Podcasts about Balboa Park

A pair of fires scorch parts of the county Monday leading to evacuations. Then, the same San Diego City Council that last year approved paid parking in Balboa Park says “nevermind.” And Public Matters reporter Jake Gotta previews today's budget vote. Finally, a look at San Diego's indigenous history through the lens of America's semiquincentennial.

ATOS Convention CDs (ATOS Sales) ATOS 2026 Rochester Convention Details Start Name Artist Album Year Comments Vanessa Brett Valliant ATOS 2025 Milwaukee 2025 3-14 Wurlitzer, Riverside Theatre, Milwaukee, WI; 2025-07-24 3:56 When I Fall In Love Ben Forsthoffer ATOS 2025 Milwaukee Highlights 2 2025 3-14 Barton, Capitol Theatre (Overture Center), Madison, WI; 2025-07-24 8:36 Satyr Dance Richard Hills ATOS 2025 Milwaukee 2025 3-15 Wurlitzer, Oriental Theatre, Milwaukee, WI; 2025-07-25 11:25 Part Of Your World (The Little Mermaid) Aaron Hawthorne ATOS 2023 Chicago 2023 3-10 Wurlitzer, Tivoli Theatre, Downers Grove, IL; YTOE concert July 4, 2023 16:42 Every Day I Have The Blues Zach Frame ATOS 2023 Chicago Highlights 2 2023 3-30 Wurlitzer, Organ Piper Pizza, Milwaukee, WI; console from Seneca Theatre, Buffalo, NY; concert 2023-07-07 22:20 After The Cake Walk Tedde Gibson ATOS 2023 Chicago Highlights 1 2023 4-50 Paramount with Oriental Theatre console, Sheraton Hotel Ballroom, Naperville, IL; concert and silent movie (Captain January) 2023-07-05 24:52 Fanfare (Purvis) Jelani Eddington ATOS 2022 San Diego Highlights 1 2022 4-73 Austin, Opus 453, Spreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 28:55 Invierno Porteño Ryoki Yamaguchi ATOS 2022 San Diego Highlights 2 2022 4-24 Wurlitzer, Trinity Presbyterian Church, Spring Valley, CA (San Diego Chapter organ) 35:19 The Parrot (On The Fortune Teller's Hat) Dave Wickerham ATOS 2022 San Diego 2022 4-26 Robert Morton, Balboa Theatre, San Diego, CA 40:21 I Only Have Eyes For You Jerry Nagano ATOS 2019 Rochester Highlights 1 2019 4-23 Wurlitzer, Auditorium Theatre, Rochester, NY; Concert July 1, 2019 44:26 Idaho David Peckham ATOS 2019 Rochester Highlights 2 2019 4-32 Marr & Colton Hybrid, Clemens Performing Arts Center, Elmira, NY; Concert July 3, 2019 47:09 Somewhere In Time Nathan Avakian ATOS 2019 Rochester Highlights 1 2019 3-16 Wurlitzer, Riviera Theatre, North Tonawanda, NY; Originally a 3-11; Concert July 2, 2019 50:09 Wake Up And Live Chris Elliott ATOS 2018 Pasadena Highlights 2 2018 4-31 Wurlitzer, Founders' Church, Los Angeles, CA; concert July 3, 2018 54:05 The Boy Next Door Mark Herman ATOS 2018 Pasadena Highlights 2 2018 3-19 Wurlitzer, Bandrika Studios, Tarzana, CA; Formerly Fox Studios 58:57 The Liberty Bell Justin LaVoie ATOS 2018 Pasadena 2018 4-26 Wurlitzer, Vic Lopez Auditorium, High School, Whittier, CA; concert July 2, 2018

