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Jeff Zients will take over as the White House faces a slew of congressional investigations. Also looming: the special counsel probe into classified documents found in Biden's files.

How federal elections are run across the U.S. could be upended if the Supreme Court adopts even a limited version of a once-fringe idea known as the "independent state legislature theory."

Queenie: Godmother of Harlem tells the overlooked story of Stephanie Saint Clair, or "Queenie," a Black female mob boss and fashion icon who lived during the height of the Harlem Renaissance.

Explore up to eight iconic neighborhoods when you tour America’s Finest City on foot. Join us for the original Rock ‘n’ Roll San Diego on June 4-5, 2022. Marathon Course Overview: From the start line next to Balboa Park to the finish line in Downtown, you’ll race through some of the most iconic neighborhoods in San Diego. With perfect running weather queued up for race weekend, you’ll want to hurry down to the epic finish! Date: June 5, 2022 Start Time: 6:15 a.m. Time Limit: 7 hours * Times subject to change Start Line: Sixth Ave & Quince St at Balboa Park Finish Line: Ash St & Union St Half Marathon Course Overview: From the start line next to Balboa Park to the finish line in Downtown, you’ll race through some of the most iconic neighborhoods in San Diego. With perfect running weather queued up for race weekend, you’ll want to hurry down to the epic finish! Date: June 5, 2022 Start Time: 6:15 a.m. Time Limit: 4 hours * Times subject to change Start Line: Sixth Ave & Quince St at Balboa Park Finish Line: Ash St & Union St 5K Course Overview Date: June 4, 2022 Start Time: 7:00am Time Limit: 1 hour * Times subject to change Start Line: Presidents Way & Park Blvd. Finish Line: Balboa Dr Rock 'n' Roll Running Series on Facebook + Instagram + @RunRocknRoll on Twitter

President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva fired Brazil's army chief on Saturday. Lula has said that some in the military allowed the Jan. 8 uprising in the capital by far-right protesters.

The Culture Ministry said it had closed the country's most famous tourist attraction as well as the Inca Trail leading up to the site "to protect the safety of tourists and the population in general."

The protest follows the death of an environmental activist earlier this week. Authorities said the 26-year-old activist shot a state trooper. Activists have questioned officials' version of events.

Lizz Russell will reveal her newest collection with entertainment by Celebrity Harpist Mariea Antoinette as she presents the Robert and Estelle Benson Award to GBS Survivor and Celebrity Hairstylist Desmond Miller. You are invited to attend an afternoon of fashion, entertainment and philanthropy as a portion of all proceeds will go to the local San Diego GBS Foundation. This year's theme is “Embrace Your Greatness” and as the first Cocktails & Couture since the pandemic, Lizz Russell has set an ambitious fundraising goal and will have her Swag Shop open with items from her newest collection for guests to purchase onsite. “After more than two years of this pandemic, there has never been a more appropriate time for us to celebrate our health and recognize the strength within us,” shared GBS Survivor and Patient Liaison, Lizz Russell. This event will be an afternoon you will not want to miss, for a worthy cause. Celebrity Harpist Mariea Antoinette will serenade the audience with elegant jazz music with an edgy twist while guests will be dazzled as they get a first look at the fashion guru’s latest designs.

Join us to learn more about past and future World Fairs, how the World Expos have impacted our lives, what's to come, and to enjoy a historic tour of Balboa Park. Featured speakers include Ross Porter, President of The Committee of One Hundred- an organization that works to preserve Balboa Park's historic architecture, gardens, and public spaces; Maggie Lemere, Global Ties U.S. Oral Historian; and Kara Snesko, U.S. Department of State Acting Director Expo Unit. Since 1851, there have been many events held throughout the world using the names "world's fair," "international exposition," "universal exposition," "world expo," and just "expo." The Panama–California Exposition was an exposition held in San Diego between January 1, 1915, and January 1, 1917. The exposition celebrated the opening of the Panama Canal, and was meant to tout San Diego as the first U.S. port of call for ships traveling north after passing westward through the canal. The fair was held in San Diego's large urban Balboa Park. Please register using the link provided.

All Hands on Deck for Travelers Aid! Please help us help them . . . Please help Travelers Aid raise much-needed funding for our senior transportation, employment assistance, family reunification, and domestic violence programs Join us for Raise the Sails on June 16, 2022! Enjoy live music, small bites, cocktails, auctions, raffles, and much more! We really need your help and support—it’s “all hands on deck” time. Our social service programs assist those in our community who lack safety nets; we provide counseling, referrals, and a variety of transportation options for low-income seniors, the unemployed, homeless individuals and families, victims of domestic violence, and many other vulnerable populations. Please support us with your attendance and your much appreciated donations.