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Levin visited Feeding San Diego, which stands to lose $1 million in U.S. Department of Agriculture funding.

California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara said Friday he will grant State Farm’s request to raise home insurance premiums by 22% on average if the company agrees to certain conditions — and wins approval at a public rate hearing next month.

Advocates and experts said those questions come at a vulnerable time, as the Trump administration targets the transgender community.

We check in on the power shut offs affecting San Diego County communities. In other news, the new Chuckwalla National Monument designation blocks any future development on the 600,000 acres of high desert to the east of the Salton Sea. The landscape there is sacred to several tribes who are celebrating Biden’s decision. Plus, Voice of San Diego CEO Scott Lewis explores some of the theories for former county supervisor Nora Vargas’ resignation.

The national tour of “Wicked” has landed in San Diego. Join us backstage to meet the actor bringing Elphaba to life and discover what it takes to embody the iconic green witch.

An array of K-12 student performance groups from across the Vista Unified School District (VUSD) will illuminate the Vista Village Winterfest and tree lighting celebration this Sunday, December 8 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. in front of the Vista Cinépolis Cinemas (25 Main St, 92083). The nine VUSD performance groups will perform choir, a string ensemble, Ballet Folklorico, ukuleles, steel drums, and more. “I am thrilled we have such a wide variety of ages from elementary through high school who want to perform at the Vista Village Winterfest. It is important that our students have opportunities to showcase their art in the community,” said Susan Stuber, VUSD Visual and Performing Arts Department Resource Teacher, who worked with the district’s performing arts directors to organize the Vista Village Winterfest music and dance showcase. Stuber added, “For those who attend the event, their heart will be filled with joy as they hear the sweet sounds of steel drums, choirs, instrumental ensembles, and ukuleles; as well as watch a variety of dance performances. There will even be an opportunity for everyone to sing a few carols during the actual tree lighting ceremony.” Alongside the diversity of performances, families are invited to enjoy a Christmas film at the Cinépolis Cinemas and play movie trivia to win Santa-themed prizes or shop at the makers market and craft fair organized by the VUSD Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) featuring arts and crafts, games, and gifts to purchase. The tree lighting celebration will take place at 6 p.m.

Learn to throw ceramics on a wheel! Saturdays, April 12, 19, 26, May 3 & 17, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. In this 5-week wheel-throwing course, ceramicist Briena Chavez guides students looking to build a solid foundation in ceramics while progressively developing their skills. This class is perfect for beginners and those who want to refine their techniques through a guided approach. Throughout the course, students will learn fundamental throwing techniques, trimming, altering forms, and glazing, gaining confidence on the wheel while creating functional pottery. Each week introduces a new skill that builds on the previous one. Course Breakdown: Week 1: Throwing cylinders and bowls – mastering form and structure. Week 2: Trimming and attachments – refining shapes, “Why do we trim?” and adding handles (coil method). Week 3: Throwing bud vases and altering forms into garden planters or wall planters. Week 4: Trimming vases using chucks – learning support techniques for delicate forms. Week 5: Break Week Week 6: Glazing fundamentals for brush on – differences in glaze (celadons, mattes, etc.), layering techniques, wax resistant, and firing considerations. Students gain hands-on experience with throwing and understanding of clay behavior from start to finish, as well as confidence in being on the wheel and a deeper knowledge of glaze choices and surface treatments. Beginners welcome. Ages 16+yrs Military, first responder discounts Scholarships available

Learn to throw ceramics on a wheel! Fridays, April 11, 18, 25, May 2, 16, 5-7:30 p.m. In this 5-week wheel-throwing course, Ceramicist Briena Chavez guides students looking to build a solid foundation in ceramics while progressively developing their skills. This class is perfect for beginners and those who want to refine their techniques through a guided approach. Throughout the course, students will learn fundamental throwing techniques, trimming, altering forms, and glazing, gaining confidence on the wheel while creating functional pottery. Each week introduces a new skill that builds on the previous one, ensuring steady growth and mastery of key pottery concepts. Course Breakdown: Week 1: Throwing cylinders and bowls – mastering form and structure. Week 2: Trimming and attachments – refining shapes, “Why do we trim?” and adding handles (coil method). Week 3: Throwing bud vases and altering forms into garden planters or wall planters. Week 4: Trimming vases using chucks – learning support techniques for delicate forms. Week 5: Break Week Week 6: Glazing fundamentals for brush on – differences in glaze (celadons, mattes, etc.), layering techniques, wax resistant, and firing considerations. Students gain hands-on experience with throwing and understanding of clay behavior from start to finish, as well as confidence in being on the wheel and a deeper knowledge of glaze choices & surface treatments. Beginners welcome. • Military, first responders discounts • Scholarships available

It's the first time since May 2024 that 30-year mortgage rates have hit that mark. High rates are adding to the affordability challenges many Americans are facing.

North County’s best night market. Presented by Vegan Food Popup Events and hosted at and hosted at Local Roots Kombucha on the 3rd Friday of every month. Live Music | Family-Friendly | Dogs Allowed | Free Parking Treat yourself to a spectacular selection of eats and treats, with over 20 vendors including Pizza, Burgers, Sushi, Donuts, Chick’n Sandwiches, Dumplings, Loaded Fries, Gyros, Tamales, Wings, Noodles, Cookies, Empanadas and so much more. The Vista Vegan Night Market is located at the Local Roots Boochyard, the perfect evening destination for families and friends to gather and enjoy food, drinks and live music. This beautiful indoor and outdoor venue features several seating areas, billiards and other games, a stage and cozy fire pits. This is a rain or shine event. PARKING: There is a free parking lot onsite and free street parking nearby. VENDORS Abby’s Aguas Y Mas African Food Kitchen El Bondi Gluten Free Empanadas El Perro Picante Element Vegan Cuisine Falafel Express Farm Fresh To You Golene's Vegan Kitchen Gourmet Tamales Local Roots Pizza MANEATINGPLANT Maya's Cookies Pink Pantree Sabor Piri Piri Salty Lemonade The Donuttery The Grateful Taco Company The Pad Thai Stand Truth Council 23 Veggyjess We Be Grubbin' West Coast Hot Chicken About the Organizer Vegan Food Popup Events produces monthly markets and festivals that showcase the best plant-based food in SoCal, featuring a rotating lineup of diverse vendors from San Diego, Orange County and LA. In between bites, shop a curated selection of local products, crafts and services. Since launching in 2019, Vegan Food Popup Events has supported hundreds of local vendors by providing venues for sharing their offerings with the community. Learn more: https://veganfoodpopup.com