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For a month straight, San Diego’s gas prices have been steadily climbing. The average price for a gallon of gas Friday is $5.99 a gallon. But if state lawmakers agree to a proposal this week from California Gov. Gavin Newsom, car owners, transit riders and long-haul truck drivers could soon see some financial relief. Plus, a preview of Gounod’s grand opera “Roméo et Juliette,” based on Shakespeare's famous tale of star-crossed lovers, at the San Diego Opera. And, the Academy Awards are this weekend. KPBS arts reporter Beth Beth Accomando and Moviewallas podcaster Yazdi Pithavala discuss all things Oscars.

The retailer says it hired an outside firm to look into the claims against Mike Jeffries. It's a major test for a brand that's remaking its image for a socially conscious era.

The Greater San Diego Music Coterie, directed by Dr. Angela Yeung, presents two symphonic works inspired by Rome, Bizet’s Roma Symphony and Respighi’s Pini di Roma. Also selective arias from Donizetti's Don Pasquale with soprano Emily Ortlieb. All Saints Episcopal Church offers both indoor and outdoor seating. Make your reservation here to receive directions to free parking. Admission is free with free-will donation at the performance. Donation via Venmo, Zelle, or by check can be tax deductible. Visit here for more updates about this event.

Nominated for 3 categories in the San Diego Music Awards, Daring Greatly continues their residency at Old Town Blues Club on April 20, 2023. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. No food is served, nor is outside food permitted, so please plan accordingly. 21 and over only. There are no reservations. All tables seat 4. Sitting is all first come first served with no guarantee of sitting together as a group. We will do our best to accommodate. We advise that you arrive early. There are tickets for inside and outside seating at different price points. About Daring Greatly: Daring Greatly is a dynamic and accomplished band from Calgary, AB. Their unique fusion of classic and modern rock, with southern influences of country and pop has captivated audiences across the Western US and Canada for over eight years. Lead vocalists Patrick and Liam Croome's brotherly connection shines through their performances, and drummer Brayden Tario's long-time friendship with the brothers adds comfort and camaraderie. The band welcomed electric guitarist David Mills in 2019, adding a distinct California sound, and Matt Spatol on bass in 2021. Their 3 nominations in the 2023 San Diego Music Awards for "Best Rock Artist" “Best Rock Album - Gird Valley” & “Song of the Year - Never A Goodbye” reflects their devoted fanbase. The band draws inspiration from Brene Brown's writings and Theodore Roosevelt's "The Man in the Arena."

LGBTQ+ students at San Dieguito Union are calling for change after a district trustee and parents engaged in what they call “transphobic behavior” in a private Facebook group chat.

"Carmen Argote: Filtration System for a Process-based Practice" features a recent body of work by Los Angeles-based artist Carmen Argote (b. 1981, Guadalajara, MX), much of which was completed during the pandemic. Accomplished over a five-year period, six interwoven series navigate the artist's perennial walking practice, centering around Lincoln Park in East Los Angeles. Through sculpture, drawing, voice recordings, and actions, Argote playfully galumphs over boundaries between public and private, self and world, and human and non-human animal. On display June 4 through October 23, 2022 during museum hours. Thursday to Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Wednesday: Closed Location | Museum of Contemporary Art Downtown Get tickets here! Adults: $10 San Diego County and Tijuana Residents: $8 MCASD members: Free Military and their families with ID: Free People aged 17 and under: Free Adults aged 18–23: Free with Art Pass Membership SNAP/EBT Card Holder with card: Free For more information, please visit mcasd.org/exhibitions/carmen-argote-filtration-system-for-a-process-based-practice or call (858) 454-3541.

Nicks introduced "Stevie Barbie" at a concert on Sunday night, and preorders sold out the next day. The doll resembles Nicks in her Rumours era, with her signature flowy sleeves and platform boots.

Payday lenders argue that the CFPB's funding structure is unconstitutional because it's not funded by money appropriated by Congress. The argument threatens the existence of other agencies, too.

Students in the San Diego Unified School District either meeting or exceeding state standards in English language arts and mathematics declined by 4% and 7.4%.

With the Supreme Court chambers off-limits to cameras, Art Lien's sketches helped the public understand what it was like to hear arguments and decisions in the highest court of the land.