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Point La Jolla stairs closed due to storm damage - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Popular southern California beach indefinitely shut down to protect sea lions
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Point La Jolla closure: Boomer Beach and Point La Jolla to close for sea lions
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Coastal Commission unanimously approves permanent Point La Jolla closure to protect sea lions
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San Diego City Council finalizes year-round closure of Point La Jolla - La Jolla Light
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Guest commentary: Closing Point La Jolla year-round is best for visitors and sea lions alike - La Jolla Light
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Parks & Beaches board blasts San Diego's planned year-round Point La Jolla closure - La Jolla Light
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Sierra Club, Seal Society, Call On Mayor To Shut Down Sea Lion Rookery - Times of San Diego
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City Council Votes on Year-Round Closure at Boomer, Point La Jolla Beaches to Protect Sea Lions - Times of San Diego
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California city makes beach off-limits after reckless visitors touch, take selfies with sea lions, Golden Gate Media
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San Diego Closes Point La Jolla Beach to Protect Sea Lions From People - The New York Times
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Coastal Commission approves year-round closure of Point La Jolla for at least next seven years - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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San Diego sea lions beach closed to humans after selfies, harassment