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San Diego County fire officials say they're ready to respond to wildfires, and encourage residents to have an evacuation plan.

The birthing center at Palomar Health's Poway Medical Center is set to close soon with those services being transferred to Escondido.

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria is pushing to change conservatorship laws to force more of the homeless population into treatment, but some argue that changing the laws won’t help without somewhere for them to go, and that forcing people into care could backfire. Also, San Diego city leaders announced Wednesday how they would help San Diegans comply with a new state law that requires organic waste to be diverted from landfills. Plus, another new state law requires schools to expand their mental health instruction.

U.S. employers added 216,000 jobs in December, as the unemployment rate held steady at 3.7%. The labor market proved resilient in 2023, despite rising interest rates.

The science of baby babble is surprisingly complex. And the idea that a baby exposed to two languages will be confused? Let's see what babble researchers have to say about that.

The settlement would refund the city $7.4 million in profits Cisterra made in its lease-to-own deal on the 101 Ash property.

Enjoy an inspirational evening at the Hilton San Diego/Del Mar for San Diego Benefit 2022: "20 Years Planting Peace," Sunday, May 15, 2022, starting at 5:30 p.m. Hear directly from Hands of Peace alumni leading with courage, empathy and intention for the good of their communities. Founder Gretchen Grad and hundreds of San Diego volunteers who have opened their hearts and homes to these resilient youth will also be honored. Early Bird tables and tickets are available now through April 22, 2022. Various sponsorships are also available, including sponsorships for the commemorative "20 Faces of Change" magazine highlighting the stories of 20 Hands of Peace alumni. For more information go to handsofpeacesandiegobenefit.org or contact Diana Kutlow at (760) 492-1623, dkutlow@handsofpeace.org.

Her album-as-Sistine Chapel: awe-inspiring from a distance and glittering with detail, a star-filled imaginary sky and an origin myth that comes to life through its brilliant brush strokes.

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria’s “Home for All of Us” plan will build on the city’s effort to make more construction possible in developed areas of the city and makes it easier for employers to develop employee housing. Plus, the Sheriff's Department promoted Theresa Adams-Hydar, a 27-year veteran of the department, to oversee county jails. Also, with the number of unsheltered people growing in San Diego, some city leaders are contemplating changing conservatorship laws to get more people off the streets and into treatment programs for various mental health issues. Meanwhile, the first years of a child’s life can set the course for a lifetime. San Diego’s “First 5 first steps” program can enroll 100 more families in the South Bay. And, San Diego is in the midst of a record-breaking heat wave. When will we see temperature returning to normal? Finally, reimagining how we eat to support food justice is the subject of a new book called “The Spirit of Soul Food: Race, Faith And Food” by USD professor of theology and religious studies Christopher Carter.

It's time to celebrate National Picnic Day! Join us at Puppy Picnic Co. in Liberty Station for a day full of our favorite things: pups and picnics. Visit our Build Your Own Picnic station at Puppy Picnic Co.'s pop-up storefront to shop picnic supplies and build your pawfect pupnic! Grab a picnic basket, blanket, serving tray, and plate settings and enjoy your afternoon eating outdoors at NTC Park across from Liberty Station. Forage San Diego will be serving up homemade hot honey, jams, shelf-stable charcuterie, and other delicious picnic snacks. Shop gorgeous pre-made dried floral arrangements or build your own DIY pampas bouquet with Pampas Lush! Azúcar & Spices has treats covered with mini pup pies, dog macarons, and more! Pick up one of Cookies & Co.’s handcrafted dog bandanas and matching masks, scrunchies, and accessories for a picture-pawfect pupnic opportunity. VIP Tickets available here! ($200+ Value, limited spots available, optional) • Picnic supplies rental (picnic basket, blanket, 2 chargers, 2 napkins, serving tray) • Bottle of lemonade • 2 sparkling waters • 2 sets of plate settings + utensils • Dog treats from Azúcar & Spices • Fresh charcuterie box from Forage San Diego • 10 min photo session (3-5 photos) with Dogs! by Erin Wiese Photo at NTC Park • Take-home arrangement from Pampas Lush • 10% off any purchase from Cookies & Co. Date | Saturday, April 23 from noon to 4 p.m. Location | Puppy Picnic Co. Register here! This is a free event open to the public but online registration is required. VIP Tickets are optional. For more information, please visit puppypicnicco.com/events/national-picnic-day-pop-up