learn from expert faculty, seasoned entrepreneurs, and industry leaders while gaining practical knowledge to launch and grow your business. Event Details: When: Friday, March 28 | 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. PST (Networking Dinner) Saturday, March 29 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. PST (Workshops & Training) Where: National University, 9980 Carroll Canyon Rd, San Diego, CA 92131 Friday, March 28 | 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Networking Dinner & Social Interaction (Dinner provided) • Connect with entrepreneurs and business professionals. • Gain insights into effective networking strategies. • Discuss business opportunities and challenges. • Outline personal workshop goals. Saturday, March 29 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Business LaunchPad Workshops (Breakfast & Lunch provided) Morning Session (9 a.m. – Noon) Keynote Speaker: Dr. Rickard Briggs • Discover new business opportunities and trends. • Develop branding, marketing, and leadership skills. • Learn strategies for launching and scaling a business. Afternoon Workshops (1 p.m. – 5 p.m.) Workshop 1: Business Set-Up – Led by Dr. Rickard Briggs • Register & structure your business for FREE (a $1500 value!) • Step-by-step guidance on LLC formation, tax requirements, and compliance. • Open a business bank account and understand insurance needs. Additional Workshops (TBD): • Dr. Aaron Brown • Dr. Chris Agada • Dr. Melody Rawlings Why Attend? Gain essential problem-solving & leadership skills Access hands-on training from industry experts Expand your professional network Learn to launch a business with minimal financial barriers Fast-track your entrepreneurial journey in a compact, intensive format Cost & Registration FREE – Sponsored by National University & COBET Register Online: www.nu.tradewing.com Contact Us: Dr. Rickard Briggs | Rbriggs3@nu.edu CBEM | CBEM@nu.edu Don’t miss this opportunity to turn your business ideas into reality! Join us at National University for two days of learning, networking, and entrepreneurial growth. Register Today!

Some food trucks, farmers markets and small restaurants are temporarily closed, while others are shielding workers and raising funds to help.

Join us for a festival of three short film documentaries that grew from education and outreach programs at New Village Arts Theatre. The upcoming screening is Saturday, May 17, 2 p.m. at Digital Gym Cinema (1100 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101) Featured Documentaries: "The Mosleys: Love for the Ages" by Anthony Golden Jr A documentary that revolves around the filmmaker’s grandparents and their 77 years of marriage. It starts at his grandfather and grandmother’s first meeting and ends with his grandfather celebrating his 100th birthday, with his 9 kids, 19 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild. "What Would You Say? (If You Had A Song To Sing)" by filmmaker Joshua Hill Highlights the importance of music to Hill’s late father, who was diagnosed with dementia in 2020. A special highlight will be Hill performing one of his original songs inspired by dementia caregiving at the events! "Extraordinary Character" by Alex Astrella and BluStar Productions This world premiere follows our Mainstage Players as they perform a school tour of an original adaptation of Janell Cannon’s beloved "Stellaluna." Details/tix here: https://newvillagearts.org/event/film-festival-san-diego/\ New Village Arts on Facebook / Instagram

KPBS's Budget Challenge drew thousands of participants who overwhelmingly supported raising the cannabis business tax. But experts warn that this move may not yield expected results due to competition from the illicit market and other factors.

World Photography Day is Aug. 19. To celebrate this day that recognizes the significance of pictures, NPR asked readers and listeners to share the story behind their favorite photos they have taken.

San Diego’s biggest vegan night market. Presented by Viridian Productions and hosted at AleSmith Brewing Company on the 1st Friday of every month. Family-Friendly | Dogs Allowed | Music & Games Indulge in an epic assortment of eats and treats, including Pizza, Burgers, Sushi, Donuts, Chick’n Sandwiches, Dumplings, Loaded Fries, Gyros, Tamales, Wings, Noodles, Cookies, Empanadas and so much more. In between bites, shop a curated selection of local products, crafts and services. The San Diego Vegan Night Market is located at AleSmith Brewing Company, an expansive indoor and outdoor venue that features several seating areas, fire pits, golf simulators, ax throwing and games. It’s the perfect spot to gather and share food, drinks and good times. Stop by the A Way Home For Dogs booth to meet adoptable pups and to learn about fostering and other volunteer opportunities. This is a rain or shine event. PARKING: There is a free parking lot onsite and free street parking nearby. Vegan Food Popup Events by Viridian Productions are free monthly markets that showcase the best plant-based food in SoCal, featuring a rotating lineup of diverse vendors from San Diego, Orange County and LA. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/san-diego-vegan-night-market-tickets-1296301214829 Vegan Food Popup Markets on Instagram and Facebook