San Diego-Based The BXNG Club To Permanently Close All Locations

San Diego's luxury fitness scene is facing a sudden blow as The BXNG Club, a high-end boxing gym with locations in East Village, Solana Beach, and Rancho Bernardo, plus a planned outpost in Los Angeles’s Arts District, announced it will permanently shutter all branches.

Blick Art Materials Leaving San Diego’s Little Italy After Decades As Area Art Store

After serving as a creative cornerstone in San Diego's Little Italy for generations, Blick Art Materials is packing up its paints and brushes to leave its long-standing location on India Street.

Body Discovered Near The Rady Shell At Jacobs Park Prompts Investigation In Downtown San Diego

San Diego authorities are delving into a mysterious discovery after a body was found floating in the waters near The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, a cherished open-air music venue nestled within Embarcadero Marina Park South. 

Chef Steve Brown Exits Swagyu Burger Bar Amid East Village Opening And Trail Of Unfulfilled Ventures

Chef Steve Brown, the founder of Swagyu Burger Bar, announced his departure from the San Diego-based company he launched in 2020, right before the newest location is set to open in East Village. 

Public Records Reveal Reasons Behind Civico 1845 Restaurant’s Temporary Closure In San Diego's Little Italy

Public records from the San Diego County Department of Environmental Health and Quality shed light on why Civico 1845, a beloved Italian eatery in Little Italy, was forced to temporarily close on March 12, 2025. 

Chocolat Bistro Closes In San Diego's Hillcrest After 15 Years

San Diego’s Hillcrest neighborhood has bid an unexpected farewell to one of its longstanding culinary gems, Chocolat Bistro, which has quietly closed its doors after more than 15 years of operation.

Matt Gaetz’s New Chapter In America's Finest City: A Controversial Political Figure Spotted Around Town Since Joining San Diego-Based Far-Right News Network

Matt Gaetz, the former Florida congressman known for his polarizing political career, has reportedly taken up part-time presence in San Diego, where he has recently been spotted around town. This move coincides with his new role as a talk show host for One America News Network, a far-right media outlet headquartered on Morena Boulevard.

Cats & Crystals Cat Cafe Opens In San Diego’s North County

Cats & Crystals is a unique new spot now open in San Diego's North County, blending feline charm with a whimsical twist that's sure to captivate animal lovers and curious visitors alike.

Boba Religion Brings Victorian Whimsy & Organic Flavors To San Diego's Kearny Mesa

Boba Religion, a Victorian Alice in Wonderland-themed coffee and boba tea shop, is celebrating its grand opening in San Diego’s Kearny Mesa neighborhood.

San Diego's Hawthorn Coffee To Close North Park Location After 10 Years

Hawthorn Coffee, a beloved fixture in San Diego’s North Park neighborhood, will close its doors on Adams Avenue by month's end following nearly a decade serving the community.

Sabor Piri Piri East African Kitchen & West Coast Hot Chicken Opens In San Diego's South Bay

The local dining scene just got a flavorful boost with the opening of Sabor Piri Piri East African Kitchen & West Coast Hot Chicken in San Diego’s South Bay. 

Dr. Bronner’s Soap Company Settles Wrongful Death Lawsuit Over Employee’s Ketamine Massage Death In San Diego

San Diego-based Dr. Bronner's, a prominent natural soap company, has reached a settlement with the family of Denise Lozano, a former employee who died in 2022 following a ketamine massage allegedly facilitated by the company. The resolution, announced just four months after the wrongful death lawsuit was filed in San Diego County Superior Court on December 9, 2024, brings an end to a legal battle that raised serious questions about the company's practices regarding psychedelic use among its staff.

San Diego's Beloved Starlite Bar & Restaurant Reopens As Space-Age Hipster Haven After More Than Yearlong Closure

San Diego's nearly 20-year-old Starlite Bar & Restaurant has reopened in the Middletown neighborhood after a 14-month closure and a top-to-bottom renovation by new owners Consortium Holdings.