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Shark Summer is back at Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego! Have you ever wondered what species swim in our local waters? Or wanted to know what makes sharks such unique animals? This summer, visit Birch Aquarium to dive deep into the world of these amazing animals, with fin-tastic fun for shark fans of all ages! Shark Summer celebrates the vital role sharks play in the ecosystem, while shining a light on the important conservation work and research being done to protect them. Shark Summer kicks off on July 1 and runs through Aug. 2. This year’s activities include shark exploration stations, shark feedings, themed dive presentations, Sharks and Rays 101 talks and more throughout the month! And to celebrate Shark Summer, join us on July 9 to experience a night that's totally jaw-some during Oceans at Night: Sharks! Dive into a world of all things shark-related and discover the allure of these fascinating fish. This 21+ event features live entertainment, interactive games, a Kelp Forest Dive presentation and more! Meet shark experts from Scripps Oceanography, nerd out on all things sharks and enjoy an evening packed with music, games, tasty drinks and more! Tickets are on sale now. Centering around the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Shark and Ray Awareness Day, Shark Summer brings guests into the dynamic world of our local shark species while spotlighting Birch Aquarium’s partnership with AZA SAFE Shark and Ray. The SAFE (Saving Animals from Extinction) Shark and Ray program is a collaborative effort by more than 60 organizations nationwide to work together to save the more than 1200 species of sharks and rays worldwide from extinction through evidence-based education and communication. "Birch Aquarium is teaming up with the AZA SAFE Shark and Ray program to make a positive impact on shark and ray conservation,” said Aquarist Brent Fish. “We're highlighting this unique and diverse group of animals to raise awareness of how important they are and the threats they face." During Shark Summer, proceeds collected in the donation box in the aquarium’s Galleria benefit the AZA SAFE Sharks and Rays. Note: All activities except Oceans at Night: Sharks are included with the cost of General Admission. Birch Aquarium opens daily at 9 a.m. with closing hours varying by day. Purchase tickets online in advance for the best pricing or buy an annual membership to visit the aquarium all year. Visit aquarium.ucsd.edu for details including the Daily Schedule.

Yes, the truckers next to you are on the phone. That’s not necessarily bad for your safety or their health.

In this meet-and-greet with David Adey, learn about his enveloping exhibition "Sacrificial Bodies." David will lead a brief tour of the gallery sharing about his inspirations and artistic journey. Questions are encouraged, and attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy tea in the lobby with the artist following the program. Ticket Prices: Member: $10 Nonmember: $25 Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

The Granger Hotel and JFiN Collective welcomes the community to the opening of "Organica: Flora to Fauna," the second exhibition in the Granger Art Program's Border series, featuring 14 regional artists. Opening Thursday, May 21 at 8 p.m.! Daily Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily Curated by Jennifer Findley, Director of Arts and Culture at Oram Hotels and founder of JFiN Collective, "Organica" brings together fourteen regional artists from Southern California and across the border. The exhibition is installed across the hotel's salon, lobby, and art studio. The exhibition runs May 21 through December 31, 2026. The works span painting, sculpture, installation and mixed media, tracing the boundary between plant, animal and human life. From photorealist animal studies to speculative botanical ecologies, Organica places the human body within the same continuum as root systems, fungal networks, and nocturnal habitats. An exhibition about coexistence and the natural world on its own terms. The exhibition continues the Granger Art Program's evolving dialogue with artists engaged in ecological and speculative inquiry, including the ongoing art-in-residence initiative with Max Hooper Schneider, the first emerging artist commissioned for UC San Diego's Stuart Collection, whose work engages future ecologies and evolving life systems. Participating artists include: Annalise Neil April Street Becca Mann Caitlin Carney Dave Essa Denja Harris Josh Herman Kelsey Overstreet Leslye Villaseñor Nathalie Guerin Reinhart Selvik Reni Soares Sylvia Fernandez Walter Redondo

The use of chatbots has exploded over the last two years, and people are increasingly turning to them for mental health advice. SB 903 would ban advertising chatbots as therapy and add rules for AI use in formal health spaces.

The bill introduced by Massachusetts Sen. Ed Markey would have the Secretary of Homeland Security extend TPS to Haitians through March 2029.

In San Diego County, 17% of households could afford to purchase the county's median-priced single-family home of $1.075 million during the second quarter of 2026.

An offshore wind company says it's reached a $1.2 billion settlement with the Trump administration to walk away from projects under development off New York, California and Louisiana.

Insurance affects the cost of rent, housing supply and recovery from disaster.

Stream now on KPBS+ / Watch Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV + Encore Sunday, Oct. 11 at 4 p.m. on KPBS TV. We meet a North County woman who has amassed the largest collection of pop-up books west of the Mississippi; get an inside look at law enforcement 80-years ago; see things sent in by viewers from the desert to the sea and pay a loving visit to the romping canines of Dog Beach.