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The California Highway Patrol will intensify its policing of San Diego-area freeways and rural roads starting Friday as part of its annual effort to nab intoxicated motorists and crack down on other types of dangerous driving over the extended Fourth of July holiday weekend.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites are considered "outstanding works of human genius." There are now 25 in the U.S., including the Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks, the Statue of Liberty and the Grand Canyon.

Dogs would not be able to hang their heads out of car windows under a new bill proposed in Florida. The bill would additionally ban cat declawing and cosmetic animal testing.

Officials say the Kaliwa Dam will help alleviate an impending water shortage in the capital that's being exacerbated by climate change. But the project is plagued with controversies and questions.

The Green Living Tour is a bi-monthly, one-hour tour at Solana Center's home base in Encinitas that showcases sustainability in action. On the tour, our knowledgeable Eco Team docents walk you through our worm bins, greywater systems, innovative compost projects, tool lending library, water-wise garden, and more simple, DIY, climate-friendly solutions. Find inspiration for your at-home sustainability projects, learn more about Solana Center and our programs, and meet other eco-stewards in your neighborhood! If you are interested in buying composting supplies or borrowing tools, our store and lending shed will be open. If you wish to make a purchase after the tour, we encourage you to buy your items online beforehand to ensure we will have the items in stock through here. We also encourage you to bring your e-waste to drop off! Tour is free with a $15 suggested donation. For individuals and groups of 6 or less, please sign up here to reserve your spot. Space is limited. For groups of more than 6, email us to set up a private tour for a nominal fee. Recommended for ages 12 and up. Funded in part by the City of Encinitas Community Grant Program. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa seeks a second term facing a familiar rival, opposition leader Nelson Chamisa, whom he narrowly beat in the 2018 disputed election.

Join us for a transformative day of mindfulness and creative exploration. Art & Wellness is a new monthly series focusing on artful meditation, movement, and interactive workshops at the Center Museum. Admission to the exhibitions is included with each session ticket. *Please note that a yoga mat is required for each session. No experience is necessary to participate. All ages are welcome. Additional events in this series: -Sound Meditation and Movement with Noriko Whitfield -Meditation 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM -$30 Unite body, mind, and art through sound meditation and healing movement guided by Noriko Whitfield. This session will take place in the museum galleries. Come early for tea and access to the exhibitions. (Yoga mat and towel required) A Return to Self: Weaving Alignments with Spirit with Queer SOL Collective -Session 1: Sensory as Spirituality -Workshop 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM -$25 In part one of this series, we explore our sensory systems and how they can be used for healing and spiritual alignment. This immersive and experiential workshop utilizes sound, scent, movement, and breath in a thoughtfully guided activation designed to explore spirituality via our sensory systems. (Yoga mat and blanket required) For more information visit: artcenter.org

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, created after the Great Recession of 2007-09, has increasingly started policing the health care system.

Ohio votes down Issue 1, rejecting conservative lawmakers' attempt to change the constitutional amendment process ahead of a vote on reproductive rights this November.

Exhibition: Oct. 4, 2023 - Aug. 21, 2024 Immerse yourself in the world of "POPnology," Comic-Con Museum’s latest interactive exhibit that demonstrates the connection between pop culture and real-world technology! Engage with your favorite science fiction technology such as driverless cars, robots, drones, and more to learn how fantasy becomes reality and explore which science fiction of today will become reality tomorrow. "POPnology" not only chronicles humans’ progression from science fiction to science fact but also illuminates emerging technologies that are just now showing up on the cultural radar. Highlights of the exhibit include: How We Play – The future of toys and games. Is virtual the new reality? Experience Oculus Rift and virtual projection games for a 3D sensory experience made exclusively for "POPnology." How We Connect – The revolution in communication technology, with concept drawings from the visual futurists who created the looks for "Blade Runner," and an authentic replica of the communication device used by E.T. to “phone home.” How We Live and Work – Inventions and ideas that shape daily life, including interacting with robots. How We Move – The future of transportation on Earth and beyond, featuring a full-sized replica of the "Back to the Future" DMC DeLorean and the world’s first 3D-printed car. Museum Hours: Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Confirm before you go Comic-Con Museum on Facebook / Instagram