Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Saturday, November 8th, 2025.We start with breaking news that is top of mind for many San Diegans: full CalFresh food assistance payments are finally coming through. After a federal judge stepped in to force the release of these funds, nearly four hundred thousand local households are now seeing their benefits loaded onto EBT cards. This comes after weeks of worry. Local officials say the process started last night, so if you count on those benefits, you should check your card over the next couple of days. The White House has filed an appeal to block this order, but for now, relief is arriving. Meanwhile, with such a sharp jump in food aid requests this month, the Prebus Foundation is stepping up with three million dollars in emergency funding to supply the San Diego Food Bank and Feeding San Diego, ensuring an estimated six million meals get to local families in need.Looking to city government, San Diego is eyeing new ways to raise revenue downtown. KPBS reports there are talks of increasing valet parking fees as the city looks for creative ways to fill budget gaps caused by the prolonged government shutdown. In Poway, a vacant city council seat will be discussed at a special meeting today, after Tony Blaine resigned amid felony charges and a recall vote.On a lighter note, Santee’s beloved Mary’s Donuts is in the spotlight as a new generation takes over this community institution, ensuring the tradition continues. Speaking of new ventures, keep an eye on Mission Valley where a groundbreaking housing project aimed at supporting middle-income families broke ground this week. City officials call it the first of its kind in San Diego.Turning to our weather, it's a classic San Diego weekend: we’re starting off with patchy fog along the coast but expect mostly sunny skies as we head deeper into the day. Temperatures are warming up, with highs from the upper sixties to the mid-seventies near the beaches and moving into the low eighties inland. Be aware, dense fog could make driving tricky in the early morning across coastal roads, and high tides are pushing four to eight foot waves, so keep extra caution if you’re heading to the water. The marine layer is expected to linger overnight, so tomorrow morning might have the same slow, foggy start. By midweek, forecasters are watching for possible rain—welcome news as we continue to face drought.The job market continues to shift, with the strike authorization from nearly six thousand Sharp HealthCare nurses and professionals making headlines. Ninety-seven percent voted to back a strike as they push for better wages and improved sick leave policies. Sharp has responded, promising to work toward a fair deal, but for now, patients and staff alike are preparing for possible service disruptions.In transportation, a heads-up if you plan to drive this weekend: Interstate 5 South will be closed from Route 52 to Mission Bay Drive starting tonight at 9. Caltrans expects to reopen early Monday morning, so plan alternate routes and allow for delays in the beach and Pacific Beach areas.For local sports, our UC San Diego Tritons women’s volleyball team pulled off a thriller against Long Beach State last night, taking their series to a decisive final game. High school football playoffs are in full swing, bringing communities together under the Friday night lights.Crime in the city stayed relatively low overnight but police are investigating a recent string of break-ins at libraries across the county. Authorities are urging anyone who notices suspicious activity near public facilities, particularly east of Balboa Park and in North Park, to report immediately. At the same time, the only criminal charge stemming from the high-profile MTS chokehold case ended in a probation sentence.Looking ahead, there are plenty of chances to get involved this weekend. Neighborhood cleanups are being organized in Barrio Logan and Ocean Beach, and the Little Italy ArtWalk returns tomorrow with new murals and live music. Whether you’re here for the food, the art, or simply a stroll in the perfect weather, there’s plenty to celebrate in San Diego.For a feel-good finish, let’s celebrate a Mira Mesa High School robotics team member who was honored this week for mentoring younger students and sharing her love of engineering—a great reminder of the talent and generosity that thrives here in our city.From our team to yours, thank you for tuning in and being part of the San Diego story. Please remember to subscribe so you never miss a local update. This has been San Diego Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease dot ai.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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