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Legal centers across the country are preparing immigrants without legal status for various scenarios as the Trump administration ramps up enforcement operations. We visited one in California.

The Valley Center Stampede Rodeo & Memorial Festival is held annually in the rural town of Valley Center, CA over the Memorial Day weekend. Our quaint community is nestled in the mountains of North San Diego County and still exemplifies many aspects of America's traditional western and agricultural lifestyles. Since 2002, the Valley Center Stampede Rodeo has provided a family-friendly rodeo as part of the annual week-long western heritage celebration that began in 1950. In 2015, we created the Memorial Festival to pay tribute to our nation’s veterans. The Valley Center Stampede Rodeo & Memorial Festival provides the ultimate venue for our town and surrounding communities to come together and participate in America’s greatest showcase of patriotism and western heritage…rodeo! In 2017, the Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) sanctioned the Valley Center Stampede Rodeo, making it the first-ever professional rodeo in Valley Center. The Valley Center Stampede Rodeo committee takes great pride in showcasing local youth through our "Mutton Bustin’" event, Junior Barrel Racing, and a Calf Scramble during intermission that is open to children in attendance free of charge. In support of our stated mission, rodeo proceeds are donated to local youth organizations, as well as organizations that promote the morale of our local military. Valley Center Stampede Rodeo, Inc. is an all-volunteer organization – there are no paid positions. As such, we truly appreciate our dedicated volunteers and we welcome new volunteers (from high school age on up) each year. If you are interested in joining our efforts to put on the 2019 Valley Center Stampede Rodeo & Memorial Festival, please send us a message and we’ll put you in touch with the appropriate volunteer coordinator. Visit: https://vcstampede.com/pages/info VS Stampede Rodeo & Festival on Instagram and Facebook

Fair fans can take their dogs for their morning walk (or run) at the Fairgrounds. The Pet-Tacular Pooch Fun Run, presented by Southpaw Vet, will take place Saturday, July 5, from 6:30 - 10:30 a.m. Humans who register in advance — registration is required and open online now — for the event can also enjoy a full-day admission to the Fair (without their dog) on any day of their choosing. The event will also feature a festival with contests and a dog-centric vendor village, complete with products, accessories and services for humans and canines alike. Whether you're walking or running, bring your furry friend to join in on the excitement before the Fair opens. Compete in our fun dog contests, race around the Fairgrounds, and enjoy a morning of fresh air and activity with your dog! It's the perfect way to get your day started on the right paw. Why Join in on the Fun? Celebrate the special bond with your four-legged friend while getting some fresh air and exercise on a 1/2 mile or 1 mile route. Run or walk around the fairgrounds before the Fair opens, experiencing the area in a fun and unique way with your dog. Snap a selfie with your pup with the Ferris Wheel as your backdrop! Participate in contests with your dog for the chance to win ribbons, bragging rights, and cheers from fellow dog lovers. Meet new friends and make memories that will last a lifetime—now that's Pet-tacular! And that’s not all. For a full list of pet-related entertainment, contests, and fun, visit: https://www.sdfair.com/p/what-to-do/pet-events--activities

June 13 - 15 Join us at San Diego Craft Collective for Fiber Fest—a vibrant celebration of natural textiles and sustainability, bringing together fiber artists, artisans, sustainability advocates, and local farmers. This event is designed to build community within the Southern California Fibershed, showcasing the journey of natural textiles from sheep to finished fabric. Fiber Fest will feature live demonstrations, artist vendors, workshops, interactive craft for families, food, and fun. Why attend? – Learn about the journey of natural textiles from sheep shearing to finished fabric. – Connect with fiber enthusiasts, sustainability advocates, and the local textile community. – Experience sustainable fiber arts and natural textile production first-hand. – Support local artisans and eco-friendly practices in textile creation. – Enjoy a family-friendly event filled with education, creativity, and community spirit. What to expect: JUNE 13, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Join us for a fun evening of fiber friendship & camaraderie with a Sit n’ Stitch and Fiber & Fabric Swap. JUNE 14, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Main event with live demos and hands-on activities about the journey of natural textiles from shearing to finished fabric. There’ll be plenty to learn, with hands-on crafting stations, community art-building projects, make & take crafts (for a small fee) & fiber arts vendors, including our local yarn store (lys) Apricot Yarn & Supply! RSVP for Fiber Fest today to receive updates! JUNE 15 Reserve and attend a Fiber Fest fiber-related workshop! This event is free to attend thanks to generous funding in part from ARTS District Liberty Station. Visit: Fiber Fest 2025 San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Environmental Protection Agency administrator Lee Zeldin visited the San Diego-Tijuana border region this week. What does it mean for solving the cross-border sewage crisis? Then, spending on lobbying in California reached new heights in 2024. We look into what the data show.

Lower-income people will be the hardest hit. Over the next 10 years, 3.4 million Californians could lose coverage.

NASA and SpaceX's Crew-11 mission is made up of two U.S. astronauts, one from Japan and a Russian cosmonaut. They'll be aboard the International Space Station for six months conducting research.

The British musician co-founded the rock band Supertramp, which spurred hits like "Give A Little Bit" and "The Logical Song" in the 1970s.

California is about to put new restrictions on its legal aid fund often used by undocumented immigrants. Advocates are saying with all of the recent federal immigration actions, the timing couldn’t be worse.

The House approved a Trump administration plan to rescind $9 billion in previously allocated funds, including $1.1 billion for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.