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California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks at the Presidio Tunnel Tops before the signing of a new climate agreement in San Francisco on Oct. 6, 2022.

California workers will get five sick days instead of three under law signed by Gov. Newsom

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law to increase the amount of minimum sick days for workers from three days to five.

Escondido’s Shop Small Spring Edition

Escondido has come together to Shop Small, not just during the holidays, but year-round, including this spring, prior to Mother’s Day, in the wonderful historic downtown district. MAGEC (Museums & Arts Growing Escondido Culture), Escondido Downtown Business Association, City of Escondido, and Visit Escondido are working together to provide a full day of shopping with discounts, special offers and prizes. Shop, eat, and explore downtown Escondido to discover pop-up artists – between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. – plus live music, special treats, sales, and discounts. Visit: https://www.downtownescondido.com/copy-of-shop-small Escondido Downtown Business Association on Facebook

Composting and Manure Management - Free Workshop

Please pre-register here to attend! At this workshop, you will learn how you can both protect your local watershed and produce a fantastic soil amendment by composting large animal manure. Improper disposal of manure is unsightly, breeds flies, may create health hazards, and can contaminate local streams and water sources. Composting is easy and inexpensive, and can help reduce these issues. Using composted manure on your garden and landscaping will also help your plants thrive and conserve water, too! This workshop will cover: - Basic composting - Manure composting - Manure management - Preventing odors and flies - Benefits of composting - Protecting local water sources Thanks to our sponsors, the County of San Diego and County of San Diego Recycling. Thanks to our host, Twin Oaks Valley Equestrian Association. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

A study published in the journal <em>Nature</em> found that the status of amphibians globally is "deteriorating rapidly," earning them the unenviable title of being the planet's most threatened class of vertebrates. Here, an endangered Agalychnis annae, commonly known as a Blue-Sided Leaf Frog, is seen at National Biodiversity Institute of Costa Rica, INBio, in Heredia, Costa Rica.

Scientists looked at nearly every known amphibian type. They're not doing great

A new global assessment of the world's amphibians finds that more than 2 of every 5 known species is at risk of extinction. Habitat loss, disease and climate change are the main drivers.

32 Chunk, known for his girth and a scar on his muzzle, has become one of the most dominant males on the Brooks River. But is that enough for him to win Fat Bear Week?

Chonky and they know it: Voting starts in Fat Bear Week

Explaining the draw of gawking at massive bears, a park ranger says, "You can follow the bears for years and really get to know their lives and their personalities and their soap operas."

Frontline health care workers hold a demonstration outside Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center on September 4.

75,000 Kaiser nurses, pharmacists and other workers have walked off the job

In the largest health care strike in U.S. history, over 75,000 workers at Kaiser Permanente hospitals and medical facilities across the U.S. walked off the job on Wednesday morning.

The property of a potential affordable housing complex on Del Mar's bluffs is seen through a fence, April 6, 2023.

Del Mar could see affordable housing along coastal bluffs

Affordable housing could be coming to the coast of Del Mar, which would help the city fall in line with state housing requirements. Not everyone is happy with the proposal. It's being met with some pushback and alternative options.

This photo provided by the U.S. Coast Guard shows the typhoon closing in on Tumon Bay, Guam on Tuesday.

A typhoon just lashed Guam. What does federal relief look like for a U.S. territory?

Guam still faces dangerous winds and flash floods as the powerful storm moves away from the island. Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero spoke to Morning Edition about damage so far and federal help on the way.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, seen here in September, is facing a united opposition in Sunday's election that threatens his grip on power.

How Recep Tayyip Erdogan became Turkey's most powerful leader

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is facing a united opposition in Sunday's election that threatens his grip on power. But how did Erdogan manage to stay untouched for so long?

Butterflies, Biscuits & Tea with Ms. Smarty-Plants™

Butterflies, Biscuits & Tea with Ms. Smarty-Plants™ Saturday, May 13, 10 a.m. / 11 a.m. / 12 p.m. A Mother's Day Treat! COST: $25 Garden Member / $30 General / Add-on $5 - Butterfly release, tea and biscuits, MSP seed pack - Add-on $5 per person without a butterfly release. Must purchase a ticket valued at $25-$30 to purchase add-on tickets. The Water Conservation Garden’s beloved Ms. Smarty-Plants™ is welcoming you, your friends and family to join Ms. Smarty-Plants™ for an hour-long sparkling celebration for our moms unlike any other!  Let her know how special she is with her own butterfly release, a toasty beverage, biscuits, and a lovely stroll through The Garden's vibrant spring trails as a Mother's Day treat! Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

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