Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Sunday, December 22, 2024.We're starting off with some breaking news from the past few days. The San Diego County Sheriff's Office has been in the headlines recently due to a new policy ending ICE transfers, which has sparked a battle with the County Board[4]. Additionally, a man was tragically killed by his own dogs in a Mira Mesa park, a stark reminder of the importance of animal safety and control[4].Moving on to the job market, San Diego continues to show resilience and stability. The unemployment rate has decreased slightly to 4.6% in November, down from a revised 4.7% in October[3][5]. Professional and business services are expected to see the most job growth, adding around 45,400 jobs, followed by educational services and healthcare, which are projected to add about 32,700 jobs[2][5].In real estate news, there have been concerns about rising rents and tenant protections. Imperial Beach is considering enacting tenant protections as institutional investors transform the city's housing market[2]. Meanwhile, National City is taking on the Port of San Diego over pollution and policies that residents say are oppressive[2].From City Hall, we have an update on leadership changes. San Diego County Supervisor Nora Vargas, chair of the county Board of Supervisors, has announced her decision to step down from the board at the end of her term, January 6, 2025[3].Weather-wise, we're expecting a mild day today with partly cloudy skies. However, residents are urged to take precautions for the flu around the holidays, especially with the recent uptick in cases[3][4].In new business activity, SeaWorld San Diego has agreed to pay the city $8.5 million in back rent and will give San Diego teachers free season passes for five years[4]. Additionally, a new safe parking site is coming to North County, this time in Oceanside, courtesy of the North County LGBTQ Resource Center[3].Looking ahead to community events, the Chula Vista Starlight Parade and The Nutcracker are just a couple of the festive activities happening this weekend[4]. In local school achievements, hundreds of students, parents, and teachers have opposed changes that could hurt Chula Vista High's renowned arts program[3].On a feel-good note, a family in El Cajon has made fostering animals a family affair, stepping up to help the Humane Society[3].In today's crime report, the San Diego County Sheriff's Office has released updates on several incidents, including a death investigation in Bonita and a DUI checkpoint in Santee that resulted in two arrests[1]. Additionally, a man was wounded in a shooting in unincorporated El Cajon, and an investigation is underway[1].This has been San Diego Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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