🌱Flags At Half-Mast + SD = Safe City + 'Period Poverty' + Pup Season

Good morning, everyone. It's me, Bettyann Pernice, your host of the Daily. Here's the local news you need to know right now.

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Here are the top stories today in San Diego:

1. The unthinkable has happened again. A shooter terrorized a school in Texas, killing at least 19 students and two teachers. Here in San Diego, flags fly at half-mast. "Our nation is traumatized, our families are hurting, and we grieve deeply with the children, parents and teachers in the state of Texas as they grapple with this unconscionable act of violence," said Board of Supervisors Chairman Nathan Fletcher. "We must resolve to never give up the fight for commonsense federal gun safety legislation." Our hearts go out to the families of those lost in this horrific shooting. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (City News Service)
2. It is resolved. The San Diego City Council has declared San Diego a 'safe city' for reproductive rights. The resolution passed 8 to 0. "No matter what happens with the Supreme Court ruling, no matter who you are or where you come from, no matter the color of your skin or your socioeconomic status, I want everyone to know that you are welcome in the city of San Diego to exercise your reproductive rights," Councilman Stephen Whitburn said. "I want all San Diegans who are scared and frustrated about this potential ruling to know that you have members of this city council and a mayor that have your back, and we will not back down." To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (ABC 10 News San Diego KGTV)
3. It is sometimes referred to as “period poverty” and it is a health issue that women in San Diego sometimes face. Women cannot use food stamps or WIC to buy menstrual products. Often, they wear products for an extended time, putting themselves at risk for toxic shock syndrome, a serious bacterial infection. In order to address this health issue, the County will expand its Free4ME program to provide free sanitary products in 24 county-owned dispensers, community centers, and libraries. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (Patch)
4. It's pupping season, and the San Diego City Council has approved the closure of Point La Jolla and Boomer Beach May 1 through Oct. 31. The closure will allow sea lions to give birth, nurse, and care for their young in peace. The closure, which protects both sea lions and visitors, will be in place for the next seven years. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (NBC San Diego)

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Today in San Diego:

• Mandarin Chinese Story Time — Mira Mesa Branch Library (10:30 a.m.)
• Story Time In the Park — Kensington/Normal Heights Branch Library (10:30 a.m.)
• Knit and Crochet Circle — Rancho Peñasquitos Library (1 p.m.)
• Pen to Paper Writing Group — Riford/La Jolla Branch Library (1 p.m.)
• DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY — Linda Vista Branch Library (3 p.m.)
• Kamishibai Storytime: Japanese Street Theater & Storytelling — University Heights Branch Library. (4 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• San Diego Police Department: His name is Sai, and he is a trained Mobil Odor Detection Dog (MOD). Sai is trained to detect explosives. He works with Crisis Volunteers and the RSVP groups and is used at major events. (Facebook)
• San Diego Humane Society: The Emergency Response Team (ERT) has been volunteering to rescue animals affected by wildfires. An injured little kitten was rescued from the New Mexico wildfires and is now recovering. A big 'thank you' to the ERT. (Facebook)
• San Diego Central Library: Love African art? The Central Library Art Gallery will show 'Echoes of Africa' during the month of June. It will feature artifacts the Mesa College African Art Collection. Mark your calendar! (Facebook)
• Feeding San Diego: Many residents worry about food insecurity. This stress can have an impact on their mental health. Find out how Feeding San Diego can help. (Facebook)
• Downtown San Diego Partnership: The Grow Urban initiative can soften the impact of urban streets and transform the downtown area. More than 100 trees were planted for Arbor Day and Earth Day. The downtown area is becoming more green and beautiful. (Facebook)
• Library Foundation SD: Need a safe and secure drop-off location for your mail-in ballot? Check out your local San Diego Public Library System Branch for details. (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday. I'll see you around!

— Bettyann Pernice

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