San Marcos writes indoor smoking ban

The City of San Marcos is working on writing an indoor smoking ban. While most restaurants in the city have their own smoking bans, some still keep sections reserved for smokers or have certain hours where people can smoke inside.

The draft will be voted on by city residents in November's election. KXAN says that another smoking ban failed to pass in San Marcos about 10 years ago. Furthermore, the news source says that on August 1st, a smoking ban will be going into effect at Texas State University.

Local horse event causes event to be postponed

A deadly horse disease in California has caused a local horse event to be postponed The Trailapalooza, a fundraising event for the T.R.A.I.L program, will now be occurring at a later time when the disease is under control.

The tentative new date for the event is July 30 and those who have tickets for this weekend, may get refunded. The virus is a new strain of the equine herpes virus known as EHV-1 and has no vaccine or cure.

There have been 13 cases reported in California. All of the cases have been quarantined. One horse in Utah was euthanized after he was suffering from the symptoms.

For more information, visit the Ukiah Daily Journal for more information today.

Maria Shriver and Arnold Schwarzenegger announce separation

Earlier this week, Maria Shriver and Governor of California, Arnold Schawarzenegger announced that they will be separating after 25 years of marriage.

Sources close to Shriver claim that she has wanted the divorce for quite some time, but family issues prevented her from acting upon it.

It has been said that she was tired of Schwarzenegger's infidelity and that he was very hard to live with. She moved out of the family's home a few months ago. The couple has four children together, two of them under the age of 18. Official divorce papers have not been filed at this time.

Brooke Mueller to receive $55k a month in child support

The divorce between Charlie Sheen and Brooke Mueller was finalized earlier this week, six months after the petition was filed in court.

According to court documents, Mueller will receive $55,000 a month in child support for the couple's two twin boys. This is the lowest amount that Mueller could have received because this is the amount that Sheen's ex wife, Denise Richards receives for their two children.

The child support is on top of a lump sum of $757,698 that she will receive in the split. Mueller will also receive a $1 million buyout from the house that the couple shared, which Sheen will continue to live in.

San Diego hosts two festivals this weekend

The San Diego area is hosting two different festivals over the weekend that will draw in thousands of people. The best part about the events is that they are both free.

First, is the Roots Fest on Adams. The event occurs on Adams Avenue and there are craft booths, food and beer. There will be five stages with more than 30 acts performing.

Then there is the Mission Federal Artwalk which will also feature music, but the main attraction will be the opportunity to meet hundreds of artists. Last year, nearly $1 million worth of artwork was sold.

For more information, visit the Los Angeles Times web site today.

California judge arrested for domestic violence issue

A California judge was arrested on suspicion of domestic violence after an incident occurred with his wife that left her with a "visible injury."

Representation for the judge stated that he was 'completely innocent.' Further details of the dispute were not released at this time.

The man went back to work the day after the event occurred, but mainly stayed in his chambers until he was replaced another judge.

Domestic violence is a serious issue. If you or or someone you know has been the victim of this, call a help line today.

Dog Festival to take in San Diego's Balboa Park

This Saturday, all dog lovers must travel to the San Diego area in order to attend the Dog Festival in Balboa Park.

A Day of Peace, Love, Canine Companionship will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.and everyone is invited. Admission into the event is $7, but children's tickets are free along with parking for the event.

A local, non-profit organization will be receiving all of the proceeds in order to help dogs with disabilities free of charge. There will be a contest for dogs along with arts and crafts for kids.

For more details on the event, visit the NBC San Diego web site today.