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Mattress Firm, Claire's, Guitar Center are bankruptcy survivors going from a year of shuttered stores to planning a new life as publicly traded companies.

Pelosi says she almost thought about being leader again after the attack on her husband because she “couldn’t give them that satisfaction” of intimidating her out of politics.

As the Gaslamp Quarter transforms back to normal, businesses say the pop culture convention's economic impact is felt throughout San Diego.

UPDATED: Because of uncertainty surrounding the Omicron variant, the 2022 San Diego Black Film Festival is now April 21-May 1. By mid-March, we will announce whether the festival will be in-person or virtual. Hopefully in-person! Standby... Established in 2002 and held each year during the last week of January, the San Diego Black Film Festival has grown to become one of the largest black film festivals in the country. We screen over 100 films each year: Comedy, Drama, Documentaries, Animation, GLBT, Horror, Religious, Foreign/African Diaspora, Shorts, Feature Films and music videos. As the first and largest black film festival of the year, numerous other festival reps scout new films from us for their event. Simply put, each year the San Diego Black Film Festival will premiere a large percentage of the independent black films that will prove successful throughout the year at other film festivals. This event is transitioning to Virtual due to new Omicron variant. Visit the website HERE, for updates on this event.

Trey Kennedy arrives to San Diego with his "Are You For Real?" tour, with re-scheduled dates from 2020 for everyone to enjoy! Come enjoy this family-friendly stand up comedy show on Thursday, January 13 at 7 p.m. at Balboa Theatre San Diego. Get tickets here! Ticket prices ranging from $45 – $147. For more information, please visit sandiegotheatres.org/event/2022/01/trey-kennedy or call (619) 615-4000.

Doug Emhoff, the husband of Vice President Harris, is taking a very traditional approach to his role of second spouse. The Paris trip was their first diplomatic trip abroad.

Postponed: New Date is April 23, 2022 A magical, metallic-themed ballroom extravaganza benefiting the San Diego LGBT Community Center youth programs. Prepare for a ballroom extravaganza the likes of which San Diego has never seen. Strut and sashay the night away in a metallic wonderland. Shimmer in chrome. Dazzle in shades of gold and silver. And polish your masks for an unforgettable night. The LGBTQ Masquerade is a fun cocktail affair featuring an open bar and appetizers, music and dancing, raffle prizes, and a chance to win a vacation package! The color scheme for your fabulous outfits is gold, silver, and anything metal. And don't forget your mask! Open bar is provided by local distillery Cutwater Spirits. Attendees have the additional option of purchasing drinks at AWOL's bar. This is a 21 and up event! For more information and ticket purchases please visit HERE!

The Real Word is a panel comprised of courageous individuals who currently live or have lived in foster care, and who now speak both locally and nationally about life in the dependency system. At their presentations, Real Word panelists are open and forthright about their experiences. They share what it’s like to move from home to home, how it feels to be separated from siblings, and how they coped in the face of adversity. Panelists will inspire, humble, uplift, and move you as they share their personal stories and describe how the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program has made an impact on their lives as foster youth. Join us at our virtual Real Word panel on Wednesday, Jan. 26,2022 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Register here! This event is free for all attendees. Only 18+, not appropriate for children. For more information on Voices for Children and The Real Word Panel please visit: https://www.speakupnow.org/news-events/real-word/

Some animals like birds and frogs are famous for the sounds they make. But have you ever heard a turtle talk? Most turtles were thought to not make sounds at all — before researchers went deep.

Russia's defense minister says the military reached its target of adding 300,000 troops to fight in Ukraine. The recruitment effort led many Russians to protest and flee the country.