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More than 140 people, including children, were killed and dozens were injured after an overturned tanker truck exploded in flames while they were trying to scoop up fuel pouring from the vehicle.

The polling averages show Vice President Kamala Harris' lead has dropped in every swing state in recent weeks.

The industries most represented among the group include marketing and PR, charities and nonprofits, and technology.

Learn about physical and cognitive changes, how to evaluate driver safety, local transportation resources, and tips for having difficult conversations about driving. This class is presented by local nonprofit Alzheimer's San Diego. Pre-registration is recommended. Please register at the ticket link and learn more at www.alzsd.org/education. Alzheimer's San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

The monarch butterfly is widely recognized and widely dispersed across North America and it's in trouble. Federal officials decide soon whether it gets protection under the Endangered Species Act.

Shelter to Soldier, a nonprofit organization that adopts dogs from local shelters and trains them to become service dogs for post 9/11 veterans suffering from PTSD, TBI, Military Sexual Trauma, and/or other injuries associated with traumatic service experiences, will host their 12th Annual ‘Be the Light’ Gala, presented by Subaru, USA on August 18th from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at L'Auberge Del Mar (1540 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA). All proceeds will benefit Shelter to Soldier's programs serving our nation's brave veterans and homeless dogs in need of a forever home and life of purpose. Guests will enjoy musical entertainment by the Tim Apple Band, small bites, libations, three-course dinner overlooking the Pacific Ocean, event swag bags, memorable moments with veteran recipients and the Shelter to Soldier Canine Ambassadors therapy dog team, and an exciting silent and live auction emceed by Clint Bell. Presented by Subaru, USA, Shelter to Soldier's largest annual fundraiser plays a pivotal role in raising critical funds to support the rescue dogs and veterans served by the program's mission. Other major sponsors include Platinum Sponsor C.W. Driver, Silver Sponsors UNITE Hair, Cox Communications, and TCW Global, Bronze Sponsors Sycuan Casino Resort, Avion Law, Goodrich Family Foundation, One Paseo, Pegasus, and Vulcan Materials Company, with media partners 100.7 BIG FM and Ranch & Coast Magazine. About Shelter to Soldier: Shelter to Soldier is a nonprofit organization that adopts dogs from local shelters and trains them to become service dogs for post 9/11 veterans suffering from PTSD, TBI, Military Sexual Trauma, and or other injuries associated with traumatic service experiences. The program also places emotional support animals (ESAs) with active-duty military and veterans, as well as deploys the Shelter to Soldier Canine Ambassadors, a team of therapy dogs and their volunteer handlers, to provide visits of love and comfort to local military, veterans, and their families. For more information, please visit: sheltertosoldier.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Emily Watson and Olivia Williams, who play the leads in the HBO prequel series "Dune: Prophecy." The season premiere airs on Max on November 17.

Ads seemingly advocating for Vice President Harris on Facebook are really part of an effort by a dark money group to mislead voters. The messages have been viewed millions of times.

The annual San Diego Military Economic Impact Report says defense dollars account for almost 25% of San Diego's economy.

Together with the Legacy Ukulele Ensemble, Peter Luongo will present a fun and educational workshop for attendees and a special ukulele performance. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own ukuleles or borrow one from the Museum. All skill levels can be incorporated, and everyone involved will feel the special thrill that comes from making music with others. Peter Luongo Peter Luongo is one of the most experienced and highly regarded ukulele teachers/ directors in the world. He has dedicated over 40 years to enhancing the lives of generations of music students young and old. Peter began teaching the ukulele in 1981 and, over the past 5 decades, has taught thousands of children and adults, served as a professor in the Music Education Department at the University of B.C., and been a featured presenter at conferences throughout Canada, the U.S., and Europe! He is best known for leading the internationally renowned Langley Ukulele Ensemble (1981-2013). Peter continues to present at workshops throughout North America and Europe while also directing adult and children’s groups in Canada and the U.S. Since 2016, he has led The Legacy Ukulele Ensemble, an adult performing ensemble that regularly presents at ukulele festivals and events across the United States. Since 2016, he has been a Kala-sponsored artist and a regular consultant and presenter for the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM Show). He has also organized and led the NAMM ukulele initiatives since 2018. His workshops, retreats, and seminars are always stimulating, invigorating, inspiring, and a lot of fun! The Legacy Ukulele Ensemble The Legacy Ukulele Ensemble is a group of 14 players from across America and Canada who are committed to developing music literacy, musicianship, and ukulele playing skills. Their goal is to perform and share their music with audiences. The group was established in September 2016 and has continued to evolve, meeting both online and in person. Its repertoire includes Hawaiian, classical, folk, rock, pop, and country pieces. Past accomplishments have included appearances on the main stages at the Los Angeles, Hawaiian, Reno, Palm Springs, Ohio, and Michigan-based Ukulele Festivals. The ensemble has also participated in tours to Hawaiian, West Coast American states (Washington, Oregon, and California), Boston, and Pittsburgh. In recent years, they have had several performances at The California Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. The Legacy Ensemble’s mandate is to model life-long learning and to inspire adults to embrace life-long learning through music. Visit: https://www.museumofmakingmusic.org/events/peter-luongo-ukulele