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On Feb. 12, 1924, a sassy fusion of jazz and classical music debuted in New York, sparking a mutual exchange of ideas still debated today.

It is the 7th anniversary of the death of NPR photographer David GIlkey, who was killed by a grenade attack while on assignment in Afghanistan. His colleagues talk about his life and work.

More than 120 prisoners held at a special unit in Thomson Penitentiary reported mistreatment, a Washington Lawyers' Committee report says.

Known for its thumping backbeat, vocals and shimmering accordion riffs, Conjunto has been around for more than a century. Now more young musicians are picking up the beat.

Behavioral Health Webinar Partner with San Diego’s largest private behavioral health provider to help treat your patient with: • anxiety & depression • bipolar disorder • eating disorders • PTSD • addiction Learn about behavioral health programs at Sharp Mesa Vista and Sharp McDonald Center as well as how to make referrals. April 11, 2023 at Noon Featuring presenter Serene Carruthers, LMFT, manager of Sharp McDonald Center Register at https://www.sharp.com/health-classes/behavioral-health-webinar-for-community-partners-2760

The singer of such hits as "Walking on the Sun" and "All Star" died of acute liver failure in his home in Boise, Idaho.

Lisa Jones is currently executive vice president of the agency, which administers the city's affordable housing and homelessness funds. Leaders have praised her for her compassion and candor.

Enjoy a pop-up performance from Mission Pacific Hotel’s artist in residence Shane Hall at The Shore Room. Shane is an award-winning singer-songwriter based in Oceanside, with a unique musical style at the intersection of Blues, Soul and Americana. He will play from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. on May 4, 11 and 18. Visit Shane Hall on Instagram

Thinking about doing research but not sure where to start? Wondering what materials may be available to you for research? Ask the Archivists at the San Diego County Archives! Join us for our next “History Talks!” Lecture on Wednesday, March 15 at 7 p.m. Manager Aditi Worcester and Archivist Kiera Sullivan from the San Diego County Archives team will talk about the archival records that can be found in the County’s new state-of-the-art Archives facility in Santee. The County Archives includes an estimated 65,000 recorded maps, 250 cubic ft. of historic birth, death and marriage records, 600 cubic ft. of official records, and around 40,000 rolls of microfilm. 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! Lectures are free for GQHF Members, $5 for the public. Limited seating. Zoom simulcast will also be available!

Locally elected sheriffs manage California jails and are responsible for the safety of the inmates they hold. Record deaths in San Diego’s jail are shaping a plan for new statewide oversight.