Wildlife & Tourism Safety: San Diego’s La Jolla Cove may face added protections after an 18-year-old was arrested for repeatedly kicking a sea lion at the crowded beachfront hot spot, with Coastal Commission members floating ranger increases and even a partial closure. Legal Ruling for Travelers & Residents: California’s Supreme Court ruled that noncitizens who signed guilty pleas without truly understanding deportation can challenge them—an outcome that could affect anyone navigating immigration consequences tied to criminal cases. Fire Updates: The Grasshopper Fire is at 30% containment as crews strengthen lines and adjust tactics amid changing winds, with acreage and activity still evolving. Boutique Stays: A new wave of point-friendly boutique hotels is expanding across the U.S., including a Joshua Tree-area property near the national park. Local Sports Travel: Sweetwater Valley (San Diego County) is headed to the Little League World Series for the first time in a decade after winning the West regional. Aviation & Routes: American Airlines is launching its shortest-ever Airbus A321XLR service—Philadelphia to Boston—then continuing onward to Los Angeles. Dog-Lovers’ California Moment: A rescued pug from South Korea’s dog meat trade won “World’s Ugliest Dog” at the Sonoma County Fair in Santa Rosa.