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Toy Wands Sold at Disney Shows Recalled Over Injury Hazard

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Feld Entertainment is recalling more than 30,000 light-spinner wands sold exclusivly at Disney on Ice and Disney Live shows due to an injury hazard.

The wands feature either a Mickey Mouse or Minnie Mouse at the top and measures about 18 inches tall. The Mickey Mouse wands are yellow, red and black. The Minnie Mouse wands are pink, white and blue.

The top component of the light-spinner toy wands can detach and expose an eight-inch metal rod, posing an injury hazard to young children, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immeditaley stop using the recalled wands and contact Feld Entertainment at 800-755-1530 or 703-448-3683 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to receive a full refund. 

They were sold for about $22 at Disney on Ice and Disney Live shows from October 2016 through November 2016.

See the full list of shows below:

Show

Location

Dates

Disney Live

Buffalo, N.Y.

October 23, 2016

Allentown, Pa.

October 27-28, 2016

Erie, Pa.

October 21, 2016

Hershey, Pa.

October 22, 2016

Pittsburgh, Pa.

October 14, 2016

Reading, Pa.

October 30, 2016

Wilkes Barre, Pa.

October 29, 2016

Charleston, W.Va.

October 15, 2016

Wheeling, W.Va.

October 16, 2016

Disney On Ice

Baltimore, Md.

October 27-30, 2016

Fairfax, Va.

October 19-23, 2016

Knoxville, Tenn.

November 2-6, 2016

Worcester, Mass.

November 2-6, 2016

Salt Lake City, Utah

November 10-13, 2016



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Concern Growing About Water Among San Ysidro Residents

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San Ysidro residents are questioning whether their water is safe to drink after learning dangerous levels of lead and bacteria were found in the drinking water at La Mirada elementary school.

Homeowner Benjamin Rocha said he’s extremely worried about the health of his two young boys.

He lives just a few hundred yards from La Mirada where lab results revealed high levels of lead, copper and bacteria in the drinking water.

“I don’t drink the water from the faucet,” Rocha told NBC 7 in Spanish. “I buy our drinking water.”

Rocha said about a year ago a company selling water filters came by his home to test the water. He told NBC 7 the company found a lot of lead and high levels of contaminants in the water coming from his tap.

District officials shut off the drinking water at La Mirada, Smythe elementary and San Ysidro Middle School. Tests have not revealed lead or other contaminants in the water at Smythe or San Ysidro Middle, but administrators shut the water off out of an abundance of caution pending further testing.

Many residents have told NBC 7 they are very concerned about the health of their children in finding out the news, but some feared sharing those concerns on camera and few showed up to a meeting last night to discuss the issue.

City Councilman David Alvarez he’s not surprised about the lack of apparent community involvement on the issue, but said residents are definitely discussing the issue.

“I think unfortunately in San Ysidro, there has been a history over the last couple years of just not listening to the community and I think you are probably starting to see the results of that,” Alvarez said.

Alvarez said the poor drinking water is yet another example of a community neglected for decades. Other examples include the area having the oldest library in the system and San Ysidro High students walking to school on a narrow dirt trail after being promised a sidewalk since the 1990’s.

“I think the sense I have from the community members is that people have really forgotten about San Ysidro,” Alvarez said.

NBC 7 has requested results of water quality testing near the schools conducted by the City of San Diego, which provides the water to the San Ysidro school.

Senior Chemist Doug Campbell said the city tests the water weekly in the area.

“We have an extensive monitoring program for contaminants and for corrosivity,” Campbell said.

NBC 7 requested results from last week’s test, but we are still waiting on the documentation.

Rocha said he feels that he must speak out about his concern “not just for his kids but for the entire community.”

“The school doesn’t have any reason to get mad and the authorities with the city of San Diego don’t have any reason to get mad if we are asking for something that they have an obligation to provide to the citizens: that they check the water. That’s an obligacion of the school and of the city,” he said.



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Pedestrian Hit by Trolley Car in Santee

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Deputies are responding to a pedestrian hit by a trolley car in Santee.

The incident happened at the intersection of Mission Gorge Road and Cuyamaca Street, according to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department (SDSO).

The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) is operating a bus bridge between the Santee and Gillespie Field stops.

The condition of the victim is unknown at this time.

Check back for updates on this breaking news.



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Bay Park Residents Go 13 Hours Without Water

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Nearly 200 residents in the Bay Park neighborhood spent the majority of Friday without water after an overnight water main break.

The main broke beneath the street on the 4900 block of Gardena Avenue near Bonus Drive just after midnight.

Residents in the area went 13 hours without running water, and likely would have had to wait longer had it not been for one neighbor’s precaution.

David Sogliuzzo, a 25-year resident of Bay Park, has security cameras surrounding his home. When he looked up at his monitor and saw water flowing down his street, he immediately knew what had happened.

“I just happened to look up at the TV set as I was resting and watching TV,” Sogliuzzo said. “And as I saw it I thought ‘Well, we’ve got a busted water main.’”

