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At Crawford High School, welcome to Jonathan Winn's advanced calculus class. It's a class so popular and diverse it can't be confined to a single classroom or taught in a conventional method. More>>
In cramped quarters and up against the constant din of freeway traffic noise, some local artists are making a big splash. More>>
Take a run down Old Highway 101 in Oceanside and the hands of time will seem to roll in reverse, and the centerpiece of this counterclockwise coastal culture is 81-year-old 101 Café. More>>
About 19 years ago, Marcia Abelson took some of the buttons from her grandmother's button box and fashioned them into a pin and wore it into a Portland, Oregon art gallery. More>>
North Park is alive and in living color inside a 30th Street boutique called Pigment. More>>
Working alongside his wife in their Santee kitchen, Jeff Ugur is a man on a mission. More>>
In the two years since the wildfires, my family has been blessed by dozens of random acts of kindness from friends, neighbors and even total strangers. One of the nicest things anyone has ever done for us concerns my son and all of the sports memorabilia he lost in the fire. More>>
Wispy clouds lazily sail with pale blue sky. A prevailing offshore flow ripples through the autumn-tinged oaks. A hawk plays the wind while a woodpecker taps the time. It's another "nothing much" day along Sunrise Highway. More>>
When you're searching for the perfect pansy, it helps to have an expert like Evelyn Weidner whose roots are planted firmly in the soil of Encinitas. More>>
'Tis the season for every boy and ghoul
To face their fears, be they coward or cool.
Into the dark night where the dead still rule,
In their neighbor's yard lies the fate of a fool. More>>
The frightful night is coming, and in Lakeside one house is already spooktacular. More>>
In 1880, the population of Olivenhain was estimated to be right around 11. So the government came up with a real estate offer to spur growth. More>>
Build a better popsicle and San Diego will beat a path to your door. At least that's what Lisa Altmann is hoping. More>>
Just off the 805, Sweetwater Farms in Bonita clings to its country roots. More>>
This weekend the Del Mar Fairground will be a little country, a little bit corny and a doggone good time. More>>
When the McBrearty family evacuated their San Pasqual Valley home, it wasn't easy. More>>
On the other end of the rainbow, some wildfire victims are living better than ever. The trials aren't completely over, but the homecoming is sweeter than they ever imagined. More>>
San Diego is filled with unique neighborhoods, each with its own flavor and charm, and these days great neighborhoods are spawning great restaurants. More>>
This is a fish story, so you're probably asking yourself, 'Why a duck?' More>>
In the picture postcard town of Pine Valley, locals like Michael celebrate the seasons. More>>
Jayson Kamoss, his younger brother Karl and his twin brother Kevin have a lot in common. For one, they've all spent a lot of time in jail, all because they've had a good influence. More>>
Just outside Balboa Park, a familiar location is cooking up some new creations. More>>
On the corner of Second and Broadway in downtown Escondido, a family of florists has a tradition of bringing seasonal cheer to the neighborhood. More>>
Our area firefighters are known for their bravery and dedication. But up in Vista, you'll find one who's turning up the heat in the kitchen. More>>
An Encinitas sister act is making big waves on the airwaves, all across the country. And this weekend, Ruby Summer will be playing at an East County fundraiser. More>>
It's hard to imagine that we're already into fall. October's almost here and Halloween is right around the corner. And News 8's Larry Himmel knows what that means - it's time for Larry to get his name off the "naughty" list. More>>
Grandma used to bake them. Mom used to make them, and now they're the hippest treats in town. More>>
First, let me apologize for not having any pithy remarks or prepared material. I've just returned from a week's vacation and while reading my backlogged emails, I discovered that I am now a gazillionaire. More>>
Rolling through the north end of Escondido, you've no doubt seen it. Perched over the I-15 just off Deer Springs Road sits Belle Marie Winery, a full bodied blend of old world ambience balanced with nouveau flavors. More>>
This weekend the San Diego Actors Theatre is definitely stepping off the deep end. More>>
Bolts fans are all charged up for Monday's season opener against the team's biggest rival: the Raiders. More>>
Directly from my town Chi-town to Market Street downtown, Chicago dogs and other Windy City delicacies are having their day at Wolffy's Place. More>>
