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Note: Though this class is offered as part of the Novel Writing Certificate Program, there is no pre-requisite to join this class. All students, members, and nonmembers are encouraged to enroll. In this six week workshop, students will expand upon what they have learned about the key components of novel writing. The focus of this workshop will be on character development, scene building, narrative structure and the process of writing a first draft. Participants will be encouraged to submit a chapter of their work for peer review. Previous Novel Writing Certificate classes are recommended as a prerequisite. However, experienced/advanced writers may take this workshop with instructor approval. Note: There will be no class on Saturday, August 16. Thank you for your understanding! San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Richardson, a former president at Baltimore's Morgan State University, led a lawsuit that ended in a historic settlement for four historically Black colleges and universities in Maryland. He was 81.

For the 2025 NPR Student Podcast Challenge, we've listened to nearly 2,000 entries from around the U.S., and narrowed them down to 11 middle school and 10 high school finalists.

Investors are worried about the ongoing trade war — and rethinking the safety and soundness of U.S. government debt.

Investors, businesses and consumers all seem terrified of how President Trump's tariffs could upend the global economy.

The 31st Annual La Mesa Classic Car Show & Live Music Event rolls into downtown La Mesa beginning June 5, 2025 - August 28 every Thursday from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Visitors can stroll down La Mesa Blvd. to see beautiful classic cars, trucks, and vans (located between 4th St. - Spring St.) and listen to live music every week from local bands that play atop the iconic La Mesa Lumber truck "stage" located at 3rd & La Mesa Blvd. + a DJ, also from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.! This is a FREE, family-friendly community event! Come out and celebrate summer with family & friends. And, be sure to dine, shop & explore all that La Mesa Village has to offer while you're here! 2025 Live Music Schedule: June 5: The Farmers June 12: Ron's Garage Band June 19: The Tourmaliners June 26: Love is a Rose July 3: Blame Betty July 10: Santana Soul July 17: Private Domain July 24: Chickenbone Slim July 31: The Farmers August 7: June & Johns Rockin Country Caravan August 14: Zeelund August 21: That Beatles Cover Band August 28: 80z All Stars How to Participate in the Car Show? Want to show off your classic car, truck or van at the La Mesa Classic Car Show this summer? Simply drive down to La Mesa Blvd. and park in one of the designated parking spots between 4th St. - Spring St. There is no registration or fee required. The Car Show is from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. every Thursday, 6/5/25 - 8/28/25. You can arrive anytime you like. Thank you in advance for your support of this year's Classic Car Show! La Mesa Village Association on Facebook / Instagram

Google, Microsoft, Adobe and IBM will offer AI-related tools to California’s schools and universities in an effort to prepare the state’s students for a changing economy.

After a couple extremely slow years, more inventory is finally hitting the market this spring. But buyers might be put off by high prices and an unsteady economy.

So you’ve finished writing your novel — what next? What do published novelists do between that raw first draft and the final manuscript to make their plots sizzle and their prose sing? The key lies in reworking your manuscript until your writing jumps off of the page. If you have completed the first draft of a novel, this workshop will help you develop skills to shape your plot for maximum dramatic impact and give life and texture to characters, dialogue, and setting. Note: There will be no class on Saturday, October 4. Thank you for your understanding! Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/certificates-wrkshps/2025-09-20-novel-v-with-rich-farrell/ SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

For years, disabled passengers have complained about Amtrak and its poor service — that it's too hard for them to ride the train. A new federal report looks at its efforts to get better.