Silent Movie Mondays At San Diego's Balboa Theatre: A Night of Timeless Laughter Accompanied By Live Music

Silent films may have no dialogue, but at Silent Movie Mondays inside downtown San Diego's Balboa Theatre, the laughter, cheers, and live music fill the room just as they did over a century ago. On Monday night, a near-capacity crowd packed into the beautifully preserved 100-year-old theater for a Charlie Chaplin triple feature, proving that some things - like slapstick comedy and well-timed pratfalls - never go out of style.

Joann Fabrics & Crafts Now Closing All San Diego Stores As Company Shuts Down Nationwide

Just weeks after announcing plans to close most of its national store, including four San Diego locations, Joann Fabrics & Crafts has confirmed that all stores, including the last remaining ones in El Cajon and National City, will shut down as part of a full liquidation of the company.

Fresh Off "Retirement Tour" Elton John To Headline 2025 Concert For Cures At San Diego's Petco Park

Fresh off his "retirement tour", music legend Elton John is set to return to San Diego this spring for a one-night-only benefit concert at Petco Park. The iconic singer-songwriter will headline the 2025 Concert for Cures on May 9, an event hosted by Curebound, a local nonprofit dedicated to funding adult and pediatric cancer research.

Orange County-Based Milk & Cookies Dessert Shop Opens New Location in Downtown San Diego

An Orange County-based dessert shop chain, Milk & Cookies, has officially opened its first San Diego location in the heart of downtown's East Village.

Vehicle Incident At Powerhouse Park In Del Mar Leaves Two Injured

A serene Sunday afternoon at Powerhouse Park in Del Mar turned alarming when a vehicle veered off Coast Boulevard, jumped a curb, and crashed into the park, injuring two people. 

China Max Reopens In San Diego's Kearny Mesa After Nearly Five Years Following Devastating Fire

China Max, a beloved Kearny Mesa restaurant once famed for its Cantonese cuisine, has reopened after nearly five years of closure following a devastating fire, but with a new ownership team and a transformed concept centered on dumplings and noodles. 

Puesto Modern Mexican Restaurant Set To Open New Location In San Diego's Sorrento Valley

Puesto, the modern Mexican restaurant chain known for its artisan cuisine and vibrant drink offerings, is preparing to expand its presence in San Diego with a new location in Sorrento Valley. 

Vistal At InterContinental San Diego Hosts Exclusive Spiny Lobster Dinner & Demonstration On February 28

Vistal, InterContinental San Diego's signature restaurant, is set to host an exclusive Spiny Lobster Dinner & Demonstration on Friday, February 28, in partnership with Chula Seafood, a local leader in sustainable seafood. This immersive dining experience promises to showcase the versatility of San Diego's prized spiny lobster, offering a unique blend of culinary artistry, expert insight, and breathtaking views.

San Diego Police Department Releases Video Of Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting Of 16-Year Old Boy Near Santa Fe Depot

The San Diego Police Department has released video footage of the officer-involved shooting that resulted in the death of a 16-year-old boy as he fled gunfire from another shooter on the night of January 28 near the Santa Fe Depot in downtown San Diego.

San Diego Restaurants Ordered Closed This Week (February 14-20) By County Health Department

Here is the weekly list of San Diego County restaurants that have faced temporary closures and downgraded status due to health inspections from February 14-20, 2025. 

Hooters Restaurants On The Brink Of Bankruptcy: San Diego County’s Last Two Locations Face Uncertain Future

Hooters restaurant chain, known for its scantily-clad waitresses and signature chicken wings, is teetering on the edge of financial collapse, raising concerns about its last two remaining San Diego locations. 

Moulin Rouge The Musical Set To Dazzle San Diego With Limited Engagement At Civic Theatre

San Diego theatergoers are in for a treat this summer as Moulin Rouge The Musical brings its dazzling spectacle to the San Diego Civic Theatre for a limited engagement from June 24 to July 6, 2025.

Protests Target PB Shore Club Over Weekly Goldfish Races In San Diego's Pacific Beach

For the past several weeks, protesters have gathered outside PB Shore Club in San Diego's Pacific Beach neighborhood, opposing the bar's decade-old tradition of hosting goldfish races. 

'Elf' & 'Friday' Actor Faizon Love Accused Of Assaulting San Diego Hotel Employee

A hotel employee in San Diego has filed a lawsuit against actor and comedian Faizon Love, alleging he attacked her, causing a concussion. The incident has led to a felony charge of assault with a deadly weapon against Love, with an active arrest warrant issued after he failed to appear in court.

Know Your Rights: ICE Raids & San Diego’s Restaurant Industry

San Diego's restaurant industry is facing increased scrutiny as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) intensifies its raids, bringing the city’s role as both a border town and a sanctuary city into sharp focus. With federal immigration enforcement at odds with California’s protective policies, local restaurant owners and workers must understand their legal rights to safeguard their businesses and employees. In a climate of heightened immigration enforcement, knowing what ICE can and cannot do is critical for navigating this evolving landscape.

San Diego Sees Nearly 300 Restaurant Closures For Vermin This Fiscal Year

San Diego's restaurant industry is under scrutiny as the County's Department of Environmental Health and Quality (DEHQ) has reported nearly 300 restaurant closures due to vermin infestations in the current fiscal year.

San Diego Padres Fans Rally To Restore North Park Mural After Dodgers-Inspired Vandalism

San Diego Padres fans in North Park are rallying to replace a beloved mural that was vandalized with Dodgers graffiti.

Italian Restaurant Chain Buca Di Beppo Reopens In Downtown San Diego Following Bankruptcy Sale

Buca di Beppo is making a comeback in downtown San Diego, reopening in the Gaslamp Quarter after closing its original location in 2023. The new restaurant occupies a long-vacant space on J Street, previously home to Du-par's Diner, marking a fresh chapter for the Italian chain as it emerges from financial struggles.

Body Found Near Ocean Beach Pier, Feared Could Be Missing San Diego Kayaker

A surfer’s sighting of a human body floating near San Diego's Ocean Beach Pier on Wednesday morning triggered a rapid response from authorities and raised speculation about the fate of Danny Marron, a 40-year-old kayaker missing since Valentine's Day. Later that afternoon, a body was recovered near Cape May Avenue Beach, though its identity remains unconfirmed, leaving Marron's family and the community in suspense.

Disgraced Former San Diego Supervisor Nathan Fletcher Accused Of Misusing Campaign Funds For Legal Defense

Former San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher is facing new allegations, this time involving claims that he misused over $1.1 million in campaign funds to pay for legal defense related to a sexual harassment lawsuit.