You might say that Warren and Eloise Bailey have been going around together since birth. More>>
Del Mar's backstretch looks the scene of a mass evacuation. The exodus of horses and horsemen happened literally overnight. Only a few ragged remnants of racing season remain, along with a few runners to round out today's card. In the backstretch, today is getaway day. It's a sad day for trainer Howard Zucker. More>>
Long before Frankie met Annette and they started playing "Beach Blanket Bingo" with the big kahuna down at Moondoggie's, the woodies were a part of the California surf scene. More>>
When it comes to thoroughbreds, Einstein is in a class by himself. The multi-talented seven-year-old has won five grade one races, earning over $2.7 million in his career. He's been victorious on turf and dirt, in the rain and polytracks, on the East Coast and the West Coast. Einstein is prime time. More>>
At Bates Nut Farm in Valley Center, the search for the perfect pumpkin is about to begin. More>>
Now that my 401K has become an MIA, coupled with the fact that I'm 0 for the season at Del Mar, I'm facing a personal budget deficit. So I'm holding my own garage sale, selling some of my office treasures to the highest bidder. More>>
There is a South Bay city that in Spanish means "beautiful view." More>>
Any flatlander who's ever spent a day in the orchards around Julian will tell you it's love at first bite. More>>
In a non-descript bakery along Escondido Boulevard, you'll find a wide array of tasty treats like brownies, fresh-baked breads and chocolate chip cookies. But GNI Bakery is gaining a countywide reputation for what it doesn't have. You see, GNI stands for "gluten not included." This is San Diego's only gluten-free bakery. More>>
In Mayberry RFD, the center of life as they knew it was Floyd's Barbershop. It didn't get any more old school than Floyd's. Today, in San Diego's hip-hopping, non-stopping East Village, Floyd's 99 Barbershop is getting big buzz. More>>
When it comes to spending her summer vacation, you might say that Michelle Panik is doing it by the book. More>>
If the Padres were capable of playing long ball - I mean really long ball - a monster shot might end up right here. More>>
Even before we get stared today, Sylvia Aron wants to know something. More>>
It's been said, "never look a gift horse in the mouth." Dianne Piper spends her days looking straight into an equine's gums. More>>
With racing season underway, local restaurants are enjoying increased business from the horsey crowd. And the latest addition to downtown Del Mar is destined to be a fan favorite. In this Dining Out With San Diego Magazine report, News 8's Larry Himmel takes us to 1540 Kitchen. More>>
He's a California native, a strict vegetarian, and he is just approaching middle age. More>>
Opening Day at the Del Mar Racetrack can be glamorous, but not everything there is so fancy. Someone has to clean up after the horses do their business. More>>
The day before Opening Day and all through the grandstand. Not a creature was stirring, there was nary a fan. More>>
Far from the pampered and well-bred thoroughbreds loading in for Del Mar's racing season, a single, frightened two-year-old mare stands in the blazing East County sun. More>>
It's hard to imagine, but the Aventine has now been part of San Diego's nightlife and dining scene for 20 years. More>>
No matter how you shape it or dice it, serve it or slice it, Lefty's bakes up some of the finest pizza this side of my town - Chi-town. More>>
For over a half-century, his searing saxophone has placed Charles McPherson at the forefront of authentic jazz. More>>
Opening day at the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club is less than two weeks away. A special mural is going up at the racetrack that pays tribute to the great sport of horse racing. More>>
At American Icon Autographs in Rancho Bernardo, the walls and the halls are filled with scrawls from stars both large and small. More>>
It's a city inside a city - a 40-acre dichotomy, in constant motion and at perfect rest. That's the way it's always been for the past 40 years at Campland on the Bay. More>>
The scenic setting of the Silver Strand seems worlds away from the man streets where Rodney Kersaint was raised. More>>
Before we embark on a weekend filled with barbeques, beaches and afternoon snoozes on the Barcalounger, it's important for us to remember our roots. How much do we all remember about how it all began? Test your knowledge by taking this Independence Day quiz. More>>
It's the ultimate irony. Just when nobody seems to have any money, everything appears to be up for sale. More>>
