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Medicaid supporters rallied in Santee Wednesday as part of a week of protests targeting California Republican congress members. Plus, federal immigration officials are considering bringing controversial, life-threatening buoys to California. And, how Project 2025 is disrupting disease research at UCSD.

Get ready, San Diego! On July 12, Families Out Loud is bringing an unforgettable evening of powerhouse Drag Race performances — and you're invited. This must-see drag show features an all-star lineup from RuPaul’s Drag Race, including: - Nicky Doll - Silky Nutmeg Ganache - Utica - Icesis Couture - Denali - Pangina Heals+ more Come out for a night full of energy, entertainment, and celebration — all in support of Families Out Loud! Tickets: - General Admission: Entry to show - VIP Meet & Greet: Entry to show + exclusive VIP Meet & Greet with the queens before the show (VIP Meet & Greet starts at 9pm) Entry to this event is 21+. Valid photo ID required upon entry. Tickets are limited — grab yours now and be part of a night you won’t forget! This event will sell out. Families Out Loud is an empowering organization designed to support LGBTQ+ individuals and couples on their journey to building and expanding their families. Families Out Loud on Instagram

"One Pie at a Time" is a theatrical dance production created by local San Diego artists Tina Carreras & Erin Kracht for the 2025 San Diego International Fringe Festival. This production centers around relevant and diverse feminized perspectives and experiences in our patriarchal society. This work specifically explores themes around the objectivity of the male gaze, body image, assumed gender roles, and the pressures of impossible beauty standards. Dancers include Tem Albright, Tina Carreras, Madelyn Embry, Erin Kracht, Alexa Lopez Plush, Kamil Richardson, Samara Rodriguez, and Lisa Strickland *Some suggestive themes and dialogue are explored 1.Buy a $7 fringe tag: Required to attend any fringe show The TAG is a one-time purchase and is essential for producing the festival, as 100% of ticket sales go directly to the artists. 2. Buy tickets: sdfringe.org/tickets25/ ● Single Tickets: $13 ●Multi-Show Passes: ○ 3 Shows $33 ○ 5 Shows $55 ○ 10 Shows $104 ○ TICKETS: 2025 Tickets ○ Plus (outside fees); ADMINISTRATIVE & FACILITY FEES - applicable to all ticketing options.

Get ready for a great discussion featuring a book targeted to middle schoolers. Plus enjoy snacks! A FREE copy of the selected book will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis to those who plan to attend the club. This month we will discuss the book "Moon Over Manifest," by Clare Vanderpool. Audience: This program is recommended for tweens and teens ages 12-14 Location: Homeschool Resource Center Visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/mission-valley-library

Step into a world of hands-on exploration and discovery during a special evening packed with interactive activity booths, live science demos, and fun for the whole family! Join San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum for an after-hours event and watch the Museum transform to host hands-on activity booths featuring science, technology, reading, engineering, art, and math (STREAM). Through hands-on activity booths and an endless amount of fun, children will learn about: - Science of fires with the Escondido Fire Department - Robotics and coding with Magikid Robotics Lab - Physics of soccer with Soccer Shots - Archaeology with San Diego Archaeological Center - Dry ice sublimation - Electrical engineering circuit art + more! Plus, you won’t want to miss learning about kinesiology through dance with Lovely Leaps Dance Studio. Fill up with a quick bite from The Go Go Truck and Ice World Frozen Desserts for hand-crafted ice cream. Tickets: Non-Members: $17 Museum Members: $12 Military: $11 EBT/WIC/SNAP: $2 Visit: https://sdcdm.org/events/sciencenight/ San Diego Children's Discovery Museum on Instagram and Facebook

This week's albums and singles charts are both dominated by the same record: Sabrina Carpenter's Man's Best Friend, which debuts at No. 1 and lands all 12 of its songs in the Hot 100's top 40.

Scientists tracking the birds in an experimental forest in New Hampshire have also tracked changes in the forest ecosystem over decades.

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria presented his draft budget proposal to the City Council. Plus, a group with roots in Ocean Beach is spearheading a county-wide clean up effort. And, La Jolla Playhouse kicks off its WOW, or Without Walls, festival this week.

Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is more than simply putting flowers in a container. It is a disciplined art form that breathes life into each composition, harmonizing the elements of nature and humanity. Learn to create these stunning pieces of art that intertwine Japanese culture and the changing of the seasons. By end of the semester, you will have learned to design beautiful and professional looking arrangements for both everyday and special occasions. Contact Prof. Takeya for more information at mtakeya@sdccd.edu. This class is free and open to the public. You may register when you attend the class. Audience: Adults, Seniors Location: Community Room Visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/mission-valley-library Mission Valley Branch Library on Facebook

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin visited with San Diego leaders Tuesday to discuss solutions to the cross-border sewage crisis. He also faced a group of protestors. Plus, how Project 2025 is impacting San Diegans. And, the city is lowering speed limits on a handful of commercial streets.