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Veteran members of two San Diego street gangs are working toward peace in their communities. Also, San Diego is rewriting its street design rules, but will it make them safer? Then, TSA workers at the airport protest the end of collective bargaining. Scripps Health makes a big North County investment and in a Public Matters segment Voice of San Diego’s Scott Lewis explains why city residents could soon pay more than $50 per month for trash pickup.

Get ready for an unforgettable literary experience! Join us for a delightful celebration as Kristin Harmel, beloved international and New York Times bestselling author of "The Forest of Vanishing Stars," "The Book of Lost Names," and "The Winemaker’s Wife," takes the stage to introduce her highly anticipated new novel, "The Stolen Life of Colette Marceau." Kristin is not only adored around the world for her captivating historical novels, but also as the inspiring co-founder of the "Friends & Fiction" podcast and for her brave battle with breast cancer. This exclusive event offers you the rare chance to meet Kristin in person, hear all about her newest book, and enjoy a delectable French-themed brunch complete with freshly made sweet and savory crepes—served alongside a glass of bubbly champagne (non-alcoholic options available, of course). Ooh la la! Your unforgettable experience includes: - A signed hardcover copy of The Stolen Life of Colette Marceau - A delightful French crepes brunch (both sweet and savory) - A glass of champagne (or non-alcoholic beverage) Tax and gratuity included. An intimate presentation and conversation between Kristin Harmel and New York Times bestselling author Kristina McMorris Spaces are limited for this special afternoon meeting two fabulous authors in the warmth of Kristina McMorris’s beautiful Mission Hills home in San Diego—don’t miss your chance to indulge in a memorable celebration of literature, friendship, and French flair! Registration: This event is ticketed and open to the public, but seating is limited, so make sure to secure your seat early to guarantee your spot. Just scroll down and select “Event Registration.” Additional books are also available below for pre-order and delivery to the event for signing, and will also be available for purchase and signing at the event. Kristin Harmel on Facebook / Instagram Kristina McMorris on Facebook / Instagram

Trump told reporters on Wednesday evening that he is considering taking over the D.C. police force and sending in the National Guard after a former DOGE staffer was hurt in an attempted carjacking.

A treatment center in Escondido expands its capacity to serve individuals dealing with drug and alcohol abuse issues. Vista becomes the first city in San Diego County to host a legal cannabis consumption event on public property. And, a digital driver’s license can now be used to show your identity at San Diego International Airport.

Despite experts saying that famine has begun in Gaza, Israel is threatening more curbs on aid deliveries. Aid groups say extra restrictions will make the starvation crisis worse.

World leaders have lavished praise on President Trump in order to smooth diplomatic relations — and get better deals too.

Celebrate the grand opening of A Lo Fresco, a new fast-casual restaurant opening at North City, the vibrant mixed-use development in the heart of San Marcos. The first 50 guests will receive a free bowl, and the next 150 will receive a free juice during the all-day celebration. Founded by Olga Saldivar and Emilio Herrera, A Lo Fresco offers fresh, globally inspired, health-forward meals influenced by the couple’s travels through Mexico, Miami, Peru, and Korea. The menu includes signature bowls, wraps, hot burritos, organic sourdough toasts, cold-pressed juices, and smoothies made with nutrient-rich ingredients. Guests can also enjoy A Lo Fresco’s meal prep and catering services, designed to bring global flavor and wellness into everyday routines and events. North City is for everyone, everyday. The vibrant community offers a curated collection of housing, shopping, dining, offices, public art, family entertainment, community events, and everything in between. Come visit and enjoy a diverse retail mix, including Buona Forchetta, Copa Vida, Draft Republic, J Brix Wines, Maya’s Cookies, Mesa Rim, Milonga Empanadas, Umami Japanese, Union CoWork, Wynston’s Ice Cream, the weekly San Marcos Farmers Market, and more coming soon. Visit: https://alofresco.com/ A Lo Fresco on Instagram and Facebook

The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals' ruling states city officials had not shown any "plausible connection between plaintiffs teaching yoga and any threat to public safety and enjoyment in the city's shoreline parks."

Outgoing San Diego Poet Laureate Jason Magabo Perez passes the torch to incoming Laureate Paola Capó-García. Together, they discuss inspiring more people to pick up poetry, the challenges of being a "government artist" and how they're connecting San Diego's diverse communities through verse.

Join us on Free Third Thursday, April 17 for the free public opening of "Yan Pei-Ming: A Burial in Shanghai." These monumental works are being shown for the first time in the United States. Photo: Yan Pei-Ming, "Un enterrement à Shanghai (Montagne céleste, Ma mère, L ’ adieu) (A Burial in Shanghai ((Celestial Mountain, My Mother, The Farewell))" [detail], 2019. © Yan Pei-Ming, ADAGP, Paris, 2025. Photo: Clérin-Morin. Courtesy of the artist, Massimo de Carlo & Thaddaeus Ropac. Visit: https://mcasd.org/events/yan-pei-ming-opening Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego on Facebook / Instagram