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Many parents, school leaders and legislators are pointing to social media use by children as contributing to rising mental health challenges for young people.

Jones has been banned from most major social media platforms for spreading falsehoods, like saying school shootings are faked, and that survivors and parents of slain children are crisis actors.

McAlister Institute will hold its 11th Annual 5K Walk for Sobriety on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at NTC Park at Liberty Station. The Walk is an opportunity to bring help and hope to thousands of individuals and families braving the unforgiving cycle of addiction. The Walk for Sobriety is not only an opportunity to raise funds for life-saving services, but also a positive way to increase awareness, support the power of recovery, and fight the stigma many people with substance use disorders experience. Jeanne McAlister, founder of the McAlister Institute, is celebrating her 91st birthday and 67th year of sobriety. All proceeds from the Walk for Sobriety benefit McAlister Institute, one of San Diego's leading resources for individuals and families impacted by addiction. McAlister Institute helps bring life-saving services in substance abuse treatment, mental health counseling, life skills education and vocational training to individuals. McAlister Institute’s mission is to save lives by ensuring affordable, quality treatment for every individual and family who seeks help, striving not to turn anyone away regardless of financial issues. Check-in and registration will begin on-site at 8 A.M. Registration costs $35 per adult and $5 per child (ages 12 and under). “Since 1977, hundreds of thousands of individuals suffering from addiction have passed through the doors of McAlister Institute, and not one of them – not one – has chosen to become an addict,” said Jeanne McAlister, Founder and CEO of McAlister Institute. “Treatment solutions shouldn’t discriminate who gets help. That’s why we keep our doors open to everyone.” The pet-friendly event welcomes walkers, runners, and online supporters to help spread a powerful message on the day of the Walk by wearing the number of days they—or their loved ones—have been clean and sober, and what it means to them. Connect with McAlister Institute on Social Media! Facebook & X - Twitter

Jeannine Coulter was an active drug addict and alcoholic for fifteen years - her addictions led to multiple arrests, homelessness, and the loss of absolutely everything - which she considers to be the best thing that ever happened to her. Sober since January 15, 2015, and now a successful fitness entrepreneur and brand builder, as well as the host of the popular recovery podcast, “Chasing Heroine: An Addiction Recovery Podcast”, she is committed to sharing her stories in the hopes that they may help others. Jeannine will share her personal story with addiction and homelessness and her recovery journey that embraced physical exercise, gratitude and spirituality as critical pillars to achieve success. Jeannine will give the audience specific and easily implemented fitness tools to help manage any life challenge, elevate self-esteem and achieve even the most ambitious life goals. Social Media:  Facebook, IG, TikTok & YouTube @chasingheroine For more information visit: csusm.edu

In this yoga class we will progressively reactivate the body and mind to develop strength and flexibility. The slow and gentle nature of this class is perfect for beginners and is also great for other students who can sink deeper into their practice. The language of instruction is Yiddish with English translation. Sunday, August 27, 8 a.m. PT (10 a.m. CT, 11 a.m. ET, 4 p.m. in the UK, 5 p.m. in most of Europe, 6 p.m. in Israel) Instructor: Tanya Yakovleva Tetyana (Tanya) Yakovleva is a Yiddish lecturer of the Yiddish Arts and Academics Association of North America (YAAANA) and a literature lecturer at YIVO Institute for Jewish Research. She studied Comparative Literature, Classical, Slavic, Jewish, and Media Studies at the universities of Kharkiv, Regensburg, Bari, and San Diego and received her PhD in Slavic and Jewish Studies from the University of Regensburg in 2019. Tanya is a certified yoga teacher (RYT 200) and sees her mission in bringing joy and equilibrium to people through the Mind-Body-Spirit connection. For more information visit: yiddishlandcalifornia.org

The leader of the California Senate says she will run for governor in 2026.

NPR appoints Gimlet executive Collin Campbell to oversee its podcasts in the wake of a sharp dive in revenues and churn in its executive ranks.

In the 80% of Ukraine that remains in Kyiv's hands, two years of full-scale war with Russia have brought grief, destruction and, despite all, optimism.

FIRST FRIDAY at ARTS DISTRICT | August 4 Immerse yourself in art this Friday with a variety of activities, art exhibitions, workshops and more from ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station’s artists. You can check out the full lineup of things to enjoy here with a highlight below. Apt 4 Music’s First Friday at Carruth Cellars is coming back on August 4! From 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., attendees of all ages are welcome to stop by and enjoy a free evening of live music featuring musicians from ARTS DISTRICT’s own, Apt 4 Music. San Diego Watercolor Society is pleased to present the opening of a water-based media exhibition titled “Under the Moon.” The opening reception will take place Friday, August 4 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and will feature over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings. Mockingbird Improv is thrilled to be hosting “All Hands on Deck,” a wild and wacky improv game show from 9 p.m. to 10:15 p.m.. Veltz Fine Art Gallery will be hosting a closing reception for their exhibition titled “Vital,” which features works from three artists including Kenda Francis, Laura Lehmnan, and Colleen Veltz and raises awareness for the local Project Wildlife under the guardianship of the Humane Society from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. San Diego Craft Collective will have their doors open for a community mending event taking place from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.. Kids and adults are also welcome to stop by the studio for a free Vision Board craft. Lauren LeVieux welcomes the community into her studio to browse her newest Cityscapes art collection from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Related links: ArtWalk Liberty Station (Aug. 5-6)

"That action saved an important part of American history tonight," Atlanta's police chief told media gathered at the scene late Thursday.