Sogliuzzo was able to report the break immediately and crews were tending to the water main within an hour. They worked through the night and into the day, and were able to restore water to the neighborhood by around 2 p.m.

Surely it was an inconvenience, but it could have been worse.

“There’s a lot of old folks in this neighborhood, “Sogliuzzo said. “So they don’t have drinking water, they don’t have water to bathe and shower- it’s a difficulty.”

The roadwork forced traffic diversions, parking trouble and home-delivery hiccups. This isn’t the first time Sogliuzzo has had to deal with this in his 25 years living in the neighborhood, though. He says that in the last two years alone, three separate water main breaks have occurred.

“The city takes care of it,” Sogliuzzo said. “They bring in the water truck, they bring in the crew, but they’ve had to do it more than once.”

The City of San Diego says that a 12-inch concrete cap broke, but the cause is indeterminable. Crews working to repair the break said that it could have been the result of a number of things, including weather and old infrastructure.



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Gang Members, Hotel Manager Indicted for Racketeering

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Detectives and agents from the Narcotics Task Force, Oceanside Police Department and other agencies indicted 11 gang members and one hotel manager from Oceanside on Friday with a racketeering conspiracy.

Five of the defendants were already in custody, but five were arrested in North County and another caught in Mexico. One defendant is still at large, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

The suspects were indicted with a racketeering conspiracy for trafficking narcotics and prostitution, as well as assaults, robberies and attempted murder.

They are all allegedly associated with the Westside Crips, a street gang that primarily operates in Oceanside.

The hotel manager was in charge of two national brand hotels in Oceanside, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. He allegedly allowed the gang members and associates to pursue their activities on his property.

This is not the first time an Oceanside hotel has been involved with gang activities.

In 2011, 38 individuals were indicted for racketeering conspiracy in association with the Oceanside Crip enterprise and one hotel.

Racketeering conspiracy is typically a crime statute for crime organizations and mobsters, and the group’s collaboration allows them to be charged this way, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

In the past, San Diego’s Regional Task Forces have worked with hotel communities to track and stop illicit activities such as drug and human trafficking, but this incident is not expected to damage hotel and police relations, said Assistant U.S. Attorney Alessandra Serano.

“I suspect that folks who want to be aware of human trafficking will continue to do so,” said Serano, “and I hope that this will bring to their attention this is still an important issue.”

This is the fourth time the Southern California U.S. Attorney’s Office has used the racketeering statute to charge gang members, associates and facilitators.

“Today’s enforcement actions mark the beginning of the end for the Westside Crip street gang,” said IRS Criminal Investigations Agent Anthony Orlando to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

The maximum sentence for racketeering conspiracy is 20 years.



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DHS Secretary Tours U.S-Mexico Border in San Ysidro

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Department of Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly paid San Diego a visit on Friday, in his first tour since he's taken office to address border security.

Kelly took a tour of security operations at the U.S.-Mexico border crossing in San Ysidro, the last stop on his week-long tour. He also spent some time speaking with several state and federal law enforcement agencies about improving border security.

San Diego Police Chief Shelley Zimmerman and San Diego County Sheriff Bill Gore were also present.

"What I saw today, the professionalism that I observed in a very potentially dangerous environment, gave me great pride," Kelly said.

His visit came on the same day a drug tunnel was discovered near the border in a Tijuana parking lot.

"The face that they are tunneling under it, goes to the effectiveness of not just the wall, the physical barrier that already exists here in San Diego, but goes to the effectiveness of the men and women that back that wall, that patrol that wall," he said.

He added: "I would argue that the fact that they're spending huge amounts of money to tunnel underneath the wall tells you that they can't get through it."

Although Kelly has told lawmakers in the past he would like to see the construction of wall within the next two years, he did not address the issue on Friday.

On his tour, he previously visited Rio Grande, Texas and Nogales, Arizona.



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Concerns Increase After President Trump's Immigration Policy

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Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have arrested 160 undocumented immigrants in Southern California this week.

According to ICE, the majority of those arrested had a criminal history.

Although none of those 160 arrests happened in San Diego, it still raises concerns for local migrants and undocumented immigrants. Many had sought help from local advocacy groups moments after the presidential election in November, wanting to know their rights.

But others told NBC 7, deportations need to be respected and enforced even more in California.

Roger Ogden has called San Diego home for more than 30 years and has always held true to his stance on immigration and deportation.

"I want them to do more of it. I want them to enforce the immigration law," he said.

Ogden told NBC 7 that he feels California is a constant hub for undocumented immigrants, which in turn is hurting our economy and the safety of our country.

He added, “If we need workers from outside the U.S., they should come here legally and there should be a well-regulated program to allow that."

California has by far the largest number of undocumented immigrants. Many are seeking refuge from non-profit, Border Angels.

"Right now, there's absolutely no trust because of the words and the actions of a man named Donald Trump," said Border Angels’ Founder, Enrique Morones.

Morones told NBC 7 since the November election, there's been an increase in migrants wanting to know what their fate holds.  

"We're telling people to be very careful, to be prepared, to have documents," he said.

Border Angels offers legal advice and "know your rights" cards to help answer questions for individuals.

NBC 7 reached out to ICE to see if there's been an increase in enforcements in the recent weeks. A spokesperson responded, saying they “regularly conduct operations, but nothing in policy has changed.”

Friends Gather in Memory of Grand Canyon Accident Victim

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Friends of the Hoover High School graduate who fell to his death in the Grand Canyon on Jan. 28, gathered in City Heights Friday night to remember the 18-year-old.

A vigil was held for Luis Gonzalez at the home of one of his teachers.

Gonzalez graduated from Hoover High School last year. The impact he made on the students, coaches and teachers compelled them to gather in his memory Friday.

Friends said Gonzalez had the right attitude and an infectious sense of humor that could get you through just about any difficulty.

“He was always laughing, whatever he went through he tried to overcome it. He was that type of guy,” close friend Kaleb Pineda said.

A tattoo Gonzalez had on his leg--which read "Refuse to Sink"--was written on the shirts worn by his closest friends during the vigil. They said they called themselves the "Red Rangers."

"It’s like a family group, I guess we could call it. Like our brotherhood,” Pineda said.

Gonzalez was not with the Red Rangers at the time of his death. He hitched a ride to the Grand Canyon with other friends on their way back to college late January.

Pineda said while getting a closer look, Gonzalez slipped off the edge, falling 400-feet to his death.

“So many memories that I will never forget. We had so many plans,” said his girlfriend, Vanessa.

The 18-year-old's cross country coach Chris Brewster said he something in the teenager that perhaps others did not.

"I watched the laughs and the jokes turn into determination that I don't know that he knew was there,” Brewster said.

Friends said Gonzalez' good nature touched the hearts of many who crossed his path.



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Three Potential Fixes to the Travel Ban Order: Analysis

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President Donald Trump confirmed Friday that he and his staff are planning to issue a new executive order on immigration after an appeals court refused to reinstate his controversial executive order banning nationals from seven predominantly Muslim countries from entering the U.S.

As NBC News reports, there appear to be three ways the White House could tweak the order so as to eliminate some of the challengers' arguments while maintaining the thrust of the policy. 

Could a new executive order tackle all the open legal issues and end the legal challenges? The big question may be whether the White House will decide to refine the order as it continues to wage a defense in court.



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More Patriots Stars Boycott Visit to Trump White House

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Six New England Patriots players have a message for the Trump White House: We're just not that into you, NBC News reported.

Since the team won an historic fifth Super Bowl with a stunning come-from-behind victory over the Atlanta Falcons in overtime on February 5th, a growing number of players on the team have told the press that they would turn down an invite to commemorate their victory at the White House.

On Thursday, running back LeGarrette Blount and defensive lineman Alan Branch said during separate interviews they would not make the trip. Defensive end Chris Long tweeted the same.

Martellus Bennett, Devin McCourty and Dont’a Hightower had previously said they would not attend.

And while some have not explicitly cited President Donald Trump and his policies as the reason — some have — and the number of players planning to boycott a future photo-op is unprecedented compared to years past.



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Things to Do This Weekend: Feb. 9-12

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Welcome to your weekend, San Diego! Art, music and basketball are beckoning -- plus some sweet ways to celebrate Valentine's Day with your other half. Get out there and enjoy everything our city has to offer.

Thursday, Feb. 9

Lunar New Year Celebration
3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Prescott Promenade in El Cajon
Cultural performances, food, and live music are all part of the Downtown El Cajon Famers Market’s Lunar New Year Celebration. The event kicks off at Prescott Promenade Park at 3 p.m. Admission is free.

Impressions: African American Artists and their connection to African Art
4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., San Diego Mesa College Art Gallery
San Diego Mesa College unveils the new gallery, “Impressions: African American Artists and their connection to African Art,” on Thursday with a reception set from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the school’s Art Gallery and Courtyard. The gallery, on display through March 1, features artwork from Andrea Chung, Kenyatta A.C. Hinkle and Robert Pruitt.

James Van Praagh Book Signing
6 p.m., Soulscape Gift and Book Store
New York Times best-selling author James Van Praagh will visit the Soulscape Gift and Book Store Thursday to sign books for fans. Praagh has authored a number of spiritual books including New York Times best-seller, “Talking to Heaven.” This book signing event is free.

Artist Talk: Animalia / A Group Show
6:30 p.m., Sparks Gallery
Downtown San Diego’s Sparks Gallery will host the group show, “Animalia,” starting Feb. 9. That evening, artists Marissa Quinn, Lee Sie, Barbara Stanley and Lee Selman will all be on-hand to discuss their artwork. Refreshments will be served at 6:30 p.m.; the reception starts 15 minutes later.

Circus Vargas: Steam Cirque
7 p.m., Mission Bay Park
In Del Mar for the past few weekends, Circus Vargas now makes its way to Mission Bay Park for the next 11 days, bringing under its big top its newest show, “Steam Cirque,” inspired by the worlds of steampunk and science-fiction. Opening Night at the Mission Bay Park location is Thursday; tickets range from $22 to $72; Arrive 45 minutes before show time and the kids can partake in an interactive pre-show where they can practice hands-on circus skills like juggling and balancing alongside the pros. “Steam Cirque” will stay at this location through Feb. 13 before heading to National City.

