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Beetlejuice The Musical Coming to San Diego
The stage adaptation of Tim Burton’s cult classic will appear downtown from Feb. 24 through March 1, 2026.
Balboa Park Sets Dates for 2026 Cherry Blossom Festival
The four-day event will once again celebrate Hanami, the centuries-old Japanese custom of appreciating the beauty of cherry blossoms.
Governor Marina del Pilar Expands Access to Art and Culture in Baja California
Baja California has launched over 160 arts and culture courses, reaffirming its commitment to fostering creativity statewide.
Mayor Norma Bustamante Inspects Major Road Rehabilitation in Mexicali
Crews have begun maintenance work on a key section of Salina Cruz Street, spanning from Oaxaca Avenue to Querétaro Avenue.
Balboa Park to Offer Free Parking This Monday
Parking throughout Balboa Park is free for visitors on all municipal holidays, with the exception of the San Diego Zoo lots.
Step into a Bioluminescent World at Birch Aquarium’s Oceans at Night
The evening offers ambient music, adult beverages, and exclusive after-hours access to the aquarium's exhibits.
Hello Kitty Café Truck Returns to Chula Vista in February 2026
Visitors can expect a treasure trove of official Sanrio collectibles and a sweet selection of Hello Kitty-themed treats
Rosarito Unanimously Approves Mayor’s 2026 Public Works Program
Mayor Rocío Adame’s proposals received unanimous approval from the Rosarito City Hall.
Chula Vista Pushes Ahead With Long-Awaited University Plans
After years of planning, state and local officials say the first phase of the project is now moving forward.
Permanent Resident Charged With Smuggling Migrants at San Ysidro
The case is one of 88 border-related filings announced this week by federal prosecutors in Southern California.
Julieta Venegas Opens Norteña Tour With Show in Tijuana
The Tijuana show marks a return to the city Julieta Venegas has long described as central to who she is and how she makes music.
Citywide Cleanup Brings Street and Lighting Upgrades to Tijuana
City crews worked across several neighborhoods this week, clearing debris and making targeted infrastructure improvements.
Trump Threatens Use of Insurrection Act in Minnesota
If invoked, the measure would allow the president to deploy active-duty troops or federalize the National Guard for domestic law enforcement.
Baja California Opens the Door to Alcohol Sales at Cinemas and Theaters
Movie theaters and live performance venues in Baja California will soon be allowed to sell alcohol, following a legislative reform approved by the state congress.
Long-Delayed Drainage Project Completed in Mexicali
A storm drainage project completed in Ampliación Solidaridad Social is designed to prevent water accumulation that has affected the neighborhood for decades.
Rosarito Crews Respond to House Fire in Los Ramos
City firefighters and social services quickly assisted a family after a fire destroyed their home in Rosarito’s Los Ramos neighborhood.
U.S. to Suspend Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries
The policy affects countries across Latin America, Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Caribbean, including Colombia, Cuba, Nicaragua, Brazil, and Uruguay.
Tijuana Sees Strong Start to Property Tax Collections
City officials say early property tax payments have pushed Tijuana’s collections past 198 million pesos in the first 11 days of January.
U.S. Embassy Reports Sharp Drop in Illegal Border Crossings
Alongside lower border encounters, the U.S. Embassy in Mexico reported that more than 605,000 people have been deported since Trump returned to office.
Rosarito Launches Push to Simplify Permits, Back Local Businesses
Playas de Rosarito officials have created interagency working groups to streamline business permitting and promote economic growth.