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Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Thursday, August 7, 2025. We are waking up to a relentless heat wave gripping much of San Diego County, with temperatures today soaring well above average. Inland spots, especially in places like Ramona and Escondido, are expected to hit the upper 90s and low 100s, while our deserts could see highs from 114 up to nearly 120 degrees. A heat advisory is in effect for much of the county until tomorrow night, and an extreme heat warning applies to our desert communities. Fire crews are on high alert again after a rash of small brush fires this week, including a three-acre burn near State Route 79 and Inspiration Point in Julian. Fortunately, all were contained quickly, but with breezy winds and very low humidity in the mountains and deserts today, the risk remains high. If you are planning outdoor activities, remember to stay hydrated, limit strenuous exercise, and check on elderly neighbors and pets.

On the roads, traffic is already a challenge on the 805 this morning, with a multi-car crash at Imperial Avenue causing significant delays. Drive times from North County are running 10 to 30 minutes longer than usual. The 5 and the 15 are moving smoothly, but if you can, consider alternate routes to avoid congestion.

Turning to city hall, the city council is expected to review a proposal to expand cooling centers across more neighborhoods, focusing on libraries and community centers to ensure residents have relief from the heat. There's been a push to evaluate long-term upgrades for community facilities, a move prompted in part by this record-breaking summer.

Now, to a sad update downtown. The suspect in Sunday’s fatal shooting inside a bar at Sixth and G is now in custody and appeared before a judge yesterday. Thirty-seven-year-old Brian Tyner has pleaded not guilty to the charge, accused of killing 46-year-old Antoine Blumenthal, a new father from Vista. Witnesses at the scene detained Tyner until police arrived and recovered a handgun. This comes just days after an unrelated court hearing, where an unlicensed driver pleaded guilty to murder in the case of a 2023 police chase crash near the 805 in Mountain View that took the lives of two young boys. Sentencing is set for next month.

On the business front, the San Diego region is welcoming several new restaurant and retail openings downtown and along Convoy Street this week, part of an ongoing revitalization. Meanwhile, the job market sees tech and green energy postings leading summer hiring, with more than 1,200 openings countywide.

Culturally, there’s excitement tonight for the debut of “Lowrider Legends” on KPBS, celebrating San Diego’s deep connection to the lowrider art form. Music lovers can look forward to this weekend’s Ocean Beach Street Fair, featuring local bands and food trucks all along Newport Avenue. Meanwhile, Del Mar racetrack continues its big summer season, drawing crowds and keeping local tourism strong.

In education news, schools are gearing up for the new year, with some local districts proudly reporting upgrades to their HVAC systems, helping to keep classrooms cool despite this summer’s heat. Our high school baseball teams saw a strong finish to their summer league, with La Jolla High clinching a district win.

Before we go, a feel-good story from Escondido, where neighbors rallied to support an injured puppy found near Grand Avenue after last week’s fireworks. Local veterinary clinics stepped in, the pup is recovering, and a neighborhood family has offered a forever home.

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