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Rapper ‘Boosie’ facing new charges in connection to San Diego arrest
Rapper Torrence "Boosie" Hatch Jr. is facing new charges in connection to his arrest in San Diego last year, less than two weeks after a federal judge threw out the previous case against him, court filings show.
‘Air Bud’ creator faces health decline, homelessness: ‘We’re almost having to start over’
Kevin DiCicco had been the driving force behind the wildly popular Walt Disney Studios' film, "Air Bud" and its more than a dozen spin-offs. And yet, his life has become one of adversity, slipping into homelessness while battling multiple conditions that have severely deteriorated his health and sunk him deep into medical debt.
Forensic artist brings talent to Comic-Con to solve 1978 San Diego cold case
SAN DIEGO — While Comic-Con is full of fun and make-believe, one man is at the convention trying to solve a San Diego cold case using 3D art. Located in Hall F between comic books and the Nickelodeon booth, you’ll find forensic artist Joe Mullins. Throughout the four-day...
La Jolla Cove sea lion encounter prompts local organizations to find solutions
SAN DIEGO — Local organizations want more to be done to protect sea lions and beachgoers at La Jolla Cove. This comes after another video caught sea lions charging beachgoers. "This is wildlife we should share it with them. people should definitely respect it," said Nick while visiting the...
Horse collapses and dies at Del Mar, second equine death in three days
A 3-year-old filly from Florida has died at Del Mar, the track's second fatality in three days. Savanah Lady collapsed and died after a workout at the track Tuesday, according to the California Horse Racing Board, which described it as a "sudden death." The CHRB defines sudden death as "an...
San Diego is one of the top cities in the US for cat owners
SAN DIEGO — A new report ranks San Diego as one of the most popular cities in the United States to be a cat owner. According to U.S. News and World Report, San Diego is the seventh most popular city to be a cat parent. Six western cities were ranked on the publication's top 10 list, accounting for a large number of cat owners in America.
8 Places in the U.S. Where You Can See Hummingbirds All Year Long
Hummingbirds are so exciting to see! These gorgeous birds, though, don’t stay in the United States long. The season for these birds varies a lot. However, there are a few hummingbirds that remain behind as permanent residents. Most of these hummingbirds stay in southern Arizona and southern California. Follow along to discover the eight places […]
UC San Diego Study Warns of Increased Irresponsible Online Gambling, Notably Among Low-Income Individuals
The debate over legalized online gambling is heating up as UC San Diego’s Rady School of Management has released a study showing the complex implications of this phenomenon, not just a simple roll of the dice regarding policy outcomes. The study, as reported by The San Diego Union-Tribune, points to an uptick in state revenue thanks to the legalization of online gaming but flags an alarming increase in irresponsible betting behavior, particularly among individuals with lower incomes.
East County filmmaker earns awards for first feature film
Benjamin Howard is an Emmy- recognized filmmaker from East County San Diego. His narrative projects often explore themes related to identity, particularly through a ‘coming-ofage’ lens. Howard is the founder of Windsor Film Company. His debut feature “Riley,” which he wrote, produced and directed, premiered in 2023.
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