US negotiator Brett McGurk will release a book on the Hamas hostage crisis
A lead US negotiator for the release of hostages captured by Hamas during the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks in Israel will have a book out this fall
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His paintings are a chance to connect with others, and be kinder to himself
Figurative painter and fiber artist Miguel Camacho-Padilla is one of 12 artists featured in ArtSpectrum 2026, a group exhibition for LGBTQ artists on display through June 1 at Gallery 21 in Balboa Park
US bombing of Iran expands as American troops killed and Tehran retaliates against the Gulf states
The United States has conducted a new round of airstrikes targeting Iran after announcing the death of another American service member.
Judge leaning toward county inspection of Otay Mesa detention center
A federal judge indicated Wednesday that he will grant a request from San Diego County to conduct a public health inspection of the Otay Mesa Detention Center, though he said some of the county’s requests — such as having local lawmakers be part of the inspection team — will require additional arguments from the county. The county sued the federal government and private prison company CoreCivic earlier this year after a coalition of lawmakers — including County Supervisors Terra Lawson-Remer and Paloma Aguirre — were blocked from inspecting the facility. The county’s public health officer was provided access, but county […]
Some Japanese snack packages are turning black-and-white as Iran war depletes ink supply
The new packaging just has monochrome lettering.
As US Customs refines its tariff refund system, who gets in to apply is under dispute
A Customs and Border Protection official is set to testify about the government’s plans for refunding billions of dollars in Trump tariffs.
Trump administration warns more than 500 hospitals to provide more price information or face fines
The Trump administration has warned more than 500 hospitals that they are failing to provide the public with enough information about prices.
Lemon Grove advances scaled-back tenant protections ordinance
City leaders recommended minor tweaks to tenant protections after months-long deliberation.
Grateful dog owner describes mountain rescue after canine apparently ingests cannabis
Tokyo, a 5-year-old Labrador became disoriented and unable to walk.
Body-worn camera footage shows San Diego police officer fire at driver
The footage shows San Diego police Sgt. Jeffrey Houchins shoot at 35-year-old Janet Hammel who was allegedly driving directly at the officer on May 6