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As Part of the Far South Border North Grant Katie Ruiz, The founder of the Pompom Project engaged the community throughout the city of San Diego in Craft making- Pompom workshops. Ruiz's ongoing Pompom Project engages diverse communities in a collaborative creative process. The experience of coming together to create with one's hands and working towards a shared goal promotes investment and pride in community and shared spaces. Through the communal act of making, strangers come together to work for a common goal resulting in relationship building and community care. Hundreds of participants produced over 1000 pompoms during 8 public workshops over the last four months. The free workshops offered lessons on "Craftivism" a term coined by Betsy Greer in 2003 which refers to craft and activism coming together through art. The Pompoms have been installed in two locations; Sew Loka, a textile store in Logan Heights that focuses on slow fashion and community building, and Villa Merced, senior community room, a branch of Casa Familiar. Sew Loka comprises partners Claudia Biezunski Rodriguez and Manny Biezunski, both of whom are artist. Claudia makes one of one clothing items from recycled and reclaimed materials. Manny is a videographer and marketing person who created a documentary of the pompom project FBSN grant process. The reveal of the public facing art installation and the documentary will be on view at the reception on May 25, 2024 from 12 - 6 p.m. During the reception you are invited to view the new Pompom installation, watch the documentary of the process, make your own pompom, and view one of a kind Sew Loka fashions. For more information visit: katieruizart.com Stay Connected on Instagram

The music mogul was arrested late Monday in New York and now faces charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution after months of civil lawsuits.

Schools like the University of Mississippi School of Medicine are trying to recruit more Black students. But they face a swell of Republican opposition to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

SeaWorld San Diego is launching Memorial Day weekend celebrations beginning Friday, May 24 through Monday, May 27. A Memorial Day Flag Ceremony will take place daily to honor fallen heroes of the United States Armed Forces at 10 a.m. The park will also feature live musical performances by the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Band at Skytower Lawn stage. From Saturday, May 25 to Monday, May 27, SeaWorld San Diego will honor the military with a firework spectacular salute 10 minutes prior to the park’s closure. Additionally, each orca and dolphin presentation at the park will include a military recognition. SeaWorld San Diego will honor Military Appreciation Month with free one-day admission for U.S. military veterans and up to three guests. Veterans can register for this offer through May 27 to visit SeaWorld San Diego with their free tickets. Active-duty military and their guests continue to enjoy one-day complimentary admission all year long. The offer is part of United Parks & Resorts’ Waves of Honor program, a longstanding partnership saluting active-duty military members, veterans and their families by offering special pricing and promotions throughout the year. Eligible U.S military veterans and retirees can register for complimentary single-day ticket(s) for themselves and up to three dependents before May 27 at www.WavesofHonor.com. SeaWorld San Diego is also offering guests up to 50% off Tickets, Fun Cards and Passes during its Memorial Day Sale now through May 27 at www.seaworldsandiego.com. Annual Pass Members receive 12 months of visits with the best benefits ever, including FREE parking, up to six free guest tickets, and special savings on merchandise, Quick Queue, and more. Pass Members are first for everything, first to ride any new attraction, first to view new animal exhibits, and first to know about major park announcements. In 2024, Pass Members will be the first to view SeaWorld’s newest exhibit, "Jewels of the Sea, A Jellyfish Experience," the immersive and interactive aquarium. For more information on SeaWorld San Diego’s Memorial Day Weekend Celebration and to purchase Annual Passes and Fun Cards visit SeaWorldSanDiego.com. Memorial Day events take place May 24 through May 27: Friday, May 24: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday, May 25: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday, May 26: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday, May 27: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. SeaWorld San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

La suspensión del asilo, que entró en vigencia el 5 de junio y ha supuesto una reducción del 40% en las detenciones de cruces ilegales, se aplica a todas las nacionalidades.

The state's highest needs foster children might pay the unintended price of a well-meaning law.

More than 414,000 people had been evacuated ahead of the powerful winds and torrential rain from Typhoon Bebinca. Schools were closed and people were advised to stay indoors.

Morning Edition visited the Scranton Army Ammunition Plant for a behind the scenes look at how defense manufacturing contributes to the economy of northeastern Pennsylvania.

Shelter to Soldier, a nonprofit organization that adopts dogs from local shelters and trains them to become service dogs for post 9/11 veterans suffering from PTSD, TBI, Military Sexual Trauma, and or other injuries associated with traumatic service experiences, is pleased to announce their second annual ‘Sisterhood of Service’ event for women veterans and women in active-duty military. Presented by The Boeing Company and co-hosted by Foundation for Women Warriors, this event is a celebration of women veterans and women in active-duty military, honoring their dedication to our country. This event will be held on May 16 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the beautiful Mission Beach Women’s Club on Mission Bay. Attendees will enjoy an all-levels yoga flow along the bay lead by Veterans Yoga Project, followed by refreshments, resources for women veterans, a luncheon with inspirational guest speaker, goal-setting workshop, and swag bags for each guest. Guests will have the option to continue the fun after the event with a complimentary kayak or SUP rental on Mission Bay. Tickets are complimentary for women veterans and active-duty military, but RSVP is required. For more information or to sign up, please visit here. About Shelter to Soldier: Shelter to Soldier is a nonprofit organization that adopts dogs from local shelters and trains them to become service dogs for post 9/11 veterans suffering from PTSD, TBI, Military Sexual Trauma, and or other injuries associated with traumatic service experiences. The program also places emotional support animals (ESAs) with active-duty military and veterans, as well as deploys the Shelter to Soldier Canine Ambassadors, a team of therapy dogs and their volunteer handlers, to provide visits of love and comfort to local military, veterans, and their families. Stay Connected with Shelter to Soldier! Facebook | Instagram | X

Bring your friends and family and enjoy the downtown at Cyclovia Encinitas on Sunday, May 19, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Experience the vibrant streets like never before when South Coast Highway 101 closes from D Street to J Street transforming into a car-free zone, welcoming cyclists, pedestrians, and all self-powered enthusiasts! There will be plenty of great shops and dining to check out and activities: including a bicycle safety rodeo, bike skills course, bike and helmet decorating station, informational booths, a bike valet and more. This is a fantastic opportunity to break out the bikes, boards, and scooters to see downtown at a different pace! Cyclovia Encinitas is a partnership effort between the City of Encinitas, the City’s Environmental Commission and the Mobility and Traffic Safety Commission along with other partners. The event promotes mobility and the City’s Climate Action Plan. Thank you to Cyclovia sponsors, San Diego Community Power and Mission Fed Credit Union for supporting this free community event. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy our city in a whole new way! Let's roll towards a greener, healthier, and more connected community together!