Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in San Diego. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Wednesday, July 2nd. You'll be interested
to know. 61 years ago today, in 1964, President
Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act
into law, a landmark piece of legislation that
outlawed discrimination based on race, color,
religion, sex, or national origin. This pivotal
act marked a significant victory for the American
Civil Rights Movement, ending segregation in
public places and banning employment discrimination.
It stands as a testament to the nation's commitment
to equality and justice for all its citizens.
So now you know. And now, it's time for the Surf
Report. Wednesday at Tourmaline and South San
Diego. It's looking choppy this morning with
need of thigh -high sets rolling in. Weights
hold around 1 to 2 feet throughout the morning,
providing choppy conditions. Expect the winds
to remain onshore at 8 to 12 mph, which will
keep the surface a bit bumpy as the day progresses.
Best time to ride is at 6 a .m. with a 2 -foot
outgoing low tide when the west -northwest swell
is 1 .5 feet at 10 seconds. and the onshore wind
is 7 mph. The first low tide Wednesday will be
1 1⁄2 foot just before 9 a .m., with a 4 1⁄2
foot high tide at 415. The nearshore GUI at Mission
Bay West reads 69 degrees for the water temperature.
Thursday through Saturday features a mix of conditions,
starting with fair, meet a thigh -high waves
on Thursday. transitioning to semi -choppy in
the afternoon. Friday brings clean, stomach -to
-shoulder -high surf in the morning, shifting
to fair in the afternoon. Saturday continues
with fair conditions, peaking at chest to shoulder
-high waves, but becomes choppy later. Ideal
for experienced surfers. This morning, it's mostly
cloudy, and it feels like 68 degrees with no
wind. The sunset will take place at 8 .04 and
it will rise again tomorrow at 5 .45. It looks
like we're in for some partly sunny skies today,
warming up to a high near 74 with a light west
breeze. Tonight, expect mostly cloudy conditions
with a low around 62 and calm winds. Looking
ahead in the weather. Expect partly sunny skies
on Thursday with a high near 71. Independence
Day will be mostly sunny and warmer, reaching
up to 74. The nights will be mostly cloudy with
lows around 63. Saturday and Sunday will also
be mostly sunny, both hitting 76. Bonjour, food
enthusiasts! This podcast is brought to you by
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to tell them. Sunny mornings send you. In local
news, San Diego has reopened applications for
vacation home rental licenses in Mission Beach,
marking the first time in two and a half years.
Prospective hosts can apply for Tier 4 licenses
designated for whole home short -term rentals.
operating more than 20 days each year. City Council
member Jennifer Campbell stated that the ordinance
has helped return housing to the market while
providing options for visitors. The application
period will last for 45 days, ending on August
15th, with a random lottery determining processing
order for applicants. Now on to sports. The Milwaukee
Bucks have made a shocking move by signing Miles
Turner to a four -year contract worth $107 million,
replacing Brookloops as the rim protector next
to Giannis Antetokounmpo. To create cap space,
they waived Damian Lillard, opting to pay him
$22 .5 million annually over five years, instead
of $113 million over two years. This decision
has left the Bucs without a starting point guard
and has raised concerns about their ability to
compete. While Turner is a solid player, his
fit and the long -term implications of this move
remain questionable. Last night at Citizens Bank
Park in Philadelphia, the Padres' clash with
the Phillies was postponed due to rain. This
morning, we'll have the make -up game and Nick
Pivetta. With a 3 .36 earned run average, challenges
make Abel, boasting a 1 .43. First pitch is at
10 .05 with clear skies and a temperature around
78 degrees expected. Game two will start at 3
.15 with seas facing Sanchez. In top news. In
Scottsdale, Arizona, JSX is making waves with
its promise of a private jet experience without
the hassle of major airports. Arriving just 20
minutes before my flight to Las Vegas, I was
surprised to find a quiet gig area with minimal
amenities. However, the check -in process was
refreshingly personal as an employee approached
me directly. Yeejasax boasts perks like free
checked bags, in -flight drinks, and generous
pet policies, but prices can be steep. My last
-minute round -trip ticket costs $644, significantly
higher than typical economy fares. Yeejasax aims
to provide a premium experience for travelers
seeking convenience. In business news... MicroStrategy
is making headlines with its latest Bitcoin purchase,
which positions the company to soon exceed 600
,000 tokens. Recently, it acquired 4 ,980 Bitcoins
at an average price of $106 ,801 each, totaling
approximately $531 .5 million. Following this,
shares rose 4 .7 % to $402 on Monday, despite
Bitcoin's stable price. The company now holds
nearly 600 ,000 digital tokens, valued at around
$64 billion. Chairman Michael Saylor, a prominent
advocate for Bitcoin, hinted at the acquisition
on social media, emphasizing the long -term potential
of these investments. Moving on to a more local
vibe. In our community spotlight on health and
wellness, we are working with a national Pilates
studio to bring you some free classes, so listen
up. Check out Club Pilates, with several locations
in the San Diego area. Pilates presents a comprehensive
wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing
tension, and elevating mental well -being. Scientific
research affirms its benefits. So now you can
check out Club Pilates for a free class with
locations in Encinitas, Solana Beach, Oceanside,
La Jolla, and more. Just be sure to tell them
Sunny Morning sent you by. And now, back to the
show. Let's talk science. The U .S. Senate has
passed President Trump's budget reconciliation
bill. securing an additional $10 billion for
NASA's Artemis program. This funding will support
more Space Launch System rockets and the Gateway
Station orbiting the Moon, a move criticized
by SpaceX CEO Elon Musk and billionaire entrepreneur
Jared Isaacman. Musk argues that the Space Launch
System is overly costly and expendable, with
production costs estimated at $2 .5 billion per
launch. Isaacman, during confirmation hearings,
expressed skepticism about the long -term viability
of the rocket. Nonetheless, Congress is moving
forward with these initiatives, despite prior
proposals to phase out the Space Launch System.
Entertainment News Ahead of the sequel to St.
Elmo's Fire, Rob Lowe reflects on his favorite
moment from the original film. calling it one
of the most 1980s experiences. Lowe, who portrayed
Billy Hicks in the iconic Coming of Age movie,
highlighted the memorable scene of playing the
saxophone in a bar, which he fondly embraces
as a quintessential part of the era. While some
elements of the film have not aged well, the
nostalgia remains strong. As fans await the sequel,
questions arise about whether Billy will still
play the saxophone. a detail that could define
the continuation of this beloved story. Well,
alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the
day. And today, our quote comes from the American
writer and philosopher, Eric Hoffer. And he said,
In times of change, learners inherit the earth,
while the learned find themselves beautifully
equipped to deal with a world that no longer
exists. And that's a wrap for this morning. You
can check out our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok
for some captivating aerial videos with local
news and the surf reports. Have an amazing day,
my good friends. We'll see you tomorrow with
another episode of Sunny Mornings in San Diego.