In this weeks episode of the VOSD Podcast we tackle some tough subjects and reveal a surprsiing deal the city made in regards to the trash fee. Islamic Center Tragedy: We discuss a horrific terrorist attack at an Islamic Center in Clairemont, where two teenagers killed three men before taking their own lives. The victims—a security guard, a neighbor, and a store manager—were praised as heroes for stopping the shooters and saving the approximately 140 children attending school inside the mosque. Major City Hall Compromise: We break down a massive political deal regarding the city's contentious trash fee and paid parking at Balboa Park. The city agreed to return free parking to Balboa Park by the end of the year and reduce the planned trash fee increase, capping it at $38.75 a month by 2027 instead of $55. In exchange, the Lincoln Club and local attorneys agreed to drop their ballot measure repeal campaign and end their ongoing litigation against the city. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It seems like Thor's rants are really starting to work out! It was announced just yesterday that the city of San Diego is looking to take a step back on the paid parking at Balboa Park! The only thing is there is still some approvals needed and the start date of this policy seems a little off... It's Throwback Thursday so of course we play Throwback Trivia. Things get crazy when Thor and Emily go head to head We all do things that feel embarrassing that are completely normal. Well we found a list of things that make us feel just that and see how much it effects us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It seems like Thor's rants are really starting to work out! It was announced just yesterday that the city of San Diego is looking to take a step back on the paid parking at Balboa Park! The only thing is there is still some approvals needed and the start date of this policy seems a little off... It's Throwback Thursday so of course we play Throwback Trivia. Things get crazy when Thor and Emily go head to head We all do things that feel embarrassing that are completely normal. Well we found a list of things that make us feel just that and see how much it effects us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lou on paid parking at Balboa Park has been eliminated.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The paid parking program at Balboa Park has ended! Geena covers all you need to know in news that matters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A guy was talking to a girl and after a while the topic of work came up. Turns out, this guys coworker is the girls ex-boyfriend. Is this allowed or will it cause some problems? Thor is going for the City of San Diego once again! This time he is confronting the stunts they are pulling to "help" the budget crisis by making cuts to MULTIPLE things around the city one of them being the beloved December Nights that takes place at Balboa Park every year. Today is the 40th anniversary of Top Gun, a movie that took place in San Diego. Well we found a list that ranks the top movies that take place in San Diego and break it down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thor is going for the City of San Diego once again! This time he is confronting the stunts they are pulling to "help" the budget crisis by making cuts to MULTIPLE things around the city one of them being the beloved December Nights that takes place at Balboa Park every year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thor is going for the City of San Diego once again! This time he is confronting the stunts they are pulling to "help" the budget crisis by making cuts to MULTIPLE things around the city one of them being the beloved December Nights that takes place at Balboa Park every year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A guy was talking to a girl and after a while the topic of work came up. Turns out, this guys coworker is the girls ex-boyfriend. Is this allowed or will it cause some problems? Thor is going for the City of San Diego once again! This time he is confronting the stunts they are pulling to "help" the budget crisis by making cuts to MULTIPLE things around the city one of them being the beloved December Nights that takes place at Balboa Park every year. Today is the 40th anniversary of Top Gun, a movie that took place in San Diego. Well we found a list that ranks the top movies that take place in San Diego and break it down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A portion of the southbound SR-163 will be shut down for maintenance and repairs this weekend. Debates over San Diego's budget woes have been taking center stage at this week's city council meetings. Balboa Park's iconic "December Nights" could be on the chopping block because of the budget crisis. Plus, tickets for the 2026 racing season at Del Mar are officially on sale. NBC7's Dana Williams breaks down those stories with today's forecast from meteorologist Brooke Martell on May 9, 2026.

This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with father and self defender Jason and discuss the day he took his young daughter to Balboa Park on a beautiful day in San Diego to ride her E-Bike when the day turned ugly as she was accosted by a stranger and things went terribly wrong.  Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved ones from criminal violence. On the ASP Podcast you will hear the true stories of life or death self defense encounters from the men and women that lived them. If you are interested in the Second Amendment, self defense and defensive firearms use, martial arts or the use of less lethal tools used in the real world to defend life and family, you will find this show riveting.  Join host and career federal agent Mike Willever as he talks to real life survivors and hear their stories in depth. You'll hear about these incidents and the self defenders from well before the encounter occurred on through the legal and emotional aftermath. Music: bensound.com

