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If an undergraduate program's graduates don't earn more than workers who never went to college, that program could be cut off from federal student loans. But is a degree just about making more money?

In southern Lebanon, towns near the border with Israel have been largely destroyed by Israeli demolitions and strikes. Israel says it has been attacking Hezbollah infrastructure, but civilian infrastructure has also been significantly affected.

First, we bring you the latest details around a shooting at a local mosque that involved hate rhetoric. Then, we bring you a story explaining how traditional ad formats such as mailers can be used in deceptive ways. Also, in part two of an investigation that looked into who owns a local immigration detention facility, we learn that what actually counts as a charity widely varies across California. And, we’ll tell you how a local hotline is helping people dispose of waste without it ending up in a landfill.

Save the date! You’re invited to join the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library and the La Jolla Historical Society for a special Growing Together event as part of the Athenaeum’s Free Teen Art series on Sunday, June 5, from 4–6 p.m. Created especially for middle and high school students, this free after-school program invites you to explore your creativity through hands-on art activities and friendly fun with La Jolla’s vibrant cultural landscape. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in artist-guided drawing and watercolor painting with illustrator Lori Mitchell, as well as drop-in creative activities hosted by Coastal Defenders, including recycled oyster shell stringing and oyster-inspired art. Whether you stay for the full program or stop by for a single activity, you’re invited to create, connect, and be inspired. This event is part of Growing Together, a free family- and youth-focused community series presented by the La Jolla Historical Society that brings together La Jolla’s major cultural institutions through creative, accessible programming for all ages. For more information, visit www.lajollahistory.org or call (858) 459-5335.

Bonjour! Welcome to our fragrant adventure! No experience necessary – just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm. Join us in crafting your very own signature scent under the guidance of our in-house French Perfume Designer, Jil Croquet. This workshop is an enjoyable three-hour session where you’ll dive into the art of perfume-making. From uncovering composition secrets to the sheer joy of smelling and blending scents, you’ll gain hands-on experience while learning the basics of fragrance design techniques. All the materials and tools you need are provided and included in the workshop fee. With a carefully curated selection of essential oils, we’ll explore this hidden world together. You’ll leave with your own personalized travel spray as a delightful keepsake of our aromatic journey. Come, let’s discover the captivating world of perfumery! This workshop is perfect for ages 14 and up, so grab a friend or come solo and let’s create some magic together! All materials and tools will be provided, and the cost of materials is included in the workshop fee. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

Get ready to groove with the smooth sounds of Breez’n Sunday, July 5 from 5-7 p.m. Car Club display by the San Diego Air Cooled Car Club. Free wind chime craft activity for kids, along with balloon sculptures and temporary glitter tattoos Visit: https://shopvillagewalk.com/special-events/

The Spreckels Organ Society presents the 38th Annual San Diego International Summer Organ Festival, the largest organ festival in the United States, featuring the historic Spreckels Organ, the largest open-air musical instrument in the world, with 5,098 pipes of up to 32-feet long, and nine percussion instruments located throughout the building. This concert features “MusArt-Barcelona” with M. Teresa Sierra (piano) & Raúl Prieto Ramírez (organ) The summer-long festival – directed by Raúl Prieto Ramírez, Spreckels Organ Society’s Artistic Director and San Diego’s Civic Organist – takes place in the heart of Balboa Park, from July 13 through Sept. 7. These 90-minute, free admission concerts by acclaimed international artists are brought to the Spreckels Organ Pavilion each Monday evening at 7:30 p.m. by the Spreckels Organ Society. The concerts are free thanks to the support of the Society’s sponsors, donors, members and volunteers. This season, the Monday evening concerts feature artists from five different nations, making it a truly international festival. The variety of concerts is broad with something for everyone. For the full Festival program, visit www.spreckelsorgan.org/summer-organ-festival. Spreckels Organ Society on Instagram

Xi's silence on North Korea's nuclear program came as Kim tried to convince the world of the irreversibility of his country's status as a nuclear power.

Comedian and documentary filmmaker W. Kamau Bell is bringing his new stand-up tour to San Diego. Plus, a new novel explores a Native Hawaiian's coming of age journey. And finally, your weekend preview.

Learn to Carve a Spoon! Choose from two upcoming dates: June 21 Or July 12, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Beginning spoon carving. In this introduction course of carving Woodworker Paul Maschka will be sharing the ancient style of green wood hand carving with simple but very precise hand tools–a small carving axe, straight blade carving knife and a curved hook knife. With proper techniques, green wood can be intricately sculpted into extremely beautiful, functional and unique pieces of art. Paul specializes in Viking-era cutlery. This Scandinavian style is still being crafted around the world. In this workshop, students will be creating a straight tea spoon or straight cooking spoon. This class is designed for the beginner as well as more experienced carvers. There is no prerequisite for this class. All of the necessary tools and materials will be available to students for this class. Tools and chopping blocks will be available for purchase after the class. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome, or 14+ years with an accompanying adult! • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram