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Eighty years after the Treaty of Manila, San Diego is home to one of the largest Filipino communities in the nation.

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026 at 8:30 p.m. on KPBS TV. Following the 40% decline of our planet's tallest animal, one South African scientist is undertaking the expedition of a lifetime — to safely GPS-collar 20 giraffes, in one of the most ambitious conservation projects ever attempted — in order to preserve giraffe genetics before they succumb to a looming, silent extinction.

Comedy Show in Gaslamp Date: Sunday, July 19, 2026 Time: 8 PM (Doors open at 7:30 PM) Location: 801 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 Get ready for a night of nonstop laughs as Ben Keltner hits the Mad House Comedy Club! Here’s the deal: Doors at 7:30 — grab a drink and claim your seat Show at 8:00 — we get right into it Hang after the show, meet people, keep the night rolling Full bar and happy hour after the show! Tickets are limited (actually though), and these shows tend to fill up before you could think of an analogy that would emphasize how quick these tickets sell out (ex. faster than parking spots downtown on a friday night). Comedy, connections, and good vibes await—don’t miss out!

For the Filipino diaspora, food is a strong tether to their homeland and their identity. But for decades, traditional fruits and vegetables from the Philippines were hard to come by.

The federal government recruits top experts to volunteer to advise on pressing research issues of the day. Since President Trump took office, hundreds of these experts have been dismissed.

A new kind of boutique hotel experience has arrived in downtown San Diego. The Margot Hotel officially opened in the Gaslamp Quarter, marking its debut as one of the first properties in Outset Collection by Hilton—a new lifestyle brand designed to spotlight independent, soulful hotels backed by the global scale of Hilton. Located just steps from Petco Park and the San Diego Convention Center, The Margot Hotel introduces a fresh, personality-driven approach to hospitality—one that feels less like a traditional hotel and more like a well-connected local host. Rooted in a spirit of discovery and individuality, the property reflects the ethos of Outset Collection: showcasing hidden gems that “fit the place, not the mold,” while preserving their unique identity. The Margot Hotel is now welcoming guests in the heart of San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter. For more information or to book a stay, visit The Margot Hotel, Outset Collection by Hilton.

Curry will be most remembered for his role as Dr. Frank-N-Furter, the tyrannical gender-bending alien scientist in both stage and screen versions of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. He was 80.

The 22nd annual San Diego Food + Wine Festival (SDFW) returns Nov. 1–8, 2026, welcoming attendees for eight days of cultural events celebrating Southern California and Baja with participating chefs, winemakers, spirits producers, and culinary experts from across the country and county joining us on the San Diego Bay shoreline. This year brings SDFW’s biggest programming evolution in more than two decades, ushering in a new era for the cross-border culinary event. The reimagined Grand Weekend features the debut of Icons + Legends, all-new “culinary districts” to explore, an expanded food rescue program in partnership with Rethink Food and the San Diego Food Bank, and—for the first time—a seamless two-day waterfront celebration that brings the Grand Tasting and Grand Fiesta together at the iconic Embarcadero. Renowned culinary talents from Food Network and Top Chef to Michelin Guide and the James Beard Foundation will attend SDFW 2026. The Festival’s talent roster includes Two-Michelin-star chef and winner of the Antonin Carême Medal Suzette Gresham; Top Chef finalist Joe Sasto; Michelin-starred, James Beard Award semifinalist, and executive chef of New York Times 50 Best Restaurants of 2025 honored Eric Bost; James Beard Award winners Maynard Llera and Susan Bae; Baja culinary pioneer Javier Plascencia; acclaimed pastry chef Kareem “Mr. Bake” Queeman; and sommelier and wine educator Cha McCoy, alongside lauded chefs and winemakers from both sides of the border. New this year, attendees will explore a series of “culinary districts” hosted by gastronomic all-stars, including: Smoke + Fire, a live-fire playground where premium proteins meet open flame Sweet Street, an indulgent destination devoted to pastry, desserts, and coffee So San Diego, showcasing the city's thriving local indie innovation and arts + culture scene Street Feast: Asian Market, inspired by vibrant Asian night markets South of the Border, an immersive journey into the people, places, and craftsmanship that define Baja and Mexico Here’s a peek into SDFW’s three signature Grand Weekend experiences: Icons + Legends (Friday, Nov. 6. VIP + Early Entry: 6 – 9 p.m. General Admission: 6:30 – 9 p.m.) a new opening-night tasting featuring award-winning chefs, wines, and spirits. Grand Tasting, Presented by Southwest Airlines® (Saturday, Nov. 7 VIP + Early Entry: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. General Admission: Noon – 3 p.m.) the flagship event with Michelin and James Beard-recognized talent, immersive tasting activations, and the attendee-voted “Chef of the Fest” competition. Grand Fiesta, Presented by Southwest Airlines® (Sunday, Nov. 8 VIP + Early Entry: 11a.m. – 3 p.m. General Admission: Noon – 3 p.m.): now held at the Embarcadero for the Festival’s first seamless two-day waterfront celebration, complete with expanded Baja programming and annual “Taco TKO” competition.

Critics revisit classic and modern films exploring U.S. ideals, history and contradictions.

Driverless taxis are one step closer to being a reality in San Diego. Then, National City is facing significant financial challenges and choosing new leadership in the coming election. Plus, the San Diego Padres have new majority owners.