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Mariam Mohammed says her younger son died when she could not get treatment for him at a U.S.-funded clinic that had temporarily closed. Researchers say there are many thousands of cases like his.

DOGE's push to cut some federal surveys conducted by the Census Bureau may be duplicating a White House agency's oversight work and weaken U.S. data infrastructure, experts warn.

The United Italian American Association is holding its first American Italian Day Celebration on Oct. 19, 2024 from 5:30 - 11 p.m. at the Doubletree Hotel in Little Italy, 1646 Front Street, San Diego, California, 92101. Highlights include an evening of dining, music, dancing, a raffle, and the selection and crowning of an Italian American Queen. San Diego’s Third District Councilmember, Stephen Whitburn will present the Proclamation of American Italian Heritage Weekend. The cost is $100. RSVP by October 12 to Jerry Balistreri, jbsdfs@att.net or 619-583-0400.

A new collection of essays by New Yorker writer Evan Osnos, The Haves and Have-Yachts, provides rich research and material for the conversation about extreme wealth in America today.

Medicaid plays a vital role in many rural communities that favored President Trump in the 2024 election. But residents still seem open to Republican plans to cut perceived waste in the program.

LAPD said while the protests have mostly been peaceful, some violence has occurred. Though, several officials have rebuffed the president's intervention, saying they have it handled.

Less than half of those displaced received money from the San Diego Housing Commission to help secure new housing or get back into their homes.

Black Mirror season 7 is out now on Netflix. Charlie Brooker, the show's creator, says he's "worrying in what I hope is an entertaining way" in an interview with NPR's A Martínez.

Seller has been a key behind-the-scenes figure for some of Broadway's biggest hits including, Hamilton and Rent, but he got his start on a much smaller scale. He looks back in a new memoir.

America's Finest City Half Marathon is one of San Diego's fastest and most scenic half marathons. Run from the Cabrillo National Monument atop the tip of Point Loma, along San Diego Bay, Harbor Island, Embarcadero, past the Star of India, through downtown San Diego to an unforgettable finish in historic Balboa Park. America's Finest City Half Marathon and 5K is a part of In Motion Events' San Diego Foundation SoCal Triple Crown race series, which also includes the Carlsbad Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K, and the GOVX San Diego Half Marathon and 5K. This trio offers a variety of courses and scenery throughout San Diego, providing athletes with a fun and unique running experience in distinct parts of the city and county. Athletes who participate in each race in the same calendar year, no matter the distance they participate in, will be awarded a San Diego Foundation SoCal Triple Crown medal to celebrate their accomplishment of completing the race series. Runners simply register for all three events separately, no additional registration or fee is required to qualify for the San Diego Foundation SoCal Triple Crown finisher award. We offer a 10% military discount to active duty service members. Make sure to answer the questions about military service during registration to receive the discount instructions. Benefiting the Community Since its inception in 1978, The America's Finest City Half Marathon has helped raise important funds for national and local non-profit organizations. The event's primary beneficiaries are the Cabrillo National Monument Foundation and Friends of Balboa Park. The AFC Half Marathon also provides the opportunity for other local charities to raise funds through their association with the event. Packet Pickup Friday, August 15, 2025: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, August 16, 2025: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina, 1380 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101 Race Times Sunday, August 17, 2025 6:10 a.m.: 5K start time 6:15 a.m.: Half Marathon start time Participant Perks Technical fabric short-sleeve shirt Gorgeous finisher medal Souvenir reusable grocery bag A one-day pass to the invite-only Carlsbad Columbia Sportswear Employee Store Finisher food bag featuring refueling foods Complimentary beer in the post-race beer garden And much more! Course Amenities Water and restrooms will be available throughout the course. Electrolytes will also be available at select stations. Course Restrictions Strollers are not allowed in the half marathon, due to a steep downhill on the half marathon course. Strollers are allowed in the 5K but must line up at the back of the pack at the start line. Dogs are not allowed to participate in the race - we ask that you leave your four-legged friends at home. Awards Awards will be available for pick-up on race day. Post-Race Celebration Both the half marathon and 5K finish at Balboa Park, where finishers can relax, celebrate and reunite with loved ones. Post-race festivities include a DJ, refreshments, and a beer garden for participants aged 21 and older with proper ID. Visit: https://raceroster.com/events/2025/94738/americas-finest-city-half-marathon-and-5k