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Yu Darvish breaks silence on lengthy Padres absence after return from restricted list
Yu Darvish is back with the San Diego Padres, though we may never know why he left in the first place. The 38-year-old right-hander, who was placed on the restricted list in early July while he tended to “a personal matter involving his family," was reinstated by the Padres on Friday. During media availability, he declined to answer questions about the nature of his absence but expressed gratitude to be back with the club.
San Leandro's MightyFly Earns FAA Approval for Pioneering Drone Flight Corridor in California
San Leandro-based startup MightyFly is reaching new heights in the aviation sector with its ambitious project to build drones that could significantly reshape the cargo transport landscape. These aren't your average hobbyist flyers. The company's latest drone, the 2024 Cento, is a structure rivaling the size of several cars combined, capable of autonomous flights covering a distance of up to 600 miles. Founded by the visionary Manal Habib, a former NASA intern and aviation industry veteran, MightyFly received the Federal Aviation Administration's approval for a special flight corridor between New Jerusalem Airport in Tracy and Byron Airport in east Contra Costa County.
Despite the loss at home last night Holtville still looks promising under new Head Coach Cory Lee
In a tough season opener on their home field, Holtville High School fell to Trinity Presbyterian, 21-10. The game marked the debut of new Head Coach Cory Lee, who has stepped into the role after the retirement of Coach Jason Franklin that spent the last seven years coaching Holtville football. Although the Bulldogs fought hard throughout the game, they couldn’t overcome Trinity, who capitalized on key moments to secure the win.
Newsom mocks process of Kamala Harris ascending past Biden on Democratic ticket
Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) mocked the short process the Democratic Party used to replace President Joe Biden with Vice President Kamala Harris on a podcast on Friday. When asked about the “switch” from Biden to Harris, Newsom sarcastically repeated points that Democrats had stated about the event. “Now, we went through a very open process, […]
'Excited' Adele Planning 'Decent-Size' Wedding to Rich Paul in California With 'Second Celebration in England'
Do we hear wedding bells? Adele and Rich Paul are getting married!Earlier this month, the "Set Fire to the Rain" singer finally confirmed she's a fiancée after keeping fans guessing for more than a year. Now, a source said wedding planning is officially underway!"It will be a decent-size affair, most likely in California, followed by a second celebration in England," the insider recently spilled to a news publication. "Adele’s very excited and so is Rich. They’re crazy in love."Adele and the sports agent had been dating for more than three years before the award-winning artist confirmed they were engaged.The "Hello"...
SIERRA PACIFIC PLANTS 300 MILLIONTH SEEDLING
This spring, Sierra Pacific Industries, Anderson, Ca., planted its 300 millionth seedling on its timberlands, reflecting the company’s commitment to sustainable forest management and ensuring we have forests for future generations. “I wouldn’t have imagined 75 years ago when we started with no land and one very small sawmill...
New initiative aims to turbocharge wildlife-crossing construction across California
The public-private effort underpinning the largest wildlife crossing in the world, under construction near L.A., has inspired an initiative to replicate it across California.
Unseen in California, anti-Harris political ads blanket swing states
SAN FRANCISCO -- The Bay Area had a very big presence in the Democratic National Convention and the region is also playing a big role in another part of the campaign, one people don't see as much of here in California. That is the ad campaign.One example is a pro-Donald Trump campaign advertisement from the Make America Great Again PAC, that features a San Francisco crime victim. The Golden Gate Bridge is highlighted as well. The ad attacks Kamala Harris's record on crime, specifically as San Francisco District Attorney and it's getting a lot of airtime in swing states like...
FOOTBALL: Scots’ Defense Dominates Opening Night Win
EL CENTRO — It’s the dawn of a new era for Vincent Memorial Catholic High School football as three-year star quarterback Jacobo Elias has graduated, leaving behind record passing stats with an offense that guaranteed a quick pace and plenty of passing. On opening night of the 2024...
2 dead, one injured in Spring Valley crash
SPRING VALLEY (CNS) - A light-colored van veered off the Martin Luther King Jr. (94) Freeway in Spring Valley near La Mesa Saturday, killing two people and sending another to a hospital. The fatal crash was reported to the California Highway Patrol at 6:14 p.m. Saturday on the westbound 94...
Wildfire in Jamul Burns 27 Acres, But Now Fully Contained
A brush fire that burned 27 acres in Jamul was fully contained Saturday. Units were dispatched around 5:30 p.m. Friday to reports of a fire in a rural area of San Diego County at milepost 6 at Proctor Valley Road, according to Cal Fire officials. “Fire containment is now at...
91X Beer for Breakfast: Helix Brewing
When it comes to laidback breweries, they don’t get much more chill than Helix Brewing. This La Mesa institution keeps things simple, churning out quality beers in kickback environs. Even their nine-year anniversary, which will take place from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 24, is no-muss-no-fuss. There’s no ticket site and no cover charge, just good beer and good vibes. Show up and get a pour of either of the two beers owner Cameron Ball shared with the BFB crew. Those IPAs, which happen to be Helix’s first-ever hazies, go by the names Deep Thinker and Haze for Horses, and should help to hop up this East County mainstay’s festivities quite nicely.
Football: St. Anthony Falls To Mount Miguel
The562’s coverage of football in 2024-25 is sponsored by The Terry Donahue Memorial California Showcase. The562’s coverage of St. Anthony athletics is sponsored by Jane & B.I. Mais, Class of 1948. St. Anthony coach Jeff Magdaleno got an early look at what his team is capable of, and...
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