Under the watchful eye of Hawaiian-born instructor Kayleen Ramino, some young keikis ages five through eight years old are learning an ancient tradition. In this hula class for youngsters, the hands tell the story, but the hips set it in motion. More>>
In the heart of the city, there are many new dining destinations, but according to San Diego magazine, only one can measure up to be the best of the best. More>>
We're all aware that Michael Jackson's boyhood home was Gary, Indiana, and the Jackson 5's early music was rooted in Motown. But what you may not know is that the Jacksons also have a San Diego connection. More>>
Step into the Museum of Making Music and step back over 100 years. More>>
Around our town, many construction projects have come to a grinding halt, but there's a spark along Market Street. The Old Globe Tech Center business is booming with projects as big as the New York skyline, and as stylish as a Manhattan high-rise. More>>
South of the border, Los Arcos restaurants have a longstanding reputation for authentic Mexican seafood. Now the same specialties are available "el norte" at their new location in Chula Vista. More>>
On the north end of OB's main drag just off the corner of Sunset Cliffs and Newport there's been a Cuban invasion at Azucar. The leader of this flakey, gooey coup is culinary artist Vivian Hernandez-Jackson, who comes armed with formal kitchen combat training and an oven full of tradition. More>>
Desperate times call for desperate measures. It's time to come up with unique ways to save money and raise some funds to make the Golden State golden again. Here's my list of the top 10 ways to raise money for California. More>>
Stop what you are doing and witness an amazing transformation. With a flick of the wrist, a wave of the hand and a touch of the brush, the artists of Splash Animals are as untamed and tribal as the endangered species they paint. More>>
In the long, sometimes tedious road of formal education, there is an occasional bright light, someone who opens your mind and ignites your spirit. Over the past 48 years in the Sweetwater School District, that light has been Ms. K. More>>
Once upon a time in the faraway land of Elfin Forest, there lived two pigs, one named Billy. Billy's home was on Kay Greenwood's Barking Elf Ranch. More>>
Picture if you will La Mesa, California, a God-fearing berg on the edge of San Diego, gateway to the wild, wild East County. More>>
If you like your comfort food on the cozy side, just cruise into a Hillcrest craftsman built in 1889. More>>
When it comes to a unique local experience, it's hard to beat a trip to the Monarch Program in Encinitas. More>>
In days of old, when knights were bold and wenches were a hassle, the king grabbed his crown, headed out of town and bought himself a castle. More>>
Nestled into a quiet corner of Mission Hills there's a living, blooming garden of San Diego history. Resplendent in its seasonal colors, Mission Hills Nursery proudly traces its roots back to 1910, when it was founded by the matriarch of Balboa Park. More>>
Behold the cupcake, a buttercreamed bundle of baked perfection. The ultimate indulgence and temporary panacea for any recession. In Solana Beach, Ilene Lamb is spreading a little Cupcake Love. More>>
When it comes to making fresh gourmet tortillas according to an old family recipe, Nancy Cesena doesn't rock the boat. More>>
Rumor has it the game was first played indoors by a man from Washington who had a dog named Pickles. Believe that, and I've got a plot of land for you in Bonsall where they play pickleball three days a week. More>>
Give Adam Zamora 20 seconds and he will solve the puzzle that has baffled most of us for decades. In fact, this 29-year-old Scripps High grad has solved Rubik's cube in less than 12 seconds, his best time in competition 13:55. More>>
For candy lovers, there's a new store in Ocean Beach recalling the good old days. More>>
With its natural terrain and beautiful vistas, San Diego County is a hiker and biker's paradise and home to a scenic North County park that is truly a hidden gem. More>>
When it comes to authentic Italian cuisine, great tastes can come from a small cafe. More>>
Playing on the diamond in the game's purest form - no Mannys, no A-Rods, no cheaters. This is a group of swinging seniors that play for nothing more than the love of the game. More>>
The same folks who brought you Kemo Sabe, The Corvette Diner and The Prado have opened a brand new, upscale eatery in Oceanside. Time for a sample of 333 Pacific. More>>
In September of 1966, when it first went on sale, until production ended in 2002, Americans had a love affair with the Chevy Camaro. Now a fifth generation of the Camaro is rolling off the assembly line, but how does it stack up against the classics. More>>
