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San Diego County to pay nearly $15M to family of pregnant woman who died in jail 5 years ago
San Diego County will pay nearly $15 million to settle a lawsuit by the family of a 24-year-old pregnant woman who died in jail after a sheriff's deputy and a medical worker watched her collapse in a cell five years ago.The settlement reached Friday night after lengthy negotiations between the county and relatives of Elisa Serna came just weeks before the case was set to go to trial. The deal was confirmed by the judge overseeing the federal lawsuit, the San Diego Union-Tribune reported Tuesday. “The dollar amount doesn’t matter,” said Elisa's mother, Paloma Serna, who plans to continue...
Kensington residents angered over the city replacing century-old streetlights
SAN DIEGO — For years, residents in Kensington have been fighting to restore their historic neighborhood's century-old streetlights. However, the City of San Diego has decided to replace those remaining lights with replicas, citing cost and other factors. These original streetlights date back to the 1920's when Kensington was...
City of San Diego approves lease to revive long-vacant Mira Mesa Epicentre
The San Diego City Council Tuesday unanimously approved a 45-year lease with the San Diego County government to revive a vacant recreational facility, the Epicentre, in the Mira Mesa neighborhood. The city government will lease the property to the county for $1 a year, a statement said. Mira Mesa Mar...
Restaurant surcharges to stay in California after last minute reversal by Gov. Newsom
Turns out, surcharges are staying in California restaurants. Late Saturday night, California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed emergency legislation that exempts restaurants from a new law set to take effect on July 1. The legislation, passed in 2023, was aimed at eliminating so-called "junk fees." The latest legislation signed by the...
The future of the Ocean Beach Pier | A look at the cost and the timeline to rebuild the battered OB Pier
SAN DIEGO — At the end of Newport Avenue in Ocean Beach, a locked chain link fence marks the entrance to the iconic Ocean Beach Pier. The pier, often considered the center of Ocean Beach, now sits in disrepair, with planks missing from the deck and weakened pylons left to be battered by the incoming surf. Over several years, the city has poured millions of dollars to repair damaged sections. Last year, the city decided to close it for good.
San Diego's cost of living crunch
A recent study out of Chapman University ranks San Diego the 10th least affordable housing market in the world. The rising cost of daily expenses, from groceries to housing, are piling on. Meanwhile, wages aren’t keeping up. On Wednesday, June 26, KPBS Midday Edition host Jade Hindmon moderated a...
Several San Diego County Beaches Under Water Contact Closures, Advisories
San Diego County health officials released an updated water contact closure and advisory list for county beaches Sunday. Water contact closures have been issued for the following locations due to bacteria levels exceeding health standards:. Coronado Shoreline. Silver Strand Shoreline, ocean shoreline from north Carnation to south Avenida Lunar. Imperial...
Agencies Seeking Owners of Drove of Pigs Found and Captured By Animal Services in Chula Vista
Animal agencies were able to corral a herd of eleven pigs after they were discovered wandering though a residential area in Chula Vista on Sunday night. The mother sow, her nine piglets, and a pot-bellied pig were brought in after about a three hour chase by Chula Vista and County Animal Services early Monday.
San Diego’s Tax-Assessed Property Value Reaches a Record High
San Diego County’s tax-assessed property value has reached a record high of $768 billion in 2024, $40.6 billion higher than last year, said San Diego County Assessor Jordan Marks this week. The 2024 figure “reflected unprecedented property tax savings” of over $300 million for homeowners, charitable groups, disabled veterans,...
San Diego's Pride month celebrates LGBTQ+ community. See what's ahead
Hillcrest is going all out for San Diego Pride festivities, which include mixers, parties and celebrations of the LGBTQ+ community. As cheerful as the festivities are, they serve as a reminder of tireless fights for LGBTQ+ rights in the city and beyond – simultaneously celebrating victories made while paying homage to those who lost their lives to prejudice.
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