I recently read a story that terrified me. It was this story in The New York Times about a mountain lion in the northern California town of Georgetown who attacked two brothers on a trail, killing one of them.I know there are mountain lions in Mission Trails, where I frequently hike with my son. I a

By MATT OTTThe average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. eased for the third week in a row, a smidgen of relief for prospective home shoppers getting into the market before the busy spring homebuying season starts.Related ArticlesBusiness | Pressure builds from Coastal Commission to trim San Di

Today’s internet is a whole new world, one tightly controlled by invisible algorithms that users may or may not appreciate. The way we talk to one another on social media reflects that. Algospeak—strategic wording to ensure that posts about controversial subjects don’t get users “shadow banned,” or

Love is in the air this February, but your relationship isn’t the only thing heating up around Valentine’s Day. This month features arguably the best 10-day stretch of sports all year. The San Diego Legion’s season opener kicks things off on February 16, then a week-and-a-half later the SheBelieves

As the weekend leads into Super Bowl LIX, there are many ways to spend the days before Sunday’s kickoff. Those looking for some small artwork to liven up their homes can begin searching through the Teeny Tiny Art Mart’s collection of almost 1,500 pieces. San Diegans can celebrate Black History Month

A multi-family housing developer has purchased an empty office building in one of San Diego’s key employment hubs with the expressed intent of creating hundreds of apartments in an area where there are none currently.In late December, Dallas-based JPI bought the 3.65-acre site at 9444 Waples St. in

This is a comedy. You will laugh. You might not want to, but the Lafayette family’s antics of estrangement will force at least a chuckle and maybe even a face-covering gasp.Set in 2011, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ Tony Award-winning play (Best Revival in 2024), Appropriate, is, at face value, a run-of-t

In an effort to avoid lopsided real estate deals like the one for 101 Ash St. that has cost taxpayers hundreds of millions for a building that still cannot be safely occupied, the City Council on Monday revised the way San Diego will approve future property leases and acquisitions.Council members un

You wouldn’t want to get into a staring contest with Mayor Todd Gloria.That is clear as the mayor— fresh from defeating San Diego police officer Larry Turner to secure another four years in office—lays out his game plan for his second term. Speaking from his 11th-floor office in downtown San Diego,

Exercise of any kind—especially team sports—can be great for kids’ mental health. While little ones run around outside, they’re also learning to be part of a team, overcome challenges, and accept losses.But for kids who are neurodivergent or have mental health challenges, recreational leagues or tea

By Aaron Leibowitz, Miami HeraldMIAMI — A Dubai-based developer has unveiled the details of an ultra-luxury project on the Surfside property where a building collapse in 2021 left 98 people dead and shattered a community.Related ArticlesNational News | Trump hits China, Canada, Mexico with tariffs i

One night, in the midst of an argument, my then-boyfriend began to pace throughout his apartment. We had been talking for nearly an hour before he got up, left the living room, retreated into his bedroom, and changed into his pajamas. As I continued to try and share how his actions made me feel, he

This is the final installment in a four-part series. Find week one, week two, or week three here to catch-up on everything you missed. I spent the weekend hungover after getting drunk on a Friday. Despite being a frequent drinker, I don’t usually tip over that edge. I don’t know why I did this time.

Anchi Mei has always been drawn to the intersection of people, place, and purpose. Born in Taipei and raised in the U.S. in a working-class Chinese-American household, she grew up with a deep understanding of the immigrant experience—both the challenges and the untapped potential. That awareness sha

After a particularly bad relationship ended in 2023, tiny pieces of me covered the streets of San Diego, filling every pothole and sidewalk crack with the parts of my heart shattered by that love.I scrolled TikTok daily, watching every influencer and content creator who offered advice on how to heal

In February of 2000, Lauren Krause—a then-31-year-old NBC 7 anchor—donned a red dress and red lipstick and showcased her bare back on the cover of San Diego Magazine, turning to gaze at readers with flirtatious blue eyes. The words “Sexy San Diegans” sat prominently beside her photo.Inside the issue

San Diego-based Snuggle Shield, founded by UCSD nurse and mom Nicole Noar, is on a mission to protect the most vulnerable: newborns and their families. The company, which created the first air-filtering infant car seat cover designed to shield infants from wildfire smoke, viruses, and pollution, has

By ALEX VEIGAThe average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. eased for the second week in a row, but remains just below 7%, little relief for prospective home shoppers looking ahead to the spring homebuying season.Related ArticlesReal Estate | San Diego is falling behind other cities in home pric

San Diego offers plenty of beautiful spots for romantic outings, but sometimes all you need for a memorable Valentine’s Day is some good food. And you’re in luck—there’s no shortage of San Diego restaurants offering up everything from comforting fare in a cozy atmosphere to intimate candlelit dinner

This weekend, San Diegans can do it all: volunteer, catch a Broadway show, purchase handmade miniature dollhouses, you name it. Plus, historic women in the fields of chemistry and photography will get their due with the theatrical drama The Half-Life of Marie Curie at New Village Arts and the openin