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State land became a refuge for unhoused San Diegans amid camping ban. Not anymore
A 35-year-old San Diegan has been living with her boyfriend in a tent for “a long time,” she said, moving to different areas of downtown whenever police come by to enforce the city’s camping ban. About a week ago, the couple perched themselves on top of an...
From Basque country to Coronado: an exchange of religion and culture
For the past two summers, Maren Munoz has traveled from the San Sebastián region of the Basque country to live with the Machin family in their Coronado home. From June 28 to July 30 each summer, high school-aged students from Basque come to America to live with host families and partake in their day-to-day lives, while strengthening their English skills and encountering Christianity through church and casual discussion.
Trader Joe's opening Santee location on Aug. 1
SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — Trader Joe's newest location in San Diego County is slated to open Aug. 1 in Santee, according to a press release from the grocery store chain. The new 10,072-square-foot store will be located at 9680 Mission Gorge Road, near the intersection with Cuyamaca Street. There...
Postcards Detailing Voter Options for the Presidential Election in Mail This Week
This week, over 1.9 million postcards are on the way from the San Diego County Registrar of Voters to remind registered voters of their options prior to the November presidential election. The postcards also urge voters to make sure their residence address is up-to-date and re-register if that or anything...
Massive Wildfire in Northern California Forces Thousands to Evacuate
A rapidly expanding wildfire, named the Park Fire, has consumed over 45,000 acres in Northern California, prompting widespread evacuations. The blaze, which ignited near Chico on Wednesday afternoon, escalated from 6,400 acres on Wednesday night to 45,550 acres by Thursday morning. Firefighters are prioritizing evacuations and structure defense, using bulldozers...
Cops plan for ‘Night Out’
The City of El Cajon is hosting San Diego County’s largest National Night Out event on Aug. 6 at Parkway Plaza from 5-9 p.m. This annual event strengthens police-community partnerships, neighborhood unity, and is expected to draw thousands from El Cajon and surrounding Areas. “National Night Out is a...
Wholesale Water Rates to Rise, But Less Sharply, After Water Authority Board Vote
Federal grant funds, a water transfer and budget cuts helped minimize wholesale water-rate increases for 2025 despite inflation and climate impacts that are pushing prices higher. The San Diego County Water Authority’s Board of Directors on Thursday approved a total increase of 14% in wholesale water rates for next year,...
CHP Plans Thursday DUI, License Checkpoint for South Bay
The California Highway Patrol will conduct a DUI/Driver’s License checkpoint beginning Thursday night in an unincorporated area of San Diego County. The checkpoint will be from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Bonita Road at Randy Lane. The area where the checkpoint will take place has had over 40...
San Marcos OKs 224 housing units at Las Posas Road and Pacific Street
SAN MARCOS — A new housing development unanimously approved by the San Marcos City Council this week will bring 224 units to a long-vacant lot just down the road from Bradley Park while also providing protection for sensitive species onsite. The 33-acre lot, bordered by Linda Vista Drive, Pacific...
Nothing abstract about artist’s passion
East County artist Richard ChauDavis is an abstract artist whose work is now being featured at the Oceanside Museum of Art’s exhibition “More Disruption, Representational Art,” on display through Sept. 15. ChauDavis lives in the San Carlos neighborhood next to Cowles Mountain. This exhibition explores the dynamic...
Carlsbad’s City Manager’s Update: July 25, 2024
Earlier this week, the City Council made decisions related to beach preservation, south Carlsbad’s first community garden and a future park designed with help from the community. With July being National Parks & Recreation Month, Carlsbad certainly has a lot to celebrate! Here is the full list of topics I’ll cover today:
Solana Beach Sets Scene for Multi-Discipline Athletic Event, Traffic Advisories in Effect for Road Closures
Residents and visitors in Solana Beach should brace for a busy weekend ahead, as the Solana Beach Triathlon, Duathlon & Aquabike are set to commence. The event, hosting 900 athletes with an additional 200 spectators expected, will prompt several road closures to accommodate the competitors' courses. These closures will take effect primarily on July 28, from the early hours until approximately 10:30 AM, as reported by the City of Solana Beach. Motorists are encouraged to plan their routes and allow for extra travel time to navigate around the event footprint.
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