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The California Supreme Court ruled that cities can’t make taxpayers complete extra procedures, handing Marathon Petroleum a win in its tax battle with Carson.

Playwright Mat Smart goes from DNA New Works to world premiere with "A Black-Billed Cuckoo," which explores grief and birding.

Fairmont Grand Del Mar kicks off the San Diego Food + Wine Festival with its fourth annual Día de Muertos Gala on Sunday, November 1. Honoring Chef José Andrés of World Central Kitchen, the reception-style evening brings together Michelin-starred and acclaimed chefs, including Javier Plascencia, Roberto Alcocer, Drew Deckman, and Esteban Lluis, alongside fine wines, premium spirits, live entertainment, and Mexican cultural traditions. The VIP Cocktail Reception begins at 5:00 p.m. on Solana Terrace, with General Admission at 6:30 p.m. at Grand Social. All proceeds benefit Fundación Tijuana Sin Hambre, which provides more than one million meals each year to people facing food insecurity in Tijuana. Fairmont Hotels on Facebook/Instagram

It’s that time of year again, and with it come many ways to celebrate Día de Muertos. Here’s a list of places you can visit this year in San Diego County.

San Diego International Film Festival | October 17–18, 2026 Celebrate the final weekend of the San Diego International Film Festival’s 25th anniversary with two days of incredible cinema, inspiring storytelling, exclusive experiences, and unforgettable celebrations! Saturday, October 17 | Films & 25 Years After Dark Film Screenings & Fest Lounge: AMC UTC 14, Westfield UTC, 4425 La Jolla Village Drive, Suite H-60, San Diego, CA 92122. Spend the day discovering independent films, studio premieres, powerful documentaries, award-winning shorts, and engaging filmmaker Q&As and panels at AMC UTC 14 at Westfield UTC in La Jolla. Take a break between screenings at the Fest Lounge, where you can connect with filmmakers and fellow film lovers over drinks, light bites, music, and conversation. As evening arrives, head to the iconic Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach for 25 Years After Dark! Belly Up Tavern: 143 S. Cedros Avenue, Solana Beach, CA 92075. The celebration kicks off at 8 p.m. with DJ PJ da DJ and dancing, followed by the Filmmaker Awards at 9 p.m. and live music from The Mustache Bash Band around 9:30 p.m. Get ready for a high-energy night celebrating 25 years of cinema, creativity, and community! Sunday, October 18 | Culinary Cinema & Festival Finale Culinary Cinema, Film Screenings & Fest Lounge: AMC UTC 14, Westfield UTC, 4425 La Jolla Village Drive, Suite H-60, San Diego, CA 92122. Close out the festival with Culinary Cinema, a signature experience bringing together the best of food and film. Start your Sunday with breakfast bites and coffee before enjoying Feast or Famine, a documentary exploring the pursuit of culinary excellence and Michelin-starred recognition. Screenings are scheduled for 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., with chef-inspired tastings immediately afterward. Continue the celebration in the Fest Lounge with delicious dishes created by local chefs, wine, beer, cocktails, and great company. Sunday also features a final lineup of independent films, documentaries, shorts, and opportunities to experience the stories and creative voices that make this festival so special. Two days of cinema, culture, music, food, and connection — the perfect way to celebrate 25 years of the San Diego International Film Festival! Explore the full schedule, passes, and tickets at sdfilmfest.com Screenings and events are subject to availability. Advance reservations may be required. San Diego International Film Festival on Facebook/Instagram

La Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores indicó el martes en un comunicado que la embajada de México en Estados Unidos y sus consulados presentaron solicitudes ante las fiscalías estatales competentes, pero no ofreció detalles.

Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 8 p.m. Gallagher Square at Petco Park 100 Park Blvd. San Diego, CA 92101 Get ready for an unforgettable night of alternative R&B, funk, soul and genre-bending pop when Steve Lacy brings his Oh Yeah? Tour to Gallagher Square at Petco Park. The Compton-born singer, songwriter, producer and guitarist is known for his distinctive sound, hypnotic melodies and effortlessly cool stage presence. Lacy’s music blends psychedelic soul, indie rock, funk and modern R&B, creating a live experience that feels both intimate and expansive. Fans can expect a high-energy performance featuring songs from across Lacy’s catalog, including fan favorites and music from his latest album, Oh Yeah? The San Diego stop offers audiences the chance to see one of contemporary music’s most inventive artists perform under the lights at one of the city’s most iconic venues. The concert begins at 8 p.m. on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at Gallagher Square at Petco Park.

El Tribunal de Apelaciones del Noveno Circuito falló en contra de la política del gobierno de Trump de negar audiencias de fianza a la mayoría de los inmigrantes indocumentados detenidos dentro de los Estados Unidos.

Mexican poet and Nobel laureate Octavio Paz says poetry makes real “the unspoken, the spirit, the soul.” Tijuana is proudly continuing that tradition with a national poetry prize and the window for submissions is now open.

The California Legislature’s secretive earmark process allows lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom to dole out money for projects with little public scrutiny or notice, raising transparency and equity concerns even among some lawmakers.