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Join us for an inspiring afternoon with Pyet DeSpain, winner of Gordon Ramsay’s Next Level Chef and author of the debut cookbook "Rooted in Fire: A Celebration of Native American and Mexican Cooking." Pyet will share how her heritage infuses every recipe with tradition, resilience, and deep respect for the earth, weaving together stories, flavors, and ancestral wisdom. DeSpain won't be the only award winning chef in attendance at this event as she will be in conversation with Masterchef winner Claudia Sandoval! This event is free and open to the public. Seating is first-come, first-served, subject to availability. Limited preferred seating is available with purchase of "Rooted in Fire: A Celebration of Native American and Mexican Cooking" through Adventure's by the Book. Please visit https://adventuresbythebook.com/calendar-event/despain-pyet-11-22-25/ for more information. Pyet Despain on YouTube / Instagram

Parks and Recreation Trivia Night at The Duck Dive Date: Wednesday, July 30 Time: 8 p.m. Location: The Duck Dive, Pacific Beach, San Diego Treat yo’ self to a night of laughs, Leslie Knope-level energy, and Parks & Rec-themed fun at The Duck Dive! Join us for a trivia showdown that celebrates your favorite Pawnee crew—from waffles and binders to Duke Silver and Lil Sebastian. What to Expect: - Drink Specials - Themed Prizes - Music & trivia from your favorite Parks & Rec episodes - Good times with fellow Knope-heads Tickets: Available now on Eventbrite! To be seated with friends, please call after purchasing your tickets to make a reservation. Costumes & deep-cut references highly encouraged. Clear your schedule—this is gonna be literally the best night ever. The Duck Dive on Facebook / Instagram

This weekend in the arts: "What Goes Up Must Come Down" at The Hill Street Country Club; Jason Magabo Perez's "SDPF2024: Coda"; Welcome Tu Las Californias Festival; Charles Glaubitz; San Diego Dance Theater; plus live music and more.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth briefed lawmakers Wednesday on a threefold process for Venezuela's future.

The Vatican returned 62 artifacts to Indigenous peoples from Canada, a historic restitution that is part of the Catholic Church's reckoning with its role in helping suppress Indigenous culture.

Technology allowed the U.S. and Israel to kill Iran's Supreme Leader, but raised longstanding questions about whether the U.S. as a democracy should be assassinating foreign leaders.

Rafael Payare and the San Diego Symphony Orchestra open the fifth summer season at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park with a delectable program fitting of the occasion. The evening opens with "Ginastera’s Four Dances" from Estancia, the final dance being the spirited “Malambo.” Wynton Marsalis – one of the greatest and most celebrated trumpet musicians of all time – created a trumpet concerto that will receive its San Diego debut, at the hands of trumpet extraordinaire Paul Merkelo. Dukas’ "The Sorcerer’s Apprentice" conjures the excitement and magic made famous by Disney’s Fantasia, and Debussy’s "La mer" brings a beautiful ode to the sea, a perfect selection for the waterfront venue. - Rafael Payare, conductor - Paul Merkelo, trumpet - San Diego Symphony Orchestra - Ginastera: "Four Dances from Estancia" - Wynton Marsalis: "Trumpet Concerto" - Dukas: "The Sorcerer’s Apprentice" - Debussy: "La mer" San Diego Symphony on Facebook / Instagram The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park on Facebook / Instagram

LINKSD is San Diego’s homegrown open mic series dedicated to amplifying local voices through music, poetry, storytelling, and community connection. Hosted by Events producer and local community builder Jordan kai LINKSD is Designed as a culture-forward creative space, LINKSD brings together emerging artists, established performers, and community members for an evening of expression, vulnerability, and collaboration. Each event features curated performances, live music, vendors, and a welcoming environment where artists can grow, connect, and be seen. LINKSD champions artistic experimentation, cross-genre creativity, and the belief that community spaces should be accessible, inclusive, and rooted in intention. Born in the heart of San Diego’s creative scene, LINKSD has become a hub for musicians, poets, DJs, vocalists, and visual artists—an anchor event where culture is shared, relationships are built, and new talent emerges. LINKSD is not just an open mic. It’s a gathering point, a creative ecosystem, and a movement dedicated to uplifting the voices of our city. WE ARE HERE NOW SD on Instagram

A less severe heat advisory will be in effect from 10 a.m. Wednesday through 8 p.m. Friday for San Diego County mountains, with highs in the 90s possible below 4,500 feet and into the 80s at higher elevations.

For 24 hours, it was unclear which mental health and addiction programs would survive and who would still have jobs when the dust settled.