Editor's Note: This episode was recorded in March 2026, before the City of San Diego released its initial FY27 budget proposal. That proposal has since raised urgent questions about the future of public arts funding in San Diego, making Jonathon and Grant's conversation about arts, culture, and downtown's future especially timely. Jonathon Glus is the Prebys Senior Art & Design Fellow in Residence at the Downtown San Diego Partnership, working to help shape a bold vision for a more creative, vibrant, and connected downtown. A longtime arts leader, Jonathon brings national experience and a deep belief in the role artists, creative businesses, and cultural infrastructure can play in the life of a city. In San Diego, his work is focused on what it would take for downtown to become not only a place of business, but a civic and creative center worthy of the region's talent, beauty, and binational identity. This Episode: What role do arts and culture play in helping a city thrive? Jonathon and Grant explore why downtowns still matter, not just as business districts, but as civic centers where people gather, connect, experience beauty, and feel part of a shared life. Jonathon makes the case that arts and culture are essential to that work. They bring people into public spaces, support creative workers and small businesses, strengthen local identity, and help make a city feel alive. Together, they look at what San Diego can learn from other cities that have used creativity to reimagine their urban cores, while also naming the ingredients this region already has, from Balboa Park and historic buildings to its border-region identity and creative talent. At a moment when public arts funding is under serious threat, the conversation is a reminder that arts and culture are not extras. They are part of the civic infrastructure that helps communities build belonging, opportunity, and shared pride. If San Diego wants to be a global and inviting city, arts and culture need to be part of that story. Key Moments: [4:40] The shift from focusing only on cultural institutions to centering artists and creatives [8:50] Why affordability, space, and invitation matter for San Diego's creative workforce [22:15] How arts and culture can shape the next era of downtown [33:38] How imagination and grit can help San Diego move beyond a scarcity mindset [46:19] What a more creative downtown San Diego could look and feel like in five years Resources Mentioned in This Episode: San Diego Downtown Partnership – Organization working to support, strengthen, and reimagine downtown San Diego Balboa Park – San Diego's historic cultural park and one of the region's most beloved civic assets Creative Enterprise Zones – Policy and planning models used in cities such as London to protect and grow creative districts Pacific Standard Time – Getty-led regional arts initiative that brings museums and cultural organizations together around shared themes Take Action: Support Public Arts Funding – Pay attention to local budget decisions and speak up for arts and culture as essential civic infrastructure. Resources at sdartmatters.org. Visit Downtown with Fresh Eyes – Notice the public spaces, storefronts, historic buildings, and creative possibilities already present in the urban core. Support Local Artists and Creative Businesses – Seek out San Diego artists, designers, performers, galleries, studios, and cultural events. Find San Diego art events here. Make Space for Creativity – Whether you own property, lead an organization, or shape policy, consider how artists and creatives can be invited into the future of your community. Help Tell San Diego's Creative Story – Celebrate the artists and cultural voices that reflect the region's unique identity, from its natural environment to its transborder connections. Credits:This is a production of the Prebys FoundationHosted by Grant OliphantCo-Hosted by Crystal PageProduced by Adam Greenfield, Tess Karesky, Edgar Ontiveros Medina, and Crystal PageEngineered by Adam GreenfieldProduction Coordination by Tess KareskyVideo Production by Edgar Ontiveros MedinaThe Stop & Talk Theme song was created by San Diego's own Mr. Lyrical Groove.Special thanks to the Prebys Foundation TeamDownload episodes at your favorite podcatcher or visit us at StopAndTalkPod​cast​.comIf you like this show, and we hope you do, the best way to support this show is to share, subscribe

Laura spills the tea on her legendary stripper routine to “Battle Flag” by Lo Fidelity Allstars (the remix) — and it sounds amazing. Erik then brings us crashing back to reality with what that routine would actually look like today. We're not judging. Much. We're also obsessed with Alien Girls at the Old Globe Theater in Balboa Park — go see it!! Head to theoldglobe.org and use code GIRLS for 25% off your tickets. You're welcome. Erik wraps things up with a big, juicy Double D Showbiz Report. Hot takes, hot gossip — all of it. Don't miss it!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