Some East County big cats are hosting a party this weekend and you're invited. More>>
Water water everywhere, but not a drop to drink. Squandered when we wash the car, wasted in the kitchen sink. Too much agua on the lawn and in the garden too. We need to make some changes, and it's up to me and you. More>>
Over the din of the traffic humming up and down the King Freeway, the 25th Street bridge is there for a song, literally. In 2003 as part of a public works project, the bridge was outfitted with a carillon. All you need is a stick and you're making music. More>>
Thirty years ago, the late Monte Koby started San Diego's most successful swap meet. Today his family still rents spaces to sellers in the Sports Arena parking lot. But have economic hard times changed the way swap meets do business? Are sellers desperate to make a few extra dollars or cleaning out their closets? More>>
Their slogan was "Catch our smile." Their flight attendants, back then known as stewardesses, wore outrageous uniforms. Even though PSA is long gone, their glory days are being fondly remembered as the airline gets ready to celebrate its 60th anniversary. More>>
Take a trip to any tropical paradise from Costa Rica to Hawaii to Cabo to the Caribbean, and you'll see they all have one thing in common - that made-in-the-shade thatched place of peaceful repose known as the palapa. More>>
The Elegant Truffle on Scott Street in Point Loma may look like a humble, unassuming chocolate shop, but it is actually the laboratory of Jennifer Marie Muratore. More>>
In one of San Diego's cozier neighborhoods, you'll find a charming little house that's been converted into a homestyle restaurant. More>>
How do I love thee? Where do I start? What's the right sentiment for affairs of the heart? More>>
Let me begin by saying that the earth is my absolute favorite planet, and that's no small compliment coming from a guy who many folks think may have come from another planet. More>>
Getting to the beach is easy for June and Treggon Owens. They live right across the street. More>>
Hey Escondido, say hello to your friendly neighbor to the south, Rancho Bernardo. The two of you are about to get the permanent hookup. More>>
Just below the county line you'll see the end of the rainbow, where an enclave of country-lovin' folks still believe in the honor system, and life for 50-year resident Louise McCreedy hasn't changed all that much. More>>
This year I'm texting my tax returns and I'm sending Uncle Sam all those cute text message abbreviations like the ones my kid sends his girlfriend when he doesn't want me to see what he's saying, like MDAB = My Dad's A Butthead, or KFMB - oh wait, KFMB's my PIN number. More>>
It's time to add another bright jewel to the crown of cuisine that shines in Little Italy. More>>
The Keating Building has been an integral part of the Gaslamp's landscape since 1890. More>>
The songs may be new, but the message remains the same. At New Creation Church, it is a message of inspiration and hope. More>>
If you take a stroll down old Palm Avenue, you'll get board... after board, after board. More>>
What I'm about to tell you isn't meant to alarm you. I will tell you what I know, what I've seen, what other people have seen, and you can judge for yourself. More>>
At the Sadie Rose Baking Company in the East Village, art and science have formed a rising relationship. More>>
When you're talking turkey with the Chicken Lady, you're on a first name basis. More>>
You don't have to necessarily pay high dollars to go highbrow. There's a new favorite eatery downtown with European feel and a local flair. More>>
Sungrown Organics may look like 10 acres of pesticide-free tranquility in the Tijuana River Valley. Here, you'll find your fare share of sprouts and wheat grass. More>>
Larry Himmel last saw lion cubs Bukari, Jillian and Suri when they were six weeks old. Now they're about to turn two, and Larry pays them a visit. More>>
It's just another sign of the times. Baseball card collecting has gone high-tech. More>>
Folks all over southern California are finding the perfect partner and getting ready for a chance at a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and you're invited to join them. More>>
With a neighborhood feel and a menu that's the real deal, a local Italian bistro is finding quite a following. In this "Dining Out with San Diego Magazine," Larry Himmel heads to Mission Hills. More>>
In Sept. 1952, local western swing musicians Smokey Rogers and "Cactus" Soldi opened a music store in downtown El Cajon. Over the years, a lot of famous people have passed through its doors. More>>
