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KPBS found six San Diego-based artists who are emerging into the comic industry and are either selling, signing or schmoozing in or around the convention.

El DMV recauda el dinero excedente de las ventas de vehículos remolcados. Si su vehículo está en esta base de datos, puede solicitar un reembolso.

The tiny ray spider uses launches its web to grab its prey out of the air. Though common practice in the superhero world, this ability is actually unusual in spiders.

As the debate surfaces again over police use of camera-equipped smart streetlights, the city’s Privacy Advisory Board is unable to meet and provide recommendations.

The Library's Autumn Concert Series takes place on Fridays from September 6 to October 25. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. On September 13 we welcome Naomi Hobbs on piano for an "American Music" themed performance that includes pieces by Scott Joplin, Frederick Loewe, Leonardo Bernstein, and more. Naomi Hobbs was born and raised in Tokyo, Japan. She earned her Music Degree at the Musashino Academia Musicae in Tokyo, where she taught for ten years. In 1998, one year before she moved to San Diego, she performed Rachmaninoff’s 2nd Piano Concerto with the Kanagawa Philharmonic Orchestra. She was the instructor of Music and Piano class at San Diego Community College for Ten years. She has been composing and arranging besides performing at concerts. She was the first prize winner of the 7th International Piano Competition in Mexico in 2012 and the gold medalist of 6th Seattle International Piano Competition in 2015. For more information visit: coronado.librarycalendar.com

Belmont Park is hosting its 2nd Annual Community 5K on Sunday, September 22! Runners, walkers, and families are invited to secure their spots early for this fun-filled day of fitness and community spirit. This year’s event proudly supports Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, with proceeds benefiting Team Parker for Life, a local charity dedicated to supporting children and families affected by cancer. Participants in the 5K will enjoy a picturesque route along the Mission Beach Boardwalk, receive a complimentary race t-shirt designed by a local artist and medal to commemorate the achievement, along with a complimentary park pass (valued at $64.95) to enjoy early access to rides and attractions on race day.

There’s a verdict in the lawsuit brought by the family of Oral Nunis, who died in the custody of Chula Vista police four years ago. In other news, for two decades, contractor Leonard Glenn Francis wined, dined and bribed senior Navy officers who helped him make millions defrauding the U.S. government. Now, more than 11 years after his arrest in San Diego, he’s finally set to be sentenced to prison. Plus, the World Design Festival is underway in Tijuana.

Bay to Park Paseo offers free guided tours along Park Boulevard from San Diego Bay to Balboa Park to see engaging installations designed by leading San Diego creators. Tours start from the Hilton San Diego Bayfront and happen monthly, the first and third Saturdays from May 18, 2024 through Sept. 21, 2024. Endorsed as an Impact Project of World Design Capital San Diego Tijuana 2024, the 1.7-mile paseo was created to encourage walking and to highlight the easy connection between two of San Diego’s crown jewels, the Bay and Balboa Park. The Paseo includes up to 13 impermanent installations outside iconic locations along Park Boulevard designed by San Diego’s leading designers and artists. For more information visit: baytoparkpaseo.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Mark Carney is a newcomer to elected politics, with decades of experience in finance. Canadian backlash to President Trump helped him win a full term on Monday, just weeks after he first took office.

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Miami Chief Heat Officer Jane Gilbert about the measures she is taking to help residents during this week's heat wave.