Pala Today News – 11/3/26
Written by John Fox on November 3, 2026
The following items are part of the award-winning “Pala Today” newscast heard this day at noon on PALA REZ RADIO™ 91.3 FM in Pala.
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LOCAL AND REGIONAL NEWS
Today is midterm Election Day. That’s when all Representatives and one third of Senate seats come up for election, but not President or Vice-President. There are just over 2m registered voters in San Diego County. Ballots were mailed to each one about a month ago. As of yesterday, 735k had already been returned. Even without those who have or will vote today, turnout so far in San Diego County has been 37%. In the last election for California governor, total turnout including Election Day was 54%. Four years before that, it had been 66%. Polls are open now through 8p. There are over 200 Vote Centers in San Diego County. For a list and map, go to www.SDVote.com. Information for Riverside County residents is at www.VoteInfo.net . Returns will begin being posted on those County Registrar websites later today. (County News Center media release)
Too see if your ballot has been received and counted, and learn what to do if it hasn’t, go to the California Secretary of State’s website, www.California.Ballottrax.net . Enter your first and last name, date of birth and ZIP code. You’ll also need to prove you’re not a robot. Then, it’ll show you your current mail ballot status, whether it was mailed, when it was received, if it’s been counted, and if there are any issues that need to be fixed. You can also sign up for text, phone or email alerts about the status of your ballot. Most county registrars have similar programs. If all else fails, the California Secretary of State’s voter hotline is 800 345 8683. https://www.pressenterprise.com/2026/10/27/has-my-2026-ballot-been-counted-how-to-check-and-what-to-do-if-theres-an-issue/
In a rebuke of the Trump administration’s efforts to force 20k California ballots to be separated from total returns for allegedly having been cast by non-citizens, the U.S. Supreme Court yesterday rejected the Justice Department’s appeal. California leaders said the list of individuals was full of errors and charged that the President was trying to interfere and fix a system that wasn’t broken. www.NYTimes.com
Nationwide, today’s election will determine which party controls Congress through President Trump’s final two years in office. A Republican majority in both houses has shown little resistance to policies and orders from the White House. But the majority is slim and general public dissatisfaction with what’s happened in the past two years is strong. The party in the White House tends to lose Congressional seats in midterm elections. Republicans currently control the House of Representatives by a 218-214 margin, and the Senate 53-47. Polls suggest Democrats might flip the House. With 35 seats up for election, the Senate could go either way. www.morningbrew.com
Cal Fire is investigating an aircraft that crashed this morning at Blow Sand Hill near Ocotillo Wells. Cal Fire says its unknown what type of craft it was and there are no signs of anyone needing rescue. https://www.10news.com/news/local-news/authorities-investigating-an-aircraft-down-near-ocotillo-wells
Hemet Police are looking for a silver or gray sedan with front end damage from fatally striking a pedestrian Saturday at midnight in the intersection of State Street and Menlo Avenue. The victim has been identified as 44-year old Donna Risner of Hemet. Police are asking for anyone with information to call Officer Jake Dominguez at 951 765 2400. https://www.pressenterprise.com/2026/11/02/driver-sought-after-pedestrian-fatally-struck-in-hemet-police-say/
American flags are once again flying around the perimeter fence of the Temecula Duck Pond. It’s not for Election Day. It’s going on now through Veterans Day to honor the service and sacrifice of the military community. The Flags of Honor program is administered by the city. The fee to sponsor a flag is $30. Each flag includes a personalized dedication card. The flag and card go to the sponsor at the end of the program, November 16. Details are at the city’s website, www.TemeculaCA.gov . https://patch.com/california/temecula/temeculas-veterans-honored-flags-honor-return-duckpond
Pala and all of Southern California will have perfect weather for Election Day. It’ll warm up into the upper 80s this weekend. The full forecast is coming up. (below)
SPORTS
In the NFL – Last night in Seattle, Da Behrs dominated the Seahawks 34-17. Chicago scored first and after a second quarter field goal, led by at least a touchdown for the rest of the game. Caleb Williams passed for 247 yards including one touchdown. Their other three TDs were all carries by D’Andre Swift. That improves Chicago’s record to 6 and 2. Seattle is now 4 and 4. Both are in second place in their divisions.
