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After months of layoffs and funding cuts by the Trump administration, the government shutdown has given some federal employees hope that their voices are finally being heard.

In a hearing on Wednesday, U.S. District Judge Susan Illston said the layoffs have brought a human cost that cannot be tolerated.

"Homegrown ArtBeat (HART)" is an immersive, one-night celebration of San Diego’s creative heartbeat. It is not just an art show—it’s a living, breathing experience of San Diego’s creative pulse. We invite you to step into the variety and vibrancy of San Diego’s art scene—not as a spectator, but as part of it. Through painting, photography, sculpture, textile arts, interactive performance, and live music, the event reveals how deeply art lives in our everyday surroundings, often unnoticed. We live among artists, stories, and expression every day. This night is about making that visible—so you leave not just inspired, but more awake to the creative richness around you all the time. Event Details Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025 Time: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Location: Union Hall Gallery 2323 Broadway #201, San Diego, CA 92102 (Golden Hill) The Vibe Come as you are. "HART" is a casual, vibrant soirée where you’re not just a guest—you’re part of the creative current. Sip something local, engage with artists, explore bold new work, and let the night move you. San Diego Art Directory on Facebook / Instagram

Thousands of South Sudanese refugees and impoverished locals in Uganda saw a brighter future with a new USAID-funded project. They'd get $205 and coaching to build a business. Then came the cuts.

Sept. 7 is National Grandparents Day. NPR readers shared the joys of becoming grandparents and offered some sage advice.

Treat Mom to a special brunch with delicious brunch specials and rooftop views at Above Ash Social. Join us on Sunday, May 11, and make this Mother’s Day one to remember with great food, refreshing drinks, and an unforgettable atmosphere. Visit: Mother's Day Brunch at Above Ash Social Above Ash Social on Instagram and Facebook

Give the gift of unforgettable experiences this Mother’s Day at The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa! Head to the resort’s award-winning Ocean Pearl Spa all week long for curated and personalized treatments for Mom to unwind and relax over serene massages or facials. Treat mom to several offerings like the Mini Haven Package, which includes a 25-minute flash scrub and a 25-minute instant facial, a total eye hydrogel treatment mask. Those looking for an all-encompassing treatment can surprise Mom with the Mother’s Retreat Package and pick two services from a 50-minute tailor-made massage, a 50-minute classic seasonal facial, or a 50-minute Lalicious Ocean Exfoliation. Each package features a special spa gift and a chilled glass of bubbly. Reservations can be made on Ocean Pearl Spa’s website. Afterwards, head to the resort’s on-site signature restaurant to imbibe over a bottomless brunch experience! Feast on chef-driven, seasonal dishes with coastal views in a refined yet relaxed setting. Toast to what makes Mom special with endless mimosas, savory and decadent brunch favorites, and make memories over an unforgettable Sunday spread. Brunch ranges from $54 to $138 per person. Reservations can be made on OpenTable.

A 25-year-old La Mesa police officer and a driver were killed when they were struck by an oncoming vehicle while the officer was assisting two motorists involved in a traffic collision on the freeway, it was announced Tuesday.

Forecasters say Melissa will unleash catastrophic flooding, landslides and widespread damage in Jamaica. At Category 5, the system would be the strongest hurricane to hit the island since record-keeping began in 1851.

Steve Rios, of Oceanside, California, told NBC that his parents were detained late last month while picking up his pregnant sister and her husband, who is also a Marine at Camp Pendleton.