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Sayed Naser fled Afghanistan and came to the U.S. legally last year. He was detained after a routine San Diego immigration hearing in June.

The man's asylum case was dismissed by a San Diego immigration judge Thursday. He worked with the U.S. military during its occupation of Afghanistan and fled the country after the Taliban killed his brother in 2023.

Join St. Paul’s Senior Services for its annual Holiday Interfaith Prayer Breakfast, a cherished San Diego tradition that brings together community and faith leaders to celebrate unity, gratitude, and service as the holiday season begins. Now in its 14th year, the event reflects St. Paul’s longstanding commitment to nurturing the spiritual, social, and physical well-being of San Diego seniors. Each November, representatives from Christian, Jewish, Muslim, and other faith communities gather to offer blessings, music and reflections, honoring the shared values of compassion, generosity, and community care. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served. Keynote Speaker: Barbara J. Menard – Volunteer and former employee at Catholic Charities and a member of the Regional Advisory Council of IVC (Ignatian Volunteer Corps) where she also serves as the Spiritual Director of Volunteers. Emcee: Dee Sanford, former Chair of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Human Dignity Award Breakfast, Community Service leader, and producer of her own weekly public access TV Show, “The Christian Business Forum” and started “African American Businesswomen of Vision.” Musical Performance: Carmelia “Toot” Bell, extraordinary gospel singer and accomplished choir director at Prince Chapel by the Sea in La Jolla. Blessings Offered By: - The Very Rev. Penelope Bridges, St. Paul’s Cathedral - Senior Rabbi Devorah Marcus, Temple Emanu-El - Yusef Miller, Interfaith Coalition for Earth Justice - Sister Susan DeGuide of Congregation of the Sisters of Mercy Complimentary Breakfast: Prepared by St. Paul’s Executive Chef, David Bunch and his dietary team and served by St. Paul’s Senior Services staff and volunteers RSVP Required – Seating is Limited. St. Paul’s Senior Services on Facebook / Instagram

San Diego Unified School District leaders announced plans this week to fix "systemic issues" in its special education program. We discuss the details with Superintendent Fabi Bagula.

Fiesta de Reyes in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park is planning a Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, celebration like no other in San Diego – a free, family-friendly immersive experience designed to bring the spirit of this traditional annual Mexican and South American celebration to life for San Diegans of all ages. The anchor concession in the state park, Fiesta de Reyes has become renowned as a vibrant hub for celebrations that honor the multicultural traditions of the San Diego region. Dubbed Dia de los Muertos – La Experiencia and now in its 4th year, the event is slated to run from October 1 through November 2. Dia de los Muertos is traditionally celebrated on November 1st and 2nd each year. Dia de los Muertos is a community-wide celebration of the history, Hispanic culture and rich heritage of the region. It is at this time of year that the spirits of loved ones who have died are thought to return to Earth to celebrate with friends and family. It is traditionally a time to gather and celebrate and remember the lives of those who are no longer with us. Throughout the month of October, the Fiesta de Reyes courtyard at the north end of the state park will be filled with fanciful, humorous, and visually stimulating décor, offered as tributes to many of San Diego’s early citizens. Many life-sized Catrina skeleton dolls in fancy dress, and many larger-than-life size, hold court at Fiesta de Reyes throughout the event. This year, there will be more than 60 unique Dia de los Muertos displays in Fiesta de Reyes, thousands of marigolds – a traditional flower associated with Dia de los Muertos – will fill the courtyard with color, and there will be an expanded live entertainment schedule on the Fiesta de Reyes stage. Staff will dress in festive attire associated with Day of the Dead and merchants will host both traditional and more contemporary Dia de los Muertos altars throughout the plaza. Both Casa de Reyes Restaurant and Barra Barra Saloon will feature special menu selections throughout the run of the event. Guests are encouraged to visit Fiesta de Reyes during the two weeks leading up to October 1, to watch the transformation of the plaza as it happens. It’s a chance to watch artistic process that is required to create a spectacular new world. “Fiesta de Reyes is and always has been about family and Dia de los Muertos is a celebration of family, so our goal is to honor that in as big and vibrant way we possibly can,” said Ryan Ross, director of Fiesta de Reyes. “Each year, we add to the celebration to honor the traditions that are such a defining part of the history and culture of San Diego. As always, we want folks to experience the spirit of this important aspect of our history by walking into a different world when they come through our gates.” Fiesta de Reyes is open from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. each day with extended hours on Fridays and Saturdays. Free parking is available throughout Old Town with extra parking available across Taylor Street in the CalTrans parking lot all day on weekend days and after 5 p.m. on weekdays.

Right from the first note, Odeal instantly transports us to the warm, soulful pocket that we never leave.

Many farmers are pushing for more federal dollars to provide much-needed stability. Others, especially young farmers, are turning away from the government, looking to local networks for assistance.

ll puns are intended! Competitive punning is a growing, worldwide pasttime, and Pundemonium! is based on the format used by pun contests in other cities, including the O. Henry Pun-Off in Austin, TX, Punderdome in New York, Pun DMV in Washington, D.C, It's Always Punny in Philadelphia, UK Pun-Off in London, and more. Watch, laugh, groan, or join punsters competing to see who is the wizard of wordplay, the dean of dad jokes, the punniest of them all. Competitive punning is a *thing* nationwide, and Pundemonium! is San Diego's home for the war of wordplay. Pundemonium! is a two-part event based on the format used by pun contests in cities such as New York, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Austin, TX, San Francisco, and more. See: https://www.wired.com/2016/09/pun-competitions/ In Part 1, Battle of the PUNdits, participants who have signed up in advance will deliver two-minute pun-filled speeches, and the audience will determine the winner. Part 2, the PUNger Games, is a head-to-head pun-off tournament-style. Think of it as an on-the-spot rap battle with puns. You do not have to participate! You can just watch and PUNder your life choices while you do so. BUT if you want in, we ask that Battle of the PUNdits competitors let us know you're competing ahead of time by emailing sandiegopundemonium@gmail.com - or email us with questions if you're curious but don't know how it works! For PUNger games, sign up on the spot at the show!

All are welcome to join our Youth Services Librarian, Ms. Jackie, in celebrating Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, a time honored tradition remembering the beloved lives of those who came before us. Ms. Jackie will share a special story, lead the group with fun songs while playing her jarana, followed by an engaging sugar skull decorating craft. Special acknowledgement to the Dr. Seuss Foundation for its help in making this program possible.