In college football – Miami remains at #1 in both the AP Top 25 and Coaches Poll. Georgia moves up to #2 while Ohio State falls nine places to #11 after their upset loss to unranked USC, who enter the list at #18. Utah moves up three places into the top four at #3. UCLA is now #5. Iowa, New Mexico and South Carolina enter the Top 25 for the first time this season at #’s 21, 22, and 23. https://apnews.com/article/job-openings-economy-inflation-layoffs-4f6f06216c943fc2f8306306fd3056e3
In the NBA – Luca Doncic was once again high-scorer in the league with 42 points last night as the Lakers beat the visiting Heat 138-117. The Clippers lost to the visiting Raptors 125-118. Other winners were Oklahoma City, Detroit, Atlanta, New York, Washington, Philadelphia, Sacramento, Minnesota, Houston, San Antonio, Portland, Golden State, and New Orleans over Memphis 135-134 in overtime. No games tonight.
In college basketball – The top four teams, Florida, Duke, Illinois and UConn all won their season openers. #22 UCLA upset #5 Arizona 84-75. USC routed Milwaukee 95-63. USD beat Biola 79-62. UCSD stomped Whittier 100-75. San Diego State hosts Cal State Fullerton tonight.
In the NHL – Last night’s winners were Boston, Detroit, Colorado and Calgary. Eleven games tonight including the Ducks at Vancouver.
In Major League Baseball – In a concession to keep negotiations moving and avoid a player lockout next month, the league has proposed postponing the implementation of a salary cap until the 2028 season, while keeping other elements of its current offer to the players’ union. The union is adamantly opposed to a player salary cap. https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50370860/mlb-proposes-delaying-salary-cap-2028-season
In Major League Soccer – This Saturday, San Diego FC hosts Sporting Kansas City, the LA Galaxy is at Real Salt Lake, and LAFC play the Sounders in Seattle.
In women’s soccer – The San Diego Wave’s next game is Friday hosting the Utah Royals in the NWSL quarterfinal. https://sandiegowavefc.com/schedule/
Local high school sports
Bonsall – no scheduled games today
Great Oak – no scheduled games today
Fallbrook – Individual CIF girls’ tennis at Balboa Tennis Club all week; CIF field hockey hosting Mt. Carmel at 4:30p; CIF boys’ water polo at Francis Parker at 7p
Valley Center – Individual CIF girls’ tennis at Balboa Tennis Club all week; CIF boy’s water polo against Otay Ranch at Southwestern College at 5:30p
BUSINE$$
As of midday trading on Wall Street, stocks were mixed. Experts say volatility can be expected on Election Day. The Dow fell a quarter percent. The S&P 500 gained 6 tenths. And the Nasdaq was up 1.1%. Gold fell $25.10 on the Comex, trading at $3,944.50 an ounce. West Texas Intermediate Crude oil futures fell 38 cents to $96.08 a barrel.
The Labor Department reported today that job openings jumped to 7.5m in September from a revised 7.19m in August. That’s the highest number since May. Also, gross hiring rose and layoffs fell. The numbers are hopeful sign that hiring could improve. The number of job openings now exceeds the number of unemployed. https://apnews.com/article/job-openings-economy-inflation-layoffs-4f6f06216c943fc2f8306306fd3056e3
Disney is planning to lay off several thousand employees. Some managers have been asked to reduce costs in their departments by 20%. This is the third round of layoffs since Josh D’Amaro took over as CEO earlier this year. Disney’s fiscal fourth-quarter earnings will be released in two weeks.
LIFESTYLE / GREEN LIVING
Carlsbad Premium Outlets just off I-5 at Palomar Airport Road is one of two malls in the county that are going through extensive tenant changes right now. Within the next two months, Aerie will open a store there, selling clothing in wide range of body types and sizes, about which their motto is keeping it real. Already open are Aerie’s parent brand, American Eagle, selling men’s and women’s jeans, clothing and accessories. Bath & Body Works, and Columbia Factory Store, featuring outdoor clothing and gear are also new tenants at Carlsbad. https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/11/02/two-san-diego-regional-malls-are-updating-their-store-roster-heres-whats-coming/
According to insurer Neptune Flood, who obviously have an interest in selling flood insurance, almost 9,500 properties in San Diego County are at risk of flooding over the next 30 years, whether from heavy rainfall, coastal overflow from storm surges, high tides, or sea-level rise. What most homeowners and businesses don’t realize is that flooding is not covered by most insurance policies. With El Niño expected to strongly affect flooding potential this winter, many people may not realize the flooding risk. Homes with federally-backed mortgages and in areas designated by FEMA as high flood risk are required to have flood insurance. For everyone else it’s optional. On FEMA’s flood zone map, shaded areas starting with A or V are high risk. But even low risk doesn’t mean no risk. 30% of all flood claims happen in low-risk areas. There are both public and private flood insurance options. All of them cover buildings and contents. The caps are lower on FEMA-managed public plans. Prices for private policies are generally a little less expensive. But private plans are not guaranteed. And there is usually at least a 30-day waiting period before a policy takes effect. So, don’t expect coverage if you sign up right before a storm. https://msc.fema.gov/portal/search?AddressQuery=san%20diego
On this day in music history – November 3,
- 1957, Sun Records released “Great Balls of Fire” by Jerry Lee Lewis. It went to #2 on the singles chart and sold 5m copies.