Taco Flights
7 p.m. to 9 p.m., The Blind Burro
The Blind Burro brings back its “Taco Flights” showdown this month: a battle between two of San Diego’s top chefs showcasing their best taco creations. The tasty event features two new chefs every Thursday night. Up this week: Chef Kevin Templeton of Barleymash, versus Chef Arnold Brown of Harvest. The final championship is on Feb. 23. Patrons can order from the Taco Flights Menu, which includes a Taco Flight Plate for $9 and drink specials like the $7 Espolon Cadillac Margarita, to name a few items. 

Complexions Contemporary Ballet
7:30 p.m., California Center for the Arts Escondido
Complexion Contemporary Ballet brings an exciting flare to the California Center for the Arts Escondido. The group uses styles ranging from ballet to hip-hop and is also frequently featured on the TV dance competition, “So You Think You Can Dance?” This performance includes a tribute to legendary musician, Stevie Wonder.

Friday, Feb. 10

Hard Cider & Sweetheart Chocolates
Feb. 10 at 6:30 p.m., Sweet Petite Confections
This one-hour class at Sweet Petite Confections will teach the art of pairing hard ciders from Julian Ciderworks (made with apples grown in Julian) with chocolates. The 21+ class is $30 per person; make reservations by calling (858) 688-0210 or via email at hello@sweetpetiteconfections.com. This could be a nice pre-Valentine’s Day outing. For other romantic, local activities to ring in the holiday, check out this guide.

Harlem Globetrotters
7 p.m., Valley View Casino Center
Catch from comedic, high-flying basketball action when the Harlem Globetrotters play at the Valley View Casino Center. Fans of all ages are invited to the group’s 2017 World Tour. The Globetrotters will also be at the Valley View Casino Center on Feb. 17. Tickets start at $23.50.

Branford Marsalis Quartet
8 p.m., Balboa Theatre
Join the Branford Marsalis Quartet and guest-vocalist Kurt Elling for a jazz collaboration at the Balboa Theatre. Tickets start at $25.

Disney’s Freaky Friday The Musical
8 p.m., La Jolla Playhouse
Don’t miss the West Coast premiere of Disney’s "Freaky Friday”, based on the hit Disney movie. With a book by Bridget Carpenter ("Parenthood", "Friday Night Lights") and music by Tom Kitt ("Next to Normal", "If/Then") and lyrics by Brian Yorkey ("Next to Normal", "If/Then"), recipients of multiple Tony Awards and a Pulitzer Prize, the show promises to be a delightful and polished production with two close friends playing the lead mother-daughter duo. It runs through March 12. You can buy tickets here.

Free or Cheap Things to Do in San Diego
Times and locations vary

Is your wallet hurting from the holidays? In San Diego, there are still plenty of activities to enjoy for free or on the cheap. Go for a hike at Torrey Pines State Park or Cowles Mountain, stroll Balboa Park, try a new craft brewery, admire the murals of Chicano Park or read a book at a downtown park. Get out there and explore America’s Finest City.

Saturday, Feb. 11

Celebrate San Diego Rally
10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Petco Park
Sure, the Chargers are gone, but there are still plenty of great San Diego sports teams to cheer on. Local sports fans are invited to unite Saturday at Petco Park for the Celebrate San Diego Rally with teams who still San Diego home: the Padres; the Gulls; the Sockers; San Diego State University Aztecs; University of San Diego Toreros; University of California, San Diego Tritons. The event is in collaboration with the City of San Diego, and local leaders including SDPD Chief Shelley Zimmerman are expected to be there, as well as some local athletes. The celebration includes live music, games, a kids zone, photo booths, a chance to pose for pictures with team mascots and more. The rally officially begins at 1 p.m. And, get this: fans who bring one piece of their old Chargers clothing or Chargers hat to the event can exchange that gear for a $25 credit at the Padres Majestic Team Store, valid through May 4. The Padres will distribute the Chargers gear donations to charities that support neighbors in need.

Gluten Free & Allergen Friendly Expo
10 a.m., Del Mar Fairgrounds
Learn more about living a gluten-free or allergen-free lifestyle at this large expo. The event features hundreds of products as well as meet-and-greets with local and national brands and speakers. All products at the expo are gluten-free, and many are free of the top eight allergens – and there is also a section completely nut-free! Tickets, which start at $5, features entry to the vendor area featuring more than 100 booths as well as coupons, samples, classes and more.

Cupid’s Cleanup
Feb. 11 at 10 a.m., Bay City Brewing Co.
Show your love for San Diego by joining this “Cupid’s Cleanup” hosted by I Love a Clean San Diego, in which volunteers will join forces to remove litter and debris from the neighborhood surrounding Bay City Brewing Co. Afterwards, grab your sweetheart and head to the brewery for a cold beer; volunteers will get 50 percent off their tab. Bay City Brewing Co. also plans to host a Hawaiian food truck Ilnlyfoods on-site, so you can grab lunch, too.

