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Martin Cooper changed the world when he invented the portable phone. The Motorola company’s four-pound box has evolved into a global army of powerful smartphones weighing ounces.

California lawmakers could set new education requirements for police officers, but the bill has critics from all sides — including former Assemblymember Reggie Jones-Sawyer, who authored the state’s watershed 2021 police reform bill.

The Hotel Oloffson in Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince, long a haven for artists and writers, poets and presidents, a symbol of Haiti's troubled politics and its storied past, has been destroyed by gangs.

The plane is a gift that Trump said he would be "stupid" to turn down. Experts say the plane would take years to rework to meet the current standards for Air Force One.

Directed by Doug Oliphant In present-day America, when four childhood friends reunite to sit shiva for the toxic father figure who failed to teach them how to mourn or love, they gather in a dank basement filled with unresolved secrets and past failures. Through sharp dialogue and intense emotion, The Treehouse explores the complexities of friendship, family, and the burdens of unaddressed grief. It is a raw, cathartic experience that invites audiences to reflect on their unspoken truths. Visit: https://www.theoldglobe.org/smartseat/?itemNumber=26110#/ The Old Globe on Instagram and Facebook

The exhibition "La Jolla Surf: Culture, Art, Craft" invites viewers into the world of surfing through iconic photography by Roy Porello, Jeff Divine, and Ron Church, original artwork by award winning designer John Van Hamersveld, and surf boards from the greatest shapers in the region. A central focus of the exhibition is original interview footage with local surfers created by Curator John Durant. Visitors will hear firsthand accounts of how the surfing community developed, how it has evolved over time, and the powerful connection to, and appreciation of the ocean and nature that surfing engenders. Opening Reception at La Jolla Historical Society: Friday, Feb. 7, 5-7 p.m. Exhibition: Feb. 8 - May 25, 2025 Gallery Hours: Wed-Sun. Noon - 4 p.m. Admission is always free La Jolla Historical Society on Facebook / Instagram

Cinema Under The Stars presents "Sing Sing" Friday, March 28 at 8 p.m. Saturday, March 29 at 8 p.m. Cinema Under The Stars 4040 Goldfinch Street San Diego, CA 92103 Phone: 619-295-4221 Website: www.topspresents.com “SING SING” (2024. 102 min. R) - Colman Domingo’s searing, Oscar-nominated performance highlights this earthy, soul-stirring journey toward redemption. Imprisoned for a crime he didn’t commit, Divine G (Domingo) finds healing, purpose and creative expression by acting in a prison theater troupe. An inspirational true story of the redemptive power of art. Cinema Under the Stars is an intimate outdoor movie theater in Mission Hills with single and double zero-gravity reclining lounge chairs, sky-boxes and love seat cabanas. Heaters, pillows and blankets are provided. A vintage cartoon is shown before most films. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended. Members may make phone reservations up to one week in advance. Online reservations for Members begin on Mondays at 9 a.m. Online reservations for Non-Members begin on Tuesdays at 9 a.m. The box office opens at 6 p.m, Fridays - Sundays. Admission Prices: Members - $17. Non-members (at the box office) - $18. Non-members (with online reservations) - $20. Annual Memberships - $125 (for two people). Pay with Cash, Checks, or Venmo. All concessions are $3.00 each Free popcorn for Members. Reservations must be cancelled by 5 p.m. online, or call the Cinema before 6 p.m. Come early to avoid a line. For more information, call (619) 295-4221, or visit the website (www.topspresents.com)

Groundbreaking music executive Dave Shapiro has died in a San Diego plane crash. He was 42.

Join us for the Opening reception of the Solo Exhibition "A Mes Yeux" by Minnie Valero at the Alliance Française San Diego, on February 5 at 6.30 p.m. Meet the artist, and connect around light refreshments. À Mes Yeux: In this solo exhibition, Minnie Valero presents paintings in various mediums, inspired by her frequent stays in France and the lasting impressions they left on her. About the artist: Minnie Valero, born in Argentina, is an accomplished artist with degrees from both Argentinian and American universities, including a Master’s from UCLA. Over the past 20 years, she has exhibited her work widely across the United States, France, and other European countries, as well as in Egypt, China, and South Korea. Honored as a guest at the Nepal International Watercolor Festival, Minnie has received numerous awards in France, South Korea, and the U.S. She has also participated in prestigious artist residencies in Sweden, Italy, Hungary, Costa Rica, and China, each culminating in a solo exhibition. Working with watercolor, acrylic, oil, and pastel, Minnie adapts her medium to reflect the essence of each piece. As a conceptual artist, her creations range from representational to abstract, guided by her emotions, mood, and inspiration. She approaches her art with deep passion and joy, infusing every piece with her boundless creative energy. Address: 6390 Greenwich Dr, San Diego, CA 92122, USA RSVP appreciated - Free and open to all Visit: https://www.afsandiego.org/events-1/art-exhibition-minnie-valero-opening Alliance Francais San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

The DOJ has sued the entire federal district court in Maryland over an order that puts a temporary hold on deportations, intensifying a confrontation between the Trump administration and the courts.