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In the last few years, El Cajon has permitted less than 10 new homes per thousand residents — fewer than any other city in San Diego County.

El Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de Estados Unidos está gastando millones de dólares en publicidad televisiva en áreas metropolitanas selectas del país, con el objetivo de reclutar a policías locales frustrados con las restricciones de sus ciudades sobre la aplicación de leyes de inmigración para integrarlos en los esfuerzos de deportación masiva del presidente Donald Trump.

Experience the magic of our Artist Open House for the latest exhibit, "The Light Inside Us," on December 12, from 5:30–8 p.m. at the Brooks Theater Gallery (217 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA). This special exhibit explores the resilient, luminous core of the human spirit — the parts of us that continue to hope, connect, imagine, and love even in the face of difficulty. Meet the artists, explore the stories behind their work, and see how their dreams—once just a thought—have come to life. Enjoy light refreshments, ambient music, watch a guest artist at work, and connect with fellow art lovers, neighbors, and creatives. All are welcome! Oceanside Theatre Company on Facebook / Instagram

Ring in the New Year Roman-style at Roman Wolves in Little Italy on Wednesday, December 31 and Thursday, January 1 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Whether you’re toasting to 2026 with friends, planning a family meal, or starting the year with something memorable, Roman Wolves is serving up a celebratory holiday menu perfect for the occasion. Guests can choose from à la carte offerings or a $60 pre-fix menu featuring Roman classics. The menu includes antipasti like Mozzarella in Carrozza and Lamb Lollipops, signature pastas such as Pappardelle Ragu di Roma and Spaghetti Carbonara, and entrées like Filetto di Manzo and Pollo Romana. Finish your celebration with a sweet note, Cannoli or Tiramisu, because every New Year deserves a treat. Enjoy the lively Little Italy atmosphere and raise your glass to 2026. Reserve your table now at romanwolves.com or via OpenTable. Roman Wolves on Facebook / Instagram

The lack of consistent Spanish translation at local government meetings has locked many residents out of the democratic process.

The Coronado Historical Association invites you to join us for this month’s installment of the popular Wine & Lecture Series on Thursday, April 16 about "San Diego's South Bay Railroads"! Enjoy an engaging evening with Bruce Semelsberger, archivist at the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum, as we explore how the opening of the California Southern Railroad in 1885 transformed San Diego and sparked the Great Southern California Land Boom of the 1880s. Discover how San Diego’s would-be rail barons set their sights on Coronado and the South Bay—and find out what happened next in this fascinating chapter of local history. Join us on Thursday, April 16, at 5:30 p.m. for a wine & cheese reception followed by the lecture from 6 to 7 p.m. Coronado Historical Association on Facebook

Join Gelson’s Markets in spreading holiday cheer during its annual holiday toy drive, running December 1-17. All Gelson’s locations will feature festive red bins where customers can donate new, unwrapped toys for children and teens across Southern California. This year’s drive supports returning regional partners, with all San Diego stores benefiting Promises2Kids. Only new, unwrapped gifts for infants, children and adolescents can be accepted. Suggested items include educational toys, dolls, action figures, craft kits, coloring books, board games, sports gear, books, gift cards, socks, blankets, makeup, pajamas, movies and more. Items that cannot be accepted include stuffed toys, toys filled with pellets or beans, fragile items, toys with sharp edges, violent-themed items, and food products. For more information, visit https://www.gelsons.com/events/view/toydrive. Gelson’s Markets on Instagram

The Coronado Historical Association invites you to join us for this month’s installment of the popular Wine & Lecture Series on Thursday, March 19. "Rooted in History: The Coronado Flower Show's Century of Blooms" will dive into the vibrant history of the Flower Show, a community tradition spanning over 100 years. Join our panel of organizers as they share personal stories, behind-the-scenes insights, and the show's evolution from a village event to a cherished community centerpiece. Join us for a wine & cheese reception at 5:30 p.m., followed by the panel discussion from 6 to 7 p.m. Coronado Historical Association on Facebook

The Coronado Historical Association invites you to join us for this month’s installment of the popular Wine & Lecture Series on Thursday, February 19th! Enjoy a captivating evening with a fascinating look into the life and legacy of Ellen Browning Scripps (1836–1932)—the celebrated philanthropist who appeared on the cover of Time Magazine in 1926 after giving away the equivalent of $100 million to institutions such as the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Scripps Memorial Hospital, and Scripps College. This engaging lecture will explore Scripps’s remarkable career as a journalist, her lifelong dedication to social advocacy, and the pivotal role she played in shaping modern philanthropy. We will also highlight the broader legacy of women in philanthropy—a powerful tradition of leadership that continues today. Join us for a wine & cheese reception at 5:30 p.m., followed by the lecture from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Visit: https://coronadohistory.org/calendar/event/ellen-browning-scripps-new-money-and-american-philanthropy/ Coronado Historical Association on Facebook

The Coronado Historical Association invites you to the first lecture in the 2026 Spring Wine & Lecture Series Coronado's Owner's Before the Beach Company: A Cast of Characters. Join us as Christian Esquevin helps us discover Coronado’s history before Babcock and Story. Coronado’s long history is witnessed on land titles, bearing names like a 19th-century novel, which stretch back to the Mexican land grants and the days of whaling ships in Coronado. A review of those names discovers important persons in the history of California and the country. Join us on Thursday, January 15, at 5:30 p.m. for a wine & cheese reception followed by the lecture from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Visit: https://coronadohistory.org/calendar/event/coronados-owners-before-the-beach-company-a-cast-of-characters/ Coronado Historical Association on Facebook