Make Sweets With Your Sweetheart Class
12:30 p.m., Sweet Petite Confections
This two-and-a-half hour class led by chocolatier Michelle Lomelin will teach students how to make sweet treats. Participants will fill chocolate molds with champagne caramel and serrano chili ganache, to name a couple of flavors, and will use ingredients like raspberries, strawberries and candied bacon to personalize their own chocolate bark. Each student will leave with about 1.5 pounds of chocolate. The class is $40 per person – or per parent-child team, in case you want to treat your kiddo to this sweet activity. Reservations are required; call (858) 688-0210.

Sweetheart Sail
11:30 a.m., San Salvador at San Diego Maritime Museum
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your loved ones by setting sail on San Diego Bay aboard the Maritime Museum’s historic replica ship, San Salvador. The Sweetheart Sail is a scenic, three-hour adventure that will focus on the bay, marine wildlife and local attractions. Those on board will enjoy the sights, plus champagne, treats and a special souvenir. Check-in and boarding is from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; the ship returns at 3 p.m. Tickets cost $70 for adults and $48 for children ages 3 to 12. Kids 2 and under get in free with a paying adult. The San Salvador, by the way, is a replica galleon that arrived at the port on Sept. 28, 1542, under the helm of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo.

Picasso At The Lapin Agile
2 p.m. or 7 p.m., The Old Globe
Don't miss the third piece in comedian and playwright Steve Martin's collaboration with San Diego's iconic Old Globe Theatre. The play, written by Martin and directed by Barry Edelstein, opens on The Lapin Agile in Paris 1904, where struggling artists (Pablo Picasso, for one) and one-day geniuses (picture: young Albert Einstein) come together for an extraordinary, witty night. The show runs from Feb. 4 to March 12. If you’re looking for other theater shows in San Diego this year, check out this roundup of new and upcoming local productions. http://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/San-Diego-Theater-Look-Ahead-2017-409420495.html

Aphrodisiac Sunset Reception
4 p.m., L’Auberge Del Mar Hotel
Start off your Valentine’s Day weekend with chocolates, wine tastings and a bar designed to ignite the taste buds…and passion. The chocolate and wine sunset terrace option costs $25 per person, and the raw bar (from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.) in the living room is a la carte.

La Jolla Symphony and Chorus: Sinfonia
7:30 p.m., Mandeville Auditorium at UCSD
Hear the 1969 Sinfonia by 44-year-old Luciano Berio performed by Kallisti (a vocal octet), under the artistic direction of Susan Narucki. Also on the program are Gioachino Rossini’s ‘The Barber of Seville’ overture and Ludwig van Bethoven’s Violin Concerto. David Bowlin is a guest violinist. Tickets start at $15.

9 to 5:The Musical
8 p.m., Spreckels Theater
“9 to 5” is the hilarious musical adaptation of the 1980 film of the same name (which starred the trio of Jane Honda, Lily Tomlin and Dolly Parton). The jubilant musical follows three female co-workers who are pushed to the brink with their sexist and egotistical boss. The country music musical features songs from legendary composer, lyricist and the original film’s star, Dolly Parton. Tickets start at $32.

The Classical Style at the San Diego Symphony
8 p.m., Copley Symphony Hall
Musicians from the San Diego Symphony take the stage for this Saturday concert, which explores the meaning of “The Classical Style” – interpreted by three different composers. Hear music from Franz Joseph Haydn (circa 1792), Serge Prokofiev and Bela Bartok. The concert is led by gifted 27-year-old prodigy Lahav Shani.

Art Laboe’s Valentine’s Super Love Jam
7:30 p.m., Valley View Casino Center
Boogie with your babe (or your pals) at the Magic 92.5FM concert, Art Laboe’s Valentine’s Day Love Jam. The show features this long lineup of old school acts: S.O.S. Band; Ready for the World; Blue Magic; Debra & Ronnie Laws; The Floaters; One Way; Force MD’s; The Deele; Timmy T. Tickets start at $36.50 per person.

Sunday, Feb. 12

Coronado Valentine’s Day Run
7 a.m., Tidelands Park
What better way to start your Valentine’s Day then a run through Coronado? The 7th annual event features a one mile run, 5K or 10K. After the race, hang around for a post-race party. Participants get a t-shirt, finisher’s medal and local discounts throughout Coronado. Registration prices vary depending on the race.

Farm-to-Picnic Blanket Valentine’s Couple’s Cooking Class
10 a.m., Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center in National City
Treat your loved one to a special culinary experience this Valentine’s Day weekend. At Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center in National City, Chef Christina Ng – of Chinita’s Pies – will teach couples how to make tasty seasonal dishes with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Then, eat what you’ve made picnic-style in the garden outside. There are four class times available throughout the day, starting at 10 a.m. Tickets cost $45.

