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Five years after George Floyd's death, NPR's Michel Martin talks with Toluse Olorunnipa and Robert Samuels, the Pulitzer Prize-winning authors of His Name is George Floyd.

Get ready to run for a cause! On Saturday, March 8, join the Mermaid Series, an inspiring race series uplifting and empowering women of all ages and capabilities, as they partner with San Diego-based nonprofit Fresh Start Surgical Gifts to help children in need. The Mermaid Series’ San Diego Half Marathon will take place at Tecolote South Shores in beautiful Mission Bay. Every registration donation directly funds surgeries for disadvantaged children, helping them heal, grow and thrive. Use code FRESHSTART when you register to receive an exclusive 10% off your entry. Lace up your running shoes, join us in making a difference and help us give children the fresh start they deserve! PACKET PICKUP We highly recommend you pick up your race packet PRIOR to race day! This is the best way to keep your race morning stress free and keep a smile on your face! Participants always ask if they can pick up their friends packet and YES, you can pick up a friends bib number and shirt provided you bring a copy (digital picture or photocopy) of their drivers license. (YOU MUST HAVE A COPY OF THEIR PHOTO ID, NO EXCEPTIONS) Thursday Location: Road Runners Sport Address: 5553 Copely Drive, San Diego Time: 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. You must have a photo ID in order to pick up your packet (Packets will not be available prior to 2:00 pm) Friday Location: Tecolote Shores Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. You must have a photo ID in order to pick up your packet (Packets will not be available prior to 11:00 a.m.) RACE DAY - Saturday Location: Tecolote Shores Time: 6 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. You must have a photo ID in order to pick up your packet **Bibs for the girls 1.5 mile dash will be available at Tecolote Shores until 9:45 am DIRECTIONS & PARKING The start and finish line is located at Tecolote Shores on the grass area adjacent to the Mission Bay Playground.There are several options for parking near Tecolote Shores. All the parking options are first come, first serve so we encourage you to arrive early. Next to the parking area is the approximate distance to the Start / Finish area. Parking on E. Mission Bay Drive: (0 to 1 mile) Street parking on E. Mission Bay Drive is available in front of Tecolote Shores and to the north of the Start / Finish area. These spaces are expected to fill up first. Note, the spaces in front of Tecolote Shores are "Back In Only" so please be careful when backing into the spots. Tecolote Shores North Parking Lot: (.1 mile) Lmited number of spaces at the Tecolote Shores North parking lot. Again, these will fill up quickly so if you are arriving after 6:15 am we anticipate this lot will be full. Playa Pacifica Parking Lot: (.5 mile) There are several parking areas at Playa Pacifica with approximately 150 spaces. Playa Pacifica North Parking Lot: (.9 mile) One of the larger parking lots with approximately 200 spaces. E. Mission Bay Dr, Just South of Clairemont Dr: (1.3 miles) Easy access from Hwy 5 and the Clairemont Dr Exit. Has approximately 80 spots E. Mission Bay Dr, Just North of Clairemont Dr: (1.5 miles) Easy access from Hwy 5 and the Clairemont Dr Exit. Has approximately 250 spots Sun Runner Parking Lot: (.5 miles) Dirt parking lot located to the South of Sea World Dr and E. Mission Bay Drive / Pacific Hwy. We recommend this as a backup lot only because it does not have defined parking spaces. We will have rows coned off for parking to help with the parking flow. Please reference this parking map. To get to the Start / Finish you will need to walk and cross over Sea World Drive and then follow E. Mission Bay Drive to the Start / Finish.

Experience the synergy of composer-performers Montgomery, Ysaÿe, and Dvořák, each intimately bound to the strings they played as they forged new frontiers. Jessie Montgomery Concerto Grosso Stefan Jackiw, violin solo; Nicholas Daniel, oboe, Noah Bendix-Balgley, Jake Shim*, violins; Kyle Armbrust, viola; Nicolas Altstaedt, cello, Anthony Manzo, bass; Stephanie Tang*, piano YSAŸE Sonata for Two Violins Vilde Frang, Stephan Waarts, violins DVOŘÁK Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. 81 Inon Barnatan, piano; Noah Bendix-Balgley, Stefan Jackiw, violins; Teng Li, viola, Alisa Weilerstein, cello Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/strung-together/ La Jolla Music Society on Instagram and Facebook

Bad Nerves is coming to Observatory North Park on May 20th, 2025 with special guests Spiritual Cramp and Blair Gun. Visit: https://concerts.livenation.com/event/0B0062381BF552E9 Bad Nerves on Instagram and Facebook

For years, residents in San Diego’s South Bay have had to deal with strong odors linked to an ongoing sewage crisis. County officials say it will get a bit worse before it gets better.

Trixie Mattel is coming to Observatory North Park with special guests Kaleena Zanders and Zareen on May 15th, 2025 Visit: https://concerts.livenation.com/solid-pink-disco-with-dj-trixie-san-diego-california-05-15-2025/event/0B00623FA4BF41E8 Trixie Mattel on Instagram

Comedy Night at Thorn Street Brewery & Happy Hour: Date: Friday, May 16 Time: Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Location: Thorn Street Brewery, 3176 Thorn St. A funny lineup of comedians! **SURPRISE HEADLINER** Get ready for a night of laughter, great drinks, and good vibes at Thorn Street Brewery! Whether you’re bringing a HOT date, your besties, or just yourself, this is the perfect spot to kick back and enjoy a fantastic comedy lineup. The lively atmosphere makes it easy to mingle before and after the show—so who knows, maybe you’ll leave with some new friends (or even a better date!). Happy Hour Highlights: - $7 beers - Tasty bites to pair with your brews Support your local comedy scene—tips for the talent are always appreciated (Venmo: @bananapeelcomedy). Mark your calendar, grab your crew, and don’t miss out on a night full of laughs and great company. We can’t wait to see you there! Banana Peel Productions on Instagram

Eight months after Hurricane Helene, communities in western North Carolina still see evidence of the storm's destruction. For many, the biggest problem remains finding an affordable place to live.

Tariffs in President Trump's first term did some damage to the local farming community.

This weekend in the arts: Avia Rose Ramm; LGBTQ+ dance performances; Cami Árboles; Shakespeare's "All's Well That Ends Well"; "Lottery Day"; Acoustic Evenings; North Park Music Fest; John Singletary; Artivál; Anne Mudge; and the SDPL Summer Reading Program.