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The songbirds died late last week after smashing into McCormick Place Lakeside Center, a mostly glass building.

Broadway tickets are expensive — add babysitting to that and the costs are often prohibitive. But a nonprofit is trying to bring free babysitting to theaters around the country.

Saying it will bankroll infrastructure and quality-of-life improvements, the San Diego City Council's Rules Committee Wednesday unanimously advanced a proposed 1-cent sales tax that could go before voters in November.

LUMINOSITY, a community-based organization dedicated to fostering unity through the arts in Ocean Beach, is excited to announce an extraordinary Fourth of July Drone Show that will light up the skies above Ocean Beach and Point Loma. This mesmerizing display of technology and artistry will take place on July 4th, starting at 9:05 p.m., and promises to be an unforgettable experience for residents and visitors alike. In partnership with Peninsula Alliance, a 501(c) non-profit organization, LUMINOSITY has organized the inaugural drone light show as an alternative to the traditional Ocean Beach Fourth of July Fireworks, which had to be suspended due to structural damage to the Ocean Beach Fishing Pier, the previous launching site for the fireworks. The pet-friendly Fourth of July Drone Light Show will feature an impressive fleet of 300 drones, meticulously choreographed to create stunning formations and patterns in the night sky. The entire show will be accompanied with a soundtrack, accessible to all on the LUMINOSITY Radio page. The display will be viewable throughout Ocean Beach and Point Loma with the Newport Avenue Business District being the prime spectator location. LUMINOSITY has collaborated with renowned experts in drone entertainment, Skyworx Drone Shows, and Global Drone Network, to bring this first of its kind display to Ocean Beach. Thanks to the support of community sponsors and individual donations, this event will be made possible without any public funding. LUMINOSITY is immensely grateful to the sponsors and donors who have generously contributed to this celebration. A special thanks to Starlight Sponsor; IBEW Local 569. To further support the Fourth of July Drone Show and contribute to future community events, donations can be made through the LUMINOSITY website on the Donations page. Every donation counts and will help LUMINOSITY to create a new tradition for the Ocean Beach community. Make sure to mark your calendars for July 4th, as the skies above Ocean Beach and Point Loma will come alive with a 3D display of drone artistry. Bring your family and friends to witness the first Fourth of July Drone Light Show in the City of San Diego. Ocean Beach Luminosity Festival on Facebook / Twitter

Hold onto your butts, because we’ve got some dino-mite news for you (we’ll stop now — maybe). It’s been 30 years since Jurassic Park came roaring onto movie screens, and this year, Universal Products and Experiences have big plans for this summer, in what they’re dubbing “Jurassic June”, but the reveals for which have already started. Jurassic Outpost shared details on the expansive plans, which will include new broadcast, digital, and game content, new exclusives, celebration events, and the original film returning to theatres. Entertainment Weekly revealed additional details about the Jurassic Park presence at San Diego Comic-Con today, which will be called “Step Into Jurassic Park“. Fans will be transported into the world with a free, timed-event that will let you encounter some of your favorite dinosaurs and moments from the original 1993 film. Starting Thursday, June 29 at 9 a.m., you’ll be able to make reservations on the official Jurassic Park website for the activation, which will recreate the Dilophausaurs attack on Wayne Knight’s Dennis Nedry, as well as the infamous toilet scene (you know the one). There will also be giveaways, Jurassic-themed food offerings, and more. The event will only be open for two days, on Friday, July 21-Saturday, July 22 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily at Luce Cielo (315 15th St, San Diego, CA) — about a 20 minute walk from the convention center.

Join us in your best 1920s attire as we toast the town in the Athenaeum's historic 1921 William Templeton Johnson building in La Jolla! Enjoy live jazz, dancing, and art demonstrations; a silent auction; speakeasy-inspired cocktails; and art deco delicacies. Admission Information | "Ain't We Got Fun" tickets, at $250, offers entry to the event at 6:30 p.m., with food and open bar, and $50 is tax-deductible. "Got No Blues" tickets, at $500, includes "Ain't We Got Fun" benefits plus a limited edition art print by a local artist, and $300 is tax-deductible. "‘S Wonderful" VIP tickets, at $1,000, includes "Got No Blues" benefits early entry, at 5:30 p.m. for the ‘S Wonderful Bubbly Bar Reception, and $800 is tax-deductible. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

A music-discovery podcast from KPBS with in-depth artist interviews and stories behind the songs. The KPBS Summer Music Series features encore presentations of our best in-studio performances and interviews, celebrating San Diego's diverse music scene and beyond. The podcast is hosted and produced by Kurt Kohnen, Maureen Cavanaugh, and Jade Hindmon. Megan Burke is Senior Producer.

Fleet Pale Ale was specially created by Burning Beard Brewing Company to commemorate the Fleet Science Center’s 50 years, and this Friday, beer and science enthusiasts can taste it. WHAT: Fleet Pale Ale tasting WHEN: Friday, June 2, 4–7 p.m. WHERE: Burning Beard Brewing Company, 785 Vernon Way, El Cajon, CA 92020 Jeff Wiederkehr, cofounder and head brewer, and Mike Maass, cofounder and brand and marketing director at Burning Beard, are excited to commemorate the 50th anniversary of a place that has inspired them throughout their lives. “The Fleet holds a special place in our hearts,” Maass says. “Growing up in San Diego, Jeff and I both have fond memories of the Fleet.” Wiederkehr and Dylan Brown, Brand Ambassador at Burning Beard, will be at the free tasting to offer demos and all the information anyone could want about the science of beer and, specifically, Fleet Pale Ale. Maass adds that a Fleet-Burning Beard partnership makes sense because the two organizations align in their values. “Like the Fleet, Burning Beard is proud to support the community, charities and nonprofit organizations of San Diego.” San Diego brewing and science fans certainly will want to pick up a can or six to take home. In fact, the can itself is a collectible. Inspired by one of the Fleet’s most iconic experiences, 70 mm films in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater, the can’s design incorporates Burning Beard’s skull logo with imagery inspired by Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey to depict an astronaut enjoying a film on the giant dome screen. “The can says it all,” Maass says. “Brewed in collaboration with San Diego’s Fleet Science Center, Fleet Pale Ale commemorates 50 years of community, connection, and the power of science. Double dry-hopped with astronomic portions of Citra, Strata, and Cryo Cascade hops, Fleet takes the Beard’s flagship pale ale, Circle of Hops, to new heights of hoppy, aromatic goodness. Craft beer and science … elevating the human experience through the ages. Blast into a Fleet today!” Burning Beard will donate to the Fleet $1 per each can of Fleet Pale Ale sold. The craft beer is available, while supplies last, at the Fleet’s Craveology Café and at concessions at the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater and at Burning Beard’s Tasting Room. Fleet Science Center on Facebook / Instagram

This week Turkey marked one year since the earthquake that killed more than 53,000 people in the country and left over 3 million homeless. Critics say the government hasn't met its promise to rebuild.

The Biden administration’s app rule makes it harder for migrants to assert a right to asylum, advocates say. Lawsuits are sparking debate about immigration control, safety.