City refuses to pay $7.6 million to man paralyzed by a fallen tree. Requests new trial.
Ex Parte hearing scheduled for Tuesday, March 12.
The City of San Diego wants to take another shot at convincing a jury that they should not be held responsible for the palm tree that fell on Michael Burke's legs during a in January 2010 storm. Last December, a …
Helzer, Grinnell & Hubbard: The ARC Trio
Shifting from intricate notation into free improvisation while keeping it all swinging is serious fun.
The ARC Trio featuring pianist Rick Helzer bassist Justin Grinnell and drummer Nathan Hubbard played a reunion gig on March 9 at Villa Musica--reconfirming the depth of talent in the San Diego jazz scene. These guys may be the best-kept …
Con-Dor science fiction/fantasy convention photo report
San Diego's OTHER comical con happening on Hotel Circle North
http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2013/mar/09/41483/ The annual ConDor science fiction/fantasy convention is happening this weekend at the Town and Country Resort on Hotel Circle North, which last October also hosted the inaugural edition of San Diego Comic Fest. This year's ConDor features authors, agents, …
Enormous blast from Kyle Blanks not enough for Padres to get by Rangers
The Texas Rangers beat the Padres in Peoria on Saturday in spite of a monstrously long home run from Kyle Blanks
If there was ever any doubt about how much power the bat of Kyle Blanks could possibly wield, then those doubts should have been shed on Saturday in Peoria. In the bottom of the sixth inning with a man on, …
A Scribe Amidst the Lions calling it quits
Band breakup just weeks after releasing finale of 3-album trilogy
"After many years of creating some of the best music and memories of our lives, A Scribe Amidst the Lions is saying goodbye," according to an email blast from A Scribe Amidst the Lions. "We want to thank all of …
Basshenge Technology techno dance series at AC Lounge
Burning Man sound camp drops the beat at BeHe bar.
Basshenge started last year as a series of parties to raise funds for a Burning Man installation of the same name. The result was a life-size (150 feet in diameter) Stonehenge replica powered by 100,000 watts of sound, over 120 …
Get greasy with Bikes Del Pueblo
Volunteers of all mechanical levels wanted to help fix bicycles to benefit Sherman Heights Community Center
You might’ve seen Bikes Del Pueblo at the City Heights Farmers Market on Saturdays and wondered what they’re all about. See for yourself and get dirty in the process on Sunday, March 10 at their Bike Build Day at Sherman …
TMD puts 2014 funding requests on indefinite hold
Seventeen organizations informed of the hold today
According to Business Wire, the San Diego Tourism Marketing District put its 2014 funding requests on indefinite hold today (March 8). Terry Brown of Atlas Hotels, chairman of TMD, said the marketing promotion group does not have a contract -- …
Chargers hawking combined convention center/roofed stadium
Trouble is, experience says they don't work out
A judge begins hearing a case next week on the legality of hotel room rate surcharges to pay for the proposed expansion of the convention center. Later, the Coastal Commission will decide if the expansion should go ahead. Mark Fabiani, …
Joe Garrison & Night People live at 98 Bottles
The underground composer surfaced with a red-hot nonet to interpret some very original music.
Composer and pianist Joe Garrison brought the rich 9 piece ensemble he calls Night People into 98 Bottles on March 7, for an evening of creative, swinging original material featuring some of San Diego's best instrumental soloists. Garrison himself is …
Rain spoils promising Padres early lead against White Sox
The San Diego Padres are rained out after only three innings against the Chicago White Sox
The Padres could have used the rain on Thursday when the Angels caught fire early, and could have done without the rain on Friday. So it goes, after staking themselves to a 4-1 lead against the Chicago White Sox, the …
PB: Drink your greens!
Greenfix is the pause for your pores at all the farmers' markets
“Filler up.” Matt plonks his growler on the counter. Phil grabs it, goes back to the tap, and starts pouring the thick green stuff in. Joe grabs his $27. http://sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2013/mar/08/41439/ “It’s $29 if you don’t have your own jar," he …
Why Carlsbad Doesn't Need a Charter School
Former executive director of tribe gaming commission admits embezzlement
Troy Teague headed La Posta commission; casino now closed
Troy Teague, former executive director of the La Posta Gaming Commission, pleaded guilty today (March 8) to embezzling $57,000 from the La Posta Band of Mission Indians. The La Posta casino in Boulevard was the smallest of the 11 Native …
Why poll when you can impale?
Only 4% of those questioned go to the movies every week
When I was young, my parents would yell, "What are you wasting your time at the movies for? Why not read a book?" Nowadays the parental war cry has been altered to "Stop playing video games, get the hell out …
Late filings reveal formidable fundraising clout of San Diego sheriff
Aide says lawman's office didn't know of law and learned of possible penalties from news reports of $37,500 fine levied against Sacramento mayor
In an apparent case of better late than never, a top aide to San Diego county Sheriff Bill Gore says two so-called behesting disclosure statements were filed months late by the sheriff because his office wasn't aware of the California …
Color Me Rad 5K at Petco Park
Another chance to get stuff thrown at you while you jog for charity.
Who knew rainbow-hued corn starch races were a thing? When I posted about the Run or Dye 5K a few days ago, I thought it was a quirky, one-of-a-kind endeavor. But I was so, so wrong. Judging by their website, …
A personal message to discerning San Diego cinephiles from Thomas 'Tiny' Lister
Legendary tough guy in town tonight for San Diego Latino Film Festival's screening of "K 11"
You better scream, you better shout: 'Tiny' Lister is coming to town tonight to promote his latest film, K 11, which screens at 9:30pm as part of the San Diego Latino Film Festival. 'Tiny' is an imposing character actor who …