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With the first 2024 general election results coming in, the outcome of Proposition 33, which allows local governments to impose rent controls, is starting to take shape. Early voting and mail-in ballots are being tallied, but final results won’t be certified until Dec. 5. Stay tuned for the latest updates on this key measure.

Name-calling, mockery, outbursts and expletive-filled tirades are now standard fare at the San Diego County Board of Supervisors’ meetings, sinking the mood and obstructing the public’s business

Get ready for an extraordinary event that will dazzle your senses and touch your heart! The renowned fashion icon, Lizz Russell, is thrilled to present the highly anticipated 12th Annual Cocktails & Couture Charity Fashion Show, aptly themed "Celebrating Survivors." Mark your calendars for May 18, 2024, because this is a fashion extravaganza you don't want to miss. Hosted at the luxurious Vintana Wine + Dine at The Centre, located at 1205 Auto Park Way, Escondido, CA, this event promises an unforgettable experience from Noon to 2:30 p.m. Prepare to be captivated by the unveiling of the stunning new Lizz Russell Collection in a mesmerizing runway show. The fashion-forward designs will transport you to a world of elegance and glamour, leaving you breathless. But that's not all! Get ready to rub shoulders with the stars on the star-studded red carpet. Celebrity guests include Jolisa Webb, a highly decorated veteran and retired Lieutenant Colonel of the US Air Force, and Stephen Pierce, a former NFL star who turned soulful singer with the NFL Players Choir. Catch glamorous arrivals, exclusive interviews, and capture the essence of the celebrity lifestyle. This year, the event pays tribute to remarkable survival stories that inspire and uplift. Join us in celebrating the incredible journey of Semret Russom, a professional bodybuilder who has triumphantly returned to competition. Witness resilience and triumph in action as we honor those who have overcome adversity with grace and strength. Prepare to be amazed as influential figures grace the runway, from top businesswomen to a renowned former WNBA player. Experience the power of fashion with a purpose as we join hands to support Survivorlicious Inc., a newly established 501(c)(3) charity dedicated to maximizing support for survivors. Lizz Russell, Southern California's beloved celebrity designer, has not only made a mark in the fashion industry but also in the hearts of survivors. Throughout GBS-CIDP Awareness Month, Lizz showcases her latest designs while sharing a portion of the event's proceeds with Survivorlicious Inc. It's fashion with a cause, empowering individuals to embrace life fully despite challenges from GBS or CIDP. Survivorlicious Inc. stands as a beacon of hope for those affected by Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP). With a heartfelt mission to improve the quality of life for individuals and their families battling these conditions, Survivorlicious Inc. provides education, support, advocacy, and community connection. The Cocktails & Couture Charity Fashion Show is not just a celebration of survival and style—it's a powerful movement toward awareness and aid. Blending glamour with goodwill, this event is your invitation to make a difference, one runway at a time.

A cataclysmic flood leaves a cat and a few other stray animals stranded on a boat in Flow, an elegantly wordless animated fantasy from Latvia.

Did your brain survive a three-day weekend and the barrage of news this week? If so, maybe you can finally get that 11/11.

Oceanside Police have put out a public safety advisory after a string of attacks targeting homeless people.

France's government has been toppled by a no-confidence vote in parliament, for the first time sine 1962. Prime Minister Michel Barnier served the shortest time in the post in France's modern history.

Thompson, a 50-year-old father of two, spent two decades at UnitedHealth Group before his shocking death. Tributes are pouring in from coworkers and public officials in his home state of Minnesota.

Two rulings — in federal and state courts — make it increasingly likely that Kroger might abandon its $24.6 billion plan to buy Albertsons. The merger aimed to combine two of America's largest supermarket chains.

Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the second Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 9:30 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Walks last 1.5 to 2 hours and are typically less than 1 mile on level terrain. Arguably San Diego’s economically most important tree, palm trees are the economic foundation of many societies around the world. Palms are often used as an iconic symbol of tourist destinations (like San Diego), can survive hurricanes while all other trees are severely damaged, and grow some of the largest leaves and seeds of any plant. As part of its wondrous botanical family, Balboa Park is home to many palm trees, and its famous Palm Canyon hosts dozens of species. Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram