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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security ended collective bargaining for American Federation of Government Employees union members on March 7.

NCAA president Charlie Baker discusses a proposed settlement between college athletes and the NCAA for making direct payments to players for their name, image and likeness.

🎨🐾 **Join Us for a “Paint Your Pet” Event at GIAOLA Italian Restaurant!** 🐾🎨 Calling all pet lovers and aspiring artists! You’re invited to a delightful evening of creativity and companionship at GIAOLA Italian Restaurant in Bressi Ranch. Bring your furry friends along as Art Instructors guide you through a fun, step-by-step painting class where you’ll create a masterpiece of your beloved pet! No prior painting experience is necessary—our pre-traced canvas will help you unleash your inner artist. ✨ **What to Expect:** – A relaxed and friendly atmosphere – Expert instruction to help you paint your pet – A complimentary glass of wine to sip while you paint – The chance to meet fellow pet lovers and share stories about your companions Whether you’re a seasoned painter or just looking for a fun night out, this event promises to be a memorable experience for both you and your pet. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to celebrate your furry friends through art! We request that you send a high-quality picture of your pet (at eye level and in good lighting) to paintingandvino.vista@gmail.com no later than Wednesday, November 20th. We can’t wait to see you and your pets there! For more information, contact us at (760) 691-0293 Let’s make some art and memories together! 🖌️❤️ We encourage artistic freedom! You can alter the painting to fit your style and use any of our colors. Things to know: We require a 48-hour notice for cancellations/rescheduling. Refunds must be requested within 3 days of purchase. After 3 days a credit will be given. Check-in begins 15 minutes before the event start time. Give yourself time to park to avoid arriving late. No outside food or drink is allowed. They are available for purchase. Wine is not included in your ticket purchase. If you have any questions about the event, feel free to contact customer service. COVID Safety For the Safety of our Guests, Venues & Instructors we make sure to sanitize and clean all supplies before every event. If you have a fever or do not feel well, please stay home. The 48-hour cancellation policy will still be in effect if you need to cancel due to illness. Visit: https://paintingandvino.com/event/paint-your-pet-paint-and-sip-2/?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral Giaola Italian Kitchen on Instagram and Facebook

With tariffs on cars, materials and parts threatening to send auto prices up, some shoppers are racing to lock in vehicles at pre-tariff prices. Others plan to drive their current rides into the ground.

Sudanese activist Duaa Tariq, who spoke to NPR throughout the war, shares what its like in the "liberated" capital Khartoum, after two years occupied by the Rapid Support Forces

Join Us for a Spooktacular Mall-O-Ween! Celebrate Halloween at North County Mall on Saturday October 26th from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. with a frightfully fun day of activities! Here’s what’s in store: 🍬 Free Trick-or-Treating: Collect treats from participating retailers across the mall! 🎡 Spin to Win: Try your luck for a chance to win exciting prizes! 🎉 Giveaways: Don't miss out on exclusive giveaways! 🏆 Costume Contest: Dress to impress and compete for awesome prizes! 🎶 Live DJ: Dance to the beats of our live DJ all afternoon! Keep an eye out for our event map to find participating retailers. Don't miss out on all the spooky fun! Visit: Mall-O-Ween

From the organizers: Celebrate the distinctive and colorful traditions of Día de los Muertos/Day of the Dead at The Old Globe! A festive opportunity to learn the history of this beautiful holiday, featuring live music performances, a new coLAB play in collaboration with our community of Casa Familiar, arts and crafts for kids, a puppet show, workshops, and more. Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Globe’s outdoor Copley Plaza in Balboa Park. This free, family-friendly event is a festive opportunity to learn the history of this beautiful holiday, featuring Aztec dance performances by Danza Azteca Kuauhkoalt, live music performances by Zhiely Monraz and guitarist Ricardo Arredondo, a puppet play by Gastón Morineau and Veronica Burgess, and our new CoLAB play written by Crystal Mercado and members of our community partners at Casa Familiar, directed by our very own Valeria Vega. We will also have a puppet parade and drum workshop led by The San Diego Guild of Puppetry and Drummers Without Borders, and the talented visual artist Natalie Gonzalez presenting her original art piece titled “Ojos de Dios” (Huichol “God’s Eyes”), will also lead a workshop for audience members to create their own piece to take home. Enjoy other amazing crafts, a guest food truck, and beverages at Lady Carolyn’s Pub. See you there! Hosted by Markuz Rodríguez and Laura Jiménez, and produced by Family and Cross-Cultural Programs Manager Valeria Vega. This event is free and open to all who want to attend. This is an all-ages event. The Old Globe on Instagram and Facebook

Soil blocking is an environmentally friendly method to prep seedlings. The technique has captured the attention of serious gardeners who'd like to make their growing more sustainable.

Learn how to make the perfect loaf of sourdough bread! INCLUDES YOUR OWN SOURDOUGH STARTER AND TAKE-HOME LOAF OF SOURDOUGH BREAD! You will learn all about sourdough, and how to make your first loaf of sourdough bread with organic flour and local sourdough starter. Nothing tastes quite like fresh-baked, naturally leavened bread! LEARN: We’ll explain fermentation and have a brief discussion about the benefits of making and eating fermenting foods DEMO: We’ll show you how easy it is to start making naturally-leavened bread yourself at home! TASTE: We’ll have a variety of sourdough bread flavors and will bake bread fresh during the workshop DO IT YOURSELF: Roll up your sleeves and make your very own dough (to be baked the next day!) Visit: https://fermentersclub.com/shop/sd-north-county-sourdough-wkshp/ Fermenters Club on Instagram and Facebook

Many fans are dreaming of coming to the U.S. for the World Cup in 2026. One major problem looms: Wait times to get visas can be about two years for some.