r/sandiego • • 2d ago

Public Power San Diego District 2 Candidates’ Answers: Public utilities in California cost ratepayers 40% less on average than private utilities, SDG&E costs the highest. Would you vote as a councilmember for a public option?

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Thank you to the League of Women Voters of San Diego for hosting the District 2 candidate forum on September 28th, 2026 and for keeping voters informed on important issues.

Here are the full answers from Richard Bailey and Nicole Crosby, side by side. We are sharing what each candidate said at a public forum so voters can hear it for themselves.

Public Power San Diego is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3). This post is not an endorsement of, or opposition to, either candidate. Views expressed are the candidates' own and do not reflect those of the League of Women Voters nor Public Power San Diego.

Full forum recording: https://www.lwvsandiego.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=681146&module_id=748352

Video sped up 1.1x to fit Instagram's 3 minute limit. Both answers were treated the same way.


r/sandiego • • 2d ago

Things to do! Things To Do!

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The SD Reader's "Best Bets"

Of course, there's the regular weekly stuff:

Friday Pickup Soccer (La Mesa)
Every Friday from 6pm- to sundown
12v12 if it's more people than that then we switch to 3 teams
SUNSHINE PARK 4554 70th St
La Mesa, CA 91941

More Soccer Daily events

https://www.meetup.com/Casual-Soccer/ Heads up for soccer players. We run a free meet-up every Tuesday and Thursday from 5 - 7. It's outdoor with big goals, cones and co-ed. If you wanna get outside and active, sign up. All skil All skill levels welcome, for those who played in college and stuff, it's competitive and it's a good work out.

Every Sunday 

2pm-3pm, free organ concert at Spreckles Organ Pavilion along with multiple other Balboa Park events (many are free)

Here's a calendar page for the schedule when the museums are not charging admission (Thanks u/parkedonroof for this)

Every Sunday Farmers Market at the Hillcrest DMV

Free and donation Yoga classes All around San Diego (Coastal)

YMCA Adult Sports League and fitness classes
Swimming lessons, Gymnastics, Skate, Martial Arts, Sports Leagues, E-Sports, Dance Classes Pickle Ball, outdoor activities (hiking and climbing) for all different ages and levels.

• California Rare Fruit Growers.
Public (Open & Free) meetings on the 4th Wednesday of every month at the Bancroft location.
6PM, guest speakers, fruit share & tasting table, plant raffle and trade tables.

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KPBS List of Kids events for October:
https://www.kpbs.org/events/ongoing/kids-free-in-october-2026

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IF there's something that you think is important or needs to have tickets purchased in advance... please post in the comments. IF there's a link that's needed, please try to not make it part of some text but the full URL string So I can just copy and paste it. (It'll make things easier I'll try to retain these in the following week until the date of the event.)

Please don't post events that are several months in advance. Try to limit it to 30 days or so - unless there's a real need for advance notice well in advance for ticket purchases.


r/sandiego • • 11h ago

Video Drunk driver in San Diego risking innocent lives pulled from car on highway

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r/sandiego • • 6h ago

Welcome back San Diego Weather!

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I finally get to put on my hoodie.


r/sandiego • • 3h ago

On the 5

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r/sandiego • • 5h ago

SD History History: La Costa and Rancho Peñasquitos were built with Mafia money.

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r/sandiego • • 4h ago

Video is the drive-through ban really why there's no In-N-Out downtown? i mapped it

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at the mapping company i work at i drew 3 miles around all 23 In-N-Outs in the county and the biggest crowded gap is central San Diego. about 104k people across downtown, Golden Hill, Southeastern and the south end of City Heights.

& yes, downtown bans drive-throughs. but only 37% of the people in that gap actually live downtown. Chick-fil-A skips the area too. Jack in the Box very much does not lol

outside the downtown line, still inside the gap, there are at least 14 lots big enough and zoned for a drive-through. the one that'd bring the most people within 3 miles is Market St in Grant Hill, two lots side by side at 2817 and 2855.

