Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in San Diego. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Tuesday, July 29th. You'll be interested
to know, 67 years ago today in 1958, the United
States took a monumental leap into the cosmos
with the establishment of the National Aeronautics
and Space Administration, known as NASA. Signed
into law by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, this
visionary act marked the dawn of a new era in
space exploration and scientific discovery. From
landing the first humans on the moon to exploring
the far reaches of our solar system, NASA has
continually pushed the boundaries of human knowledge
and inspired generations to look to the stars.
So now you know. And now… It's time for the surf
report. Tuesday at Tourmaline and South San Diego.
It's looking clean this morning with knee -high
sets rolling in. Weights hold around 2 feet throughout
the morning, providing nice conditions for a
session. Expect the winds to remain sideshore
at 3 mph, keeping it fairly smooth early on.
but conditions will shift to choppy by the afternoon
as winds pick up to 10 to 15 mph. Best time to
ride is at 7 a .m. with a 1 -foot low tide when
the west -southwest swell is 1 feet at 17 seconds
and the side -shore wind is 3 mph. The first
low tide Tuesday will be a half -foot at 6 .45
a .m. with a 4 .5 -foot high tide just before
1 .30. The near -shore GUI at Mission Bay West
reads 70 degrees for the water temperature. Wednesday
through Friday features inconsistent knee -to
-thigh high waves with fair conditions early,
transitioning to choppy afternoons. Wednesday
starts with calm northwest winds but shifts to
choppy by midday. Thursday maintains fair conditions
until late afternoon when chop increases. Friday
offers clean morning surf, ideal for long boarders
before becoming semi -bumpy in the afternoon.
Overall, expect varying quality throughout the
period. This morning, it's cloudy and it feels
like 67 degrees with 5 mile per hour wind. The
sunset will take place at 7 .53 and it will rise
again tomorrow at 6 .01. It looks like we're
in for some partly sunny skies today with a high
near 77 and a gentle northwest breeze. Tonight,
expect mostly cloudy conditions with a low around
64 and light winds. Looking ahead in the weather,
expect mostly sunny skies Wednesday through Saturday
with highs near 77 to 79. Nights will be mostly
cloudy. with lows around 64 to 65. Bonjour, food
enthusiasts. This podcast is brought to you by
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on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas
Boulevard, this cafe is a haven for culinary
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panini for lunch or just breeze on through to
get your morning coffee. They are open every
day from 8 to 5. So stop on by and don't forget
to tell them. Sunny Morning sent you. In local
news, the city of San Diego has settled with
a hookah lounge in Logan Heights, accused of
operating an illegal nightclub. The business
owner will pay over $100 ,000 in penalties. and
investigative costs, and must permanently close.
If they violate the settlement terms, they could
face an additional $1 million in penalties. City
attorney Heather Furbert emphasized the need
for action, stating, we should not see them opening
up another shop down the street. The establishment
had garnered numerous complaints, including violent
incidents, before the city filed its lawsuit.
Now on to sports. Mike Trout's return to the
outfield keeps being delayed, with no clear timeline
in sight. Initially expected to come back on
May 30th, then after the All -Star break, Trout
is now sidelined due to left knee soreness. This
is the same knee that required two surgeries
last season. Trout said, still trying to get
back out there, for sure, indicating his struggle
to ramp up intensity. With a mere 2 .8 % chance
of making the playoffs, the Angels may need to
shift Trout into a designated hitter role, while
George Soler's struggles complicate their roster
decisions. In local sports. Last night at Petco,
the Padres edged the Mets 7 -6. Tatis Jr. homered
in the fourth, while Machado and Cronenworth
fueled the offense with key plays. The Mets bats,
including homers from Vientos and Mauricio, kept
it close. The Padres out -hit New York 14 -6,
showcasing strong depth. With this victory, San
Diego stands at 58 wins and 49 losses. Tonight,
the Friars face the Mets at Petco in Game 2 of
this three -game series. With a 2 .19 earned
run average, pitch is for New York against an
undecided Friars pitcher. First pitch is at 640
in San Diego, with clear skies and a pleasant
72 degrees. In top news, a new study from Keck
Medicine School of USC reveals a staggering increase
in alcohol -related liver disease among heavy
drinkers, even without increased consumption.
The incidence has more than doubled, particularly
among women, older adults, and those with health
conditions. Over two decades, the percentage
of heavy drinkers with significant liver scarring
rose from 1 .8 % to 4 .3%. The study analyzed
data from over 44 ,000 adults and showed that
heavy drinking demographics have shifted. Experts
suggest that current definitions of heavy drinking
may be too lenient, prompting a need for revised
screening methods and public health strategies.
In business news, artificial intelligence is
dramatically altering the job landscape for recent
college graduates. Many employers, facing a shift
in hiring practices, now prefer experienced professionals
over entry -level staff as AI tools like ChatGPT
can perform tasks traditionally assigned to young
workers. This trend has led to a decline in entry
-level job offerings, with a notable 50 % drop
in such hires among major tech companies since
2019. Graduates are finding themselves competing
not only with fewer positions, but also with
those who have been laid off. Experts warn this
could reshape the workforce. diminishing opportunities
for skill development among new graduates. In
crypto movement, Bitcoin is down 1 % to about
$118 ,000. Ethereum is down 0 .5 % to just under
$3 ,800. And XRP is down 4 % to $3 .12. 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
tech. Tesla is attempting to transform the gas
station experience with its new diner in Hollywood.
where electric vehicle owners can enjoy a meal
while charging their cars. While this retro -futuristic
location features 80 chargers and entertainment,
the future of electric vehicle charging is likely
to be more practical. Many drivers already charge
at home for convenience and cost. Innovations
in battery technology are paving the way for
ultra -fast charging options, potentially making
gas stations less relevant. Instead of focusing
on entertainment, the aim should be to integrate
more charging stations where vehicles are already
parked, enhancing accessibility. Entertainment
news. The highly anticipated sequel, The Devil
Wears Prada 2, is officially in production in
New York City, with stars Meryl Streep, Anne
Hathaway, Stanley Tucci, and Emily Blunt returning
to their iconic roles. However, Adrian Grenier
will not reprise his character, Nate Cooper.
Directed by David Frankel, this sequel picks
up after the original story of aspiring journalist
Andy Sachs, who navigates the cutthroat fashion
world under Miranda Priestly. While plot details
remain under wraps, the film is set to premiere
in theaters on May 1, 2026, nearly 20 years after
the original's release. Well, alrighty folks,
it's time for the quote of the day. And today,
our quote comes from the American inventor and
engineer, Charles Kettering. And he said, The
world hates change, yet it is the only thing
that has brought progress. 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.