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The Justice Department announced charges in what officials describe as the largest health care fraud bust in DOJ history.

Patisserie Melanie will be open on Easter Sunday, serving a French-inspired brunch from 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. (or until sold out). The menu features signature items including Croque Monsieur, Croque Madame, Croque Forestier, Quiche Lorraine, Quiche Saisonnière, and Jambon Beurre. Guests can also enjoy a seasonal mimosa menu, with options like the L’Orange Lilikoi (passionfruit orange juice and brut), the Persimmon (persimmon purée and brut), and The Melanie (lychee purée, sparkling rosé, and rosewater). Throughout the month of April, the café is featuring a Carrot Cake Café Crème—a spring-inspired blend of carrot, warm spices, brown sugar, and buttery cake notes. Available hot or iced. Take-Home Easter Offerings For those hosting at home, Patisserie Melanie offers a selection of French-inspired brunch items available for pre-order and pickup between April 17–19 (check the website to confirm exact dates and availability). Options include: - Take & Bake Croissants: available by the dozen in mini butter, mini pain au chocolat, or a mix of both - Easter Pound Cakes: Lemon-Ginger and Chai-Peach, perfect for gatherings or gifting - Take & Bake Quiche: Quiche Lorraine and seasonal Quiche Saisonnière, available individually or as a duo - Croque Kits: recreate Croque Monsieur, Croque Madame, or Croque Forestier at home A beautiful assortment of fresh-baked viennoiseries and pastries will also be available in-store throughout Easter weekend, including Tart Citron, Tart aux Fruits, Almond + Raspberry Croissants, Pistachio Croissants, Ham + Gruyère Croissants, and more. Hours: Tuesday–Friday: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Saturday–Sunday: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. For more information, visit www.patisseriemelanie.com. Patisserie Melania on Facebook / Instagram

British punk-rap duo Bob Vylan led chants against the Israeli military in a live BBC broadcast on Saturday. Irish-language rappers Kneecap also are being investigated.

"Drop Dead Gorgeous" The battle between the good and the bad is bound to get ugly. In a small Minnesota town, the annual beauty pageant is being covered by a TV crew. Former winner Gladys Leeman wants to make sure her daughter follows in her footsteps; explosions, falling lights, and trailer fires prove that. As the Leemans are the richest family in town, the police are pretty relaxed about it all. Despite everything, main rival (but sweet) Amber Atkins won’t give up without a fight. Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero: New! Fireside Films: - Fireside Seating double adirondack, chair-side heater, & warm beverage - Classic Seating single, non-heated adirondack To prioritize safety, attendees must be 13 years or older to participate in this Fireside screening due to the use of wood-burning heaters. Rooftop Cinema Club on Facebook / Instagram

The Trump administration has issued a notice of violation accusing Harvard University of "deliberate indifference" toward Jewish and Israeli students.

In this class the face is the focus. Using different techniques and mediums, we will find fun ways to approach an often daunting subject. Students will be encouraged to bring photos of family, friends, even pets. We will discuss the best kinds of photos to work with and how to use the ones you have even if they aren’t the best quality. There will be a model for one session, and we will try self-portraiture. This is an interesting way to improve your skills, find some new ones, and have fun while you are at it. Materials: A 9” x 12” pad of mixed-media paper; soft vine charcoal (willow is the best); woodless graphite pencil, 6B, 8B, or 9B (the higher the number the better); pencil sharpener; kneaded eraser. Other materials will be discussed in class, and the instructor will bring some supplies for students to try and share. Max students: 12 Visit: Athenaeum Music & Arts Library

Join Palomar College's Pride Center for a very special screening of "Mosquita y Mari" followed by an in-person conversation with the film's writer/director Aurora Guerrero! The screening will take place on Palomar College's San Marcos campus on May 8 at 5:30 p.m. Synopsis: This exquisitely crafted coming of age tale follows a pair of Latina teens who fall gradually in love against the backdrop of Southeast Los Angeles. When straight A student Yolanda — aka Mosquita (Fenessa Pineda) decides to help struggling tough girl Mari (Venecia Troncoso) with her homework an intense attraction evolves between the two. As their friendship grows, a yearning to explore their strange yet beautiful connection surfaces. Lost in their private world of unspoken affection, lingering gazes, and heart-felt confessions of uncertain futures, Yolanda’s grades begin to slip while Mari’s focus drifts away from her duties at a new job. Mounting pressures at home collide with their new-found desires thus driving Yolanda and Mari’s relationship to the edge, forcing them to choose between their obligations to others and staying true to each other. RSVP and Learn More

NCTD leaders called the move a "major milestone." The agency has directly hired the 450 previously contracted employees.

According to the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority, the nine-day holiday travel window will see 85,000 people arriving and departing from San Diego International Airport on its busiest days.

Breaking down the good, the bad and the ugly of this year's Academy Award nominations — plus Restaurant Week, GamerCon and how to unwind with puppy yoga.