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The Supreme Court’s decision on homelessness will test a shelter system that’s full of problems – and lacking accountability.

It’s good news for California’s water supply. There are 64 feet of snow in the mountains near Lake Tahoe, which will eventually melt into the state’s rivers and reservoirs. In other news, the condition of San Diego's streets is getting worse, and as the cost of road maintenance keeps going up, some advocates are asking for a new approach. Plus, students from San Diego's underserved mid-city neighborhoods are using performing arts to improve their mental health and self-confidence.

Steph Johnson and her band makes their long awaited debut at Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 171st show of Dim Sum & Jazz Seating Begins at 6 P.M. Music from 6:30-8:30 P.M. Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! Reservations are highly encouraged! About Steph Johnson Steph Johnson is an award-winning, multi-dimensional recording artist and activist whose music deftly blends jazz, soul, funk and blues. Through her 20-year music career, Steph has recorded five studio albums. Her latest album "So In Love", is a collection of Johnson's favorite jazz standards and ballads. The 10-track record features pianist Josh Nelson (Natalie Cole), guitarist Anthony Wilson (Diana Krall), trumpeter Chris Lawrence, bassist Rob Thorsen and drummer Richard Sellers. “With her recent release of 'So In Love,' Steph continues her spiral upward towards bright, musical horizons. This may be her best recording to date.” — DeeDee McNeil. LA Jazz Scene Growing up, Steph was influenced by her grandmother’s favorite singers: Ike and Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, and Stevie Wonder; and by the ’70s icons beloved by her mother, including James Taylor and Joni Mitchell. She discovered jazz through Miles Davis' classic album, ‘Kind of Blue’, which led her to the great female jazz vocalists: Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday and Sarah Vaughn. “Johnson’s core strength is as a communicator with rhythmic depth and smoky, pliant power…her sweet yearning vocal really soars." — Robert Bush, Jazz critic Johnson performs regularly throughout Southern California and the Western United States. She is currently working on new material for her next project. When she’s not working on music, Steph directs her creative energy towards social activism. In 2016 she co-founded Voices of Our City Choir, with fellow musician Nina Deering. What began as an organic collaboration between local musicians and people experiencing homelessness has grown into an internationally recognized performance ensemble and innovative nonprofit that uses music and arts to amplify the voices of people impacted by homelessness. Steph now serves as Voices’ Chief Executive Officer and Creative Director. Read more about Voices of Our City Here. Steph Johnson’s work and the formation of the Choir, was featured in the 2018 award-winning documentary “TheHomeless Chorus Speaks”, which aired on PBS. Her tireless dedication to her craft and the unsheltered community has earned her well- deserved recognitions, including 2020 “Woman of the Year”, a finalist for San Diego Magazine’s 2022 Activist of the Year, as well as “California Arts Champion” by Californians for the Arts, exemplifying Steph’s profound impact on the arts and society at large. Stay Connected with Steph Johnson! Facebook & Instagram

Malcolm Campbell remembers Don Lawson, the high school civics teacher who helped him understand the true value of education.

About a quarter — 25.3% — of all new cars registered in California in 2024 were electric cars, compared with 25% in 2023. The flat sales follow several years of rapid growth, and sales are still far below the state’s 35% target.

Join DrumatiX in a dynamic and interactive show that bursts with creativity and imagination, combining tap dance, body percussion, drumming, technology, and clowning. "DrumatiX joins Blue Man Group and Stomp in the feel-good, flawlessly-executed "rhythm genre"...this group has creativity in spades...do yourself a favor and go see it for yourself!" -Matt Ritchey/Gia on the Move The show follows the adventures of a group of friends who stumble upon unexpected items hidden in cardboard boxes. What starts as simple discoveries soon transforms into a symphony of rhythms and sounds, with surprises and plot twists at every turn! With lots of laughs and opportunities for audience participation, the talented group crafts mesmerizing A-Capella soundscapes using their bodies, feet, and an array of found items, drums, barrels, buckets, improvisation, and immersive technology. The group's creator and choreographer, Noa Barankin, draws inspiration from her diverse immigrant experiences, and every beat resonates with a unique blend of world rhythms and virtuosic artistry. Be prepared to be swept away as you snap, clap, and flap your way through the entire show and beyond with "Rhythm Delivered"! DrumatiX has performed at Lincoln Center and Symphony Space in NYC, Pasadena Playhouse's Family Fun Day, 24th Street Theatre in LA, Boston Museum of Fine Arts, has toured in NY at the Rochester Fringe Festival and Clayton Opera House, and has showcased in many festivals, theatres, and events. Corporate clients include the Boston Bar Association and globally for Cisco. DrumatiX is also on the MA Arts For Learning roster, performing and conducting rhythm residencies regularly in schools and educational programs. For more information visit: sdfringe.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

The Best Musical Revenue 2024 Directed by Ira Bauer-Spector & Catherine Caldwell Music Directed by Patrick Marion Breakthrough Workshop Theatre, now in its 12th Season, will continue its tradition of musical concerts with The Best Musical Revue 2024. Bringing together the timeless melodies and captivating stories of Broadway's most beloved productions, this one-night-only performance will showcase an array of unforgettable songs exclusively from shows that have received the coveted Tony Award for Best Musical. Exploring decades of Broadway history from classic masterpieces to contemporary sensations, Breakthrough Artists will have the opportunity to celebrate the diversity and innovation of the Broadway musical, showcasing the unparalleled craftsmanship of composers, lyricists, and performers who have graced the Tony stage. This “BWT in Concert” presentation is being presented free of charge for one performance only, and is co-sponsored by Coronado Public Library. Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/hold-jl-30215 Breakthrough Workshop Theater on Instagram and Facebook

Kay Sohini's graphic memoir, This Beautiful, Ridiculous City, tells a story of migration and redefinition. Gay Talese gathers many of his great pieces about the city in A Town Without Time.

The new 120-bed facility will bring much-needed behavioral health services to the North County, including mental health help for first responders.

Curator Michael Uslan highlights recent additions.