- In 1960, fresh out of the Army, Elvis had the #1 hit “It’s Now or Never”, based on the Italian classic, “O Sole Mio”.
- In 1962, The Crystals began the first of two weeks at #1 with “He’s a Rebel”.
- In 1964, during a Rolling Stones concert in Cleveland, a 17-year old fan fell from the balcony. The city’s mayor banned all future pop concerts saying “Such groups do not add to the community’s culture or entertainment.” Cleveland is now the home of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
- In 1967, filming was completed for The Beatles’ “Magical Mystery Tour”. BBC television bought the rights to broadcast it twice. Once on December 26, 1967 in black and white, and again 10 days later on a different channel in color.
- In 1972, James Taylor and Carly Simon were married at Simon’s Manhattan apartment. That evening Simon joined Taylor onstage to announce their union to the cheering audience. The marriage lasted 11 years.
- In 1973, David Bowie was at #1 with his album “Pinups”.
- On the same day, Hall & Oates released the album “Abandoned Luncheonette”. The single “She’s Gone” failed to become a hit until two covers later. It finally reached #7 in 1976.
- In 1979, one-hit-wonder, M was at #1 with “Pop Music”.
- In 1984, Billy Ocean began the first of two weeks at #1 with “Caribbean Queen”.
- In 1990, 25 years after it was first recorded by The Righteous Brothers, “Unchained Melody” hit #1 in Britain thanks to the Patrick Swayze film, “Ghost”. It is one of the most recorded songs in the 20th century with over 500 versions.
- On the same day, “Ice Ice Baby” became the first rap song to top the singles chart. It was originally the B-side of Vanilla Ice’s version of “Play That Funky Music”.
- In 1991, a free concert was held at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco to honor the late Bill Graham who’d died in a helicopter crash the previous week. Featured acts included Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, The Grateful Dead, Journey, and Joan Baez.
- In 1995, Hootie and the Blowfish reached an out of court settlement with Bob Dylan for the unauthorized use of Dylan lyrics in their song “Only Want to Be With You”.
- In 2013, the first ever YouTube awards were held in New York City. Eminem won Artist of the Year. Taylor Swift’s “I Knew You Were Trouble” took the Phenomenon Award.
Born on this day…
- In 1933, English composer and conductor John Barry who wrote the music for the first 11 James Bond films, “Dances With Wolves” and “Out of Africa” among others
- In 1946, Tommy Dee from John Fred and His Playboy Band
- In 1948, Marie Lawrie, better known as Lulu who had the 1967 #1 hit “To Sir With Love”
- In 1954, singer and musician Stuart Goddard, better known as Adam Ant.
https://www.thisdayinmusic.com/search/?keyword=&date=3&month=11
Other celebrity anniversaries today …
- Actor, producer, game show panelist and disc jockey Shadoe Stevens is 79. You may remember him as Fred Rated from the Federated electronics stores commercials
- Comedian Dennis Miller is 73
- Actress Kathy Kinney who played Mimi on “The Drew Carey Show” is 72
- Among those who’ve based, actor, singer, dancer Ken Berry from TV’s “Mayberry RFD” was born in 1933
http://www.davesfunstuff.com/a-mb/2080-date1103.htm
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WEATHER
Pala Weather – Me she miyaxwe tamit? Sunny with a high of 76 this afternoon … patchy morning low clouds and fog tomorrow morning, clearing to sunny and 77 in the afternoon … 82 Thursday … 85 Friday … 88 Saturday and Sunday … 86 Monday … overnight lows, about 51 tonight and tomorrow night … 54 Thursday night … 56 Friday night … about 59 Saturday and Sunday night
FIRE PERMITS
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PALA
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