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The Oscar-nominated actor was known as a heartthrob from his roles on the 1960s soap opera and later hit movies. He died on Friday, according to his son.

Also known as “seal parties,” the tradition brings women together to mark first catches and — more recently — other achievements as well.

Four senators — all parents of young kids or teens — are pushing new legislation to set the minimum age to use social media platforms at 13, and require parental consent for teens signing up.

In an era of rising book challenges and censorship, learn how one librarian is defending the freedom to read.

Maricopa County has been a hotbed of false election claims since 2020. Officials there have some changes planned this year to try to improve election administration and tamp down on misinformation.

There are many stories alive and well in a cemetery! Cemeteries are a place of reverence, and contain valuable historical resource revealing a lot about the city around them. Mount Hope Cemetery, established in 1869, is the final resting place for over 76,000 dearly departed, many of them notable residents of San Diego. Join us (in person or virtually) for our next “History Talks!” Lecture on Wednesday, October 12 at 7 pm. Our Historian Sandee Wilhoit and Visitor Services Coordinator Jamie Laird will share the history of San Diego’s Mount Hope Cemetery just in time for spooky season! Some of San Diego’s most notable citizens are interred at Mount Hope Cemetery including Ah Quin, known as the unofficial mayor of San Diego’s China Town, Horticulturist Kate Sessions, Nathan Harrison, the first African American homesteader in the San Diego area, Kate Morgan, whose ghost purportedly haunts the Hotel Del Coronado, and the “Father of San Diego” Alonzo Horton. History Talks! is a monthly lecture series presented by the Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House. Each month a local historian or specialist will delve into topics related to San Diego and the Davis-Horton House to bring a unique glimpse into the history of our city. Come hear history come alive! Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

"Who could have colonized a great country like America?" That's what this Ghanaian thought when his American wife told him it was Independence Day.

It’s time to sail forward and continue with this exciting author series held at the esteemed Southwestern Yacht Club. From the author of the bestselling historical fiction novels "The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane" and "The House of Velvet" and "Glass" comes a mystery adventure set in the Golden Age of Piracy. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to have lunch at the esteemed Southwestern Yacht Club in the beautiful Point Loma residential area within the Shelter Island Yacht Basin with New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Katherine Howe as she discusses her new novel, "A True Account: Hannah Masury’s Sojourn Amongst the Pyrates, Written" by Herself". Your Adventure includes lunch, beverage, tax, gratuity, a hardcover copy of "A True Account: Hannah Masury’s Sojourn Amongst the Pyrates, Written by Herself" to be delivered and signed at the event, and the opportunity to meet the author live and in-person.

Open Select Nights Sept. 22 - Oct. 31, 2023 Opens at 6:30 or 7 p.m. daily (closed Mondays except Oct. 30 and closed Tuesdays except Oct. 24 and 31) Hours/Info: www.HauntedTrail.Net FAQs The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park is BACK, with two haunts in one; the 3,500 square foot eXperiment Maze and a mile long terrifying outdoor Trail through twisted pines and gnarled oaks. CNN named The Haunted Trail in the Top 5 BEST HAUNTED ATTRACTIONS in America! The first gauntlet to survive is the 3,500 square foot eXperiment Maze; featuring Little Dead Rising Hood and all her fellow fairy tale freaks. Then it’s on to the mile long trail through the foggy Ghost- filled Graveyard, the Zombie Prisoner filled Ghoul Bus, Demented Doll Island, the possessed Room 666 in the Haunted Hotel, the crazed clown house, and the dark slime of the chainsaw filled southern swamp. Located at the corner of Balboa Drive & Juniper in Balboa Park Parking is FREE in Balboa Park The Haunted Trail is NOT recommended for children under the age of 10. However, if they are old enough to walk on their own, they will be allowed in with a parent. You will not be allowed to pick them up and carry them, they must be able to walk on their own two feet. Sorry, NO ENTRY for Babies, Stollers, or Children being carried. Children need a ticket to enter and we do not offer special pricing for children. There are many emergency exits throughout each attraction in case anyone gets too scared to continue, but please be warned, scared patrons/children who need to exit (or choose not to enter) will not receive a refund.

Uncover the dark secret of a California vineyard in WWII… In the latest historical fiction novel by USA Today bestselling author Susan Meissner. Join us at Napatini Wine Bar and Bistro for a delicious glass of wine, along with some scrumptious bite-sized snacks, as we celebrate the paperback release of 'Only the Beautiful', a Best Historical Fiction of Spring Pick by Amazon, PopSugar, AARP, and BookBub. Your Adventure includes a happy hour experience, a glass of wine paired with a generous assortment of delicious snacks, tax, gratuity, and an opportunity to meet Susan up close and personal in an intimate setting. Tickets must be purchased online, two options available: Event Registration with discounted paperback book - This option includes event and a discounted pb copy of Only the Beautiful to be delivered to the event for signing. Due to the special nature of this event, no refunds will be given after February 27th or for no-shows. Event Only - This option is for event only. Books sold separately. Due to the special nature of this event, no refunds are available after February 27, 2024, or for no-shows.