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With incoming transfers watching, Cathedral Catholic routs Mater Dei Catholic in opener
CHULA VISTA — Everyone around San Diego County is familiar with the load of talented transfers on the Cathedral Catholic roster this season. The Dons seem to need them very much in the season opener. With most of Cathedral Catholic’s dozen transfers out of uniform because of CIF eligibility...
How to hide your home on Google Maps to deter potential burglars
SAN DIEGO COUNTY, Calif. — It can be fun to google your home and see what it looks like online, but the problem is other people can do that too. Some criminals may be casing neighborhoods online to plan their next break-ins. CBS 8 is Working for You to...
Elderly Man Found Dead Under Suspicious Circumstances in Boulevard Home
Tragedy struck at a home in Boulevard last Saturday when a 75-year-old man was found deceased under suspicious circumstances. According to a statement from the San Diego County Sheriff's Department, the Pine Valley Sheriff's Station deputies were dispatched around 3:30 p.m. to assist Cal Fire with an unresponsive individual inside his residence on the 900 block of Tierra Del Sol Road. Upon arrival, first responders determined the man had passed away.
Sheriff's homeless outreach team visits encampments in Ramona
RAMONA, Calif. — With cities all across San Diego County implementing bans on encampments, law enforcement is faced with a tough task. Enforcement of the new laws can require a delicate balance of compassion and concern for public safety. CBS 8 rode along with deputies Tuesday in an unincorporated...
The Camp Store in Carlsbad Has the Best View in San Diego County
I have lived in North County for over 45 years and have driven by South Carlsbad State Beach Campground more times than I can count and with the exception of a one-time camping experience at South Carlsbad State Beach with staff members from Hope Elementary School many, many years ago, I had never been to the Camp Store. Carlsbad State Beach was established in 1933 and the original Camp Store at 7201 Carlsbad Blvd. was established between 1964-65. The state beach and Camp Store area encompasses 44 acres and includes 220 camp sites. This popular camping area is full through the summer months and a popular site year-round.
San Diego County Home Prices Soften in July
Home prices in San Diego County softened in July compared to the previous month’s sales activity, the California Association of Realtors announced Tuesday. July’s sales pace statewide rose 3.6% from the revised 270,200 homes sold in June and were up 4.1% from a year ago, when a revised 268,840 homes were sold on an annualized basis. The sales pace has remained below the 300,000- threshold for 22 consecutive months, and year-to-date home sales edged up 0.2% from the first seven months of 2023.
Home services concierge business started by Point Loma couple
A Point Loma couple has created PIN Plus, a new platform connecting residents with property managers and vendors to access home services at group discounted rates. PIN Plus is a subset of PIN Waste, a solid waste collection business started by Nichole and Josh Allen in 2008. Discussing the idea behind PIN Plus, marketing director Nichole Allen pointed out the key is “power in numbers,” which was developed originally as part of their business plan for solid waste collection.
Chicago Comfort Food Chain Portillo’s Eyes Expansion Into San Diego County Amidst Ambitious National Growth Strategy
Iconic Chicago-based fast-casual chain known for its legendary hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches, Portillo's is believed to be setting its sights on San Diego County as part of a bold national expansion plan. In 1963, Dick Portillo invested $1,100 in a small trailer to open the first Portillo's hot...
Fallbrook Mourns the Tragic Loss of Albert Solis, 28, in Overnight SR 163 Crash Near Fashion Valley
The community of Fallbrook is mourning the loss of 28-year-old Albert Solis, who died in a car crash last Saturday morning on state Route 163 near Fashion Valley Mall. Times of San Diego identified the victim following confirmation from the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office. According to the Medical...
Carlsbad Adopts Smoke-Free Multi-Family Housing Ordinance
Carlsbad, CA (August 21, 2024) – At their August 20th meeting, the Carlsbad City Council voted 4-1 in favor of adopting a comprehensive smoke-free multi-family housing ordinance for all properties with at least 3 or more units located within the City of Carlsbad. The decision places Carlsbad as the first city in San Diego County to adopt such an ordinance.
Carlsbad Becomes First City in San Diego County to Require Smoke-Free Multi-Family Housing
Carlsbad is now the first city in San Diego County to adopt a smoke-free multi-family housing ordinance after a 4-1 vote by their City Council on Tuesday night. The ordinance affects all properties with at least three or more units and prohibits any type of smoking, including vaping. The intent is to protect vulnerable residents — infants, children, pregnant women and elderly adults — from second-hand smoke.
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