More than 130 guests filled the dining room at Callie for Feeding San Diego’s second annual Pairings with a Purpose Dinner Party, where chef-owner Travis Swikard served a four-course meal with wine pairings by sommelier Tracy Latimer. The evening raised over $300,000—enough to provide more than 600,

San Diego home price gains slowed to their lowest level in almost two years to start 2025.In January, the San Diego metropolitan area’s home price increased 3.39% annually, said the S&P Case-Shiller Indices report released this week. The highest gains in the 20-city index were in the New York metro

West Coast Nonprofit Data ConferenceApril 4–5Hosted at the University of San Diego’s Kroc Institute, this academic conference gathers nonprofit scholars to exchange ideas, research, and data-driven strategies. Fine Art and Craft Sale, Union Hall GalleryApril 4–6 & April 11–13Held over two weekends,

West Coast Nonprofit Data ConferenceApril 4–5Hosted at the University of San Diego’s Kroc Institute, this academic conference gathers nonprofit scholars to exchange ideas, research, and data-driven strategies. Fine Art and Craft Sale, Union Hall GalleryApril 4–6 & April 11–13Held over two weekends,

Downtown San Diego is at a crossroads. “The city has a golden opportunity to answer a really important question, which really is the question that every major city in America is wrestlingwith: What is a downtown for in this post-Covid, remote work era?” says Grant Oliphant, CEO of The Conrad Prebys

A very tight market for California rentals means tenants move less frequently than the typical U.S. apartment dweller.My trusty spreadsheet looked at a RentCafe scorecard tracking the challenges apartment seekers face in 139 U.S. markets – including 11 in California – as of early 2025. RentCafe’s ma

The project picked to remake San Diego’s sports arena site is coming into focus with new details on how the addition of thousands of apartments and a replacement arena will change the landscape of the 49-acre site, shift traffic patterns in a congested part of town, and promote biking and walking in

Another season of America’s national pastime begins Thursday when the San Diego Padres face off against the Atlanta Braves in an afternoon matchup. Even if you’re not catching the game, there are still ways to get in on the fun, like the Hilton Bayfront and Made in San Diego’s Opening Day pop-up or

After real estate adviser Jason Hughes pleaded guilty to a criminal conflict-of-interest charge for accepting almost $10 million in fees while representing the city of San Diego in lease negotiations for two downtown properties, state regulators sought to revoke his license.The California Department

Whether large or small, exterior home renovations can greatly enhance your home’s curb appeal. From a redesigned second story to new landscaping to a fresh coat of paint, you can make a significant impact on any budget. Draw inspiration from these 15 examples of before-and-after home renovations.1.

It wasn’t until Poway native Anna Vaus left California to pursue music in Nashville that she realized just how much of an impact her roots had on her.Vaus found her voice in childhood, performing private concerts for her pets and creating boredom-induced music videos with her brother. Around age 6,

Just like that we’re a third of the year through the year and San Diego is hitting its stride as flowers bloom and the last bits of winter are burned off. The city is coming alive with some of the year’s most memorable events including La Jolla’s classic car show Concours d’Elegance, the Taste of La

Small cabins are affordable, low maintenance, and perfect for a simpler, nature-focused lifestyle. Whether for full-time living or a weekend escape, these cozy spaces typically range from 100 to 1,000 sq. ft. They are easy to customize and can grow with your needs.1. DIY Log Cabin With Classic Frame

If architecture is music frozen in time, this house sings. Rising from a steep La Jolla canyonside, three bold orange steel beams prop up a midcentury home like the saddle of a guitar cradling the strings. But here in the sky, the chords are muted. It’s quiet. Hawks circle just outside, enjoying the

Scandinavian houses, both the interior and exterior, are designed with regard to the natural environment. Scandinavian architecture is known for its clean lines and simple color palette. Yet, Scandinavian style houses are built with more than this in mind. They are built to respond to their location

By ALEX VEIGALOS ANGELES (AP) — Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes rose in February as easing mortgage rates and more properties on the market encouraged home shoppers.Related ArticlesReal Estate | Average US rate on a 30-year mortgage rises slightly for the second week in a row Real Estate | L

By ALEX VEIGA, AP Business WriterThe average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. rose slightly for the second week in a row, a modest setback for prospective home shoppers as the spring homebuying season ramps up.Related ArticlesBusiness | Amazon ends privacy feature that let Echo users opt out o

Soaring construction costs around the city of Los Angeles create another challenge to rebuilding efforts from wildfire damage.My trusty spreadsheet looked at cost indexes from Verisk tracking 34 regions statewide, including 12 in Southern California. In Los Angeles, costs rose 5.9% for the 12 months

The Port of San Diego is preparing to redevelop its 77-year-old Harbor Police Department headquarters on East Harbor Island and expects to spend up to $100 million to replace the aging facility, as the current buildings are said to be too small and too costly to maintain.Last week, the Board of Port

This weekend is a big one for country fans, with KSON Countryfest coming to Gallagher Square and genre star Kelsea Ballerini performing at Pechanga Arena, both on Saturday night. If the Studio 54 experience is more your style, try the funk-filled Mustache Bash at Mariner’s Point. Meanwhile, sports f