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‘A ton of work still to do’: San Diego housing progress slows as city OKs fewer new homes

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‘A ton of work still to do’: San Diego housing progress slows as city OKs fewer new homes

San Diego approved 8,782 new homes in 2024, surpassing its average but falling short of state goals. Since 2021, the city is lagging significantly in affordable ho…

ADUs accounted for more than a quarter of all the new homes approved last year. But this year the City Council rolled back an incentive to build more of them.

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San Diego street renamed for Black hair care and media pioneer Willie Morrow

A section of Tooley Street in San Diego has been renamed Willie L. Morrow Way to honor the late Black hair care pioneer and media figure. The change, proposed in 2022, recogniz…

San Diego street renamed for Black hair care and media pioneer Willie Morrow

‘This man built an empire with his own two hands right here in southeast San Diego and beyond,’ said community advocate Shane Harris, who led the renaming effort.

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California leads in nuclear fusion energy research and development

California is at the forefront of nuclear fusion energy research, according to the San Diego Regional EDC. However, the state needs to transition from research to the commercialization a…

California leads in nuclear fusion energy research and development

The San Diego Regional EDC says California is a leader in fusion energy research but it must become a place where fusion can be produced and commercialized

Study: Clean fusion energy could add $125 billion to California economy

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Study: Clean fusion energy could add $125 billion to California economy

A study by the San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation estimates that developing clean fusion energy in California could generate $125 billion and create over 40,000 job…

An new study estimates development of clean fusion energy in California could add $125 billion to the state economy and support more than 40,000 jobs.

San Diego Finally Secures Hundreds of Millions for a Convention Center Expansion; But It Isn’t Expanding the Convention Center

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San Diego Finally Secures Hundreds of Millions for a Convention Center Expansion; But It Isn’t Expanding the Convention Center

San Diego has secured funds for a convention center expansion, but officials will focus on modernizing the existing facility i…

After 20 years of failed signature gathering efforts, court battles and legally questionable efforts to raise hotel-room taxes, the city of San Diego has finally secured hundreds of millions of […]

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San Diego Planning Commission endorses more off-campus housing near SDSU

The San Diego Planning Commission supports increasing off-campus housing near SDSU. An update to the College Area Community Plan, last revised in 1989, proposes retaining most area…

San Diego Planning Commission endorses more off-campus housing near SDSU

The College Area Community Plan was last updated in 1989. A new version would keep most of the neighborhood zoned for single-family homes, while allowing higher density on major roads.

San Diego TSA workers 'disappointed' with government shutdown

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San Diego TSA workers 'disappointed' with government shutdown

San Diego TSA workers express disappointment over the government shutdown, as they continue working without pay. A local union leader mentioned that they will receive a final partial paycheck…

TSA agents are among the many federal employees who are still working without pay. A local union leader said they’re getting one last partial paycheck this weekend.

South County Report: Tackling Tough Problems – Or Not

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South County Report: Tackling Tough Problems – Or Not

National City council members debated housing and environmental issues, approving a rezoning for more housing amidst traffic concerns. They postponed a contentious biofuels depot project due to heal…

Local leaders tackled a series of tough problems in South County this week.

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6 Things San Diego Could Do to Aid Homeless People with Behavioral Health Challenges

Experts suggest six strategies for San Diego to support homeless individuals with behavioral health challenges: 1) Prioritize outreach and treatment, 2) Develop an addi…

6 Things San Diego Could Do to Aid Homeless People with Behavioral Health Challenges

Politifest speakers agreed that San Diego County government should take the lead on delivering solutions to aid homeless residents grappling with addiction and mental health conditions.

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Roxana Velásquez on San Diego’s thriving binational arts scene

Roxana Velásquez, CEO of the San Diego Museum of Art, discusses the museum's growth and the vibrant binational arts scene in San Diego. The episode also covers a socially conscious haunted m…

Roxana Velásquez on San Diego’s thriving binational arts scene

San Diego Museum of Art CEO Roxana Velásquez sits down with KPBS Midday Edition to talk about the museum's growth and San Diego's thriving binational arts scene. Then, hear about a haunted maze with...

Evacuations ordered for brush fire burning east of Ramona

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Evacuations ordered for brush fire burning east of Ramona

A brush fire east of Ramona has burned 105 acres, leading to evacuation orders for residents in affected areas. The fire, reported by Cal Fire, prompted the use of air tankers and ground crews to…

The brush fire erupted in the early afternoon off state Route 78, near Casner Road in the Ballena area, CalFire said.

Charges dismissed against fraternity members accused of setting pledge on fire

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Charges dismissed against fraternity members accused of setting pledge on fire

Charges against Phi Kappa Psi fraternity members for setting a pledge on fire during a skit have been dismissed. A judge granted misdemeanor diversion for three students afte…

The SDSU students initially faced felony charges, but a judge reduced them to misdemeanors earlier this year.

