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Some local small businesses in are donating Friday proceeds to support immigration advocacy groups

The agreement is the Water Authority's third regional water supply partnership announced this year. The agency signed two water supply agreements with water agencies in Riverside County in the spring.

NPR is offering buyouts to journalists as it overhauls its newsroom, with the threat of layoffs to follow. Two recent gifts totaling $113 million are primarily dedicated to NPR's tech infrastructure.

Artisan ice cream brand Salt & Straw will be celebrating the special day all week long, with their very own National Ice Cream Week from Friday July 17 through Thursday July 23. At Salt & Straw shops nationwide, guests will have the opportunity to craft their own bespoke, Build Your Own Pint Sundae ($$12.50) – featuring three scoops of their choice served in a personalized pint, topped with fudge, whipped cream, rainbow sprinkles and a cherry, and further customized with limited-edition, themed stickers. Each sundae is served in a blank pint cup, with the guest’s name handwritten by the shop team where the flavor name is typically noted, and is designed to be a unique opportunity for ice cream lovers to express their identity through their own custom build. Additionally, members of Salt & Straw Rewards, their new membership program designed to give loyal guests deeper access into the brand and its offerings, can garner double loyalty points on National Ice Cream Day (7/19) itself. During National Ice Cream Week – and all throughout peak summertime – Salt & Straw’s suite of classic flavors, like Salted Malted Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough and Strawberry Honey Balsamic with Black Pepper; viral Tacolate, the nostalgic and highly sought-after ice cream taco made in partnership with Taco Bell; and rotating flavor series, such as July’s Berries Series, are also premier treats to beat the heat with. San Diego Locations include: Little Italy, UTC, Del Mar One Paseo, One Paseo Salt & Straw Ice Cream on Facebook / Instagram

The number of people killed in state-sanctioned executions worldwide rose to a 44-year high in 2025, according to a new report from Amnesty International.

Comic-Con 2026 July 23-26 This Comic-Con, Margaritaville Hotel San Diego’s LandShark Bar & Grill is leaving Earth behind and transforming into the LandShark Lunar Landing Bar—an immersive tropical spaceport where ocean breeze meet intergalactic adventure. From Wednesday, July 22 through Sunday, July 26, guests are invited to dock at the galaxy's most laid-back outpost, where cosmic explorers, bounty hunters, space smugglers, and beach lovers come together to refuel before their next mission. The out-of-this-world experience will feature glowing cocktails, celestial décor, atmospheric lighting, interactive photo moments, and live entertainment. Blending the beachy of LandShark with a darker, sci-fi-inspired aesthetic, the Lunar Landing Bar invites guests to embrace the strange, sip something stellar, and experience island hospitality with an intergalactic twist. Blending the laid-back spirit of LandShark with a darker, sci-fi-inspired atmosphere, the LandShark Lunar Landing Bar invites guests to refuel, recharge, and embrace the strange. Maps & Directions

Voices of Our City Choir invites the San Diego community to set sail on a musical journey at its Second Annual Sing-Along Concert: “Yacht Soul.” This lively, interactive concert blends the smooth sounds of classic soul with the breezy grooves of yacht rock for an unforgettable evening of music, community, and purpose. Guest artists include Bobby Cressey, organist for the San Deigo Padres and the San Diego Gulls. Guests are invited to sing along to beloved hits like “Wanna Dance with Somebody,” “That’s What Friends Are For,” and “Let’s Groove Tonight,” celebrating timeless music from legendary artists including Queen, Whitney Houston, Earth, Wind & Fire, Hall & Oates, The Doobie Brothers, Michael Jackson, and more. The concert will take place Thursday, April 9, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral in San Diego’s Bankers Hill neighborhood. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the concert begins at 7 p.m. Designed as an interactive musical experience, the event invites audience members to sing along with the choir while enjoying the uplifting energy that Voices of Our City Choir is known for throughout the region. Event Details Event: Voices of Our City Choir Second Annual Sing-Along Concert – “Yacht Soul” Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026 Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m. | Concert begins at 7 p.m. Location: St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral, 2728 Sixth Ave., San Diego, CA (Bankers Hill) Tickets: $25 early bird (available through March 31); $30 starting April 1; Children under 5 are free All ticket proceeds support Voices of Our City Choir’s mission to transform the lives of people impacted by homelessness through music, community, and access to critical resources. The nonprofit’s programs provide choir members with opportunities for artistic expression, supportive community, and connections to housing and supportive services. Tickets are available now. About Voices of Our City Choir: The internationally recognized Voices of Our City Choir amplifies the voices of people impacted by homelessness through music and the arts. Voices provides a platform for self-expression, belonging, and the opportunity to reclaim one’s life. With its collaborative alternative to case management, Voices helps San Diegans move from homelessness and into permanent housing. In 2018, Voices launched into the national spotlight as the subject of the PBS documentary “The Homeless Chorus Speaks”, soon after earning international recognition for their Golden Buzzer win on NBC’s America’s Got Talent. Voices’ approach and effectiveness in spotlighting unhoused San Diegans has earned praise from The New York Times, National Conflict Resolution Center, the American Psychological Association, San Diego Magazine, La Jolla Symphony & Chorus, Mayor Todd Gloria, and more. For more information, www.voicesofourcity.org Voices of Our City Choir on Facebook / Instagram

The launch, using a dummy warhead, took place the same day Australia and Fiji signed a mutual defense treaty meant to counter Chinese influence in the Pacific.

The U.S. military has launched new strikes against Iran. The strikes began early Wednesday, hours after three merchant ships were struck in the Strait of Hormuz.

Celebrate Earth Day with us by connecting with fellow plant lovers and enjoying a fun-filled Community Garden Party from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Grant Park! The event is free and all are welcome! There will be garden themed-fun for all ages including: - Native plant and garden art sale - Art and craft activities - Exciting educational presentations by Master Gardeners and pollinator experts - ‘Build Your Own Garden’ workshop - Complementary seed packages - Refreshments and yummy treats for sale Come for the whole morning or stop by and say hi! Stay tuned for an exciting lineup of activities! We can’t wait to see you there! RSVP here: https://sandiegoriver.org/event/community-garden-party-plant-sale/ The San Diego River Park Foundation on Facebook / Instagram