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On July 1st , California will be the first state in the nation to ban foie gras, which is the fatty liver of a duck or goose. It’s being banned because of the way it’s harvested, which some say is cruel to the animals. Here in San Diego, animal rights activists are declaring victory while chefs and foodies cringe in horror.

This week, Comic-Con International, the largest comics and pop culture convention in the world, begins at the San Diego Convention Center. Back in the early 70s, Comic-Con was a much more focused and intimate affair, started by San Diegans who love comic books and science fiction. We'll talk with three of the original founders of Comic-Con.

It's not clear what California will get out of the new $600-million border security bill. U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Alan Bersin expects the initial deployment will be in Arizona.

DAILY REPORT: Gary Sinise, Chaplain Scandal, Slain Cop a Veteran, Marine POW, GOP Candidate on Bush, More Shots at Marine Museum

Mexico's struggle with the deadly drug trade is in focus in Washington as President Felipe Calderon visits. But the fight may be rigged, according to an NPR News investigation, including an analysis of cartel arrests and interviews with current and former law enforcement officials. Elements of federal forces appear to favor the Sinaloa cartel.

Thursday morning's 5.3 aftershock has caused more damage in Calexico. The city's historic downtown will not re-open Friday as planned.

The drug war has created an image problem for Mexico. But a record number of visitors are flying into Mexico's resorts, investors are plowing money into new hotels, and most tourist spots remain safe from the country's drug violence. However, fewer Americans are driving across the border.

Marine Corps Celebrates "Family Values" This Hispanic Heritage Month

We'll talk about the latest in dining and theater here in San Diego. From a new restaurant by the folks from The Linkery, to a new play about surfing by a Del Mar playwright, our restaurant and theater experts can help you plan for your summer nights out.

Julio Cuellar is one of a growing number of El Salvadorans who illegally cross into the U.S. and are deported home. Although he had hoped to earn money to help his sick daughter, he suffered a harrowing journey in the Arizona desert that nearly killed him.