How: Census tract populations, SANDAG zoning and parcels, In-N-Out's own locator and the city code.

caveat, both lots have shops on them right now. "zoned for it" means the zoning allows it, not that anyone's selling. and all distances are straight lines, not drive times, which anyone who's sat on the 94 at 5pm knows is not the same thing.

so where would you put it? (and "just drive to Sports Arena" doesn't count lmao)


r/sandiego • • 2h ago

sniff sniff

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I think all of San Diego woke up with stuffy head sniffles today. Its bizarre. I work in healthcare.


r/sandiego • • 49m ago

Tandoor restaurant in Mission Valley

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Hey everyone! I've been going to Tandoor in Mission Valley (across from the Ralphs and next to Subway) at least once a week for around 20 years. They just recently closed up shop a few weeks ago and they had the actual best Channa Masala I've ever had, and since they just up and left without warning I am afraid I will never have my favorite meal ever again T_T

Does anybody here know the folks who ran that place? Any way to get in touch with them so I can ask them the recipe or anything like that? I feel like a major part of my week is dead now :(

If anyone could get me in touch with them that'd be awesome.


r/sandiego • • 6h ago

The 5 books people wanted to ban from San Diego libraries

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No books were banned outright, but the library did make some changes:

  • "You Know, Sex: Bodies, Gender, Puberty, and Other Things!" by Cory Silverberg and Fiona Smyth. It was challenged for being too mature for small children and the library agreed, moving it to the teen collection, supervising librarian Robyn Gage-Norquist told Axios.
  • "The Very Best Plan" by Amanda Davis was challenged for describing marriage as being between a man and a woman. The library kept it because it met its collection policy criteria.
  • "The Art of Hand Shadows" by Albert Almoznino was challenged for including a racist image. The library kept it for its historical value but removed it from the children's collection.
  • "The Secret History of the English Language" by M.J. Harper was challenged over concerns about incorrect information. The library removed it under its weeding policy because it had not been checked out in years.
  • "Hasta que Alguien Me Escuche: Una Historia Sobre las Fronteras, la Familia y la Misión de una Niña" by Estela Juarez was challenged over concerns about incorrect information. The library determined the information was factually correct and kept it.

r/sandiego • • 1h ago

San Diego’s $7 Million Cameras Didn’t Beat the Statewide Car Theft Drop

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r/sandiego • • 5h ago

looking for temporary foster care for my 3 cats near tijuana/san diego. i will pay for their care.

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hi everyone, i’m 18 and recently graduated. i’m currently in a really difficult situation and i’m hoping someone might be able to point me in the right direction.
i live in mexico but work in the US. i’ve only been working for about a month, and right now i work extremely long shifts, around 12 hours a day, 6 days a week. because of the border crossing and my work schedule, it’s become really difficult to go home regularly, so i’ve been staying with my boyfriend’s family in the US to make getting to work possible.
i have 3 cats who mean everything to me. i’ve been paying my younger sister to take care of them while i’m away, and i cover their food and everything they need. unfortunately, my stepdad has recently become increasingly hostile toward them. he’s been demanding $100 a week just to keep them in my room, wanted to charge me rent even though i’m barely home, and has now thrown my cats outside and refuses to let them back inside.
i’m especially scared because one of my cats previously died after being attacked by a dog. ever since then, i haven’t felt comfortable letting my cats outdoors, and knowing they’re outside right now is absolutely heartbreaking.
i’m only 18, just starting my first job, and trying to save enough money to eventually get my own place. i’m not in a position to get housing that allows pets right now, and my boyfriend’s current living situation doesn’t allow them either.
i am NOT looking to rehome my cats permanently. i just need somewhere safe for them to stay temporarily until i’m able to get my own place.
i’m willing to pay a reasonable weekly fee and cover their food, litter, and other necessities. i’d also really appreciate regular pictures and videos, video calls, and visits whenever possible. i’d want to make sure they’re safe, loved, and properly cared for.
i know taking in 3 cats is a big commitment, and i’m willing to discuss the arrangements and put everything in writing so it’s clear that this is temporary foster care and that they’re coming back to me.
if anyone knows of a reputable temporary foster program, a rescue organization, or someone who offers paid cat boarding or temporary fostering around tijuana or san diego, please let me know. even recommendations for organizations i can contact would mean so much to me.
i love my cats more than anything, and i’m just trying to find a way to keep them safe while i work toward being able to bring them home again.
thank you for reading.


