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A young girl wrote to a Rhode Island police department asking them to run a DNA test on a cookie and carrots left for Santa Claus and his reindeer.

How federal elections are run across the U.S. could be upended if the Supreme Court adopts even a limited version of a once-fringe idea known as the "independent state legislature theory."

Queenie: Godmother of Harlem tells the overlooked story of Stephanie Saint Clair, or "Queenie," a Black female mob boss and fashion icon who lived during the height of the Harlem Renaissance.

Have you filed your tax return? The 2023 deadline is Tuesday, April 18. Most taxpayers are getting hundreds of dollars less in refunds than they did last year.

President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva fired Brazil's army chief on Saturday. Lula has said that some in the military allowed the Jan. 8 uprising in the capital by far-right protesters.

The Culture Ministry said it had closed the country's most famous tourist attraction as well as the Inca Trail leading up to the site "to protect the safety of tourists and the population in general."

A former student at Francis Parker School in Linda Vista went public Friday about a lawsuit filed against school administrators. The student claims the school ignored signs of inappropriate behavior by a former teacher. Meanwhile, there’s a new push by the federal government to reunite children who were separated from their parents at the border during the Trump Administration. Plus, an archive details the rich history of San Diego’s craft brew industry.

California is leading our nation with groundbreaking legislation that addresses climate change by keeping organic materials out of our landfills. As Californians are asked to rethink how they manage their food waste, businesses may be wondering: How can I be in compliance, and how will this affect my bottom line? The County of San Diego and Solana Center are here to help you understand the new legislation and find opportunity in the coming changes. From saving money, to creating press opportunities, to addressing climate change and regional food insecurity, your business has a lot to gain while staying ahead of state regulations! In this workshop, we will cover the following topics: • Organic waste legislation (SB 1383) that impacts your business • Impacts of wasted food on your business and the environment • Practical tips and strategies to prevent food waste and save money • Guidance on food donation, liability protection, and tax incentives Register: https://bit.ly/3LGrLto Made possible through generous funding by the County of San Diego

Worm composting is an environmentally-friendly way to turn your food waste into nutrient-rich castings for your plants or garden beds. Learn how easy it is to start composting with red wiggler worms during this webinar. Join Solana Center for this virtual workshop where you will learn the basics of vermicomposting (composting with worms). Using trial-tested advice and demonstrations, our experienced educators will teach you all you need to know to get started with a bin that fits your needs and lifestyle. In this Zoom webinar, we will cover: • Benefits of composting with worms • How to feed your worms and which foods are suitable for worms • How to set up your own worm bin • What tools and materials you'll need Register: https://bit.ly/3IEQ1dB Made possible through generous funding by the City of Encinitas.

The community is invited to visit the San Diego Automotive Museum during Cars & Coffee for a discounted admission price ($10 before 10am) or partake in the completely free event outside with coffee and donuts (while supplies last) for guests to enjoy while browsing the wide array of vehicles. The public is also invited to bring their own cars to display in the parking lot for other spectators to enjoy. Some exciting cars currently on display include a 1962 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible, a custom designed piece of Automotive Art. Also on display are 3 Shelby Cobras, including one that is still registered to Carol Shelby, and a Kurtis 500 that has won multiple awards such as the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Visitors can also get a preview of SDAM’s newest exhibit “Alternative Fuel: The Power Around Us.”