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Court Hears of Confrontation Over Backpack That Preceded Shooting Death of Victim, 20
A hearing began Thursday to determine whether a man will go to trial after being accused of killing one man and wounding another in front of the San Diego Central Library. The charges against Kenneth Chaney, 23, include murder and attempted murder. Trey Walker, 20, was killed on May 23, 2023, while a 24-year-old man was injured.
Water Authority Approves 4% Rise in Wholesale Rates – Maybe More to Come in July
The San Diego County Water Authority’s Board of Directors on Thursday approved an. increase of approximately 4% in wholesale rates for 2025. But that might not be all. The panel plans to assess the need for additional increases after a public hearing in July, according to an agency news release.
Walgreens to Shutter Hundreds of ‘Underperforming’ Stores with More Closures Possible
Walgreens Boots Alliance said on Thursday it plans to close about 650 to 700 underperforming stores in the U.S., having cut its profit forecast for fiscal 2024. Weak consumer spending hurt retail operations here and abroad. The company also plans to shut up to 650 Boots stores in the UK and expects to record related pre-tax charges of between $3.8 billion and $4.1 billion, according to a regulatory filing.
Opinion: Who Won and Who Lost in the Campaign for a City-Run Electric Utility
In politics, the final vote isn’t always the final score. That’s certainly the case with the City Council’s 8-0 vote earlier this month to reject the ballot proposal to replace San Diego Gas & Electric with a nonprofit public utility. Of course, the council vote means the...
NFL to Challenge Massive Verdict in Favor of ‘Sunday Ticket’ Subscribers
The National Football League must pay more than $4.7 billion in class-action damages for overcharging subscribers of its “Sunday Ticket” telecasts, a federal jury said on Thursday. Jurors in Los Angeles agreed with the plaintiffs that the NFL conspired with member teams to artificially inflate the price of...
Why Did Chula Vista Lose U.S. Paralympic Track and Field Trials to Miramar, Florida?
As the U.S. Olympic Trials head into the homestretch — with four days left of world-class competition and global attention — another qualifying track meet for Paris is waiting in the wings. But the U.S. Paralympic Trials for the Paralympic Games have received scant scrutiny — despite an...
2 SuperLotto Plus Tickets Sold in San Diego County Worth Almost $14,000 Each
There were no tickets sold with all six numbers in the latest SuperLotto Plus drawing, pushing the estimated jackpot for Saturday to $48 million. There were three tickets sold with five numbers, but missing the Mega number on Wednesday – one each at an Arco AM/PM convenience store near Carmel Valley, a Chevron station in Lemon Grove and a liquor store in Fortuna in Humboldt County.
‘Becoming Betty Boop’ at Comic-Con Museum Honors an Icon of Female Empowerment
She’s been in cartoon strips, television shows and movies. Now, she’s taking center stage in San Diego at a new exhibit at the Comic-Con Museum. The museum on Thursday opened a new exhibit to honor Betty Boop, an iconic character who is approaching nearly 100 years in the public eye.
Crews Halt Spread of New Brush Fire in Torrey Pines Near Location of Tuesday’s Blaze
San Diego Fire-Rescue said it quickly stopped the spread of a new 3/4-acre brush fire in the Torrey Pines area near the location of the 19-acre blaze on Tuesday that led to brief evacuations. The new fire was reported at 1:21 p.m. off the 2600 block of Boca Raton Street...
City Council Designates Former Home of Marilyn Monroe as LA Landmark
The former home of Marilyn Monroe is officially a Los Angeles historic cultural monument Thursday, as city officials confirmed the designation after previously delaying the vote to address concerns from the property owners and neighborhood residents. In a 12-0 vote, council members approved a motion — introduced by Councilwoman Traci...
SDCCU Hosting a Blood Drive: Register to Donate on July 3 at 7 Locations
San Diego County Credit Union is hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, July 3 at seven locations; six in San Diego County and one in Riverside County. Historically, there is an extremely low inventory of blood during the busy summer months and hospital shelves have a constant need, which affects thousands of patients. The community is encouraged to help – lives depend on it!
Oakland Firefighter, 25, Dies During Nighttime Ocean Swim in San Diego
An Oakland firefighter-paramedic died early Thursday during a predawn swim off the coast of Pacific Beach. The man got separated from friends in the ocean near Crystal Pier about 2 a.m., according to the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department. Several hours later, as lifeguards were searching the surf and swells with...
San Diego’s Better Buzz, with Big Expansion Plans, Opens First Out-of-State Store
Better Buzz Coffee Roasters is growing apace, having doubled its store count to 24, with plans to boost that number to 48 over the next year. Over the first half of this year, Better Buzz, with roots in Pacific Beach, opened three new locations, including its 19th San Diego spot in Oceanside and its first out-of-state store in Phoenix, which boasted the brand’s most successful opening day on record.
Man Who Died in Suspected DUI Crash in Del Mar ID’d As John Fraser of Solana Beach
Authorities have publicly identified a 62-year-old man who was killed last week in a late-night suspected DUI crash in a coastal neighborhood near San Dieguito Lagoon. John Fraser of Solana Beach was a passenger in a northbound 2019 Maserati GranTurismo that veered off the roadway in the 2000 block of Coast Boulevard in Del Mar about 11:55 p.m. June 19 and struck a parked pickup truck and a palm tree, according to the San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office.
Jail Inmate, 42, Dies After Medical Emergency
A 42-year-old man died while in custody at the San Diego Central Jail after a medical emergency, the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department said Thursday. About 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, sheriff’s Homicide investigators were notified that a man in the department’s custody was experiencing a medical emergency, SDCSD officials said. His name was withheld pending family notification.
Early Morning I-5 Pileup Leaves 3 Motorcycle Riders Dead Near Camp Pendleton
Three people believed to have been on motorcycles were killed early Thursday in a fiery multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 5 near Camp Pendleton. According to a California Highway Patrol log, the crash was reported just after 3 a.m. on the southbound freeway in the area of Las Pulgas Road. According to the log, the chain-reaction crash began when a vehicle became disabled on the freeway and was struck by a second vehicle, resulting in a fire.
Westin San Diego Bayview Aimed for ‘Elevated Experience’ with $20 Million Renovation
The Westin San Diego Bayview has completed a $20-million renovation focused on revamping guest rooms and meeting spaces. The hotel, on West Broadway near the bayfront, has 436 guest rooms, including five suites. “We seamlessly blend modern aesthetics with the well-being initiatives that define the Westin brand,” said Peter Engard,...
Smart Technology Benefits Multifamily Housing Owners and Renters
A 2024 survey by the National Multifamily Housing Council found that 87% of renters demand robust connectivity from the properties they live in — and, according to Rent.com, they’re willing to pay $38 more each month to have it. More choices for renters means property owners and managers are challenged to manage rising operating costs while offering the latest and greatest tech to attract and retain residents.
Endangered Baird’s Tapir Calf, as Yet Unnamed, Born at San Diego Zoo
The San Diego Zoo has announced that female Baird’s tapir Luna gave birth to a female calf in early June — and the baby needs a name. The prehensile-nosed calf and her mother can now be seen sharing a space with the capybaras at the Elephant Odyssey exhibit.
1st Amendment Quandary: Can Citizens Direct Their Anger to Staff in Addition to Elected Officials?
At a recent San Diego Association of Governments meeting last month, board Vice Chairman Sean Elo-Rivera became angered over a number of public speakers questioning information in a report exploring the removal of tolls on State Route 125. The report — “Process for removing toll roads on State Route 125”...
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