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California Gov. Gavin Newsom's latest plan for the state's homelessness crisis asks voters to fund a major expansion of housing and treatment for residents suffering from mental illness and addiction.

Sleep In Heavenly Peace provides beds for kids in need, believing that having a bed is an essential and basic need for a child’s well-being. Now, its San Diego North County addition has joined the over 250 chapters already established across the country. Sleep in Heavenly Peace will have the nonprofit’s annual "Bunks Across America Build Day" event on September 10 at 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. PST at 2405 N. Santa Fe Avenue, Vista, California, 92084. About Sleep In Heavenly Peace: Ensure every child gets a good night’s sleep with Sleep In Heavenly Peace. The nonprofit organization is dedicated to building and donating bunk beds and single twin beds to children and families in need. They handle everything from mattresses and bedding to delivery and assembly, so families can fully benefit and appreciate having a comfortable place to sleep. Follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

Maritime Museum of San Diego, with an international reputation for excellence in restoring, maintaining, and operating historic vessels, invites you aboard for an adventure day sail experience aboard San Salvador, a replica of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo’s ship that arrived at the port we now call San Diego on Sept. 28, 1542. Few people have sailed on a 16th century galleon. Now you can. These 4-hour Sailing Adventures are for people who love history, and sailing. These one-of-a-kind day sails offer guests a chance to come aboard the magnificent galleon, San Salvador, and learn from on board historians the story behind the vessel and significance to our region. San Salvador Sailing Adventure details: • San Salvador Sailing Adventure is 4 hours • Boarding starts at 11:30 a.m., please check-in at least 15 minutes before (we suggest 30 minutes) • San Salvador Sailing Adventure ticket includes museum admission. • You can check-in as early as 10 a.m., enjoy the Museum before or after your sail. • Return to museum at 4 p.m. Dates and times: • Saturday, February 19 at 11:30 a.m. • Saturday, March 5 at 11:30 a.m. • Saturday, March 19 at 11:30 a.m. • Saturday, April 2 at 11 a.m. • Saturday, April 16 at 11:30 a.m. • Saturday, April 30 at 11:30 a.m. • Saturday, May 14 at 11:30 a.m. • Saturday, May 28 at 11:30 a.m. Schedule subject to change. Get tickets here! Tickets range from $59 to $99. Tickets to the San Salvador Sailing Adventure include museum admission. For more information, please visit sdmaritime.org/visit/on-the-water-adventures/san-salvador-sailing-adventure or call the museum at (619) 234-9153.

The composer and percussionist was "shocked beyond belief" after hearing the news on Monday afternoon.

Lawmakers in Tennessee are advancing a bill that would restrict drag show performances in the state. This bill and others like it threaten the LGBTQ community as well as businesses, critics say.

For some users, Twitter was more than just an app — it was a stepping stone for their careers and activism

The Mariachi Scholarship Foundation’s Mariachi Summit GALA CONCERT returns! Celebrating the rich history of Mexican music with the heirs of this legacy: Lupita Infante, Rafael Jorge Negrete, Juan Mendoza “El Tariacuri”, Gabriel Solis, and more. With maestro Alberto de la Rosa and the "Tlen Huicani All Stars” (the world’s premier jarocho and huasteco ensemble), San Diego’s own Mariachi Champaña Nevin, the San Diego Binational Symphony Orchestra and Ballet Folklórico Internacional with choreography by Amalia Viviana Basanta Hernández. Directed by Jeff Nevin. All proceeds benefit mariachi education in San Diego and college scholarships for local mariachi and ballet folklórico students.

Meet & Eat with Harvestly’s new San Diego vendors. Join us and our local San Diego food businesses at our farmer’s market where you can: • Shop from local farms, bakeries, and more • Sample amazing foods • Engage in family-friendly games and activities • Enter raffles to win awesome prizes (gift cards, food, and more) • Listen to live music • Sip on some local wine and brews Date | Saturday, February 13 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Location | Miralani Makers District Register here! This is a free event, open to the public. For more information, please visit miralanimakersdistrict.com.

Volkswagen workers in Chattanooga, Tenn., voted overwhelmingly to unionize with the UAW, setting a new trajectory for labor unions in the American South.

The Colorado Republican said she was guilty of laughing and singing too loud. A report from the theater, citing four complaints from the audience, said she was also vaping and recording video.