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Frances Brissey says a car crash last year changed her life — in good ways and bad. But she feels grateful to have been saved by a passing truck driver.

Nutritionists agree reducing the amount of sugar people consume would be good for the Nation's health. But the plan to block people from using food assistance to buy soda is getting mixed reviews.

Mitchell Thorp Foundation's mission is to support families whose children suffer from life-threatening illnesses, diseases, and disorders by providing financial, emotional, and resource support to their desperate situations. Please join us for our 16th annual 5k run/walk and family festival to help raise money for these children in need. Visit: https://www.mitchellthorp.org/2025-5k-runwalk.html Mitchell Thorp Foundation on Instagram and Facebook

Cultural Forces, the cultural arm of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, brings seven world class artists, professional musicians before the war, now active-duty soldiers, for a music tour in the United States to thank the American people. The group is composed of two bandura players, an opera singer, a violinist, a pianist, a country singer, and a poet. Artists’ repertoire presents renditions of a wide variety of music, from Ukrainian and world classics to covers of popular hits and country tunes, featuring the traditional Ukrainian string instrument, the bandura. There will be an opportunity for interaction between the audience and the artists. Event sponsored by the House of Ukraine, part of the HPR cottages in Balboa Park Free Admission (Registration Required)

Before the wildfire that destroyed thousands of homes, Altadena was already debating a tense question: should new housing be built in places that could burn?

The EPA's environmental justice office potential closure hits over-polluted communities, yet they fight on.

Ford will write down hundreds of millions of dollars because of the pivot. A key reason for the change, an analyst tells NPR, is that big batteries bring big costs.

Film Geeks SD and Media Arts Center San Diego present Secret Morgue 5: Creatures and Monsters at Comic-Con Museum. Join us for our 5th horror movie marathon at the Museum! Ticket purchases can expect to enjoy 6 SECRET monster themed films, complete with special introductions by special guests, 2 catered dinner breaks(vegetarian options available)and a creature/monster themed art show by Horrorgasm. Come spend the entire day with us at the Comic Con Museum in Balboa Park for the 5th official Secret Morgue! Film Geeks SD on Facebook Media Arts Center San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Today is the Whispering Angel Celebrity Pickleball Tournament, hosted by NFL legend Drew Brees and chef and Food Network personality Catherine McCord. The event is returning as part of the Del Mar Wine & Food Festival to bring together celebrities, athletes, chefs, and hunger-relief supporters for an afternoon of pickleball for a good cause. Ticket sales directly benefit Feeding San Diego, a Feeding America partner food bank whose mission is to provide nutritious meals to anyone in need while maximizing food rescue. Every $1 donated helps provide two meals to San Diegans facing hunger. Tickets vary from $125 to $600 per person depending on the level of play, with all tickets inclusive of food & beverage from brands such as Whispering Angel, Alesmith, Four Walls Whiskey, Hendrick’s Gin, Milagro Tequila, Loverboy, Dang Brothers Pizza, The Cottage, Sbicca, Jersey Mike’s, and many more. Tickets are still available and can be purchased here.

Join us for an extraordinary event featuring: *Two performances by the beautiful Ballet Folklórico Toltecatl *Dancing to a lively Norteno band *An upbeat Mariachi Band to serenade you during the dinner buffet *Our founder and teacher extraordinaire, Sol Carrola, will speak about our mission of breaking the chains of poverty, and learning disabilities and giving hope to children who need it most *The 50/50 raffle will feature drawings for awesome prizes, and then—drumroll—half the jackpot! This is a fun and lively event, but know that your ticket purchase, donation, or sponsorship will be the launch pad for our next phase! Earlier this year, we raised the funds to purchase 2 acres of land in Rosarito Beach, Baja, Mexico, to build a life-changing education and vocational center for autistic, special needs, and underprivileged children. A local architect has kindly donated his time and talents and started the plans for grading and plans for our purpose-built facility. These children face challenges that most of us can’t imagine, but we can turn their obstacles into opportunities with your support. Presented by Beat The Cycle Inc.