The SKATCAST Network presents:The Dave and Angus Show #221Today's Show:Dave and Angus continue their journey through California, and this week they find themselves in San Diego. We send them to a cluster of museums in a place called Balboa Park where they spend a few days seeing some amazing things. It's planes, trains and automobiles, and monkeys, and bulges.Thank you for listening! Have a happy Thursday!!!Visit us for more episodes of SKATCAST and other shows like SKATCAST presents The Dave & Angus Show plus BONUS material at https://www.skatcast.com Watch select shows and shorts on YouTube: bit.ly/34kxCneJoin the conversation on Discord! https://discord.gg/XKxhHYwu9zFor all show related questions: info@skatcast.comPlease rate and subscribe on iTunes and elsewhere and follow SKATCAST on social media!! Instagram: @theescriptkeeper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scriptkeepersATWanna become a Patron? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/SkatcastSign up through Patreon and you'll get Exclusive Content, Behind The Scenes video, special downloads and more! Prefer to make a donation instead? You can do that through our PayPal: https://paypal.me/skatcastpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I'm talking to Allan Lavigne about disclosure and it's implications. Bio Allan Lavigne is a former investigator for the Aerial Phenomenon Research Organization from 1974-1980. He went on to a two-pronged career path spanning more than 45 years, as both a Physical Security Specialist and Intelligence Analyst in the private sector, working closely with the Joint Terrorist Task Force, FBI and Homeland Security. He is also an entertainment artist. His early work can be seen in the 1979 documentary UFOs are Real for which A.P.R.O. was the sole technical advisor. Allan went on to create Make-up Special Effects appliances, masks, and props for NBC's Jack Web's TV series Project UFO for two seasons. He won the DC Comics Industry Award for his Arkham Asylum Batman costume. In more recent years, Allan has done work for Sony Pictures on Iron Man 1 and 2, Marvel Entertainment, Disney, Lucas Films and others. There are permanent exhibits of his work at the San Francisco Cartoon Art Museum, and San Diego Comic-Con Museum in San Diego's Balboa Park. https://www.hollywooddisclosurealliance.org/allan-lavigne https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/ https://www.patreon.com/alienufopodcast https://simonbown.com/ My new book, Aspects of Alien Abduction https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GRRPCT9Y Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Artemis II is set to land today in the waters outside of San Diego. While it may be too far out in the water for us to see, there are going to be some fun ways you can experience it today with other space fans. The Air and Space Museum in Balboa Park is having a viewing part and today David from the museum joined us to talk about the event and why we are all fascinated by this story.

Nico Marcolongo, Advisory Committee Member for the G.I. Film Festival, and Jeanne Scott, producer of "The Craftsman," a G.I Film Festival entrant, discuss how films by, for, and about the military help bridge the gap between veterans and the broader community. They explore veteran leadership, community impact, and why supporting the May 6-8 G.I. Film Festival at the Museum of Photographic Arts in Balboa Park matters to civic and business leaders alike. Listen Where You Live!About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   About Mission Fed Credit Union  A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

This week I'm talking to Allan Lavigne about his UFO experiences. Bio Allan Lavigne is a former investigator for the Aerial Phenomenon Research Organization from 1974-1980. He went on to a two-pronged career path spanning more than 45 years, as both a Physical Security Specialist and Intelligence Analyst in the private sector, working closely with the Joint Terrorist Task Force, FBI and Homeland Security. He is also an entertainment artist. His early work can be seen in the 1979 documentary UFOs are Real for which A.P.R.O. was the sole technical advisor. Allan went on to create Make-up Special Effects appliances, masks, and props for NBC's Jack Web's TV series Project UFO for two seasons. He won the DC Comics Industry Award for his Arkham Asylum Batman costume. In more recent years, Allan has done work for Sony Pictures on Iron Man 1 and 2, Marvel Entertainment, Disney, Lucas Films and others. There are permanent exhibits of his work at the San Francisco Cartoon Art Museum, and San Diego Comic-Con Museum in San Diego's Balboa Park. https://www.hollywooddisclosurealliance.org/allan-lavigne https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/ https://www.patreon.com/alienufopodcast https://simonbown.com/ My new book, Aspects of Alien Abduction https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GRRPCT9Y Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A lithium-ion battery storage project in Escondido is no longer moving forward. Plus, the official tall ship for the city of Chula Vista will stay docked for now. And, the new push to let voters decide the fate of paid parking at Balboa Park. NBC 7's Dana Williams has these stories and more, including meteorologist Brooke Martell's forecast for Sunday, April 5, 2026. 