San Diego nonprofits ready to help military families during shutdown

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San Diego nonprofits ready to help military families during shutdown

San Diego nonprofits are prepared to assist military families affected by the government shutdown. They are offering resources such as free food, zero-interest loans, and various forms…

Here's where you can find free food, zero-interest loans and other support during the government shutdown.

Trump policies prompt visa holders to leave affordable housing in Tijuana, remain in US

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Trump policies prompt visa holders to leave affordable housing in Tijuana, remain in US

Recent Trump administration policies have prompted many green card holders to leave affordable housing in Tijuana and return to the U.S. due to fears of losing resid…

“The United States government has made it very clear, live in the United States or they lose their privileges, this is having a negative impact on the real estate market,” said Topete S…

Banned Books Week is drawing to a close – but censorship attempts aren't

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Banned Books Week is drawing to a close – but censorship attempts aren’t

Banned Books Week is concluding, yet censorship attempts persist. San Diego hosts events emphasizing the right to read, highlighting ongoing national censorship issues. With thousa…

Book bans and censorship are often discussed as though they are outdated concerns, but they are still happening – and at an alarming rate.

County launches $75M program to attract thousands of new workers for mental health jobs

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County launches $75M program to attract thousands of new workers for mental health jobs

San Diego County is investing $75 million in the Elevate Behavioral Health Workforce Fund to recruit 3,000 new mental health professionals over five years. The initi…

Elevate includes zero-interest loans, paid internships and nurse practitioner programs with the goal of adding 3,000 new workers in the region.

DA says county seeing increase in 'whippet' DUIs

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DA says county seeing increase in ‘whippet’ DUIs

San Diego County is experiencing a rise in DUI cases involving nitrous oxide, or "whippets," with three fatalities reported in the past year. Prosecutors face challenges in charging such cases due to the …

Among the obstacles to curbing the drug's use are retailers and online influencers who promote nitrous oxide products to young people.

Baja governor announces pending divorce during news conference

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Baja governor announces pending divorce during news conference

Baja California Governor Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda announced her pending divorce during a news conference, confirming ongoing rumors about her split from husband Carlos Alberto Torres. S…

Rumors had been circulating for months about a split with husband Carlos Alberto Torres, they had been married for six years and have two children.

UCSD launches center with goal of rebuilding trust in elections

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UCSD launches center with goal of rebuilding trust in elections

UC San Diego has established the nonpartisan Center for Transparent and Trusted Elections to restore confidence in U.S. elections, supported by a nearly $2.5 million grant. Co-directed by T…

The Election Trust Initiative seeded the center, to be co-directed by two faculty members, with a nearly $2.5 million grant.

Where San Diego Greets the World | Port of San Diego

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How to Observe Public Art

To observe public art effectively, take time to engage with the artwork along San Diego Bay. Focus on three key tips: look closely, appreciate the context, and take your time to enhance your experience and understanding of the …

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Tijuana firefighters rescue 10 puppies dumped into storm drain along busy highway

Tijuana firefighters rescued 10 puppies abandoned in a storm drain along a busy highway after receiving a 911 call. Unsure of road safety, they set up a system to rappel d…

Tijuana firefighters rescue 10 puppies dumped into storm drain along busy highway

They reportedly found the dogs “scared and huddled together” before pulling them up.

San Diego weekend arts events: PANCA, artsy mini golf and toddler techno

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San Diego weekend arts events: PANCA, artsy mini golf and toddler techno

This weekend in San Diego features arts events including binational artist PANCA, Anna Stump's "Mojaveland" mini golf installation, the Barrio Art Crawl, short story readings, and …

This weekend in the arts in San Diego: binational artist PANCA, Anna Stump's iconic "Mojaveland" mini golf art installation, Barrio Art Crawl, short stories, "Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike" and...

Mexico’s president says Trump open to individual trade deals instead of USMCA

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Mexico's president says Trump open to individual trade deals instead of USMCA

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum announced that Donald Trump is open to replacing the USMCA with individual trade deals, focusing on bilateral agreements. She emphasized t…

“There might be revisions that create bilateral deals instead of involving the three countries because some things are more important between Mexico and the United Sates or between Canada and…

This California city will feel the government shutdown more than any other. Here’s why

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This California city will feel the government shutdown more than any other. Here’s why

San Diego County, home to over 213,000 service members and 34,000 civilian military employees, will be significantly impacted by the government shutdown, with many em…

California has the most service members of any state, with about 213,000 active duty military and reserve, according to federal data. More than half of those – 117,000 service members – are based...