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Gov. Gavin Newsom is urging California’s local governments to begin clearing homeless encampments, escalating the state’s efforts to ban makeshift camps that line streets up and down the state.

Organizers said some 2,600 protests were planned in the U.S. on Saturday. The protests were largely peaceful, as demonstrators united in their stated aim to safeguard the country's democratic values.

Embark on an unforgettable journey with "Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure," a new IMAX® film 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. For showtimes and details, visit FleetScience.org. Fleet Science Center on Facebook / Instagram

Not a tribute, but a party and DJ AV show that reworks the classic-rock sound of the Mac into a spectrum of electronic genres. Remixes of the hits and plenty of deep-cuts ready for the chiffon-filled dance floor. This is a tunnel-visioned, all-night journey. If you don’t like Fleetwood Mac, Stand Back, Stand Back. Since 2012, DJs Roxanne Roll and Alex Oxley have been hosting their tunnel-visioned event and celebrating the extensive back catalogue of Fleetwood Mac. With a curated and created assortment of remixes and edits they’ve shared their passion with like-minded hedonists at some of the best festivals and clubs in the world. Glastonbury to Robot Heart (Burning Man), from Printworks to Kantine am Berghain. Visit: https://musicboxsd.com/event/13872814/fleetmac-wood/ Fleetmac Wood on Instagram and Facebook

Lightscape returns to San Diego Botanic Garden this winter! Explore an illuminated mile-long trail glowing with vibrant new installations plus a few returning favorites that continue to enchant. Along the way, enjoy festive music, seasonal bites, and holiday cocktails. Wander beneath glowing archways, twinkling fields, and towering sculptures designed by international artists. From dazzling new displays like Triangulate and the sparkling Meadow of Light, to beloved returning favorites including the iconic Winter Cathedral and the California poppy-inspired Floraison, every twist and turn reveals a fresh wonder. With each step, lights dance to music, colors shift through the trees, and the Garden is transformed into a festive dreamscape perfect for families, couples, and groups of friends. Experience the magic of the holidays like never before at Lightscape! Please check out the ticketing website for exact dates. San Diego Botanic Garden on Facebook / Instagram

Extraordinary Desserts invites you to spend a cozy fall afternoon indulging in its Autumn High Tea service, offered Monday through Friday from 2:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. for $55 per person, at the Little Italy location. Guests will enjoy gourmet loose leaf tea, savory toasts, seasonal sweet selections, with an option to elevate your experience with a variety of bubbles. Set in an elegant, European-inspired setting, Autumn High Tea is perfect for leisurely daytime celebrations, weekday escapes, and intimate gatherings with friends. A minimum of two days notice is required with a credit card on file when booking a reservation. Visit: Extraordinary Desserts’ High Tea Service Extraordinary Desserts by Karen Krasne on Instagram and Facebook

Many of White's books chronicled his own experiences as a gay man, making an indelible impression on gay culture and how LGBTQ experiences were understood more broadly at the dawning of the AIDS health crisis.

We dig deeper into the Supreme Court's recent ruling lifting restrictions on immigration sweeps in Los Angeles and the precedent it could set for immigration enforcement moving forward.

Gov. Newsom pledges state funding to maintain The Trevor Project’s 988 hotline option as local advocates warn of rising mental health needs in San Diego.

The Escondido Public Art Commission and Escondido City Council – together with the Escondido Downtown Business Association and Visit Escondido – announce April as ‘Arts, Culture and Creativity Month’ (ACCM) in Escondido. Throughout the month (of April), Escondido will host a variety of free events and resources in celebration of arts, culture, and creativity. The Public Art Commission is excited to fund nine projects that celebrate Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month this spring. All events are free to the public. The following are the recipients and the funded projects: - ArtHatch will host a month-long April Arts Showcase beginning April 12 - ESCO Alley Art & Downtown Business Association will complete a Community Unity School Initiative project at John Paul the Great University - CoLabCrafts will host weekly Escondido Makes Art workshops tailored to various ages and skill levels. - Escondido Arts Association will hold the Mayor's Art Contest and Exhibition, April 9 – May 2 A gallery reception will take place April 12 from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. - Escondido Choral Arts Foundation and California Center for the Arts, Escondido will host a First Wednesday at The Center Concert. The musical festival showcase will be on April 2 from 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. - Glass House Arts and California Center for the Arts will display a temporary sculpture installation * (pronounced star). The installation will be on display all month on the lawn of the California Center for the Arts, Escondido. - Escondido Arts Partnership will host two events: o Local Color and Ripple Effects, and o An opening day event in Heritage Garden on April 1. - Stone & Glass and California Center for the Arts will present a live glass blowing demonstration April 18 and 19 - Daydream Here Gift Shop will host an Escondido Art Tank a Shark Tank style pitch event on April 28. In addition to the events listed (above), Escondido’s MAGEC (Museums and Art Growing Escondido Culture) group is planning a full month of activities, including: - Art scavenger hunts, - Guided sculpture and mural walks, - Educational opportunities, - Pop-up art galleries and shows, - Hands-on art activities, and - 2nd Saturday Art Walk. The projects funded by the Public Art Commission are free. Some of the other activities may be ticketed or fee base, and may require reservations, while others are “drop-in.” Escondido takes pride in its well-established and diverse arts and culture community, which supports hundreds of artists. Numerous organizations offer youth programs, internships, and scholarships: Escondido invites the community to join in celebrating Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month by attending an event, exploring local art, and supporting creative businesses. For questions on Arts, Culture & Creativity Month in Escondido, reach out to the Escondido Downtown Business Association at (760) 715-4958. Visit: https://www.escondido.gov/1235/Arts-Culture-Creativity-Month#:~:text=This%20April%2C%20Escondido%2C%20CA%2C,in%20building%20a%20thriving%20community