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It would be McClellan-Palomar Airport’s second major commercial airline, after nearly a decade without one. County supervisors need to approve the lease, but United is already selling tickets.

The vice president spoke after a demonstration of Marine amphibious capabilities including firing howitzer guns over Interstate 5.

TSA agents are among the many federal employees who are still working without pay. A local union leader said they’re getting one last partial paycheck this weekend.

So far, San Diego has been spared the staffing shortages that have affected other airports, as TSA agents and air traffic controllers continue working without pay.

Transportation leaders encouraged San Diegans to take advantage of Free Ride Day Wednesday, with all Metropolitan Transit System and North County Transit District options free for the entire day.

Fredo Gillis began making art two years ago when he painted a portrait for a friend's birthday gift to save money. Now, on his own birthday, he is showcasing his first solo art exhibition — "One Way Ticket." Over nine months Gillis, traveled from San Diego to Japan, San Francisco, Miami, Spain, Paris and New York. His art is influenced by the people, environments and experiences he encountered.

The San Diego native spent the last nine months traveling and making art. Now he’s back home to debut his first solo show, "One Way Ticket."

This week, passengers began streaming in and out of the airport's new Terminal 1, where public art installations highlight the region’s natural beauty — an unlikely art museum.

Just weeks before the new Terminal 1 opens at San Diego International Airport, Spirit Airlines said they’re stopping service in the area. The carrier’s last day of operation at the airport will be Oct. 4.

California has reached an agreement with the Federal Railroad Administration to protect $4 billion in federal funding for its high-speed rail project while a lawsuit over the money plays out in court. These funds are now held in a legal trust, ensuring they cannot be redirected until the lawsuit concludes.