WORKING IN THE CITY: MEET THE SD CONVENTION CENTER’S NEW CEO

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Biggest Public Transit Fare Increase Since 2009 Coming This Year

MTS is also attempting to retain reduced fares for some riders, but concern exists that public transportation won’t be financially accessible

It’s No Queen’s Gambit, But Midnight Gaslamp Chess Club Is A Winner

Founder Quincy Brown says the downtown San Diego club is a great equalizer and a way for diverse individuals to meet, grow and expand personal limits

East Village Association To Make Internal Cuts After Loss Of Parking Funds

Without parking meter revenue, the EVA neighborhood group is proposing cuts to its administrative and public relations contracts

The Agony & Ecstasy Of Having Petco Park As A Neighbor

Energy. Excitement. Traffic. In downtown San Diego’s East Village, Padres game days keep local residents on their toes

Lucky Duck Foundation Remains A Powerful Advocate For Homeless Shelter Beds

CEO Drew Moser has stepped up the foundation’s call for building — not reducing — the regional capacity

Weeklong Ways To Celebrate Juneteenth In Downtown San Diego

Emancipation Day is being celebrated locally with concerts, workshops, dinners and all kinds of events that honor the end of slavery

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