Listen ""Sunny Start, Human Trafficking Awareness, Hit-and-Run, and Pay it Forward Coffee: San Diego Local Pulse Update""
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Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Thursday, October sixteenth. We woke up to sunshine and crisp air across the county after that real soaker of a storm earlier this week. Those puddles on Interstate Eight and around Balboa Park are drying up fast, but we still feel that chilly Pacific air this morning. Temperatures dipped into the fifties overnight along the coast, with forties in some inland spots. By afternoon, we’ll get comfortable highs in the low seventies along Mission Beach and close to seventy-eight further east toward El Cajon. We can shed a jacket as we head into the warmer weekend, but if you’re heading out early, it’s still a good idea to dress in layers.That rain gave us one of the wettest October days in years, with almost half an inch falling in Oceanside, Vista, and Chula Vista. Lake Cuyamaca hit nearly two inches. Places near the burn scars, especially east near Alpine, were on alert, but no major mudslides or flooding were reported.Turning to breaking city news—today, the San Diego Public Library downtown is hosting a human trafficking awareness conference in partnership with the Bilateral Safety Corridor Coalition. With our city ranked among the top thirteen regions for sex trafficking, this event is shining a light on risks, especially for youth experiencing homelessness or in foster care. Our libraries continue their year-round outreach, offering resources and safe spaces.From City Hall, decisions this week focused on supporting unhoused residents. After years of concerns from neighbors, a large encampment in Lemon Grove was cleared, and the city partnered with outreach groups to connect people with services. Homelessness remains top of mind for many of us and these moves mark another step in the ongoing effort.Today’s major story in public safety: California Highway Patrol is searching for a driver after a deadly hit-and-run on northbound Interstate Fifteen near Old Highway Three Ninety Five in Bonsall. The vehicle, believed to be a Mazda with front end damage, struck a pedestrian before fleeing. If you have any information, CHP urges you to come forward. In a separate case, a man is facing charges after emailing threats about Shoal Creek Elementary near Ted Williams Parkway. Authorities stress that the school remains safe, but vigilance is key.On the job front, stories from the Inland Empire highlight day laborers facing increasing challenges as immigration enforcement operations become more frequent at popular pickup spots like local Home Depots. Some affected community groups are stepping up legal aid and support.Real estate continues to hum along despite higher mortgage rates. Median home prices across San Diego sit near eight hundred thirty thousand. With a slight uptick in listings, buyers may find more choices, especially in Clairemont and Chula Vista.Tonight and through the weekend, we have plenty to look forward to. Barrio Logan’s art walk returns Friday evening, along with live jazz at the House of Blues downtown. The Fleet Science Center is hosting a hands-on “STEM night” for families this Saturday, and don’t forget the County’s free flu shot clinic this afternoon at Linda Vista Rec Center—no appointments needed.San Diego Unified schools saw a big win last night, as the Lincoln High football team edged out Point Loma twenty-four to twenty-one in a last-minute touchdown. Congrats also to Mira Mesa Middle, recognized for its robotics club’s statewide award.Rounding out our morning, we have a small act of kindness making waves—a local coffee shop on Adams Avenue is offering “pay it forward” free coffee cards for anyone needing a pick-me-up. The owner says people have been generous, with dozens of cards waiting to be claimed, turning a cup of coffee into a little spark of hope.Thank you for tuning in and spending your morning with us. Don’t forget to subscribe and join us again for tomorrow’s stories. 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 quiet please 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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