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Step into the shoes of a Pro Basketball player--with a STEAM twist! In this high-energy workshop, participants will explore the science behind the sport by investigating energy, force, and motion. From designing a STEAMy basketball arena to engineering their own catapult launchers for an epic slam dunk competition, participants will combine creativity, engineering, and game strategy in an action-packed experience. Registration for this event is encouraged. You can register online here. Audience: Recommended for kids in 3rd through 5th grade. Location: Community Room Mission Valley Library on Facebook

San Diego County announced a lawsuit Thursday against Google, SnapChat, YouTube, TikTok and Meta — the parent company of Instagram and Facebook. It alleges their conduct constitutes a public nuisance.

A federal bankruptcy court judge said he will approve OxyContin-maker Purdue Pharma's latest deal to settle thousands of lawsuits over the toll of opioids that includes some money for thousands of victims of the epidemic.

The World Design Policy Conference is coming up. We hear more about the event and its impact on San Diego.

El Departamento de Justicia presentó una demanda el jueves para bloquear los nuevos distritos congresuales aprobados por los votantes de California la semana pasada, sumándose a una batalla legal que podría influir en qué partido controle la Cámara de Representantes en 2026.

All are invited to attend the Suraj Israni Memorial Lecture featuring Oscar-nominated filmmaker Sara Dosa on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. on the UC San Diego campus. At this event, meet nonfiction filmmaker Sara Dosa, the director of Academy Award nominated film "Fire of Love," which premiered at Sundance 2022, was acquired by National Geographic Films and nominated for over 40 awards worldwide. The lecture will take place in the Mosaic Building, auditorium #113, located in Sixth College within the North Torrey Pines Living and Learning Neighborhood. The event is free and open to all, and attendees are encouraged to RSVP About the Event Hosts | The Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts developed with a gift from the Israni Family in honor of their late son Suraj. An aspiring filmmaker, Suraj understood the way film has the capacity to inspire social change. After his passing, his family is ensuring their son’s legacy will be carried forward with an endowment commitment that established the Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts at UC San Diego, within the School of Arts and Humanities. The Center promotes research, scholarship, teaching, production, and exhibition of film and moving-image arts, providing access and opportunity for UC San Diego students and scholars to pursue their passion in cinematics arts.

Those are top health care issues Californians want to see the next governor address, according to a recent poll. The candidates vying to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom offered views on them – and addressed the Trump administration’s coming cuts to safety net programs – at a recent forum at UC Riverside organized by philanthropic foundations.

Career Quest is a discussion panel aimed at kids ages 8-13 who would like to hear from adults working in different career fields! We'll ask presenters all about their jobs: how did they know they wanted to go into this field? What education and training did they need to get their job? What does a typical day, week, or month look like? What are their favorite and least favorite things about their job? While registration is not required, we encourage kids to register so they can indicate their questions for presenters. You can register online here. September’s Career Quest will focus on veterinarians! Audience: Recommended for kids ages 8-13. Mission Valley Library on Facebook

The general election is one week away, KPBS reporters talk about the San Diego city attorney race and the sales tax measures on your ballot. And the Coast Guard relieved two senior leaders in San Diego due to a “loss of confidence” following an investigation. Plus, Thursday is Halloween and indie theater Cinema Under the Stars is celebrating with an inaugural Halloween film fest.

Our San Diego Restaurant Week Signature Dinner Cruise is an unforgettable experience. Dine and dance on the Bay with views of the city’s magnificent skyline on this casual evening out. Enjoy a delicious, chef-prepared buffet and gorgeous views of San Diego’s spectacular skyline. You’ll marvel at famed city landmarks, such as the Coronado Bay Bridge, the Star of India, and Hotel Del Coronado from our climate-controlled interior and open air-roof decks. We keep the spirits flowing with a fully stocked bar, games, and lively music from our DJ. Join us for a memorable, one-of-a-kind evening. City Cruises on Instagram