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President Trump ordered the deployment of troops to Portland and said he's authorized them to use "full force" to curb protests outside ICE facilities.

On Friday, July 25, Songwriter Sanctuary will host a special edition performance of its monthly series in celebration of Disability Pride Month featuring artists with lived experiences and/or deep ties to the disability community, including Espi Love, The Bella Lunas, and Miranda Ramos with Dylan Razwick. The event is hosted by the legendary Jeff Berkley in partnership with Normal Heights United. (4650 Mansfield St. Suggested Donation $10. All ages. Doors 6:30 p.m., Music 7 p.m.) Disabled people are one of the largest, most diverse, and most excluded groups in our society. But the problem isn’t disability itself; it’s the ableism (both overt and unintentional) baked into our spaces and systems. Through story and song, we’ll explore how access, care, and inclusion can create a better world for all of us - because anyone can become disabled at any time, and increased access is a lifelong practice! Come celebrate the power and pride of this vibrant community! ASL Interpreters and reserve seating area for Deaf/Hard of Hearing folks will be provided. Please visit the accessibility section below for additional access needs and/or email mollyrose@nhunited.org by July 18. About the Artists Miranda Ramos: (accompanied by Dylan Razwick): Two-time 2024 Best of San Diego Winner in the categories of Best Country Musician & Singer/Songwriter and 2025 San Diego Music Award Nominee Miranda Ramos is a one of a kind artist who believes that a song isn't just sung, it must be performed. Drawing inspiration from her County and Rock roots, Miranda's songwriting is honest and relatable. She performs with her full band, as an acoustic duo or trio covering top 40 music and originals in the county genre with some pop, rock, and alternative hits thrown in (because why not?), and is the lead female vocalist in ALT2K San Diego's Premier Alt Rock Cover Band. The Bella Lunas: Kismet brought The Bella Lunas together in San Diego, California in 2022 and the vibrant trio immediately bonded over their love of music, creativity and American Sign Language. Rhea, a versatile singer-songwriter and ASL Interpreter, showcases her powerful, raw musical talent and exceptional vocals. Sheena, a CODA (Child of a Deaf Adult), brings her velvety vocals and passion for perfectly blended harmonies. Lily, a Deaf artist, wowed the other ladies with her unique ASL rhythmic renditions of visual music. Rhea and Sheena's voices and instruments blend together in angelic harmonies, weaving intricate patterns of sound that captivate audiences. Yet it is Lily, a Deaf artist and performer, who introduces a completely new dimension with American Sign Language. They are graceful together with the music as it creates a mesmerizing experience you can see, hear, and feel. Espi Love: Espi Love is a local poet who residing on traditional Kumeyaay land (San Diego, CA). They're also a vocalist, actress, model, and competitive dancer, and crochet artist. Espi believes in art as a form of not only creative expression but protest, resistance, whimsy in a world that tells us to leave our playfulness behind. Event Details Location: Normal Heights United Church - 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego, CA 92116. Thank you to our generous venue partner for sharing this beautiful space with the local music community! Time: Doors 6:30 p.m., Show 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. ish. Suggested Donation: $10, but please be generous in your support of these top tier talents whose creative work is their livelihood. 100% donations go to artists. No one turned away for lack of funds. All Ages: Bear in mind we do not censor our artists so please make sure to check out the lineup and make the best decision for your family. Parking: Street parking Food/Drink: Beverages for small purchase, thanks to our sponsors! Duck Foot Brewing Company. Guests are welcome to bring food into the venue (please eat and dispose of waste respectfully) Accessibility: ASL interpreters and reserved seating for Deaf/Hard of Hearing folks provided. Sensory station in foyer includes single use masks, ear plugs, and hand sanitizer. Venue runs two Corsi-Rosenthal box fan filters during the event. Please direct any additional venue accessibility requests to Molly mollyrose(at)nhunited(dot)org at least (5) business days prior to the event. Remaining 2025 Season Schedule *subject to change Aug. 29 - Claire King - Hailey Wetzel - Lexi Pulido Sept. 26 - Joe Summers - Grainne Hunt - Helena Holleran Oct. 24 - Shea Givens - Kevin Cooper - Anthony Cullins Dec 5. - Holiday Edition! - JT Moring - Cara Cormier - David Beldock and Peggy Watson For inquiries, media comps, or further information, please contact: Lindsay White lindsaywhite.music@gmail.com Songwriter Sanctuary on Instagram

Join the families of Para Las Familias, ECS' bilingual and bicultural behavioral health clinic, for an afternoon of activities and fun as they celebrate the back-to-school season! There will be free food, free school supplies, fun activities, a raffle, resources, and more! We will be giving out *100 backpacks at the event. Drop by for some community fun and enjoyable back-to-school prep. We are seeking volunteers to assist with setup and teardown, as well as to lead activities during the event. If you have any questions or want more information, please contact 619-565-2650. *One backpack per child while supplies last. Visit: https://www.ecscalifornia.org/para-las-familias Episcopal Community Services on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for the Annual Santee Street Fair and Craft Beer Festival featuring live music and entertainment, food and craft vendor booths, carnival rides and more! This is a free, public event. The local Boy Scouts will have a pancake breakfast where proceeds directly benefit the Boy Scouts. Come early and get your breakfast before our Opening Ceremonies! Breakfast will be served from 7 a.m. - 11 a.m. It is only $8 (CASH ONLY) which includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, and coffee or orange juice. Beer Garden Information: Best Craft Beer Garden In East County VIP Pre-Sale Tickets for $25 ~ Includes 10 Beer Tasters and a Meal Participating Breweries to be Announced Soon! Vendor Information: If you sell 100% homemade arts and crafts contact gonzalez@santeechamber.com for specialty pricing. The sale of firearms, tobacco, tobacco/drug paraphernalia, alcohol, or any other item that promotes the use of illicit substance is prohibited. Visit: https://santeestreetfair.com/

The city’s lawsuit details how, in April 2019, the city received a complaint that the scrap yard was running a recycling and processing facility and developing the yard without city permits.

Action junkies can get their adrenaline fix this week with "Ballerina" in theaters or the behind-the-scenes documentary "Wick is Pain," now streaming.

Capitalism: A Global History comes in at 1,000 pages before the footnotes. Across the Universe explores the past, present and future of crossword puzzles. Plus, a Mitford sister biography and more.

The San Diego Mineral & Gem Society presents Gem Diego, San Diego’s Finest Gem & Mineral Show! November 1-2, 2025. Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Located at the Liberty Station Conference Center: 2600 Laning Rd. San Diego 92106 (1 mi. So. of Liberty Station Marketplace) Free Admission & Ample Free Parking. Eateries right next door. Free Gem & Mineral ID (limit 10). 29 dealers, 20+ exhibits, lapidary demonstrations, kid’s zone, gems, minerals, crystals, fossils, rough, cut stones, books, jewelry, slabs, door prizes, grand prize raffle (do not have to be present), and plenty more! Trained Service Animals Only!

FilAm CreatorCon, our annual convention that celebrates and empowers Filipino American creators and artist from different mediums, makes its return on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at the Chula Vista Library (Civic Center Branch) in Chula Vista, CA. This free event will be a unique opportunity for aspiring creators, emerging talent and the general public to learn from and interact with professional Filipino American creators and artists in an intimate environment. FilAm CreatorCon on Facebook / Instagram

Instead of weekly injections, patients will soon be able to swallow a daily pill to lose weight. Novo Nordisk's pill form of Wegovy is the first to gain Food and Drug Administration approval.