Yoga + Beer
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Second Chance Beer Company
Second Chance Beer Company (15378 Avenue of Science, #222) will host a heart-opening yoga session Sunday for yogis of all levels. Enjoy a craft brew afterwards and an India Hicks pop-up shop at the brewery from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Salk Science and Music Series
4 p.m., Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Come see the merge of music and science at the Salk Institute this weekend. One of China’s most celebrated artists, Chen, will play for the first time in San Diego; she will be performing preludes from Claude Debussy and Franz Liszt’s Sonata in B minor. Additionally, Salk neurobiologist Greg Lemke will give a talk. The Salk Science and Music Series merges music and science in a beautiful mix. Tickets start at $55 for individual performances, or $275 for the full series. Proceeds support the institute’s research.

Bubbles, Chocolate & Cheese
Feb. 12 at 6 p.m., Venissimo Cheese
Snack your way through the tastiest trinity – cheese, chocolate and champagne – with this romantic pairing class on Feb. 12 at Venissimo Cheese at The Headquarters at Seaport. Couples will learn which sweet treats and fabulous fromages pair best with bubbly in a cute, intimate setting. This class is $60 per person; make reservations ahead of time, as space is limited. 

San Diego Gulls vs. Bakersfield Condors
7 p.m., Valley View Casino Center
The San Diego Gulls take on the Bakersfield Condors at the Valley View Casino Center this week. Tickets start at $19 per person. 



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Saturday Brings Showers to San Diego

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San Diegans awakened to a gloomy, rainy Saturday with showers across the county.

NBC 7 weather anchor Liberty Zabala said sprinkles trickled in early to kick off the weekend, and the chance of showers remains through the afternoon.

“Keep that umbrella handy,” she added.

Zabala said the coast will see an 80 percent chance of rain throughout Saturday, with temperatures in the low 60s. The same conditions are expected for San Diego’s valleys. In the mountains, fog is in the forecast, plus wind up to 40 mph and a 90 percent chance of shower with temperatures in the upper 40s. In the deserts, expect clouds to linger, with a 30 percent chance of showers.

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued two advisories for this weekend: a high surf advisory, in effect through 8 p.m. Saturday, and a wind advisory in effect from 4 a.m. Sunday until 10 a.m. Monday.

The high surf advisory is expected to bring waves and surf between 5 to 7 feet, with the highest surf rolling in just south of Carlsbad. Zabala said the conditions will make it too dangerous to swim in the ocean, as strong rip currents are expected.

As for the wind advisory, the NWS said parts of the county – primarily the coastal foothills and the Cajon Pass – could experience north to northeast winds 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph. The winds will likely gain strength late Saturday, with the strongest gusts sweeping in Sunday morning. Drivers should use extra caution in these conditions, and keep their eyes peeled for trees or power lines possibly toppled by the winds.

For weather updates from NBC 7 throughout the weekend, click here.



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Outage Leaves 900+ Without Power in Beach Communities

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More than 900 customers were left without power Saturday morning when an unplanned outage struck parts of some beachside communities.

San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) said the power outage was reported around 9:20 a.m., impacting some residents in Mission Bay and Pacific Beach. Approximately 931 customers were without electricity.

SDG&E hoped to have power fully restored by 12 p.m. The cause of the outage is being assessed.

No other information was available.



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Rain or Shine: Padres Host Celebrate San Diego Rally

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Rain or shine, San Diego sports teams gathered at Petco Park Saturday to celebrate America's Finest City and the teams and fans that still call it home.

With the Chargers long gone, the San Diego Padres organized the "Celebrate San Diego Rally" Saturday. The gates at Petco Park opened at 10 a.m.; the rally was planned from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Although locals awakened to showers and gloomy skies Saturday, organizers at Petco Park confirmed the celebration was still on -- rain or shine.

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The Padres posted a short video of crews setting up the party bright and early:

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The event was hosted by the Padres, with help from elected officials, community leaders and other local sports organizations and colleges to give San Diego sports fans a chance celebrate the teams that still call San Diego home.

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Joining the Padres for the rally were the San Diego Gulls, San Diego Sockers, San Diego State Aztecs, University of San Diego Toreros, Cal State University of San Marcos, and the University of California San Diego Tritons.

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The free public event featured special appearances by athletes and leaders who call America's Finest City home, including Padres Hall of Famers Trevor Hoffman and Randy Jones, Padres Manager Andy Green, former Chargers Nick Hardwick and Rolf Benirschke, San Diego Gulls Head Coach Dallas Eakins, San Diego Police Department Chief Shelley Zimmerman, and many more.

"Those of us fortunate enough to call San Diego home know exactly how special this city is," said Padres Executive Chairman Ron Fowler. "We are proud to join forces with so many local leaders in a celebration of our community on February 11."

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"It’s a chance for the community to come out and celebrate with our sports legends and celebrate all the greatness that San Diego has to offer," Padres Senior Vice President of Marketing Wayne Portello told NBC 7.

Fans who attended the rally also had a chance to score sweet swag, including a free Padres hat. Fans could also bring their old Chargers gear and trade it in for a $25 vouchers to the Padres Team Store.

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The party at Petco Park also included live music, games, a kids zone, photo booths, a chance to pose for pictures with team mascots and more.

