San Diego

Jul 2, 2026
For this social worker and tour guide, retirement means working two jobs
Courtesy Cheryl Alexander
Cheryl Alexander is a social worker in San Diego, California who also leads tours of the Italian countryside.
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Sep 13, 2023
Fish tacos for about $1?
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El Pueblo Mexican Food, a family-owned restaurant chain in San Diego, California, is bucking price trends.
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Jul 22, 2020
A virtual Comic-Con means opportunities, for some
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For the first time in its 50-year history, San Diego Comic-Con has been canceled. Organizers are moving some events online.
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Jul 19, 2019
Comic-Con at 50: still the place for epic fandom
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What started as a small gathering of comics enthusiasts in 1970 has turned into a massive testament to the power of fandom.
Jul 20, 2018
The extraordinary power of Comic-Con and pop culture
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Comic-Con International: San Diego has been a mainstay for over 40 years. Why is that?
Mar 12, 2018
As President Trump heads to California, an update on money for the border wall he wants with Mexico
President Donald Trump plans to visit California this week. He’s expected to stop in San Diego to take a look at prototypes for a border wall with Mexico. But the big question still looms: How much will it cost, and will Congress fund it? Click the audio player above to hear the full story.
Jan 10, 2018
Tijuana’s hip food scene and affordable rent are enticing Californians to move south of the border
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"An American can just be a dishwasher and live here like a king."
Sep 11, 2017
San Diego Mayor on the impact of NAFTA and Congressional action on DACA
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Republican Mayor Kevin Faulconer on the importance of Congressional action for DACA and how NAFTA has meant billions for San Diego.
Jan 14, 2017
5 economic takeaways about the Chargers’ move to Los Angeles
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It’s the nation’s second-largest media market. What does that mean for the former San Diego team?
Sep 1, 2016
Border communities seek economic integration
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With the campaigns focused on immigration, a look at the cross-border economy.