Long lines are expected at San Diego International Airport on Sunday, as spring break travel season is underway. Plus, San Diego community members are calling for major changes to how Balboa Park is governed and funded. And, new e-bike safety rules are now in effect in Carlsbad. Here's NBC 7's Dana Williams with the top stories of the day.

Back in January, the City of San Diego implemented paid parking in Balboa Park, incurring both anger and confusion from residents and organizations based out of the park.The city responded with a grace period followed by reductions in fees for city residents and free parking in certain lots.KPBS arts reporter Beth Accomando checked in with arts organizations in the park about how the parking policies are affecting them.Guests:Tim Shields, managing director, Old Globe TheatreMichael Warburton, executive director, San Diego Model Railroad MuseumPeter Comiskey, executive director, Balboa Park Cultural Partnership

Dozens of parents voice outrage in Carlsbad over a viral bullying video against a local student, A heat advisory set to go into effect in San Diego County, Annual Cherry Blossom Festival opens at Balboa Park's Japanese Friendship Garden

  The Lake Balboa beach and associated amenities are located at 476 Ponce de Leon Drive. This is one of two beaches inside the Village. Lake DeSoto has the other one. Balboa Beach is the largest beach and features a sand surface. There are six shade shelters with picnic tables available to rent throughout the season, four of which have grills. There is also a playground for children on the other side of the parking lot – Balboa Park. The Pavilion is large, capable of accommodating some of the largest gatherings inside the Village. It’s a popular gathering place for a number of state groups, including HSV Texans. This summer, Balboa Beach will be a go-to destination for many residents and visitors. This is where the July 4th celebrations take place each year, too.   • Join Our Free Email Newsletter • Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel (click that bell icon, too) • Join Our Facebook Group • Support Our Sponsors (Click on the images below to visit their websites.) __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________

An update on the San Diego based ships part of Operation Epic Fury. Plus, the investigation into missing money from a local Little League. And, the new parking policy in effect at Balboa Park. NBC 7's Steven Luke has these stories and more, including meteorologist Sheena Parveen's forecast for this Tuesday March  3, 2026.

First, local Iranian leaders say they feel “mixed-emotions” for what could be next for the country. Then, thousands of San Diego service members are participating in air strikes against Iran. Also, a conversation about why prominent author and wellness guru Deepak Chopra's tenure at UCSD is ending in June. And, a former Mayor who has left his party behind to launch a campaign for a seat on the San Diego City Council. Plus , Part 2 on a unique partnership between law enforcement and one community. Lastly, a controversy over bike lanes in North County and parking at Balboa Park.

San Diego Police and Sheriff's Departments on heightened alert amid Middle East unrest,  New paid parking changes in effect today at Balboa Park, Possible MTS price hike as City of San Diego deal with budget shortfall

U.S. and Israel holds joint operation to strike Iran as Iran retaliates with strikes again U.S. bases in the region,  New report on Navy jet that crashed into San Diego bay, Balboa Park new paid parking changes in effect on March 2nd 

Nine active duty sailors were among those being charged in a violent assault at a birthday party in Jamul. Plus, new changes to the controversial parking policy at Balboa Park will go into effect soon. And, what to expect when the Carlsbad Flower Fields open this weekend. NBC 7's Nicole Gomez has these stories and more, including meteorologist Sheena Parveen's forecast for Friday, February, 27, 2026.

