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Firefighters Halt Spread of 10-Acre Blaze at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar
A brush fire spread over about 10 acres on the grounds of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Thursday, causing no reported structural damage or injuries. The fire did, however, force a temporary closure of a stretch of state Route 52. The wind-driven blaze erupted near the intersection of the route...
Solutions for Change inks deal to purchase Green Oaks Ranch parcel
VISTA — The real estate trust that owns Green Oak Ranch in Vista has entered into a purchase agreement with homelessness nonprofit Solutions for Change for its use of a 110-acre parcel of the property, dashing the county’s hopes of using the land for a proposed sober living and behavioral health facility.
Human smuggling ring leader indicted and arrested in Mexico
SAN DIEGO, California — An indictment unsealed yesterday charges the alleged leader of a human smuggling organization responsible for unlawfully bringing thousands of migrants into the United States. Abdul Karim Conteh, 42, a national of Sierra Leone, was arrested on July 11 in Tijuana, Mexico, at the request of...
Grand jury report recommends San Diego spend more on maintaining its sidewalks
SAN DIEGO — The City of San Diego should spend more money on fixing its sidewalks, a new county grand jury report says. It also recommends the city focus on its sidewalks like it focuses on its streets, with regular assessments every few years. The last — and only...
Newsom pulls millions of dollars in funding for tiny homes in San Diego County
LEMON GROVE, Calif. — State leaders are backing out of their offer to contribute $10 million to place 150 tiny homes on a lot on Jamacha Road near State Route 125 in Spring Valley. At first, County Supervisors approved the plan, but then changed their minds after neighbors objected....
San Diego's oldest gay bar turns 100
The San Diego Pride Parade marks its 50th anniversary this year. It’s one of the largest and oldest Pride celebrations in the country, and it's almost time for the big celebration to begin. The Pride Parade and Festival symbolizes the progress made by San Diego’s LGBTQ+ community. But...
‘Public Health Disaster’: Border Towns Plead for Help as Sewage Gushes into the Sea
Each day, millions of gallons of sewage cascade through a canyon and into the Pacific Ocean just south of the U.S.-Mexican border. As any surfer in San Diego knows, summer swells that come from the south will push the toxic brew north. Meanwhile, millions more gallons of treated and untreated...
Tom York on Business: 10 Applicants Scramble for Each Vacant Apartment in San Diego
Yet another example of just how crazy the cost of living especially housing is getting here in San Diego. A new report from the residential rental website RentCafe found that Diego is the state’s fourth-hottest rental market. The competition is fierce: 10 applicants vie for every apartment that comes...
Restaurant inspections: Palm Springs brunch spot closed due to cockroach infestation
Popular downtown Palm Springs restaurant Lulu California Bistro was closed by Riverside County health inspectors earlier this week due to a cockroach infestation, according to a report conducted Tuesday. The county report states the inspector's visit was prompted by a complaint received on July 12 for the restaurant, at which time cockroach activity...
“The Little Mermaid” plays tonight at Luckie Park Pool
Cool off tonight (July 19) with a “dive-in” movie night at Luckie Park Pool. The first event of it’s kind in Twentynine Palms, the City’s Parks & Recreation Department will be screening Disney’s live-action version of “The Little Mermaid.” Everyone is invited to hop into the pool or grab a lounge chair and watch the family-friendly musical film. There will be snow cones and giveaways.
Felon with warrant arrested for suspected assault weapon possession in Twentynine Palms
A convicted felon with an active warrant was arrested in Twentynine Palms for suspicion of possessing an assault weapon and ammunition. On Tuesday (July 16) at 2:30 p.m., County Sheriff’s deputies working with the State Parole Fugitive Task Force contacted Dakota Blaise-Parra, 25, in the 6400 block of East Court Avenue in Twentynine Palms.
Agua Caliente tribe, Palm Springs Unified to expand native curriculum in schools
A partnership between Palm Springs Unified School District and the Agua Caliente Tribe of Cahuilla Indians is expanding to teach more students about the region's native culture. A curriculum designed in collaboration with the tribe is currently being taught to third and eighth graders within the district. This upcoming school year will see...
Grant helps Palm Springs Plaza Theatre Foundation enter its next act
Nearly 90 years ago, filmmaker George Cukor premiered his Oscar-winning film "Camille" at The Plaza Theatre in downtown Palm Springs. Greta Garbo generated buzz at the time for headlining the movie and, allegedly, slipping into the back of theater once the light dimmed. Soon enough, the venue became a popular go-to, also serving as a great outpost for nationally broadcast radio theatre programs of the day, where stars like Bing Crosby, Bob Hope, Amos 'n' Andy and...
National Philanthropy Day names Outstanding Philanthropic Organization
With support spanning organizations from A-Z, Desert Oasis Healthcare exemplifies what it means to go above and beyond for the community. Desert Oasis Healthcare (DOHC), a doctor-owned medical group serving 60,000 members in the Coachella Valley and high desert communities of the Greater Morongo Basin, is committed to supporting numerous local nonprofit organizations ensuring the entire community can live healthy and fulfilling lives.
Amazon donates $45,000 to FIND in support of summer hunger
On July 1, Amazon visited FIND Food Bank's warehouse for a day of giving, volunteering and celebration. In addition to a $45,000 donation, Amazon provided a van loaded with 900 pounds of food and nonperishable items, including car seats and other family products. The check presentation was attended by FIND's...
Illegal immigrants storm border, then soccer game
On March 24, 2022, Elkin Mayorga, a migrant from Colombia, illegally crossed the southern border and was arrested by Border Patrol near Yuma, Arizona. As was President Joe Biden’s policy at the time, instead of being detained or returned to Mexico, Mayorga was enrolled in Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Alternatives to Detention program, the same […]
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