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The CSUSM cougar logo is seen under signage for "The Quad" student housing, Oct. 9, 2026.
Jacob Aere
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KPBS
Public Safety
CSU San Marcos students speak out following series of reported campus rapes this semester
Jacob Aere
California State University, San Marcos has strengthened safety and security measures in recent weeks. Some students see it as a substantial change; others say it’s not enough.
A group of residents gathered in front of Escondido City Hall on Oct. 7, 2026, to protest the proposed ice arena at Kit Carson Park.
Carolyne Corelis
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KPBS
Living
Community backlash mounts over proposed ice arena in Escondido
Alexander Nguyen
A man walking his dog on the property slated for a housing development on Ponto Drive in Carlsbad, Calif., Oct. 8, 2026.
Carolyne Corelis
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KPBS
Living
California Coastal Commission clears way for 120 townhomes near South Ponto Beach
Alexander Nguyen
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San Diego GPS-guided Driving Tour

San Diego GPS-guided Driving Tour: Must-See Scenic Sights With a San Diego Local

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 7 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2027
Various Locations in San Diego County
$19.99
Lost Temple Tavern Pop-Up

Lost Temple Tavern Pop-Up at Margaritaville Hotel San Diego

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 7 AM
Ongoing until October 31, 2026
Landshark Bar and Grill
Free Entry
A Spooktacular Stay in the Halloween Adventure Suite

A Spooktacular Stay in the Halloween Adventure Suite

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 7 AM
Ongoing until October 31, 2026
Lakehouse Hotel & Golf Resort
Carlsbad GPS-guided Walking Tour

Carlsbad GPS-guided Walking Tour: The Village by the Sea

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 8 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2027
Various Locations in Carlsbad
$14.99 -19.99
La Jolla GPS-guided Walking Tour: Must-see Sights with a La Jolla Local

La Jolla GPS-guided Walking Tour: Must-see Sights with a La Jolla Local

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 8 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2027
Various Locations in La Jolla
$14.99-$19.99
Discover UC San Diego: A GPS-Guided Walking Tour

Discover UC San Diego: A GPS-Guided Walking Tour for Prospective Students, Parents, New Staff and You!

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 8 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2027
UCSD Town Square
$14.99
Kids Free in October 2026

Kids Free in October 2026

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 8 AM
Ongoing until October 31, 2026
Multiple locations
Free
Pumpkin Patch and Activities at the Patch

Bates Nut Farm Pumpkin Patch 2026

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 9 AM
Ongoing until October 31, 2026
Bates Nut Farm
Free
Pumpkin Patch at Mountain Valley Ranch

Pumpkin Patch at Mountain Valley Ranch

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 9 AM
Ongoing until October 31, 2026
Mountain Valley Ranch
Free
Goff Family Pumpkin Patch at Liberty Station

Goff Family Pumpkin Patch at Liberty Station

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 9 AM
Ongoing until October 31, 2026
Goff Family Pumpkin Patch
Free
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