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A donation from an Encinitas resident could change the fate of an empty city-owned lot at the center of an affordable housing debate.

“Smoke Signals” Film Screening and Dinner Nov. 20 | 5-7 p.m. | Intertribal Resource Center Join us for a special screening of the heartwarming coming-of-age film “Smoke Signals” (1998). A cult-classic in the Native American community, this film explores themes of identity, family and healing through the humorous and heartfelt journey of best friends Victor and Thomas. Dinner and beverages will be provided by the ITRC. The Intertribal Resource Center is located on the 1st floor of the Student Services Center in SSC Room #187. We are located at the corner of Rupertus Way and Myers Drive, south of Price Center East. Every November, UC San Diego recognizes and celebrates the achievements, cultures, and contributions of Native American people and tribes during Native American Heritage Month. The UC San Diego community greatly respects the land and the Kumeyaay people of the area where our campus is located. We acknowledge their tremendous contributions to our region and thank them for their stewardship.

President Trump launched the Artemis program to return U.S. astronauts to the moon for the first time since Apollo. Now, the plan could be a casualty of the cost-cutting drive overseen by Elon Musk.

At times Monday evening, as few as three air traffic controllers per hour were lined up to monitor via radar the planes flying into and out of the airport, the Federal Aviation Administration said.

In this year-in-review, we recap the stories that defined the year and look back on the key moments that made 2024.

The annual sPARK Awards, presented by Forever Balboa Park, recognize Balboa Park’s most significant advancements in innovation, creativity, and sustainability over the past year. On Thursday, May 9, at 5:00 p.m., we celebrate the award winners and nominees and learn from engaging speakers, including our special guest speaker Betsy Brennan, the President & CEO of Downtown San Diego Partnership. Guests can also explore the San Diego Air & Space Museum while listening to live jazz music and enjoying delicious bites and an open bar—all in the company of fellow Balboa Park lovers. sPARK Awards Nominees The Enhancing Ecosystems Award recognizes outstanding efforts to improve the environmental wellbeing and sustainability of Balboa Park. This year's nominees include: - CleanUp Kitsune - Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum of San Diego | Happi Helpers Program - San Diego Natural History Museum | Nature Trail at the Nat The Igniting Innovation Award recognizes innovation, imagination, and risk-taking related to Balboa Park. This year's nominees include: - ARTIFACT Mingei International Museum | ARTIFACT at Night with Chef Tim Kolanko - Patrons of the Prado | Bucks4Buses - René Smith, Balboa Park Advocate and Volunteer - San Diego Automotive Museum | IGNITE Academy - Tree San Diego | Tree Treks The Crossing Boundaries Award recognizes interdisciplinary or cross-sector collaboration that demonstrates Balboa Park's multifaceted impact. This year's nominees include: - Balboa Park / San Diego High School Working Group - Cultural Volunteer Managers Council - Doug Snider, Artist - Mingei International Museum and House of Pacific Relations Cottages | Cups to Connections: Global Gestures of Hospitality - Museum of Us and Friends of Friendship Park | Border Wall Preservation Project - San Diego Model Railroad Museum - San Diego Architectural Foundation | Built Environment Education Program - Timken Museum of Art and Balboa Art Conservation Center For more information visit: foreverbalboapark.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

SAN DIEGO, CA - The San Diego River Artists’ Alliance (SDRAA) will exhibit work celebrating the San Diego River and its ecosystem in a exhibition titled “Ebb and Flow: Art Along the River” at the Point Loma Public Library October 3 - December 30, 2024. - 4 p.m. A portion of the sales will be donated to the San Diego River Park Foundation (SDRPF). SDRAA is a collective of twenty-two visual and 3D artists from around San Diego County who hike and spend time along the San Diego River from its source in mountains near Julian to the ocean. The artists create artwork about the San Diego River and its ecosystem to celebrate its history, beauty and promise and to encourage the public to connect with the variety of experiences available along the river. The work includes acrylic, photography, mixed media, glass, watercolor, oil, color pencil, fiber arts, paper, ceramic, and polymer clay. Visit: https://sandiegoartdirectory.com/directory/ebb-flow-art-along-the-san-diego-river/ San Diego River Park Foundation on Instagram and Facebook

El Departamento de Justicia de Estados Unidos identificó el martes a unas tres docenas de estados, ciudades y condados como jurisdicciones santuario, dos meses después de que el gobierno federal eliminara discretamente una lista mucho más larga que incluía una gran cantidad de localidades que apoyan las estrictas políticas de inmigración del gobierno del presidente Donald Trump.

Melania Trump has voiced support for the bill, which is in line with her "BE BEST" initiative. It is dedicated to child welfare and was started during President Trump's first term.

Trump issued a flurry of executive orders and other actions on health care this week. Other than signaling he intends to reverse many of Biden's moves, the orders will have little immediate impact.