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This may have been a year when Latin music exploded globally, but the Alt.Latino and El Tiny host also sensed a desire among musicians for softness and stillness.

In what lawyers are saying is a new escalation of President Donald Trump’s mass deportation program, Immigration Customs and Enforcement agents are arresting people during their green card appointments, the last step before becoming a permanent resident.

The family’s demand comes after the El Centro Police Department released a highly-edited compilation of body camera-footage Wednesday, over a month after the shooting of Mikey Jimenez.

As the year comes to a close, we reflect on some of the biggest KPBS stories of the year with the reporters who covered them.

Percussionist, conductor, and author Steven Schick will present three important frameworks of my UC San Diego collaboration: works commissioned from UC San Diego composers (Brian Ferneyhough and Rand Steiger), collaboration with graduate student musicians (Carlos Rosas in Dmaathen), and project development, especially in the realm of music technology with colleagues (Shahrokh Yadegari). This concert kicks off his 2026 series: In a Community of Musicians, a series of concerts that reflect on his time at UC San Diego, collaborating with many phenomenal musicians. UC San Diego Music on Facebook / Instagram

Learn how to make authentic spicy, fermented kimchi at home! Includes your own take-home jar of kimchi. Learn: We'll explain fermentation and have a brief discussion about the benefits of making and eating fermenting foods, and the history and different styles of kimchi. Demo: We'll show you how easy it is to start making fermented foods yourself at home! We'll demo some simple seasonal fermented recipes which are loaded with healthy "probiotic" bacteria. Taste: We'll have a variety of fermented kimchi styles to sample. Do It Yourself: Roll up your sleeves and make your very own batch of spicy kimchi to take home and ferment. Note: The workshop will take place on a local farm and is an outdoor covered venue. Save $12 when you bring a friend or posse! (Each guest must have a ticket). Well-behaved children under 12 can join free with paid adult. Fermenters Club on Facebook / Instagram

A summit for women rewriting the rules of success—balancing ambition, motherhood, and meaning through life’s beautiful chaos. Panel Topic: “Evolving Without Apology” — Women who’ve redefined success after motherhood, divorce, or burnout. Location: 800 Broadway, 40th Floor ATTENDEE ITINERARY — WHAT TO EXPECT Breakfast & Lunch by Frost Me Café & Bakery 8:15–8:45 AM | Check-In & Registration Grab your name badge, notebook, and pen. Get ready to connect. 8:30–9:30 AM | Breakfast, Coffee & Connection Ease into the day with coffee, conversation, and community. 9:35–10:00 AM | Keynote: “Define Your Own Success” Our keynote speaker sets the tone for the day — truth, resilience, and redefining what success really means. 10:00–11:00 AM | Panel: “Trailblazing Through the Chaos” Three powerhouse women share how they’re balancing ambition, motherhood, and meaning. 11:15–12:15 PM | Lunch & Shoppable Market (Patio) Enjoy gourmet sandwiches and mixed greens by Frost Me Café, and explore our local women-owned vendors. 12:15–12:30 PM | Movement & Intention Gathering with Move With Steko Reset your energy and set intentions for what’s next. 12:30–2:00 PM | Huddle Sessions Three rotating 30-minute small-group sessions. You’ll connect with dynamic hosts who’ll share real-life wisdom, tips, and mindset shifts to inspire your next chapter. Huddle Hose - Jaymie Tarshis is a highly-sought after Facebook Ads Strategist + Consultant that’s been featured in Yahoo! News, Medium, Thrive Global, and Yahoo! Finance as one of the 10 Ad Experts To Watch. Her passion is helping impact-driven coaches, course creators, and service providers leverage the power of ads to attract leads & sales on autopilot so they don’t have to post every day, create more content, or show up online 24/7 in order to grow and scale their businesses. Since 2019, Jaymie has taught thousands of business owners through her programs and services and has helped clients generate over $10 million in revenue to date. 2:15–3:30 PM | Celebratory Cocktail Hour Craft Cart cocktails, mocktails, light bites, music, and community. Reflect, laugh, and celebrate a day of growth and connection.

Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine, located at Pendry San Diego in downtown’s bustling Gaslamp Quarter, will debut “Martini Tuesdays” starting Jan. 13. The new weekly event will invite guests to sip, savor and unwind with $6 martinis with the purchase of an entrée from 5 to 9 p.m. every Tuesday. Ideal for a post-work pick-me-up or a leisurely night out, guests can pair the handcrafted $6 martinis with Lionfish’s bold, flavor-driven menu. The lineup includes an espresso martini, a lemon drop martini, a dirty martini and a rotating selection, starting with a passionfruit martini. From land to sea, standout dishes crafted by Executive Chef and James Beard Smart Catch leader Jose “JoJo” Ruiz, include roasted truffle chicken with truffle butter, sourdough crust and chicken truffle jus; “angry” whole grilled fish with Thai basil, citrus, fermented chili, garlic butter sauce and grilled flatbread; and 36-ounce blue crab-crusted Black Opal Wagyu tomahawk, served with butter-braised asparagus and tarragon béarnaise; among others. Lionfish offers a full menu of fresh-catch seafood, prime meats, locally sourced ingredients and expertly crafted cocktails. The restaurant is open from 5 to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 5 to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. More information is available at LionfishSD.com. Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

Pancakes & Pups Fundraiser Friday, Jan. 16 at 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Breakfast Republic located at 2730 University Ave., San Diego Stop by for breakfast or bring your best friends for brunch and fill up on fantastic food and happy feelings. Breakfast Republic is generously donating 100% of the day's proceeds to San Diego Humane Society! Don't miss out on this delicious — and lifesaving! — breakfast in North Park. Breakfast Republic on Facebook / Instagram San Diego Humane Society on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok / X

Attend San Diego's Largest Business Growth Event! Founded in 2008, Small Business Expo is the largest business-to-business trade show, conference, and educational event in the United States, designed specifically for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and startups. Held live and in person across major U.S. cities, this dynamic one-day event brings together thousands of passionate small business professionals. Attendees can participate in workshops led by top industry experts, explore innovative vendors offering tools to grow their businesses, and network to build valuable new business relationships. Small Business Expo is your opportunity to take strategic action, equipping yourself with the resources and connections needed to immediately boost your business growth. Why Small Business Expo is the Must-Attend Event of the Year: - Exhibitor Hall: Discover cutting-edge products and services to help your business thrive. - Workshops & Keynotes: Learn from iconic business leaders - Speed Networking: Expand your professional network quickly and effectively. - Business Card Exchange: Promote your business and connect with like-minded professionals. - Industry Meet-Ups: Build relationships within your industry and beyond. Interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at the Small Business Expo? Contact us at (212)651-0700 or visit our Exhibitor Information page: https://www.thesmallbusinessexpo.com/exhibit/ Small Business Expo on Facebook / Instagram