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Estados Unidos y México han firmado un acuerdo que detalla pasos específicos y un nuevo cronograma para resolver el persistente problema del río Tijuana, el cual vierte aguas residuales a través de la frontera y contamina las playas de California, anunciaron funcionarios de ambos países el jueves.

Celebrate the grand opening of A Lo Fresco, a new fast-casual restaurant opening at North City, the vibrant mixed-use development in the heart of San Marcos. The first 50 guests will receive a free bowl, and the next 150 will receive a free juice during the all-day celebration. Founded by Olga Saldivar and Emilio Herrera, A Lo Fresco offers fresh, globally inspired, health-forward meals influenced by the couple’s travels through Mexico, Miami, Peru, and Korea. The menu includes signature bowls, wraps, hot burritos, organic sourdough toasts, cold-pressed juices, and smoothies made with nutrient-rich ingredients. Guests can also enjoy A Lo Fresco’s meal prep and catering services, designed to bring global flavor and wellness into everyday routines and events. North City is for everyone, everyday. The vibrant community offers a curated collection of housing, shopping, dining, offices, public art, family entertainment, community events, and everything in between. Come visit and enjoy a diverse retail mix, including Buona Forchetta, Copa Vida, Draft Republic, J Brix Wines, Maya’s Cookies, Mesa Rim, Milonga Empanadas, Umami Japanese, Union CoWork, Wynston’s Ice Cream, the weekly San Marcos Farmers Market, and more coming soon. Visit: https://alofresco.com/ A Lo Fresco on Instagram and Facebook

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Amnesty International Group 471 Hosts Public Event Honoring World Press Freedom Day Carlsbad, CA — In recognition of World Press Freedom Day, Amnesty International San Diego North County Group 471 will host a free public event on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Pilgrim United Church of Christ in Carlsbad. The event will spotlight the growing threats faced by journalists around the world and highlight the vital role of a free press in defending human rights and freedom of speech. The evening will feature a screening of the acclaimed Frontline documentary "Putin vs. the Press", followed by an interactive advocacy session where attendees will have the opportunity to take action on behalf of journalists facing persecution, imprisonment, and violence for doing their jobs. “In an era of disinformation, censorship, and rising authoritarianism, journalists, reporters, writers, and bloggers are increasingly targeted for exposing the truth,” said a spokesperson for Group 471. “This event is a chance to raise awareness and stand in solidarity with those who risk their lives to keep the public informed.” The event is open to all and aims to engage the community in defending press freedom and the individuals who uphold it around the globe. Refreshments will be served. Event Details: What: World Press Freedom Day: Film & Advocacy Event When: Saturday, May 3, 2025 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Where: Pilgrim United Church of Christ, Carlsbad, CA Admission: Free and open to the public For more information, contact: Kathy Ford: 760.277.0089 Alessandra Colfi: 858.735.5708 Visit: facebook.com/Amnesty471

A new law includes a provision that could mean bettors pay more during tax season. Major poker players are calling on Congress to royally flush the measure down the drain.

In the latest Superman film, Lois Lane and Clark Kent have a fight about what's more punk: edginess or kindness. The fate of something more than the mosh pit hangs in the balance.

The usual deflection tactics — releasing unrelated information, blaming Democrats and the media — haven't worked with this controversy.

Opening Reception: Saturday, May 24, 5–7 p.m. May 24–June 14, 2025 AAC ART STUDIO 2025 STUDENT EXHIBITION AT THE AAC ART STUDIO SUBMIT ENTRY HERE: https://zfrmz.com/LZgvXCSg1iMKRWVuae5Y The Student Exhibition will include works by students who have completed a class at the Athenaeum School of the Arts during the last two years. Artwork entries for this exhibition will be accepted between Monday, March 3–Friday, May 9, 2025. Each artist may enter up to one (1) artwork for this exhibition. Artists will be notified via email after May 12. CALL FOR ENTRIES OPEN MARCH 3–MAY 9, 2025 CRITERIA Artists: Must have completed a class at the Athenaeum School of the Arts or PEEC program within the past two years. Media: Maximum one (1) work/image per artist (jpegs, no larger than 2 MB). 2-D and 3-D media. Work must be ready-to-hang and may not exceed 60 inches in width or height. Date: Artwork must have been completed within the past 2 years. Deadline to Enter: Friday, May 9, 2025 by 11:59 p.m. PDT Artwork Drop-off: between 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sunday, May 18 and Monday, May 19 at the Athenaeum Art Center, 1955 Julian Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113. For inquiries regarding artwork drop-off or installation please feel free to contact: Maura Walters, Director, School of the Arts // mwalters@ljathenaeum.org Jocelyn Saucedo Larson, Exhibitions Liaison // jsaucedo@ljathenaeum.org Chris Padilla, Assistant Director, Athenaeum Art Center // cpadilla@ljathenaeum.org The Athenaeum holds several student and teacher exhibition events each year. The exhibition can be viewed in the AAC Art Studio at the Athenaeum Art Center (1955 Julian Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113) during open gallery hours, Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and every second Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m., during the Barrio Art Crawl, and by appointment.

Hunger and disease continue to stalk Palestinians in Gaza, and aid organizations are warning that children are at greatest risk of starvation. A U.N. worker has described people as "walking corpses."

The Federal Communications Commission approved the sale of Paramount Global after the buyer made pledges to showcase a diversity of viewpoints and root out alleged bias in CBS' news coverage.

Catch Viral Comedian Abbas Wahab on his North American Joyride Tour, May 1 at San Diego's Mic Drop Comedy! Abbas Wahab is a New York-based, Canadian comedian and actor. He's been featured on Just For Laughs and Edinburgh Fringe festivals, and is best known most recently for his role as SWAT officer in M.Night Shyamalan's "Trap". Wahab has also appeared in TV shows, such as "The Boys", "What We Do In The Shadows", and "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds". He has garnered a loyal following of over 350k fans on Instagram and TikTok. Abbas is best known for his viral "job interview" and "automotive marketing" series, which parody the behind-the-scenes hiring and advertising of major brands. His comedic style has been described as electrifying and sharp, with grounded storytelling. Don’t miss him on the road! Check out Abbas Wahab on Instagram and TikTok