Friday July 17, 2026 In this episode, we bring you crucial updates and stories affecting Encinitas and the surrounding San Diego area. San Diego County public health officials have issued a rabies alert after a bat tested positive at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, urging anyone who may have come into contact with the bat to seek medical advice. This marks the nineteenth rabid bat case in the county this year, emphasizing the need for caution around wildlife. Meanwhile, the San Diego Padres are set to face the Kansas City Royals, aiming to improve their standing after a mixed performance against Toronto. With star players like Fernando Tatis Jr. and Luis Campusano leading the charge, the Padres are looking to build momentum in the second half of the season. In Encinitas, surfers can expect fair conditions with waves around two to three feet, thoug ...