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Waterfront Park getting new pickleball courts, basketball court, dog park, and more
The Waterfront Park in downtown San Diego has several new amenities that are opening to the public July 22. After the ribbon cutting on Monday, park officials are inviting the public to stay for a free, interactive pickleball workshop on the new courts, along with basketball games; all equipment will be provided and all ages are welcome.
Giant lake suddenly returns 130 years after vanishing
Tulare Lake, located in California’s San Joaquin Valley, was once one of the largest bodies of freshwater in the whole of the US.But, some 130 years ago it disappeared – thanks largely to the greed of colonialists, who drained its waters to create arable farmland.And yet, last year, the once-cherished lake suddenly reemerged, bringing with it both positive and painful effects.Back in the late 19th Century, Tulare stretched more than 100 miles long and 30 miles wide, and was “the largest body of freshwater west of the Mississippi River”, Vivian Underhill of Northeastern University explained in a news release.At this...
Mega Millions ticket worth $540,000 sold in California
LOS ANGELES - Feeling lucky? As the nation awaits the $279 million Mega Millions lottery winner, someone in California may be a half-million dollars richer. According to California Lottery's website late Friday night, a ticket worth $548,195 was sold at a Vons on North Figueroa Street in the Eagle Rock neighborhood of Los Angeles.
City Council finds involvement in outside agencies as potential conflict of interest
Coronado city council members offered suggestions to a staff report, raising concerns that the 12 standing boards, commissions and committees that exist within the City of Coronado may not be operating as well as they should be. The staff report, which was presented by City Manager Tina Friend at the...
The city boards, commissions and committees
There are 12 City boards and commissions that exist within Coronado, and their volunteer members, who are Coronado residents, are elected by the city council members. At a recent city council meeting, staff reported that there were many inconsistencies within these committees and that it should be looked at further by the council members for suggestions.
Educators May Turn Their Students’ Challenges into Strengths
SAN DIEGO — In Parshat Balak, King Balak hires the prophet Balaam to curse the People of Israel, fearing their growing strength. However, despite his intentions, Balaam ends up blessing the Israelites instead. For Jewish educators, this parsha serves as a reminder of the resilience and potential within every...
San Diego students explore public health advocacy at summer camp
Nearly 40 high school juniors and seniors are taking time off from their summer vacation to be part of a one week public health advocate camp at the Linda Vista Innovation Center. It’s a collaboration between the San Diego County Office of Education and County Public Health Services. The...
San Diego: A Place for Shell-Shocked Israelis to Unwind
Jewish Federation of San Diego condemns the vile Yemen-based Houthi terrorist drone attack last night in Tel Aviv that took the life of 50-year-old Israeli Yevgeny Perder. We mourn the loss of life, pray for speedy healing for those injured, and will continue to stand by Israel as she defends herself and protects her citizens.
SD City Council President Withholds Proposed Stormwater Funding Measure
San Diego City Council President Sean Elo-Rivera announced today that he has decided to withhold the proposed stormwater measure from the November 2024 election. This measure was first proposed by Elo-Rivera after the January 22nd storm, which caused widespread flooding in Southeast San Diego. During the floods, thousands of residents...
Coronado Unified undergoes district led administrative shuffle
Public education in Coronado will undergo significant leadership changes in 2024-25, with new administrators assigned to the high school, middle school and one elementary school. In a July 9 news release, Coronado Unified School District said the goal is to reorganize resources in the face of a $2.3 million deficit,...
Migrant children were put in abusive shelters for years, suit says. Critics blame lack of oversight
As allegations of sexual abuse built up at the largest housing provider for unaccompanied migrant children in the U.S., officials continued placing children in their care in a system that advocates
Villa Nueva Under New Co-Ownership, Now With Longer Open Hours
Near the corner of 9th and Orange Avenue, passersby often stop at this adored eatery for a delicious pastry and coffee on the go. Many also choose to dine in and savor a full breakfast. With its new ownership and expanded hours, Villa Nueva has become a community staple from sunrise to sunset.
Recreation & Golf Fee Study Discussed At Initial Public Workshop
The City of Coronado Recreation & Golf Services department has been partnering with Next Practice Partners to do a fee study for recreation activities and programs on the island. This project began with a focus on golf course fees, with changes approved by the City Council in 2023 that went into effect at the start of 2024. The study is now entering its final phase for the remainder of recreational fees, including tennis, aquatics, recreational camps and classes, rentals, and more.
Boosie Badazz Addresses Snitching Accusations After Gun Case Dismissal
Some fans are suspicious of how Boosie's charge got dropped. Earlier this month, Boosie Badazz finally got a happy ending to his longwinded legal battle, as his federal gun case was dismissed in San Diego. As expected, the Louisiana-born rapper got emotional while sharing the news with fans on Instagram, thanking god and sharing his hopes for the future. Unfortunately, however, some social media users were immediately suspicious of how exactly he got off.
Cake and Sip San Diego: Comic-Con 2024 Edition
Head to 8885 Rio San Diego Drive in Mission Valley on Saturday, July 27 from 2:00pm PT to 6:00pm PT for Cake and Sip San Diego: Comic-Con Edition. They’ll have DIY Bento cakes for $20 each for you to decorate like your favorite superhero (while supplies last), a cosplay photo booth, a comic-themed food truck (yum), raffles from bakery chain Cookie Plug (double yum), and best of all, free parking. This event is all-ages, so bring the kiddos out for some SDCC-themed fun.
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