The Park at the Park's whiffle ball field was also open for playing, and the Padres Hall of Fame also opened so fans could brush up on some Friars facts and history.


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Yale to Rename College That Honors Slave Owner

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Yale University has announced it will rename Calhoun College to honor Yale graduate and computer science revolutionary Grace Murray Hopper, according to a press release from the school on Saturday.

Students and community activists have been calling on the university to change the name of the building, which is an undergraduate residential college, because John C. Calhoun, who the building is named for, was a supporter of slavery.

University President Peter Salovey and the board of trustees voted to change the name at their most recent meeting.

"The decision to change a college’s name is not one we take lightly, but John C. Calhoun’s legacy as a white supremacist and a national leader who passionately promoted slavery as a ‘positive good’ fundamentally conflicts with Yale’s mission and values,” Salovey said in Saturday’s press release announcing the news.

Back in April, Salovey responded to controversy and protest surrounding the school’s name and announced it would not be changed, in an effort to “to confront, teach and learn from the history of slavery in the United States.”

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However, the debate continued and in August the university created a committee to establish principles on renaming. Another group was tasked with applying what the first committee came up with to Calhoun College. Their reports are available here.

Students who oppose keeping the name of the school have launched protests, and a university employee in 2016 smashed a stained glass window that depicted slaves in the Calhoun College dining hall. He was charged, but those charges were later dropped and Yale rehired the employee in a new role. 

Grace Murray Hopper attended Yale in the 1930s and received a master’s degree in mathematics (1930) and a Ph.D. in mathematics and mathematical physics (1934).

Much of her work was in computer science and she was considered a trailblazer in the field. In 1952 she and her team created the first computer language “compiler,” which made it possible to write programs for multiple machines. She was also a leader in development of word-based computer languages and worked to make computers more accessible. She was honored with a Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016.

Hopper was a naval reservist for 20 years and retired as a rear admiral at 79, making her the oldest serving officer in the U.S. armed forces at the time. She also taught at Vassar College.

Students and activists celebrated the rebranding as a major victory.

“People are happy with this name. A woman who really did a lot for women in the United States,” said John Lugo of the Change the Name Coalition.



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Opposition to Trump, HB2 Beef Up 'Moral March on Raleigh'

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A massive crowd attended Saturday's annual civil rights rally in North Carolina's capital, beefed up by protesters energized in opposition to President Donald Trump and to a state law limiting LGBT rights and which public bathrooms transgender people can use.

Organizers of the "Moral March on Raleigh," led by the state chapter of the NAACP, has largely focused on state government during its 11 years of existence, more recently against the conservative-leaning agenda Republicans have implemented.

Saturday, however, had a more national emphasis, particularly with the arrival of Trump in the White House. Speakers at the end of the downtown march near the old Capitol Building lamented Trump's support to repeal President Barack Obama's signature health care overhaul and Trump's hard-line stance on immigration.

Trump last month signed an executive order that barred anyone from seven Muslim-majority countries for 90 days. Although a federal court has blocked its enforcement, marchers kept the issue front and center by chanting "No hate, no fear, refugees are welcome here."

"I think it's a shame," said Laurence Brunet, 30, a Canadian researcher living in Carrboro for just over a year. "Any country is so stronger if we just accept everyone."

The surface area that the crowd covered neared the march's previous peak from 2014. Event organizers predicted 20,000 people in their march permit application with the city. Raleigh police don't provide crowd estimates.

"People cannot stand the things that Trump supports and are appalled and I think that's the big driving force," said protester Dan Zachary, 54, of Chapel Hill, while also holding a sign urging the repeal of the state law known as House Bill 2. "It's unsustainable. It's unfair to human beings."

The Republican-led General Assembly and then-GOP Gov. Pat McCrory approved HB2 last March in response to the approval of a Charlotte city ordinance expanding non-discrimination protections. HB2 canceled that ordinance and prevented other local governments from approving similar protections.

While North Carolina's economy continues to improve after the Great Recession, the national fallout over the law has damaged the state's brand and caused some companies not to expand in the state. A repeal agreement fell apart in December amid partisan acrimony.

Sarah Williamson, attending the rally with others from North Carolina State University's Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Center, said delays in HB2's repeal are "definitely upsetting" and are hurting transgender people.

"There's a lot of stuff going on that is really not fair to a lot of people," said Williamson, 20, an N.C. State student who identifies herself as queer.

The Rev. William Barber, state NAACP president and the driving force behind the rally, portrayed Trump's election as a right-wing response to recent expansions of equality and justice. Barber used the biblical story of three Hebrew children who refused to bow down to a king at the risk of being thrown into a furnace to urge the crowd to stay strong.

"Bowing down and standing down is not an option," Barber said. He announced local marches at the offices of North Carolina's congressional delegation later this month and a lobbying day at the Legislative Building in March.

State Republican Party Executive Director Dallas Woodhouse said the agenda supported by the march organizers would create "bigger and more expansive government, higher taxes and fewer jobs in North Carolina" and "does not represent the agenda of most North Carolinians."

