Ben Read News Today

San Diego City Council approved a plan to restore coastal wetlands in parts of Mission Bay. Then, California state legislators are pushing for sober housing options for unhoused Californians. Plus, it has been 10 years since a tragic mass shooting near Santa Barbara. A new investigation looks into what lessons have been learned.

The musical was co-written by Omri Schein and Daniel Lincoln, who premiered their first musical, 'The Remarkable Mister Holmes,' in 2022 at North Coast Repertory Theatre

Far South/Border North is a new program that aims to support San Diego's thriving artist community. Plus, the Blue Water Film Festival returns with a focus on climate change. And finally, your weekend preview.

San Diego voters may see a tax measure on the November ballot in order to fund the city's stormwater infrastructure and disaster relief needs following the Jan. 22 storm. Plus, kids today do not have as much time to play freely as in decades past. We take a look at some of the causes, and how kids can benefit from having more unsupervised play time.

Chamber music group Camarada will present "In Search of Time," a concert experience that explores the nature of time through both music and visual art. Plus, our Midday Movies critics share their top 10 lists ahead of Oscar nominations.

Cybersecurity groups link the attacks against Taiwanese critical infrastructure to China.

EAST WENATCHEE — Leaning on a cane, Ben Read shuffled through an applauding crowd, many of whom he’d never met.

Niagara Falls Mayor Robert Restaino has once again made the “naughty list” of open government offenders compiled annually by a statewide non-profit organization that advocates for greater transparency in local

The 24/7 operation is housed in a modest building in the Ameriplex neighborhood, a sparsely populated and mostly industrial area south of the airport.

We preview some arts and culture events to check out ahead of Thanksgiving. Plus, Midday Movies critics discuss the films they’re thankful for.