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A plan proposed Thursday by the Interior Department would open up new drilling on federal waters off California and off the coast of Florida for the first time in decades.

The 4th annual Birdstock Music Festival & Artisan Market transforms a closed-down La Jolla Boulevard in the seaside neighborhood of Bird Rock into a day-long street festival celebrating music and community. Admission is FREE for all ages! This year is bigger than ever, featuring appearances from San Diego's premier bands, artisans, community organizations and merchants. BirdStock will feature: • Five Stages of Live Music • Pelican Disco Dance Tent featuring Live DJs • Artisan Market — Over 70 curated booths for shopping • Wine & Beer Garden — Located by the main stage • Culinary Offerings & Food Trucks • Kids’ Zone including New Wave Youth Stage • Pet Parade and Costume Contest • Local Civic & Nonprofit Booths — to engage with community initiatives and projects This year, family-friendly offerings include a visit from the Mission Control bus, a pumpkin patch to prepare for Halloween, Halloween costume photography, a STEM area, flower bar, dunk tank, tennis/pickleball court, Book Nook, a hat bar, and more! A portion of proceeds from this year’s event benefits Bird Rock’s beloved neighborhood school, Bird Rock Elementary. BirdStock Music Festival offers a unique opportunity to explore and enjoy this charming La Jolla neighborhood during a day filled with music, fun and community spirit. For more information, please visit BirdStockMusicFestival.com. BirdStock Music Festival & Artisan Market on Instagram

North County’s kickoff holiday shopping event. Presented by Viridian Productions and Sustainability is Sexy. Music & Games | Family-Friendly | Dogs Welcome Join us for an eco-friendly, artisan marketplace with 70+ vendors to kick off the season, plus a delicious selection of seasonal food and beverages. Showcasing local makers and small businesses with art, crafts, jewelry, apparel, beauty, home goods, holiday treats, toys, and more. Stop by A Way Home For Dogs and Desert Catopia to meet adoptable dogs and cats and to learn about fostering and other volunteer opportunities. This is a rain or shine event. There is a free parking garage on Ditmar St and Civic Center Dr. Additionally, there is free street parking nearby. Viridian Productions: San Diego's Best Festivals and Markets Sustainable events that cultivate community and inspire healthy living. Featuring a rotating lineup of diverse vendors offering the most eco-friendly food, products, and services in Southern California. Since 2019, we have presented events across San Diego County, shaping a greener future through connection and local impact. Learn more: https://www.viridianproductions.com Viridian Productions on Facebook / Instagram

Drinks infused with cannabis' buzzy compound THC are wildly popular and available in many states. But a year from now, the hemp-based products could be banned under a newly approved federal law.

First, the Chula Vista City Council voted to develop a new disclosure process to share more information regarding how their officers interact with federal immigration agents. Then, an inside look at Flock cameras and how they are more common than people may think. Plus, we take a look at a recent report on the economic impact of the California State University system.

New research suggests that the shift to remote work may be affecting men and women differently, with data showing more men returning to in-person work than women.

California spent hundreds of millions on prison and hospital healthcare staff, auditors found, but vacancy rates rose since 2019, exceeding 30% at three facilities despite bonuses and pay raises, with inadequate oversight and planning.

Embark on an unforgettable journey with "Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure," a new IMAX® film premiering at the Fleet Science Center. Discover the wild beauty of Vancouver Island’s rugged coast and follow Finn, an irresistible otter pup, as he explores life in the sea. Shown on San Diego’s only IMAX® Giant Dome Theater, this documentary brings you closer than ever to the ocean’s most playful and endearing creatures. Fleet Science Center on Facebook / Instagram

Only about one in five homes sold in the last year went to a first-time buyer. And the average person buying their first home was 40 years old — a record high. A new report from the National Association of Realtors shows how challenging it's become for young people to get a foothold in today's costly housing market.

KPBS Staff picks for where to hike, camp, birdwatch, bike and make the most of San Diego's sunshine and open spaces.