The corner of State and Cedar is in the sweet spot for those craving an authentic taste of Italy. More>>
As North Park continues to be the "now" neighborhood, a new concept in wine tasting is making a splash on University Avenue. More>>
On a cozy little corner in South Park, there's a comfy little shop where kids rule and parents drool, where Leyla Chavez has turned back the hands of time. More>>
On July 1 of last year, the governor signed legislation that prohibits the use of a wireless cell phone while operating a motor vehicle unless it's hands-free. It's a law that frankly a lot of San Diegans have completely ignored. Larry rhymes in with his decision. More>>
Hit & run driver destroys her catering van the day after Larry's story More>>
It's another day on the ranch for Amy Pat Rigney and her dedicated staff of volunteers at Tir Na Nog. Here, horses live out golden years in peace and comfort. More>>
Go ahead, make all the nut jokes you want. They've heard them all at Mellace Family Brands while roasting up an avalanche of almonds and a cache of cashews. In fact, Mike Mellace thinks it's funny how he and his business partner Mike Runyon got the whole thing started back in 2001. More>>
From his lofty perch in La Mesa, George Bailey has a bird's eye view of our burgeoning city. He also has a lifetime of service in San Diego County. More>>
Salad days are here again at Tender Greens, where a healthy luncheon crowd lines up to have veggies their way. More>>
Over six years ago, Alicia Campen, a mom with a baby daughter and freelance career, had a wish. More>>
Through these dank, dark hallways passed some of the nastiest men on the face of the earth. From 1932 until the late 1970s, this hallowed ground just in front of Seaport Village in downtown San Diego was the city jail. Soon the walls will come tumbling down to make room for an historic renovation, but not before they sell the cells. More>>
It's 10 a.m. - do you know where your mother is? Or your grandmother? Or your great-grandmother? Bowling with the other beauties in the Ladies' League at Eagle Lanes in San Marcos. More>>
The best part of any meal is dessert, and the best desserts in town come from an award-winning pastry chef in Little Italy. More>>
They might look like cute little kitties, but they don't always grow up to be desirable house pets. More>>
Like many American voters, most Padres fans felt it was time for a change. And by change, I don't mean the spare change that previous ownership was using to sign ballplayers. Though it doesn't look like we'll get any part of the government bailout to beef up our lineup, there is hope for the future of baseball in San Diego. I know the new ownership will be open to suggestions, so here's my list of the top 10 ways we can improve the Padres: More>>
Next time you take a trip, you can bring a piece of your vacation home with you, thanks to Tony's Hotel Liquidators in Imperial Beach. More>>
Can you imagine your dog getting acupuncture treatments, or your bird attending behavior modification classes? There's a health care center in Escondido that takes a non-traditional approach to caring for animals. More>>
In this pintsized funky shop across the IB Pier, Michael Bibbey's family has been running a shell game for over 25 years. More>>
Here at News 8 we're dealing with a personal loss. Our senior photographer Ben Cutshall died Thursday night. He'd been dealing with cancer for more than a year, but his death is still a shock to many of us because it looked like he was winning that battle right up until the end. More>>
We all know Lakeside, California, right? It's a quiet, sunny little city where Santa Claus comes to spend the rest of the winter. The gateway to Native American gaming. A place where rodeo still rules. But what about its seedy past? Well who knows more about seeds than these women? More>>
In the heart of the barrio, there's new life along Logan Avenue. More>>
Just a stone's throw from Balboa Park, French cuisine has taken a sweet spot. More>>
Are you ready to answer the call of the wild? Anxious to spend 7 weeks in some bug-invested godforsaken wasteland? Well the producers of "Survivor" are looking for a few good men and women and a few not-so-good, scheming, conniving, win-at-all-costs men and women. More>>
Today, like so many San Diegans, Miguel Obama was glued to his TV screen watching history unfold around his namesake. More>>
In Boulevard, the good life just got sweeter. The Wisteria Candy Cottage, where they've been hand-dipping chocolate since 1921, is back in business after being closed since July. More>>
Three days a week, Baxter gets wheeled into San Diego Hospice. He's on wheels because at 19, Baxter can no longer walk. He's also missing all of his hair. But he still has his amazing gift. More>>
