Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Thursday, August 14, 2025.We start with breaking news out of City Hall. Governor Newsom is in town, gearing up for a major announcement this morning about California’s response to ongoing disputes over congressional maps. Democratic leaders are planning a special election, and if voters approve, state lawmakers could temporarily get power to redraw district lines themselves. We’re keeping an eye on the press conference set for later today, especially with its impact on local representation.Moving to infrastructure, crews are hard at work beneath Tekelote Canyon Golf Course replacing miles of aging sewer lines. Because of the $55 million project, the golf course is cut down to nine holes now, with a full closure expected by fall that might last until spring. While golf fans will have to wait, the driving range stays open during construction, so there’s still a spot to practice.On the weather front, we’ve got mostly cloudy skies downtown and a current temperature of 66 degrees. Expect highs near 72 and lows dipping to about 64. Winds from the northwest are mild, around four miles per hour, making it comfortable but a bit humid. No rain in today’s forecast, and beachgoers should watch for stronger surf later this week as building southerly swells could bring waves up to six feet—perfect timing for surf competitions but also a heads-up for swimmers.Speaking of the Port of San Diego, local lawmakers and business leaders gathered at Cesar Chavez Park yesterday to discuss the economic impact of President Trump’s new tariffs. They warn that the average San Diego household could pay almost $2,400 more per year because of these changes. Some small business owners, particularly in electronics and manufacturing, are already reporting rising costs and concerns about lost jobs and reduced production.It’s back-to-school week for many students, and Poway Unified kicked off classes—while San Diego State made headlines by launching a new minor in special education, broadening opportunities for future teachers. Also, Chula Vista police partnered with local school security teams on new crisis training to keep campuses safe.In sports, high school football teams have started their preseason practices, gearing up for the first games later this month. Padres fans are hopeful after a close win over Arizona last night, pulling within striking distance for a wild card spot. Meanwhile, the San Diego Wave FC are playing tonight against Houston at Snapdragon Stadium, and ticket sales are brisk.Real estate watchers see home sales at about 2,400 for July, down slightly from last summer but still lively. The median price for a single-family home sits just above 950,000 dollars. In the job market, local tech firms are hiring, but there’s some caution as tariffs ripple through cross-border industries.On the crime front, police report a tragic car crash in Chula Vista on East H Street that left two dead and two seriously injured. Elsewhere, a San Diego-area teacher faces federal charges in a sensitive case, and authorities remind parents to stay alert.We close with a feel-good story: Ken Kramer’s About San Diego airs tonight, featuring “The Betsy Ross of San Diego”—a local woman who hand-sewed a historic county flag now displayed downtown. Her tribute to our region’s heritage stands as a wonderful reminder of the impact one neighbor can make for us all.As always, thanks for tuning in. This has been San Diego Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss a story. 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

Ver todos los episodios