Democrats David Alvarez and Georgette Gomez came in first and second, respectively, in Tuesday’s special election for state assembly seat in District 80.

But because neither candidate garnered a majority of the vote, the pair is advancing to a runoff election slated for June 7.

In other news:

• President Biden announced new sanctions today while the Russian attacks in Ukraine continue.
• SANDAG is introducing a pilot program providing free rides for commuters under 18.
• The mega music festival Coachella is returning to Palm Springs this weekend featuring major artists such as Doja Cat, Harry Styles, and Billie Eilish.
• San Diego is heating up this week – find out more in our weather report.

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