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Carlos Rico is a Community Guides Reporter for The San Diego Union-Tribune. He collects information, talks to the community and puts together guides that act as resources for locals and visitors to San Diego County. The guides range from the best dog-friendly restaurants and mocktail bars, to free classes to level up your skill set or start a side hustle.
Abby started her career with the Union-Tribune as a college intern in the arts and entertainment section, but over the years has been a writer, blogger, digital and social media producer and podcaster. She also served for one year as a member of the editorial board. Outside of the U-T, she has been an audience engagement editor, city reporter, government reporter, social media producer and features writer at various publications in California, Indiana and Washington, D.C.