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California voters rejected a proposal to partially dismantle the state’s 42-year-old cap on property taxes, a move that would have raised taxes for many businesses in a pandemic-hobbled economy. Plus, two new ordinances passed by the San Diego City Council will give the public more say over how surveillance technology, such as cameras and smart street lights, are used. Also, now that San Diego has sunk back into the purple tier, what does it mean for businesses and could it have been prevented? In addition, voters passed Measure B, which will establish an independent commission to oversee the San Diego Police Department. But there are still many details to be worked out regarding how the commission will operate. And, San Diego City College and the San Diego Housing Commission collaborated to create a class that will train people who are interested in working with the homeless. Finally, the rich sounds of the ocean right off San Diego’s coast in this replay of “Rad Scientist” episode.

It can be hard to navigate etiquette in the midst of interpersonal conflict. Rachel Wilkerson Miller, editor-in-chief of Self, gives advice in three sticky situations.

European Union leaders will meet Thursday in Brussels where they are expected to approve Ukraine as a candidate to join the EU — a process that is neither quick nor easy.

Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones must pay millions in damages for spreading lies about the Sandy Hook school massacre. But even if the penalties shut down Infowars, his influence will remain.

With its announcement that it will spin off its healthcare unit in early 2023 and its energy segment in early 2024, GE may have signaled the end of the conglomerate era.

The EU will meet Monday to discuss how to handle the ongoing conflict as Russia intensifies its efforts to capture Severodonetsk, the largest eastern city that remains in Ukrainian hands.

The General Electric CEO wowed investors and mingled with celebrities. But New York Times correspondent David Gelles says Welch's aggressive tactics also caused irreparable harm to American industry.

Each year, the Fur Ball is a special opportunity to celebrate our compassion for animals and the people who love them. It’s also one of our most important fundraisers of the year! Thanks to generous friends like you, we were able to meet our match goal for the Fur Ball 2020 campaign and raised over $600,000! We cannot thank you enough for helping to transform the lives of animals in need, giving them the magic of hope, healing and a second chance. While we've missed seeing San Diego's pets in their finest, we are grateful to you for helping to make this year's unique Fur Ball a success for the animals! Save the date! Please mark your calendars for our 35th annual Fur Ball, which will be held on Saturday, October 2. We look forward to joining together to celebrate our shared compassion for animals with an evening under the stars. While we are optimistic that the Fur Ball will be an in-person event, we will continue to evaluate based on the safety and comfort our guests and will share additional information as the event nears. For more information, please email furball@sdhumane.orgSponsor the Fur Ball Gala. When your company partners with San Diego Humane Society, you’re joining a community that is committed to creating a more humane San Diego for animals and the people who love them. To learn more about ways your business can make an impact for animals in need through sponsorship, contact Bobbie Barnes at BBarnes@sdhumane.org or by calling (619) 243-6147.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed down 433 points and other exchanges around the world tumbled on Monday over fears about the omicron variant.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is facing a recall election Sept. 14 that could remove him from office. California is one of 19 states that allow voters to initiate a recall to remove a sitting governor.