The world's most popular comic book convention kicks off Thursday. Despite the changes this year, Comic-Con will still boost San Diego’s economy and attract thousands of visitors. Crews are gearing up in Downtown San Diego for the fun-filled 54th annual Comic-Con. Even though some of the glitz will be gone this year due to a joint strike by Hollywood screenwriters and actors and several major studios skipping out, that hasn’t stopped many people from shopping for creative Comic-Con costumes at Gypsy Treasure in La Mesa. MORE: https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/fans-shop-for-costumes-ahead-of-comic-con/509-6332ef0b-0848-4efe-9496-e1b388873143