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A few years ago, experts worried about a "new normal" of elevated violent crime in the U.S. Now the country is flirting with breaking its all-time low murder rate

Get a first look at one of Encinitas’ most colorful traditions at the Encinitas Arts Alive 2026 Banner Launch! On May 9 from 3–5 p.m. at the Encinitas Community Center, experience an inspiring afternoon celebrating the artists who bring Coast Highway to life each summer. Explore all 85 original banners up close before they’re displayed along Historic Coast Highway this summer, meet the creatives behind the work, and hear the stories that sparked each piece. Enjoy live music by The Red Fox Tails, plus refreshments and snacks in a festive, community atmosphere. Free and open to all—come celebrate the art, the artists, and the spirit of our coastal town! Art Can't Hurt You on Instagram

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration on Tuesday over access to the Otay Mesa Detention Center.

The GOP bill signed by President Trump provides roughly $70 billion for immigration enforcement, even as Democrats warn that Congress has ceded its oversight role with the legislation.

The Blank Table returns for its seventh season in San Diego, kicking off a new chapter of immersive dining unlike anything else in the city. Designed as a secret dinner experience, this evening brings together 60 curated guests for a multi-sensory night of cuisine, cocktails, and culture. The location, revealed only 24 hours before, is transformed into a thoughtfully designed environment where every detail is intentional and nothing is expected. Guests will enjoy a five-course pre-fixed menu paired with bespoke cocktails, crafted by some of San Diego’s most innovative culinary and beverage talent. With sound, design, and storytelling woven into every moment, the experience extends far beyond dinner. It becomes a cultural gathering. This season, we go all in with elevated production, deeper creative collaboration, and a continued commitment to reinvesting in the local community. A portion of the proceeds supports Feeding San Diego. This is where the season begins. And like everything at The Blank Table, what happens here will not happen again. The Blank Table on Facebook / Instagram

Michigan Gov. Whitmer is one of four Democrats who sent their states' National Guard troops to Washington, D.C. ahead of America 250 celebrations in recent weeks, amid President Trump's ongoing — and controversial — deployment in the city.

Stream with KPBS+ on Friday July 3 at 5 p.m. PT / 8 pm E.T. Premieres Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 9 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. on KPBS TV. Kick off the historic 250th Anniversary weekend celebration the night of July 3rd from the U.S. Capitol with a front-row seat to the nation's biggest birthday party full of song, dance and fireworks! This 46th annual concert features world-renowned artists and the National Symphony Orchestra.

The deaths occurred as crews battled multiple fires across a parched region. Two other firefighters were injured.

Join award-winning Chef Spencer Hunter of Lia’s Lumpia on February 22, 2026, from 6–8 p.m. at the San Diego History Center for a one-night Afro-Filipino Kamayan feast celebrating culture, family, and bold fusion cuisine. A San Diego native and finalist on Food Network’s Great Food Truck Race, Chef Spencer honors his Filipino grandmother’s culinary legacy while blending it with his African American roots. He has taken first place for his Sisig Lumpia, cheffed for distinguished clientele ranging from corporate leaders to members of the British Royal Family, and continues to redefine what modern fusion cuisine can be. Gather around banana leaf–lined tables and enjoy a vibrant spread featuring Mac n Cheese Lumpia, BBQ Pulled Pork, Adobo Fried Chicken, Filipino Spaghetti, Jasmine Rice, Collard Greens with smoked turkey, Coconut Cornbread with calamansi butter, and more. Tickets include appetizers, kamayan feast, complimentary beverages, and after-hours admission to SDHC exhibits, including Taste San Diego: Filipino Culinary Journeys. Seating is limited. Reserve your seat today Chef Spencer Hunter on Facebook / Instagram

Legislators approved a redesigned health tax that shifts more cost onto privately insured Californians to help preserve billions in federal Medi-Cal funding. A family of four could pay $400 more a year in premiums — but the tax still needs federal approval from the Trump administration to take effect.