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More than 1,300 staffers at the health agency got notices they were fired — but more than half were reinstated. The cuts will hobble some divisions, employees say.

California allows anyone not currently incarcerated for a felony sentence to register to vote and vote in elections.

About 2,000 Kaiser Permanente nurses, pharmacists and other frontline staff in San Diego are on strike, demanding safer staffing, fair wages and better benefits.

Culinary Historians of San Diego will present “Made in California, Part II,” featuring George Geary, at 10:30 a.m. September 21, in the Neil Morgan Auditorium of the San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd, San Diego. The building garage provides two hours of free parking. Through George’s colorful and entertaining presentation, he will continue to illustrate and describe the remarkable stories of the California-born burger joints, diners, fast food, and restaurants that changed America from 1951-2010. Brimming with captivating historical details and photos, George’s tale will surely waken everyone’s inner foodie. George Geary is an award-winning chef, best-selling author, educator, casting judge and culinary contest judge for major food manufacturers. A former pastry chef for the Walt Disney Company, George is a Certified Culinary Professional, and was awarded the Culinary Educator Of the Year by the International Association of Culinary Professionals. He is well known for creating all of the cheesecakes for The Golden Girls. Author of several books and 11 cookbooks, George is a frequent guest on national and local LA TV. The event is free and open to the public. A tasting will follow the presentation. For more information visit: chsandiego.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Kick off the weekend with Fiesta in the Park and Theme Game: Hispanic Heritage Weekend (Friday), followed by more celebrations with Theme Game: Hispanic Heritage Weekend and the Hispanic Heritage Weekend Fireworks Show (Saturday), and wrap up the series with family fun at KidsFest (Sunday). View the full Padres game schedule San Diego Padres on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X

The 32nd Annual San Diego Latino Film Festival proudly presents Cine Sin Fronteras, a celebration of films that break boundaries and unite communities through storytelling. This year’s festival embodies the spirit of limitless creativity and cultural connection, echoing the words of 2025 guest and local filmmaking legend Gregory Nava: “There is No Wall That Can Hold Back a Dream.” For over three decades, SDLFF has showcased powerful narratives that transcend borders, and this year’s dynamic lineup of films, programs, and cultural experiences continues that tradition, highlighting the richness, diversity, and strength of Latino culture. Bienvenidos! Media Arts Center San Diego is proud to announce our 32nd San Diego Latino Film Festival, March 19-23, 2025 at AMC Mission Valley & Digital Gym CINEMA. Stay tuned! Movies & complete festival schedule to be announced in late February! In the meantime, you can purchase your 32nd San Diego Latino Film Festival passes now! Info: 619-230-1938 x 101 / info@mediaartscenter.orginfo@mediaartscenter.org Sign up for our mailing list at sdlatinofilm.com to get all the latest updates! San Diego Latino Film Festival on Facebook / Instagram

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV. Our city’s Canine Ambassador and everybody’s downtown friend in the late 1880s has his photo all around The Gaslamp. How getting here in the 1920s by car over the Torrey Pines Grade was a real challenge. We pay tribute to the mostly forgotten Pacific Islander who first imagined San Diego’s downtown; hear about the "Floral Face Off” election that changed a symbol of our city, and more

Fans can enjoy a jam-packed weekend series featuring Party in the Park: CervezaFest and Theme Game: Catholic Night (Friday), Theme Game: Irish Heritage Celebration (Saturday), and wrapping up with KidsFest and Theme Game: Girl Scout Day (Sunday). View the full Padres game schedule San Diego Padres on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X

Visit 14 independent bookstores over three days, collect stamps in your literary passport and earn prizes during San Diego’s annual book crawl.

On Friday, fans can enjoy discounted beer specials at Party in the Park: BeerFest, along with the Summer Kickoff Fireworks Show and Theme Game: Educator Appreciation Night. The series wraps up Sunday with family-friendly activities at KidsFest and Kids Run the Bases, along with Theme Game: Scottish Heritage Celebration View the full Padres game schedule San Diego Padres on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X