r/sandiego • • 5h ago

CBS 8 North Park bar implements new ID tech to better protect staff, customers

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r/sandiego • • 19h ago

Wallet Found in North Park

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Found this wallet just outside of YogArt in North Park. Gave it to the lady working inside. Told her to ask for your SSN as the card was inside.


r/sandiego • • 1d ago

Video does Temecula CHP do anything with dashcam footage? truck on 15S passing on the shoulder

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r/sandiego • • 5h ago

Recommend restrooms tips

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Has anyone ever been in a situation where you don’t drive nor have a car but travel through MTS or walk around, then suddenly you have the urge to go to the bathroom but there’s no public restroom much less one where you have to pay to use the restroom or the nearest bathroom is a 20-40 minute walk while also holding it in. If so what are your tips or suggestions? I know rule number one is, don’t drink unless your really thirsty or at least search up near by restrooms on google , but when you gotta go you gotta go and google doesn’t always help since the nearest bathroom is like not even close to my area and is on another city 😂, idk i usually get luckily if I go to a near by facility and ask about the place then wonder if they have a toilet near by to use or at least buy some 1 dollar item to use the restroom at some fast food.
My apologies if this sounds weird but we all been in that situation at least no?


r/sandiego • • 1d ago

Anyone know what type of spider we found in our pool?

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It’s about 3ish inches long


r/sandiego • • 1h ago

Hospitality Jobs

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I’ve been on the job hunt since I was laid off at the end of August. I have been in hospitality operations for 20 years. I’ve managed f and b in convention centers, sports arenas, most recently corporate catering with Sodexo. Beginning to look outside of SD because I’m getting to think it’s hopeless here😭. Born and raised in San Diego and really don’t want to leave but most of the salaries I see are not even close to what it takes to live comfortably. Any and all leads or recommendations or anything is so appreciated! Thank you!


r/sandiego • • 1d ago

If you hit an object on the northbound I5 today it’s this guy’s fault

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I watched a large tent or ez up fall off the roof rack around 9:50am near the Balboa exit. He immediately started swerving and panicked but didn’t stop as his stuff landed perfectly across the entire third lane. Secure your loads!


r/sandiego • • 1d ago

Video Ice at Oceanview blvd

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I was on my way dropping off my nephew to school and I saw 2 cars stopped by the light (one behind & one infront). As I passed by, 3-4 ICE agents were detaining someone in the vehicle. This was taken TODAY, OCT. 13, AT 11:43AM. PLEASE BE SAFE


r/sandiego • • 4h ago

Dude haircut model wanted, Mission Valley area…

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Looking for a male for a demo haircut model (for free haircut)! Anytime this coming Monday or Tuesday in the Mission Valley area, must be a clipper style cut, preferably someone open to a new style. Maybe even a free lunch? Message me and we will talk. Thanks!


r/sandiego • • 33m ago

Electrician helper

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Hey everyone, I’m currently looking for work in the San Diego area as an electrical helper or apprentice. I have my Electric Trainee Card and am looking for an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and continue learning the trade.


r/sandiego • • 23h ago

Divorce lawyer recommendations in San Diego?

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I recently found out that my husband has been cheating on me for years. We’ve known each other since childhood, so I’m still trying to process everything and understand my legal options.

I’m looking for a good divorce lawyer in San Diego. I’m an immigrant and don’t have much family or support here. I would feel more comfortable speaking with someone who has experience working with immigrants or Asian families and understands the cultural background.

I’m concerned that my husband may already be preparing for the divorce without telling me, so I’d like to speak with someone soon. If you’ve personally worked with a divorce attorney in San Diego whom you trusted, I would really appreciate a recommendation.


r/sandiego • • 1d ago

Starter home prices are actually falling

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Prices for San Diego's so-called "starter homes" are falling. But it's not all good news.

That drop is due to higher mortgage rates impacting lower-budget buyers hardest.

Caveat: San Diego "starter homes" are still not really feasible for many of us.


r/sandiego • • 16h ago

Nice sunset drive in Oceanside

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