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The Cannabis industry contributed more than $300,000 in the most recent election cycle to candidates who support looser restrictions on cannabis operations. Meanwhile, following a protest on Wednesday by community members, Escondido Police Department released video footage of last week’s incident when an officer shot and killed 59-year-old Steven John Olson. Plus, we’ll have our weekend arts preview.

The Sheriff's Internal Affairs Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding Lonnie Rupard's death in 2022, to determine if there were any violations of department policy or procedure.

A large area around the Pechanga Arena, commonly known as the Sports Arena, is slated to become a new entertainment district, with a new arena, parks, retail and housing. But guidelines implementing a new state law seem to put the city’s plans in limbo. Plus, the Pentagon ordered all service branches to conduct a stand down to discuss racial extremism. They were supposed to be done by the beginning of April and within the past couple weeks, there’s been a rush to complete them. Then, this weekend, the arts world is testing the waters of in-person live events. There's an art exhibition opening reception and live theatrical performances in a beautiful outdoor setting. But, there’s still plenty of virtual options too.

The San Diego Police Department will hold a series of community meetings next week to inform the public and gather feedback on a proposal to use streetlights equipped with surveillance cameras and automated license-plate readers as tools to solve crimes.

Although the fight for racial equality is ongoing, Stax co-owner Al Bell says so is the hope for a better future envisioned by Wattstax a half-century ago.

Flemister, who died last week, was the first Black woman to serve as a special agent in the 1970s, but was forced out by racial discrimination. She spent the next three decades in the foreign service.

Join us for a fun outdoor painting class as we paint “Lighthouse” while you sip your favorite adult beverage. You will be guided step-by-step through the entire painting process by fun and entertaining artist & instructor Darrin Fuller. Plan to arrive 15 minutes early to park, sign in and order your first drink and tasty food snack from the hotel restaurant or bar. The event will begin promptly at 5:30 P.M. so be ready to have fun! All ages welcome! Social distancing and safety concerns will be observed as Painting & Vino staff will follow current CDC guidelines throughout the event. You’re sure to enjoy a fun & creative evening as you produce your very own masterpiece! All materials and supplies are provided. No experience is necessary. For more information visit Paint & Vino at https://paintingandvino.com/event/lighthouse-lafayette-hotel-swim-club-and-bungalows/ Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

As a songwriter, Alex Giannascoli has long taken a mutating, playfully distorted approach. But on his new album, full of songs about morality, he astutely focuses every magic trick in his discography.

San Diego State will open a COVID-19 vaccination site at Viejas Arena Tuesday. Plus, Jacumba Hot Springs residents are fighting back against a solar panel installation project that would take up 650 acres at the edge of town. And lawmakers are considering ending protections for the critically endangered vaquita porpoise after an altercation between conservationists and fishermen turned fatal. Then, a proposed legal settlement will force the Army to review the discharges of recent veterans with mental health issues. Plus, San Diego master gardener Maria Mata joined Midday Edition to answer questions about growing your own food. Finally, a new Institute of Contemporary Art has formed in San Diego, merging the San Diego Art Institute in Balboa Park with the Lux Art Institute in Encinitas.

It’s seen as an unprecedented attempt to stem the tide of America’s rapidly rising student debt. But it also faces nearly certain legal challenges.