First, debates around paid parking in Balboa Park seem to be far from over. Then, hundreds of pharmacy and lab workers have now joined the Kaiser Permanente health care worker strike. A top official at the Department of Animal Services has now stepped down, we'll tell you why. Also, we bring you the story of a La Mesa family who is saving money in a creative way. Last but not least, our ‘Museum A Month' series highlights a different museum across the county each month! This month we put our focus on the San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art.

This week, San Diego city leaders rolled back some of the paid parking requirements that had been instituted at Balboa Park. Thousands of Afghan allies who helped American troops during the war now face an uncertain future after the Trump administration put a stop to VISAs for 19 countries, including theirs. Operators of the Hotel Del Coronado have asked the artist behind the elaborate sandcastle displays to stop building on their property.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Saturday. 

"Race: Power, Resistance & Change" at the Museum of Us in Balboa Park opened late last year and is expected to remain on display on a semi-permanent basis.A group of artists, researchers, community members and museum staff began working on the exhibit nearly a decade ago. It centers on how race has shaped laws and daily life in San Diego.Brothers Einar and Jamex De La Torre, who live and work in San Diego and Baja California, joined Midday Edition on Tuesday to discuss "Castaways," a mixed media piece they created for the exhibit. They also share why they believe San Diego is an important place to tell stories about race and what responsibility they believe the exhibit places on visitors.Guests:Einar and Jamex De La Torre, artists

Three San Diego City Councilmembers are looking to suspend the paid parking program for people living in San Diego. A woman accused of killing a six-year-old in a hit-and-run crash in Pacific Beach pleaded not guilty. The Farmers Insurance Open tees off on Thursday at Torrey Pines Golf Course.

First, some local delegates are calling on Congress to help rein in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Then, drier and warmer conditions are on the way, following some record-breaking rainfall. We tell you if there's a risk of wildfires. Also, there's a renewed effort to suspend paid parking at Balboa Park. We also bring you an update regarding an immigrant surfer who was detained by ICE after wandering onto Camp Pendleton. Last but not least, an interview with a director stepping down after nearly a decade of work.

First, museum leaders are asking that paid parking at Balboa Park be reconsidered. Then, after the death of a child, Pacific Beach community members are calling for improved road safety. Also, we hear from Jessica Calix who was impacted and displaced in the January 2024 floods. Plus, part 2 of our series on the controversy around a massive data center project. Lastly a story about the world's oldest collegiate acapella group.

Mayor Todd Gloria will hold his 2026 State of the City Address to update San Diegans on what's happening across the city along with his priorities for the year ahead. San Diego City Councilmembers are calling for a full repeal of the paid parking plan at Balboa Park, while rollout issues are addressed. Four astronauts safely returned to Earth early Thursday morning, off the coast of San Diego, after being in space for more than 150 days.

First, an initiative focused on living long and healthy lives is partnering with the city of San Marcos. Next, San Diego is the latest city in California to oppose the current administration's offshore drilling plan. Also, rail advocates reaffirm their goal of an all-electric train service between Los Angeles and San Diego. Then, there is still time to sign up children for no-cost preschool if you are in the San Diego Unified School District. Plus, the first African country to be represented by Balboa Park's International Cottages.

Investigation into Southcrest violent arrest, Efforts to repeal Balboa Park paid parking,  New Chula Vista Motel-to-Homeless Housing

First, a San Diego city councilmember is looking to scale back on Downtown's special event parking fees that were implemented last fall. Then, the gunman who killed two people and injured 13 others at a school in Santee could become one of the few school shooters to be released from prison. Also, this week Imperial Beach residents held a vigil for a local who lost his life near the IB Pier. Plus, two city council members are calling on the mayor to suspend paid parking for city residents in Balboa Park. Lastly, we check in on a local flower shop with a history of severe flooding.