Republicans have performed well in state elections since 2010, but Barber said the movement made strides in 2016 with Democratic Roy Cooper's victory over McCrory and the election of a black judge to the state Supreme Court.

A rally speaker announced the crowd exceeded the totals in 2014, when people took up three blocks of Fayetteville Street. Saturday's crowd filled much of the third block as the final marchers arrived.



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Padres, Local Teams Rally to Celebrate San Diego

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The San Diego Padres, along with other local sports teams and city leaders, held a rally at Petco Park on Feb. 11, 2017, to celebrate the sports teams and fans who still call San Diego home

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Homicide Detectives Investigate Triple Shooting in Skyline

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Three people were found shot in a home in Skyline Saturday afternoon, San Diego police confirm.

The shooting happened around 4:30 p.m., and the house is located at Armacost road and Woodrow Avenue.

There is no word on the conditions of the victims.

The scene is still active and detectives are investigating.

Police have no suspect or motive at this time.

No other information was available.

Check back for updates on this breaking news.

Owner Pleads Guilty to Illegally Supplying Butane for Hash Oil

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The owner of a Los Angeles-based butane supply company pleaded guilty in a San Diego court Thursday to selling drug paraphernalia after admitting his company illegally sold thousands of butane canisters to smoke shops, knowing some of the butane would be used to illegally manufacture hash oil.

Bosco Kwon, 53, agreed to pay $1,026,614 and forfeit 94,152 canisters of butane. His company, BK Power Imports, Inc., was the nation’s largest supplier of butane specifically designed for use in making hash oil.

In his plea agreement, Kwon admitted the manufacture of hash oil poses a significant risk of fires and explosions.

Kwon’s company sold butane illegally to wholesalers and retailers in San Diego County and throughout the United States and imported more than 350,000 canisters of butane into the country each month, according to the plea agreement.

During the manufacture of hash oil, a marijuana concentrate, butane, which is an odorless, colorless and highly flammable gas, can evaporate out of the substance, collect onto the floor and accumulate to explosive levels without proper ventilation.

“Whatever one believes about marijuana use, the manufacture of hash oil is an extremely dangerous process and puts lives in danger,” said U.S. Attorney Alana Robinson. “We will do everything we can to safeguard the public.”

Since 2011, 4 deaths and 29 serious injuries in California, Oregon, Nevada and Washington have been attributed to the manufacture of hash oil using Power butane. It has also caused 54 fires.

BK Power Imports and Kown were sued in 2015 because of a fire and explosion that occurred when two people were making hash oil using power butane. One on the people died the other suffered third-degree and full-thickness burns over 40 percent of his body that kept him in an intensive care unit for nearly two months.

“Hash oil manufactured with butane gas has led to an alarming number of explosions and fires in recent years,” said Dave Shaw, special agent in charge for Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) San Diego. “HSI is committed to targeting the supply chains where butane gas is sold on the black market for use in hash oil labs. By going after the supply chains and the illicit proceeds, we are able to dismantle the distribution networks, which is a critical step toward shutting down a dangerous epidemic that has put the public’s safety in harm’s way for too long.”

Sentencing is scheduled for April 28, 2017 before U.S. District Judge Janis L. Sammartino.

Eater SD: Huge Restaurant Openings in Encinitas, Gaslamp

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Encinitas will soon welcome a heavy-hitter to its dining scene, and downtown San Diego is prepping to do the same. Eater San Diego shares the latest top stories from our local food and drink scene, including an inside look at The Crack Shack in Encinitas, plus the Pendry hotel’s Lionfish restaurant.

The Crack Shack Hatches New Location in Encinitas
Opening Monday is The Crack Shack's first North County roost. The very successful chicken and egg concept from celebrity chef Richard Blais expands from Little Italy into an open-air Encinitas space complete with a kid-friendly play area and craft beer and cocktails for adults. 

Look Inside Pendry San Diego's Signature Restaurant, Lionfish
New luxury hotel Pendry San Diego landed in the Gaslamp this week and Eater scooped up some preview photos of the hotel’s chef-driven restaurant, Lionfish, where the striking design is the setting for a menu of modern coastal cuisine featuring seasonal seafood and meat-centric plates. 

Peek Into Provisional: Pendry San Diego's All-Day Eatery
A chef-alum of Cowboy Star is at the helm of Pendry San Diego's stylish all-day eatery, which officially opens this weekend. Provisional combines a coffee bar and café with a sit-down restaurant serving a sophisticated menu for lunch, dinner and brunch.

North County's Lofty Coffee Co. Lands in Little Italy
The popular local coffee roaster, which operates three locations in North County, has ventured to Little Italy to open a new coffee bar and café. The indoor/outdoor space has plenty of seating and an all-day menu that ranges from breakfast and salads to paninis and house-baked pastries. 

Bottlecraft Expands Bottle Shop & Tasting Room to Solana Beach
With existing locations in Little Italy, North Park and Liberty Station, Bottlecraft will soon add a North County shop and tasting room when it opens in Solana Beach next month. It will feature 20 rotating taps of craft beer in addition to a large retail selection of bottles and food.



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