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Plants have a broad range of defenses that enable them to survive being attacked by other life forms. Some of these defenses can be toxic to various animals, including humans. Conversely, plants have also served as the basis of 70%-80% of beneficial pharmaceuticals. This tour highlights Balboa Park’s many examples of plants to treat with caution. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the second Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10:00 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Walks last 1.5 to 2 hours and are typically less than 1 mile on level terrain. It is advised that potential attendees contact the Balboa Park Visitors Center prior to the scheduled walk to determine if there are any last-minute changes or cancellations to the tours. Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Board members openly clashed with the audience during the meeting and at one point walked out after refusing to consider a resolution affirming protections of immigrants.

Come celebrate the opening night of the Solento Surf Festival Art Exhibit and check out works from Andy Davis and more. With works from multiple artists across different mediums, live music, food and drinks the SSF art exhibit will bridge the gap of traditional surf culture and art. Solento Surf Festival on Instagram

The "Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History" order removes "divisive, race-centered ideology" from Smithsonian museums, educational and research centers, and the National Zoo.

Rains continue throughout San Diego and the flood advisory in effect, some Southcrest residents said they don't know how to feel.

Destin Conrad went from teen social media star to a musician touring the world on some of its biggest stages. In 2025, he put out both an R&B and jazz album and earned his first Grammy nomination.

Swift's 12th studio album returns to her pop roots, with lots of love-struck lyrics and upbeat melodies. But it's also a warning about the darker side of an industry she has battled — and bested.

San Diego Potters' Guild members show their favorite recently fired new pots. With nearly forty juried members exhibiting there'll be many exceptional, unusual, innovative pieces on view. Members work in a variety of styles, use different clays and shapes. They have a wealth of artistic choices to accomplish clay work of high craftsmanship and beauty. About: The guild is a juried membership of more than 40 potters from San Diego, California. We are located in Balboa Park's historic Spanish Village, at Studio 29, where members make and sell their creations directly to the public. The gallery features a large and varied display of work from all our members and is refreshed periodically. The studio offers also a working space for our members. Every day, one of the guild members can be found working at the wheel, handbuilding, or preparing for a firing. We invite you to come visit us and discover one of the best spots for ceramic work in San Diego! San Diego Potters' Guild on Facebook / Instagram

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is calling for a special election on Nov. 4 to introduce new U.S. House maps. The goal is to win more Democratic seats. This move responds to Republican efforts to gain five seats in Texas.

President Trump announced the removal of U.S. tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruits and other commodities amid pressure to address high consumer prices.