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Police say Trenton Abston, 25, came to Mayor Paul Young's home armed with a Taser. Officers allegedly found rope and duct tape in his car.

The Trump administration is slashing jobs at Voice of America's parent agency by 85%. Journalists who have risked their freedom to report for the broadcaster wonder what happens next.

The San Diego Diplomacy Council is excited to announce the 2024 Global Leadership Youth Program (GLYP), a summer enrichment program designed for high school students passionate about global issues and leadership. Running from June 24 to July 19, 2024, the program will cover critical topics such as environmental sustainability, 21st century peacebuilding, and universal dignity. Participants will benefit from guest speakers, diplomacy simulations, group projects, and cultural activities. This immersive program not only builds critical thinking and negotiation skills but also fosters a global perspective, preparing students for future success. “The Global Leadership Youth Program is a pivotal experience for highschoolers who are interested in International Relations and/or interested in having a career that is impactful on a global scale,” says San Diego Diplomacy Council Program Officer, Carmelina Herrera. “GLYP gives students the opportunity to engage in important topics such as environmentalism and civil activism through an international lens.” Sessions run in week-long modules at the UC San Diego Park & Market Campus in downtown San Diego from 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. PDT: June 24 - 28: Introduction to International Relations: Peacebuilding in the 21st Century July 8 - 12: Environmental Sustainability: Cultivating Tomorrow in a Changing World July 15 - 19: Human Rights at Home and Abroad: Exploring Universal Dignity Students will receive a Certificate of Excellence in Global Leadership upon completing the program, a prestigious addition to college applications and resumes, and may be eligible to receive college credit through the University of California, San Diego’s Continuing Education Units. As in past years, GLYP 2024 will enable teens to engage in conversations of global importance. “We created the Global Leadership Youth Program to meet a need, to young leaders’ desire desire to develop their critical thinking and leadership skills through an international lens,” says Jawad Al Baghdadi, SDDC Program Director. Students are eager to engage with real-world issues, and this program is the perfect launchpad for doing so.” For more information visit: sandiegodiplomacy.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

The San Diego County unemployment rate was 4% in May, down from 4.1% in April, but above last year's 3.6 %, the state Employment Development Department announced Friday.

Learn from The Royal Family Dance Crew! Ever dreamt of learning from world-renowned dancers? Here's your chance! The Royal Family Dance Crew, traveling all the way from New Zealand, are hosting exclusive workshops right here in the United States! This is a rare opportunity to learn directly from the crew known for their unparalleled talent and groundbreaking choreography. They're passionate about sharing their expertise and inspiring the next generation of dancers. These workshops are designed for Intermediate/Advanced levels, with no age restrictions. In addition to world-class training, The Royal Crusade USA Tour offers incredible opportunities for aspiring dancers: • Nominations for The Royal Guard Training Program: We will be nominating dancers to be selected for our Royal Guard Training program in every workshop. The Royal Guard is a 6-month online training program for dancers anywhere in the world, ages 16-17 years old. • Fast Pass for The Royal Family Auditions: Selected dancers will also be awarded a free pass to participate in The Royal Family Auditions, October 3-5, 2025, in Rome, Italy. Your ticket includes access to both workshops, each workshop will feature different choreography. Workshop 1: 12 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Workshop 2: 1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to elevate your dancing with The Royal Family Dance Crew. Tickets are limited – secure yours today and train with the best! The Royal Family Dance Crew on Facebook / Instagram

The Trump administration argues DACA recipients don’t meet the “lawfully present” standard set by Congress.

This weekend in the arts: Delana Delgado's analog photography, a giant refugee puppet, woven craft, contemporary dance, Balanchine, new compositions, small press literature and more.

Children from Gaza with cancer are finally making it to Jordan for long-promised treatment. But a plan to allow as many as 2,000 patients out of the war-torn enclave has slowed.

Looking for some model railroading gems to add to your collection? Join us at the San Diego Model Railroad Museum; you’ll find great deals on hard-to-find items from vendors around Southern California. Sellers must arrive by 6:30 a.m., provide and furnish their own table. Enter at the rear of the Casa de Balboa Building. From Park Blvd, turn on Space Theater Way which dead-ends into the rear parking lot behind the building. Parking is free. Enter through the back door. Cash preferred, Credit Cards accepted.

With the natural world serving as a recurring metaphor in her compositions, Gabriella Smith's sonically imaginative piece, Bioluminescence Chaconne, sets the stage for our program. Acclaimed soloist Nancy Zhou shares her mesmerizing virtuosity in Vivian Fung's gamelan-inspired Violin Concerto No. 1. In the latter half of the performance, the La Jolla Symphony Chorus joins the orchestra, presenting a vibrant selection of French masterpieces by Debussy, Fauré, and Ravel. Visit: Luminosity: Colorists Past and Present La Jolla Symphony & Chorus on Instagram and Facebook