San Diego Daily Local Headlines: Convention Center upgrades, SDUSD strike averted, late-February heat

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Convention Center work set to begin, with an eye on staying open

Repairs and long-planned upgrades are set to start at the San Diego Convention Center, which is approaching four decades for its original sections. City leaders say the goal is to modernize key systems while keeping events running, so San Diego stays competitive for major conventions.

One early change: unused rooftop tennis courts are slated to come out as part of a new roof project designed to be solar-ready.

San Diego Unified strike averted as special education support deal takes shape

A districtwide teacher strike that had been scheduled for today was called off after the union and San Diego Unified reached an agreement focused on special education working conditions. The plan includes added support for paperwork and family meetings, plus quicker stipend payments when caseloads exceed limits.

Warm spell builds, with near-record late-February temperatures possible

After this week’s unsettled weather, forecasters say high pressure is bringing a quick warm-up. Inland neighborhoods could push into the 80s and 90s by Friday, with desert communities flirting with triple digits. Coastal morning fog is still possible, but afternoons should lean sunny and dry.

San Diego Museum of Art turns 100, with free entry and community moments

The San Diego Museum of Art is marking its centennial with new exhibits and a slate of events. A major birthday celebration is set for Saturday, Feb. 28, including free museum entry during the day and festivities outside, even though ticketed portions have sold out.

Worth a look this weekend

• San Diego Bird Festival programming continues through Sunday, with guided outings around the county.
• The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is scheduled to make local stops, adding a quirky pop-up photo opportunity.

Sources

• https://www.kpbs.org/news/economy/2026/02/25/repairs-renovations-set-to-begin-at-the-san-diego-convention-center
• https://www.kpbs.org/news/living/2026/02/23/maestros-de-san-diego-cancelan-huelga-al-acercarse-fecha-limite-distrito-abordara-demandas-sobre-educacion-especial
• https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/hundred-years-art-sdma-centennial-events-san-diego/3968525/
• https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/potential-record-breaking-heat-san-030840463.html
• https://timesofsandiego.com/things-to-do/2026/02/26/san-diego-weekend-guide-feb-27-march-1-wienermobile-warblers/