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Patricia Krenwinkel was 21 when she participated in the August 1969 murders. Her parole recommendation would need to be approved by Gov. Gavin Newsom, who rejected the last one in 2022.

The Old Globe invites friends and families from San Diego and beyond to celebrate the theatre’s longest resident playwright, William Shakespeare, with the Globe’s annual AXIS Event Happy Birthday, Mr. Shakespeare! on Saturday, April 19 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the Globe’s outdoor Copley Plaza in Balboa Park. The Bard’s birthday—his 461st!—is an exciting and festive occasion to celebrate his countless contributions to arts and culture around the world. The festivities will be hosted by our very own Arts Engagement Producer Eric Hagen and Natasha Harris and will include Shakespearean monologues and scenes performed by M.F.A. students from The Old Globe and University of San Diego Shiley Graduate Theatre Program, a fight choreography demonstration and workshop led by Ben Cole, a curated vinyl DJ set from Stevie Ortega accompanied with live instrumentals, an interactive performance and tap dance workshop by DrumatiX, and a crafts station for kids of all ages to enjoy. Plus, all attendees are invited to join in the “Happy Birthday” sing-along celebration with cupcakes. This event is free and open to everyone who wishes to attend. The Old Globe on Facebook / Instagram

Come celebrate National Tennis Month! San Diego Tennis Fest is a FREE afternoon of fun tennis games and on-court clinics for people of all ages and ability levels, from beginners to seasoned players. With 25 tennis courts being used at Balboa Tennis Club (2221 Morley Field Dr., San Diego, CA 92104), there are over 70 teaching pros from around San Diego County, many of which are RSPA/USPTA certified. New this year, many more adult beginner clinic courts, specially designed to help new adult players master the fundamentals—technique, movement, grips, and smart shot selection. This is a perfect opportunity to have your family and friends try tennis! To attend this year's Tennis Fest, register to secure your free tickets: https://www.sandiegotennis.com/tennis-fest Be one of the first 1,000 registered attendees to receive your exclusive San Diego Tennis Fest t-shirt while supplies last. Tennis Fest Schedule: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Beginner adult class #1 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Multiple racquet vendors will be on hand to provide product demos and information on court. 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Clothing vendors and other local business vendors will be on hand to help celebrate tennis. 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.: Beginner adult class #2 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.: RSPA/USPTA teaching pros and volunteers from all around San Diego gather for on-court clinics, skills and strategy for beginners to seasoned players. 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.: Intros, Ben Press award ceremony, an exhibition match, and opportunity drawing giveaways (must be present to win) are also part of the day. Enjoy the day with tennis friends and celebrate everything tennis. Tell a friend, bring a family member, everyone is invited! San Diego District Tennis Association on Facebook / Instagram

Thursday marks 80 years since Victory in Europe Day, when the Allies accepted Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender. The day will be marked with memorials and moments of silence across Europe.

U.S. drug deaths dropped by roughly 40% last year among people under the age of 35. It's a welcome pivot for families and communities devastated by fentanyl.

Nearly all white defendants were given the chance at parole. Nearly all Black defendants were not.

The world's highest concentration of data centers is in Virginia. Many residents are not happy about that.

Harrison Ruffin Tyler was just three generations from the White House, since his father and grandfather both fathered children in their 70s. The chemical engineer helped preserve his family's legacy.

San Diego Poetry Annual and San Diego Public Library present the 9th annual Steve Kowit Poetry Prize, given to deserving poets anywhere in honor of celebrated local poet Steve Kowit, a former teacher at San Diego State University and Southwestern College. Winners and Honorable Mentions are invited to read at the annual awards reception. The program honors late local poet Steve Kowit’s contributions to American poetry. The program will feature readings by the top three 2024 Steve Kowit Poetry Prize honorees and special appearances by all three existing San Diego Poet Laureates Paola Capó-García, Jason Magabo Prez, Ron Salisbury, and California Beat Poet Laureate Chris Vannoy. Winning and Honorable Mention poems are published in the San Diego Poetry Annual. Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/copy-2025-kowit-awards-and-san-diego-poetry-celebration-388380 San Diego Poetry Annual on Instagram and Facebook

What was once another shortened way to call a friend "brother," the word "bruh" is now being used widely, especially by Gen Alpha kids, to address parents, express sadness, frustration, happiness and seemingly everything else under the sun.