The HBA engages with the media to tell the story of the Hillcrest business community. The HBA’s media team ensures that good news stories are featured and challenging stories are presented in the most balanced way.
Members of the media working on any story in Hillcrest should reach out to our media team at info@hillcrestbia.org for interviews, referrals, images, or fact checking.
Press Releases
2025
3/6/2025 / Taste of Hillcrest 2025: A Flavor-Packed Culinary & Cocktail Experience
2/14/25 / Mayor Gloria, Civic Leaders to Break Ground on Long-Awaited Pride Promenade
1/22/25 / Media Release: Hillcrest Farmers Market Temporary Relocation is Here!
2024
12/29/2024 / Hillcrest Farmers Market is Evolving: A New Chapter for 2025!
9/9/2024 / Nightmare on Normal Street takes over Pride Plaza in Hillcrest, San Diego!
7/11/2024 / Hillcrest Cityfest: Massive neighborhood party celebrates 40 years!
7/1/2024 / Fabulous Hillcrest Celebrates Kick off to Pride week with Huge Pride Block Party Event!
News Stories
The HBA regularly engages with the media to present a positive point of view concerning Hillcrest. Whether the news is favorable or challenging, the HBA’s media team works to make sure that the business community is presented well.
2025
4/22/25 / KPBS / Here's where San Diego is lowering speed limits to 20 mph
4/12/25 / CBS8 / Hospitality zones proposed to boost downtown vibrancy
4/8/25 / NBC7 / San Diego residents, business leaders concerned over proposed parking changes
3/30/25 / CBS8 / New stores set to open following closures of popular businesses in Hillcrest
3/23/25 / NBC7 / Multiple businesses close in Hillcrest over past few months
3/5/25 / NBC7 / Security concerns rise in Hillcrest after homeless man beaten to death
2/16/25 / Fox KUSI / Construction begins on Pride Promenade in Hillcrest
2/16/25 / ABC10 / Pride Promenade coming to Hillcrest
2/16/25 / NBC7 / Hillcrest Pride Promenade groundbreaking after more than 10 years of community debate
2/16/25 / CBS8 / San Diego breaks ground on expanded Pride Promenade
2/12/25 / SD News / Positive reception to Hillcrest Farmers Market temporary location
1/26/25 / CBS8 / San Diego's largest farmers market has a new temporary home
1/21/25 / Fox 5 KUSI / Crews break ground on long-awaited park in Hillcrest: What to expect
1/3/25 / Fox 5 KUSI / Hillcrest Farmers Market set to move this month: Here’s where it’s going
1/2/25 / CBS8 / Hillcrest Farmers Market to temporarily relocate for 2025 during construction
2024
12/23/24 / CBS8 / Landmark Cinemas Hillcrest theaters set to close its doors for good
12/11/24 / Fox 5 KUSI / Hillcrest Sip-N-Stroll Holiday Event
12/8/24 / CBS8 / Security guards patrolling Hillcrest street thanks to new program
12/5/24 / Fox 5 KUSI / Hillcrest unites to add security guards to streets
11/21/24 / ABC10 / Teens plead not guilty to hate crime charges in connection with Hillcrest gel-pellet attack
Position Statements and Letters
The HBA’s Board of Directors advocates on behalf of the neighborhood in the form of letters and position statements.
2025
3/18/2025 / Letter concerning proposed changes to parking policy 100-18
1/27/2025 / Letter concerning proposed parking meter rate increase
2024
7/24/2024 / Letter of support for Hope and Vine facility
4/25/2024 / Letter concerning SBEP funding in FY25 city budget
4/24/2024 / Letter concerning SDPD deployment of cameras
1/23/2024 / Letter of support for AB1635
1/22/2024 / Letter concerning Uptown Planning Group reform