It's his first rant of the new year! Thor decided to start off strong and come for the City of San Diego once again, exploring the Balboa Park parking situation, giving solutions that OTHER CITIES have followed adn once again invites the mayor to sit down with us.The consumer electronic show is going on and giving us a look at the newest and up-in-coming tech advances some of which we think are really cool and others that may seem a little disturbing to some.Are farts still funny? We definitely think so but we found a study from Gen Alpha and the younger Gen Z kids that may say otherwise???

It is the first meltdown of 2026 and Thor comes out swinging! Once again fighting back against the San Diego government and their decisions, Thor gives us an insight to the parking at Balboa Park and calls for the mayor and city council to look at other cities and how they fixed their budget shortfalls in ways that don't involve charging the people exorbitant amounts of money!

First, paid parking at Balboa Park has gotten off to a rocky start - we ask tourists about it. Then, what's next for the redevelopment of the Midway District? Also, we tell you why the city of San Diego's auditor is saying his department should be excluded from budget cuts. Last but not least, the city of Del Mar wants to meet with California's Attorney General over a proposed housing project.

It is the first meltdown of 2026 and Thor comes out swinging! Once again fighting back against the San Diego government and their decisions, Thor gives us an insight to the parking at Balboa Park and calls for the mayor and city council to look at other cities and how they fixed their budget shortfalls in ways that don't involve charging the people exorbitant amounts of money!

It's his first rant of the new year! Thor decided to start off strong and come for the City of San Diego once again, exploring the Balboa Park parking situation, giving solutions that OTHER CITIES have followed adn once again invites the mayor to sit down with us.The consumer electronic show is going on and giving us a look at the newest and up-in-coming tech advances some of which we think are really cool and others that may seem a little disturbing to some.Are farts still funny? We definitely think so but we found a study from Gen Alpha and the younger Gen Z kids that may say otherwise???

This week, the San Diego City Council could call for new budget cuts. Police are asking for the public's help after a man was struck and killed by a car in Oceanside. The City of San Diego is now charging for parking at Balboa Park.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Monday. 

First, some local policies could make a big impact in this new year. Then, paid parking begins in Balboa Park for the first time. Next, we go over some new wildfire safety regulations. Also, a local church with a history of activism is opening a resource center for immigrants. Last but certainly not least, we say thank you and farewell to KPBS' Tom Fudge as he retires from a decades-long career in public broadcasting

U.S. forces have captured Venezuelan President Nicola Maduro and his wife, and are flying them out of the country to face charges in the U.S. Clean-up continues after the storm swept through San Diego Thursday. This is the last weekend you can park for free in most of Balboa Park.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Saturday. 

A man is in custody after driving his truck into his Bay Park home, where his wife was found dead. Plus, a beloved local musician dies over the weekend in a crash near Balboa Park. And, the free public transportation options for a safe New Year's Eve. NBC 7's Steven Luke has these stories and more, including meteorologist Sheena Parveen's forecast for Tuesday, December 30, 2025.

In South Dakota, distance running rarely comes with a spotlight.Mikah Peters earned one anyway.The Brandon Valley senior spent years quietly building belief, never assuming he'd be the best guy on his own team, let alone a national contender. Progress came slowly. Intentionally. Through seasons of patience and an offseason obsession with getting better.In November, that belief finally crystallized. Peters won the SDHSAA Class AA State Championship in 14:54, breaking Simeon Birnbaum's long-standing state meet record.The season didn't stop there. After falling from glory at NXR Heartland, Mikah earned the Golden Ticket and lined up at the inaugural Brooks Cross Country Nationals in Balboa Park. Against the deepest field of the year, he raced with composure and control, finishing 20th overall to earn All-American honors on the sport's biggest stage.The performances mean more in context. One year earlier, Peters passed out while leading the state meet, battling illness and extreme heat. The season ended abruptly. That moment lingered. It reshaped how he thought about trust, execution, and what championship racing actually demands.As Mikah said: "The desert teaches you more about water than the ocean ever will."If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following The Sunday Shakeout on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and leaving a five-star review. It goes a long way in supporting the show and helping these stories reach more people.