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California suspends Cruise driverless vehicles in San Francisco

The DMV said Cruise cars pose an "unreasonable risk to public safety."

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El Niño may bring extreme weather to West Coast, models suggest

Here's what that could look like, based on what region you're in.

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California rolls out pilot for digital driver's license program

The pilot program, currently authorized in limited capacities, aims to speed up ID checks in a quick and secure manner.

California schools now offer girls' flag football

It's the latest state to officially add the sport to its athletics programs.

Temecula wineries worth visiting for tastings and tours

Southern California's wine country is about an hour from San Diego.

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With Southern California&#x27;s wine country about an hour away from San Diego, Temecula is a great place for a fun day trip with friends or for visitors in from out of town.What&#x27;s happening: There are nearly 50 wineries to taste locally made wines, learn more about the process on a tour and sip a glass or share a bottle while taking in mountain views and sunsets over vineyards.

Views of a vineyard and valley at a winery in Southern California at sunset.

Brunch any day of the week with Madi in San Diego

It's a perfect spot to go with a group of girlfriends or on a cute morning date.

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You can brunch daily in San Diego at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Madi" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/brunchlikemadi/" data-vars-content-id="fc4c22bd-adb3-4f0c-b772-1d83800e8dd2" data-vars-headline="Brunch any day of the week with Madi in San Diego" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/brunchlikemadi/" target="_blank">Madi</a>, a delightful cafe that gives retro &#x27;70s vibes with a modern twist. What&#x27;s happening: It&#x27;s a perfect spot to go with a group of girlfriends or on a cute morning date on Adams Avenue in Normal Hieghts.

A table with pankcakes, a breakfast sandwich and potatoes and two brightly-colored cocktails. 

Weekend things to do in San Diego | Nov. 17-19

You can't stop the holiday season from starting earlier every year, might as well enjoy it.

We know it&#x27;s not even Thanksgiving yet, but the holiday season is making its grand entrance this weekend with events across San Diego.Here&#x27;s what&#x27;s happening:

Get a taste of this famous Seattle bakery in San Diego

Piroshky Piroshky's Russian pastries are a favorite at Pike Place Market.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Piroshky Piroshky" data-vars-click-url="https://piroshkybakery.com/" data-vars-content-id="328a9fd6-222d-4794-920e-e88170b3cebe" data-vars-headline="Get a taste of this famous Seattle bakery in San Diego" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://piroshkybakery.com/" target="_blank">Piroshky Piroshky</a>, a famous Seattle bakery, is delivering sweet and savory hand-crafted Eastern European pastries to San Diego this holiday season.Driving the news: The iconic bakery in Pike Place Market is popping up next month on its anniversary tour of the U.S.

Annual showing of "The Last Waltz" is back at the Belly Up

San Diego's Chest Fever is recreating the iconic concert, but with help from top local musicians.

Sure, &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Planes, Trains and Automobiles" data-vars-click-url="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093748/" data-vars-content-id="f8e75992-f86f-485a-94a4-402383ea4460" data-vars-headline="Annual showing of &quot;The Last Waltz&quot; is back at the Belly Up" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093748/" target="_blank">Planes, Trains and Automobiles</a>&quot; is a classic, but the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="best Thanksgiving movie" data-vars-click-url="https://uproxx.com/movies/the-last-waltz-the-band-best-thanksgiving-movie/" data-vars-content-id="f8e75992-f86f-485a-94a4-402383ea4460" data-vars-headline="Annual showing of &quot;The Last Waltz&quot; is back at the Belly Up" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://uproxx.com/movies/the-last-waltz-the-band-best-thanksgiving-movie/" target="_blank">best Thanksgiving movie</a> is &quot;The Last Waltz&quot; — the Martin Scorsese documentary of The Band&#x27;s final concert.Driving the news: Chest Fever, a San Diego-based The Band cover group, is back for its annual &quot;The Last Waltz&quot; show.

Cool coffee shops to work from around San Diego

There are coffee shops with good vibes and natural light all around San Diego, these are some of our favorites.

If you work remotely like us, you need to get out of the house and having a go-to spot helps.There are so many coffee shops with good vibes and natural light around San Diego, but some welcome laptops and video calls — while others don’t have Wi-Fi.

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Where to trot off your turkey in San Diego this Thanksgiving

Fun runs all over the county so you can clear your plate with a clear conscience.

It&#x27;s a lot easier to indulge in the full Thanksgiving spread after knocking out a run.Driving the news: Turkey trot 5ks across the county are here to clear your conscience, build community and raise some money for worthwhile causes.

San Diego says goodbye to the pandas (again)

Pandas are again leaving a U.S. zoo to head home to China.

Washington, D.C. said goodbye to its beloved pandas — and San Diego feel their pain.Driving the news: The National Zoo&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="giant pandas" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2023/09/06/national-zoo-pandas-party" data-vars-content-id="0ff5244a-b314-4faa-9c27-e09e4849affb" data-vars-headline="San Diego says goodbye to the pandas (again)" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2023/09/06/national-zoo-pandas-party" target="_self">giant pandas</a> started their 19-hour <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="journey back to China" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/11/08/giant-pandas-national-zoo-return-china-flight?utm_source=newsletter&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=sendto_localnewslettertest&amp;stream=top" data-vars-content-id="0ff5244a-b314-4faa-9c27-e09e4849affb" data-vars-headline="San Diego says goodbye to the pandas (again)" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/11/08/giant-pandas-national-zoo-return-china-flight?utm_source=newsletter&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=sendto_localnewslettertest&amp;stream=top" target="_self">journey back to China</a> on Wednesday, marking the end of an extended 10-year lease agreement with the Chinese government.

Weekend things to do in San Diego | Nov. 10-12

A jam-packed veterans benefit concert, a novel art exhibit and the Gulls are in town.

Here&#x27;s a quick rundown of weekend activities in San Diego you could add to your free-time schedule:

Our favorite places to watch San Diego sunsets

For stunning views at golden hour, check out these spots to watch the sun sink into the Pacific Ocean.

There is no bad place to watch a sunset in San Diego. Sometimes you want the views while out for an evening walk with your dog, or golden hour might call for a picnic or a relaxing glass of wine.Here are some of our favorite spots to post up and watch the sun sink into the Pacific Ocean.

The orange glow of a sunset breaks through the clouds over the Pacific Ocean as surfers sit idly and waves crash into the shore.

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