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A statewide program to help Californians looking to buy their first home has seen extreme demand. While many San Diegans applied, only the lucky few were able to reap the benefits as it’s already out of money.

A Los Angeles Times investigation found some Tijuana pharmacies are selling fentanyl, methamphetamine and other illicit substances disguised as legitimate pharmaceuticals.

This summer, one can travel in Germany on public transportation for less than $10 a month. It's part of a government package to tackle the soaring cost of living by using more public transportation.

A new federal law will eventually require new vehicles to detect and prevent drunk driving, which would revolutionize vehicle safety. Here's a look at some of the technology being developed.

San Diego Botanic Garden invites visitors to take part in a lovely mid-February evening experience, Plants & Romance, with their Valentines, family, and friends. The Garden will open its doors from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on two nights – Friday and Saturday, February 11 and 12 – for the special event. Throughout the evening, stroll through California Gardenscapes, lit with thousands of twinkle lights, and enjoy the magic of the Garden at night. Relax around the outdoor fire pits in our amphitheater while listening to a classical guitarist. Inside the Dickinson Family Education Conservatory, all visitors can sample free chocolate while learning about cacao and the process of making chocolate. Masks are required in all indoor spaces, including the conservatory. Plants & Romance activities are designed for adult audiences; children are welcome but must be supervised at all times. Please note that the play areas of our children’s gardens will not be open during the event. Advanced purchase of timed-entry tickets is required. Prices for entrance to this evening Valentine’s experience range from $18-22 for adults and $10-14 for youth (ages 3 – 17). Children under three years of age are free and do not require a ticket. No daytime tickets, guest passes, or free entry for members permitted. The Garden is also offering a limited number of Sweet and Sparkling Souvenir Packages, sold separately from tickets and available as an upgrade. Each package includes the following treats: 2 champagne flutes with SDBG logo 2 glasses of sparkling wine* or non-alcoholic sparkling juice 1 box of chocolates from Chuao Chocolatier 1 air plant to take home Packages are available for advance purchase at discounted price of $50 through Monday, January 31. Packages will be available for advance purchase at $60 until Monday, February 7. For more information and to purchase tickets and upgrade packages, visit the Garden’s website at https://sdbgarden.org/plants-romance.htm. San Diego Botanic Garden is on Facebook + Instagram + Follow @SDBGarden on Twitter Established in 1970, San Diego Botanic Garden (SDBG) is a 37-acre urban oasis located in Encinitas, California, just north of San Diego. We garden to create, share and apply plant wisdom in our world. The Garden’s four miles of trails display more than 5,000 plant species and varieties, including 300 plants for which SDBG is the only garden maintaining a population. SDBG has 15 gardens that represent different regions of the world, 12 demonstration gardens, and the largest public bamboo collection in North America. SDBG has three children’s gardens, including its flagship, one-acre Hamilton Children’s Garden, the largest kids’ garden on the west coast.

Conservative U.S. Supreme Court justices sided with coal companies in a recent case over the EPA's authority. But market forces have pushed the ongoing decline of coal power.

The English Premier League's Manchester United will return to the United States for the first time in five years to play Wrexham AFC at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego this July, it was announced Monday.

Pianist Cecil Lytle has been a San Diego presence for over four decades, a specialist in Liszt (he won First Prize in the Franz Liszt International Piano Competition), jazz, and 20th-century music. He appeared on Jazz at the Athenaeum in 1993, and this marks his first performance for our Chamber Music Series. His concert features music by two great piano virtuosos: Franz Liszt and Thomas “Fats” Waller. The concerts will be in person at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library. There are no physical tickets for these events. Your name will be on an attendee list at the front door. Doors open at 7 p.m. Seating is first-come; first-served. Date | Monday, May 23, 2022 7:30pm Location | Athenaeum Music and Arts Library Purchase tickets here! $15-$55 For further information on this event please visit website: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/chamber-0523

California officials are suing a local government for not approving an apartment complex for people experiencing homelessness.

The home appliance brand Cosori received more than 200 reports of air fryers overheating, burning or melting — several of which led to minor burn injuries and property damage.