On Sunday the Chargers' Super Bowl dreams were dashed, as the Steelers put an end to San Diego's season. But the way Larry sees it, all is not lost. In fact, he sees a bright future for all of us. More>>
A day at the opera doesn't have to be a highbrow experience. In fact, it can be downright tasty, when you combine French pastries and a tres bien luncheon menu at the Opera Café in Sorrento Valley. More>>
When you think of Campo, California, what comes to mind? Peace? Quiet? Pastoral serenity? Well think again. More>>
When Jason Levin moved here from the Midwest, he admits he didn't know much. More>>
It's been another nasty day on our freeways, filled with fender-benders, multi-car crashes and rollovers. All these weather related accidents have stirred Larry Himmel's muse. Here is his "Ode To Wet Weather Drivers". More>>
The economy may be shrinking. Restaurants may be closing. But one La Jolla eatery is bullish on expansion. "One place that's been popular for some years on Prospect Street, Pasquale, opened a new place More>>
It was just last Saturday night on this very plot of hallowed ground that the Chargers defeated the Colts, and Indianapolis is already claiming foul. More>>
During our current economic crisis, it's not just people who are feeling the pain of foreclosure. Many pets are finding themselves homeless too. At one ranch, abandoned horses are finding a new lease on life. More>>
San Diego snowbirds flocked to the hills today in search of slope to go slip-sliding away on a fresh five-inch blanket dropped on Mt. Laguna overnight. More>>
Marie Houdyshel joined three generations of her family today, honoring her late husband, Korean War vet James. "It's important that we remember him and that day being the day it is, that we remember More>>
The struggling economy has hit the restaurant industry hard. Across the county, business is down and many places are struggling just to stay open. This weekend, a popular cafe in the East County is closing its doors, after 52 years in business. More>>
A Sorrento Valley dog and his trainer share a special bond. Working together, both have overcome challenges. In September of this year, dog lover Sharon Heck was still grieving. More>>
At the Purring Parrot in Loma Portal, they don't mind giving a cat the bird. Here, cats and birds can co-exist without any ruffled feathers. More>>
For many people, this is going to be a very frugal Christmas. Our unpredictable economy is causing folks to scale back this holiday season. These times have moved Larry to update the words to an old Christmas classic. More>>
How do you like your chocolate? At Bon Bon Chocolate, their treats come with a little heat.
"When you first bite into it, you're going to taste the chocolate, and then the heat comes after," Joanne Hansen said. More>>
Despite the fact that this has been a year that's tried our patience, depleted our pocketbooks and turned our 401Ks and IRAs into MIAs, we still have so much to be thankful for. More>>
He was a popular singer and actor with close ties to San Diego, and now his legacy lives in Fashion Valley.
While shopping at Fashion Valley, if you suddenly start crooning for some upscale cuisine, come mingle at Der Bingles. More>>
How do I love thee, let me count the ways.
24/7 for the rest of my days.
I love your face, and your dispositon's so sunny
And how you ask me, "Why don't you make more money?" More>>
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The San Diego Police Department is warning the public after receiving reports of a scam targeting elderly Hispanic women at two local strip malls. More>>
It's a CBS smash hit. Since "The Mentalist" made its debut last season, the show has captured a consistent top 10 spot in the ratings, an Emmy nomination and the coveted Thursday 10 p.m. time slot. More>>
Big Red has now undergone a rare, life-altering surgery in the East County to repair a shattered leg and have a second chance at a good life. More>>
It sounds too good to be true. A new Walmart commercial claims you can feed your entire family a traditional Thanksgiving dinner for about $20. More>>
Three rewards totaling $16,000 were on offer today for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the "Geezer Bandit." More>>
At Crawford High School, welcome to Jonathan Winn's advanced calculus class. It's a class so popular and diverse it can't be confined to a single classroom or taught in a conventional method. More>>
The News 8 CrimeFighters need your help to identify a handful of suspected credit card thieves. El Cajon police have posted surveillance photos online, hoping somebody will recognize these criminals and come forward. More>>
