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Join us every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to participate in a local research project led by the Roselab at UCSD. Event will begin with a brief summary of the labs research and the role of mosquitoes in our ecosystem. This will be followed by field activities on the Marsh. Volunteers will get the chance to take environmental measurements, identify mosquito larvae, collect environmental samples for DNA sequencing and explore the Kendall-Frost Marsh! Visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScdcrh0lgxeJKik5jI4rcm5SBFtZm0-2f-A3Lsoz8S2mel_wQ/viewform?pli=1

California lawmakers scaled back Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed Medi-Cal cuts this week. But critics say the revised plan still unfairly targets the immigrant community.

Trump vowed in January to send up to 30,000 migrants to Guantánamo, but so far about 500 have been flown to and from there. Critics say his goal appears to be frightening migrants into self-deporting.

Earthaven Ecovillage fared remarkably well after Hurricane Helene. The community had backup power and water systems, as well as food supplies, but members also knew how to work together in a crisis.

There could be about a million 'orphan' oil and gas wells across the U.S. As they age, they can leak greenhouse gases or unhealthy chemicals.

Learn to needle felt! Saturday, April 12, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Have you ever wished you’d stumble upon a tiny fairy house while walking in a deep forest? Join felting artist Sophie Ancel in this 3-hour workshop where you’ll learn to make your own little house using needle felting techniques. Students will use natural wool roving and batting, felt, beads and simple embroidery. The class requires the use of sharp felting needles and we will cover how to safely use felting needles. Guards will also be provided. Each student will have the option of creating a tiny home equipped with a door, window, and decorated with flowers and leaves. This little home can be used as a box as the roof can act as a lid! You will be given a tiny light for added fairy house magic. No experience necessary. Ages 12+ welcome. Materials fee of $5 (cash only) to be paid to the instructor at the start of the class. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts. • Scholarships available. • Homeschool funds accepted. • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. Visit: sandiegocraft.org

A small jet crashed into military housing in a Tierrasanta neighborhood Thursday morning, killing multiple people on the plane and injuring others. We hear from the people displaced, and those working to rehouse them. Plus, KPBS confirmed the airport’s weather instrumentation was not working at the time of the crash. Then, a check-in with one of more than 1,500 Jan. 22 flood plaintiffs in what has ballooned into a mass tort against the city of San Diego.

Are you interested in arts and wellness? Join Soultry Sisters Arts & Wellness Collective for a three-day guided and intentional festival, from June 20- June 22, featuring QTBIPOC local artists, creatives, healers, and wellness practitioners. Participants are invited to join us at this weekend-long festival filled with creative expression + holistic wellness workshops, soulcare rituals to bring in the summer solstice, interactive discussions, live performances & so much more. Our Summer SOULstice festival is a space to prioritize your personal + collective wellness and healing. Connect. Create. Celebrate with us! Day 1 • Friday | 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. | Oceanside Museum of Art | 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA Day 2 • Saturday | 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.| Founder’s Hall | 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas, CA Day 3 • Sunday | 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Founder’s Hall | 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas, CA Festival Includes: - Interactive arts + wellness workshops - Experience sessions on holistic wellness, soulcare, and sustainability through movement, writing, sound healing & creative expression - Opportunities to make meaningful connections with like-minded community members Music, dancing, live performances + more! Learn more and register at https://www.soultrysisters.com/ssfestival Soultry Sisters Arts & Wellness Collective on Facebook / Instagram

Discover the latest trends and expert insights at our "Kitchen, Baths & More" seminar! Learn about "ADUs, custom homes, and outdoor living spaces" from industry professionals. Whether you’re planning a renovation or building from the ground up, this free event will provide valuable tips, design inspiration, and practical advice to help you bring your vision to life. Don’t miss this opportunity to ask questions and get expert guidance on your next project! Marrokal Design and Remodeling on Facebook / Instagram

Israel says it has largely knocked out Iran's air defenses. In contrast, Israel still has strong air defenses in place, though some Iranian missiles are breaking through with lethal results.