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The charges were filed by the San Diego County District Attorney's office Friday. They include perjury and asking for a bribe. Blain also faces one misdemeanor charge.

When the news gets too heavy, the quiz is forced to turn to pop culture questions — so there are a lot this week. Let's see how you do!

"General Dynamics" — Solo Exhibition by Weston Riffle Opens at Poway Center for the Performing Arts A solo exhibition of new and selected works by California painter Weston Riffle, will open June 2, 2025 and run through July 1, 2025 at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts. Known for his vivid portrayals of rural California life and unflinching social commentary, Riffle brings a powerful and introspective body of work to North County San Diego. Born in La Mesa in 1970 and raised on a farm in Ramona, Weston Riffle is a product of the land he paints. His academic roots lie at San Diego State University (B.A., 1993) and San Jose State University (M.A., 1996), but he is largely self-taught—an “anti-artist,” in his own words. His unique voice blends deeply personal memory with socio-political undertones, capturing the spirit of California’s agricultural and working-class landscapes. "I wish to express simple purity in desire, action, and hope, of the people and places I have known," says Riffle. "Usually complex beginnings end in simple composition. A fatalistic view seems to be the result.” The exhibition title, "General Dynamics," references the tension between individual identity and the overwhelming machinery of modern systems—economic, social, and existential. In these paintings, brightly rendered scenes of farm workers, fishermen, and rural settings unfold in layered narratives that hint at both celebration and critique. As art gallery director, Deborah M. Williams notes, “It is as if the farm workers in their anonymity are just so many interchangeable parts in a larger machine… The political makes itself known through the personal.” Riffle’s work has been featured in galleries and museums across California for over 20 years, including the Oceanside Museum of Art, National Steinbeck Museum in Salinas, Borrego Art Institute and William D. Cannon Art Gallery. His pieces are held in both public and private collections and will also be the subject of an upcoming solo show at the Santa Paula Art Museum in 2028. Weston maintains art studios in San Diego’s Liberty Station-Arts District and in Idyllwild, CA. and splits his time between the two locations. More of his work can be viewed at Carruth Cellars (Liberty Station location) for the month of June 2025, his Liberty Station studio in Barracks 19, Golden Pine Gallery in Idyllwild and during Idyllwild Open Studios in July 2025. "General Dynamics" is more than a visual experience—it is an invitation to pause, reflect, and reawaken. Riffle’s canvases are memory, protest, and poetry wrapped in color. Exhibition Details: Title: "General Dynamics" Artist: Weston Riffle Location: Poway Center for the Performing Arts, 15498 Espola Road, Poway CA Dates: June 2, 2025 - July 1, 2025 Admission: Free and open to the public For more information, visit www.powaycenterarts.org or contact the box office at (858) 668-4793 The exhibit is open for viewing from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays and from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts, 15498 Espola Road. Parking passes are required on weekdays and can be picked up in the Main Office of the PCPA lobby. Poway Center for the Performing Arts on Facebook / Instagram Weston Riffle on Instagram

Join us for Through The Youth Lens Film Festival! Come to Outside The Lens’ Wonder Lab on Wednesday, November 12 from 4:30 - 7 p.m. for an exciting showcase of films created by talented young filmmakers. This in-person event celebrates the creativity and vision of youth’s unique perspectives and the storytelling of the next generation of filmmakers. Are you a young person who wants to share a film at this event? Submit your work Don’t miss this opportunity to support and encourage young talent and young event organizers! This event is organized by OTL’s Arts & Culture Event Apprentice Natalia Ahmed. Free and open to the public — RSVP now to save your seat and support the next generation of storytellers! Let’s uplift their voices. See you at the movies!

The signs of Republican pushback come as President Trump has pursued a campaign of mass deportations and crackdown on migration from certain countries.

Featuring Pablo Ledesma, Bob Grimmick, and Andy Laub: A Sound Bath Experience Like No Other Join us for a truly immersive sound journey featuring a rich tapestry of healing instruments including multiple large gongs, didgeridoos, drums, chimes, Tibetan and crystal singing bowls, plus special guest performances! This powerful sound medicine is designed to shift your consciousness, reset your autonomic nervous system, and leave your entire body in a state of deep, blissful relaxation. To make the most of your experience, we recommend bringing anything you need to feel cozy and supported: a yoga mat, blanket, pillow, and eye mask are ideal. We’ll also have extra props available, including blankets and bolsters. Cost: $40 in advance; at the door tickets are $45 if space allows We recommend that you register early as attendance is limited. Visit: https://soulofyoga.com/event/swirl-of-sound-2/ The Soul of Yoga on Instagram and Facebook

Mission Valley, together with Congregation Beth Israel, invites the community to their second annual “Hanukkah Under the Stars” event on Wednesday, December 17, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the AMC Court. Throughout the event, guests will enjoy festive entertainment and games with local favorite DJ Benji, photo opportunities with the center’s menorah display, desserts from Krispy Kreme and goodie bags for the kids (while supplies last). There will also be three raffles giving guests a chance to win prizes from Mission Valley retailers. This event is free and open to the public; no pre-registration is required to attend. For more information, visit mission-valley.com/event/32129-hannukah-under-the-stars. While at the center, families are encouraged to donate new or gently worn coats to benefit local families through the One Warm Coat initiative; coat donations can be made at the kiosk outside Footlocker and Tilly’s. Visitors may also enjoy the many other festive holiday happenings at the center; to learn more about other upcoming events at Mission Valley, visit https://www.mission-valley.com/events. WHEN: December 17, 2025 from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. WHERE: Mission Valley Event Held in the AMC Court 1640 Camino Del Rio North San Diego, CA 92108

The departure of Vaughn Maurice, who led the San Diego County Department of Animal Services, came after the county cut ties with his second in command two weeks ago.

Sorrento Valley and UTC are the biggest job centers in San Diego County, but only a tiny amount of new homes were permitted there since 2018. That’s about to change.

On Display Now! The private world of author Mary Jane Parkinson Exhibition runs November 21 @ 11 a.m. - December 31 @ 5 p.m. For information about attendance at the Mary Jane Parkinson Legacy Reception on Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, contact: ecaa@eastcountyart.org Mary Jane Parkinson is a name synonymous with Arabian horses. She is the author of several books about the Arabian horse including: "The Kellogg Arabian Ranch: the First 50 Years" (1975) "The Tersk Heritage: in Recognition of the History and Future of the Arabian Horse" (co-author) (1986) "And Ride Away Singing (1989) The Romance of the Kellogg Ranch (1990)" "Gladys Brown Edwards: Artist, Scholar, Author" (2006)“ Janey” served for over twenty (20) years as Editor of the Arabian Horse World Magazine, becoming a leading voice and authority in the industry. Please join us for a tribute to this 99 year old chronicler of the Arabian horse in America. The Wieghorst Museum and the Botanical Garden are open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. We are open on other days by appointment. Please note: If you are coming from any distance, call (619) 590-3431 in advance to confirm the Museum is open. The Museum is staffed by volunteers only and occasionally we may be closed when volunteers are not available.