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San Diego Moms: San Diego ArtWalk Mom Inspired by Children, Nature
San Diego artist and mother Helena Faitelson said she fell in love with painting as a child. Once just a hobby — the mother said she decided to make a career out of it just five years ago. Since then, her career has soared — having participated in the annual ArtWalk Liberty Station for the last five years.
Steve Garvey Outraises Adam Schiff But Still Has Less in Bank for U.S. Senate Bid
California’s Republican U.S. Senate candidate Steve Garvey had a good fundraising quarter after emerging from the March primary in the top two. Between April 1 and June 30, the former Dodgers and Padres star outraised his Democratic opponent, Rep. Adam Schiff, by more than $1 million, according to the latest campaign finance reports filed with the Federal Election Commission on Monday.
Disneyland Workers Vote to Authorize a Strike as Contract Negotiations Continue
Thousands of workers at Disney’s theme park and resort properties in California voted late Friday to authorize a potential strike, as contract negotiations drag on. The strike authorization was approved by an overwhelming margin, nearly 99% of the members who cast votes according to a union statement. The election...
Air & Space Museum Hosts Astronaut Buzz Aldrin on 55th Anniversary of Moon Landing
The San Diego Air & Space Museum on Saturday will honor Apollo astronauts on the 55th anniversary of the historic 1969 Apollo 11 moon landing. At a Balboa Park ceremony hosted in conjunction with the International Air & Space Hall of Fame, the museum will welcome, among others, Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin, the second man to walk on the moon, following Apollo 11 commander Neil Armstrong.
Chase Mitchell, 53, Identified As Man Who Died Following Illness in Vista Jail
Authorities on Friday publicly identified the inmate who suffered a medical emergency at Vista Detention Facility and died at a hospital. Deputies conducting a safety check inside a housing unit at the South Melrose Drive jail found Chase Mitchell, 53, suffering from an unknown ailment at about 7:30 a.m. Sunday, according to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department.
San Diego County Sheriff’s Office Looking for Information in Spring Valley Shooting
The San Diego County Sheriff’s Office is looking for help in identifying and finding possible suspects in connection with a Spring Valley shooting. On Nov. 18, deputies from the Rancho San Diego Sheriff’s Station responded to a call around 8 p.m. of a shooting in the 9000 block of Ildica Street. When deputies arrived five people were found who had suffered gunshot wounds.
Sole Female Jockey — from France — Racing in Del Mar’s Opening Weekend
Editor’s Note: After this article was published, Lafaye was reassigned to a race on Sunday at Los Alamitos in Cypress. The Del Mar racetrack kicks off its summer season starting July 20, and most jockeys in the race are male. However, one jockey stands out above the others. Camille...
Fire Overtakes Egg Production Facility Near Ramona
Thursday afternoon, firefighters worked several hours to contain a fire at an egg production facility near the 25800 block of Highway 78 in the rural community of Witch Creek in northeast Ramona. Firefighters that responded to the scene were able to contain the fire to the 25,000 square-foot building. While...
Woman, 23, Fatally Shot at Homeless Encampment in Chula Vista
Members of law enforcement were searching Friday for more information about who may have shot and killed a 23-year-old woman found dead in a Chula Vista neighborhood Thursday night. Patrol officers responding to a 911 call found the victim with a man on the roadside in the 200 block of...
SD City Council President Withdraws Proposed Stormwater Funding Measure
San Diego City Council President Sean Elo-Rivera announced Friday that he has decided to withhold the proposed stormwater infrastructure measure from the November 2024 ballot. The measure was first proposed by Elo-Rivera after the Jan. 22 storm, which caused widespread flooding in Southeast San Diego. Thousands of residents were forced from their homes, and many of them lost nearly all their possessions.
Opinion: San Diego’s Plans for University City Contradict its Own Stated Objectives
The city of San Diego claims that its revised University Community Plan Update will “create homes for all of us, protect & enrich every neighborhood, advance mobility & infrastructure, champion sustainability, and foster regional prosperity.”. Will it, though, considering that it defies sound planning sense and contradicts the city’s...
MTS and North County Transit District Riders Can Now Tap-to-Pay
Transit riders today for the first time can use contactless payments such as their credit card or mobile payments on their phone to pay their fare. This announcement comes just in time for big events such as San Diego’s pride weekend, Comic Con International Convention and the opening day of Del Mar’s 85th racing season.
County Offering Mpox Vaccines, Other Services at Pride Festival
Pride Festival-goers can get Mpox vaccines, enjoy the senior cool zone, and acknowledge San Diego County Library workers as they are honored as grand marshals during the annual Pride Parade this weekend. The County also offers a variety of community services and activities during Pride Festival. County Public Health Services...
Global CrowdStrike Outage Affecting Microsoft Systems Hits San Diego
Early Friday morning, a global tech outage hit major businesses across medical, law enforcement and travel sectors all over the world. While Microsoft’s services have seemed to recover, many in San Diego are still reeling from the aftermath. The outage has been pinned to a routine software update gone...
Unemployment Spikes to 4.5% in June, Largely Attributed to School Summer Break
The unemployment rate in San Diego County rose considerably to 4.5% in June, up from a revised 3.7% in May, and above the year-ago estimate of 3.9%, according to figures released Friday by the state Employment Development Department. Last month’s rate compares with an unadjusted unemployment rate of 5.3% for...
Horses Aren’t Only Draw – Head to Del Mar Track for Events, from Beer Fest to Family Fun Day
The return of racing to Del Mar isn’t just about wagers and speed. It’s also about special events. After Opening Day Saturday, which is sold out, there’s a series of weekly theme days and special fests to go along with the races at the Del Mar track.
New Pandas’ Public Debut at the San Diego Zoo Set for Aug. 8
The wait is finally over. The San Diego Zoo announced Friday that the public will be able to meet their new pandas, Yun Chuan and Xin Bao, on Thursday, Aug. 8. Aside from the pair’s adorable nature, anticipation for their debut has built up as they are the first pandas to enter the United States in 21 years.
Heat Wave Heads to San Diego County Starting Friday
Another dangerous heat wave is headed to parts of San Diego County Friday with highs expected to reach 118 and lows as high as 92 in the deserts, the National Weather Service said. An excessive heat warning has been issued from 11 a.m. Friday to 9 p.m. Sunday for the...
Investor Buys Oceanside Shopping Center for $56 Million, Likes Size, Long-Term Prospects
Marketplace del Rio, a 183,292-square-foot neighborhood shopping center in Oceanside, has been sold for $56.6 million, according to the real estate firm, Cushman & Wakefield. The center, at 3762-3774 Mission Ave. and situated on over 20 acres, is anchored by a Stater Bros. supermarket. An extensive remodel of its exterior, common areas and interior spaces was recently completed.
4 Dead in Apparent Drunk-Driving Crash on Route 163 in Kearny Mesa
Four people were killed Friday in a suspected drunk driving crash on Route 163 in Kearny Mesa according to reports from the scene. The deadly three-vehicle collision occurred just before 1:30 a.m. on southbound Route 163 at the interchange with Interstate 805. A videographer with OnScene.TV reported that one vehicle...
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