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$1 million in grant funds awarded to San Diego community projects
https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2025/08/31/one-million-grant-funds-awarded-community-projects/
Published: August 31, 2025 21:24
San Diego Community Power, the San Diego Foundation, and Calpine Community Energy are announcing the list of grant recipients next week.
Woman arrested on suspicion of vandalizing Santee post office
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/31/woman-vandalizing-santee-post-office/
Published: August 31, 2025 21:10
Deputies later identified a local resident as a possible suspect and arrested her early Sunday morning in the Mission Gorge area.
Movie Review: Crime thriller âRelayâ is almost a success
https://timesofsandiego.com/arts/2025/08/31/movie-review-crime-thriller-relay-is-almost-a-success/
Published: August 31, 2025 21:00
A whistleblower wants to expose questionable genetic research, but changes her mind when she is monitored and threatened.
California lawmakers kill plans to curb AI-manipulated prices
https://timesofsandiego.com/politics/2025/08/31/california-lawmakers-kill-plans-to-curb-ai-manipulated-prices/
Published: August 31, 2025 20:12
Lawmakers have voted to kill bills that would have kept software from setting the price of apartment rentals and other goods and services.
Local officials have a powerful tool to warn residents of emergencies. They donât always use it
https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2025/08/31/federal-emergency-alert-warning-system-local-use-failure/
Published: August 31, 2025 20:05
In more than a dozen major disasters since 2016, officials failed to use the federal Integrated Public Alert and Warning System.
Pro-worker demonstrations to take place on Labor Day
https://timesofsandiego.com/business/2025/08/31/pro-worker-demonstrations-to-take-place-on-labor-day/
Published: August 31, 2025 19:55
Protesters are planning several "Workers Over Billionaires" demonstrations throughout San Diego as part of a nationwide Labor Day effort.
La Valencia Hotel opens wellness oasis next to the âPink Ladyâ
https://timesofsandiego.com/business/2025/08/31/la-valencia-hotel-opens-wellness-oasis-pink-lady/
Published: August 31, 2025 19:20
La Valencia Hotel, La Jollaâs iconic âPink Lady,â just unveiled its new companion spa, a complement to the historic hotel ahead of its centennial.
Judge blocks government from sending children to Guatemala â for now
https://timesofsandiego.com/politics/2025/08/31/judge-blocks-government-from-sending-children-to-guatemala-for-now/
Published: August 31, 2025 18:24
Attorneys in Arizona and Illinois asked federal judges there to block deportations of minors as well, underscoring how the fight has spread.
Reminder: San Diego to raise parking prices around ballpark events
https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2025/08/31/reminder-san-diego-to-raise-parking-prices-around-ballpark-events/
Published: August 31, 2025 18:08
"While this is not a Padres policy, we want to make sure our fans and neighbors are aware of this change so you can plan ahead."
Woman shot by Escondido police during freeway pursuit dies
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/31/woman-shot-by-escondido-police-during-freeway-pursuit-dies/
Published: August 31, 2025 17:37
The California DOJ is required to investigate all shootings involving law enforcement that result in the death of an unarmed civilian.
Opinion: Californiaâs hidden housing tax will deepen racial, economic inequities
https://timesofsandiego.com/opinion/2025/08/31/opinion-californias-hidden-housing-tax-will-deepen-racial-economic-inequities/
Published: August 31, 2025 17:00
Vehicle-miles traveled fees are in reality hidden housing taxes that will land squarely on renters, first-time buyers, and working families.
Man arrested for allegedly fatally stabbing another man during fight
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/31/man-arrested-for-allegedly-fatally-stabbing-another-man-during-fight/
Published: August 31, 2025 15:55
Suspect Stephen Matthews, 29, of La Mesa has an extensive criminal history that included arrests for assault with a deadly weapon.
Local chefs bring their talents to an anniversary menu at Civico 1845
https://timesofsandiego.com/business/2025/08/31/local-chefs-bring-talents-anniversary-menu-civico-1845/
Published: August 31, 2025 15:30
Each dish delivered striking flavors while adhering to the jaunty Calabrian essence that has kept the restaurantâs pulse rate running high.
San Diego Central Jail inmate dies at hospital
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/31/san-diego-central-jail-inmate-dies-at-hospital/
Published: August 31, 2025 15:20
Inmates told deputies that the inmate was inside his cell in medical distress, according to the sheriff's department.
San Diegans mark International Overdose Awareness Day
https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2025/08/31/san-diegans-mark-international-overdose-awareness-day/
Published: August 31, 2025 15:09
The more than $50 billion received nationally from opioid lawsuit settlements are now reaching local governments for remediation.
Air Force heralds ânew era of airpowerâ with General Atomics combat drone
https://timesofsandiego.com/military/2025/08/31/air-force-heralds-new-era-of-airpower-with-general-atomics-combat-drone/
Published: August 31, 2025 15:00
The San Diego company has begun flight testing of an autonomous, jet-powered aircraft that can accompany piloted aircraft on future combat missions.
Padres batter Twins bullpen to win 12-3, pull to within game of NL West lead
https://timesofsandiego.com/sports/2025/08/30/padres-batter-twins-bullpen-win-pull-game-nl-west-lead/
Published: August 31, 2025 05:19
The Padres scored 11 runs in three innings against Twins relievers, and RamĂłn Laureano capped the outburst with an eighth-inning homer.
A weeklong sprint: How Brooks rescued HS running championships at Balboa Park
https://timesofsandiego.com/sports/2025/08/30/a-weeklong-sprint-how-brooks-rescued-hs-running-championships-at-balboa-park/
Published: August 31, 2025 00:16
"A lot of brands didn't want to see this go away," said Julia Stamps of Santa Rosa, who won the girls race in 1994. "They didn't care how â they just didn't want to see it go away."
Campa-Najjar plans leave of absence from Georgetown U. for congressional bid
https://timesofsandiego.com/politics/2025/08/30/campa-najjar-plans-leave-georgetown-congressional-bid/
Published: August 30, 2025 23:38
Congressional candidate Ammar Campa-Najjar said he plans to take a leave of his absence from his new academic duties at Georgetown University in the spring.
Horse euthanized after âcatastrophic injuryâ at Del Mar
https://timesofsandiego.com/sports/2025/08/30/horse-euthanized-after-catastrophic-injury-at-del-mar/
Published: August 30, 2025 23:11
General Jackson had 11 races and one first-place finish in his career; he is the second horse to perish after August injuries at Del Mar.
Wave FC keeps streak alive in Seattle while defender hits milestone
https://timesofsandiego.com/sports/2025/08/30/wave-fc-unbeaten-streak-defender-hits-milestone/
Published: August 30, 2025 22:28
Wave FC (8-4-6) now is unbeaten in seven straight road games thanks to Kailen Sheridan's five saves.
One motorist arrested, multiple citations issued at Poway DUI checkpoint
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/30/one-motorist-arrested-multiple-citations-issued-at-poway-dui-checkpoint/
Published: August 30, 2025 22:19
Deputies from the Poway Sheriffâs Station conducted the DUI checkpoint in the 12700 block of Poway Road.
SDUSD alum, now teacher, publishes first childrenâs book
https://timesofsandiego.com/arts/2025/08/30/sdusd-alum-teacher-publishes-first-childrens-book/
Published: August 30, 2025 21:10
Jason Hodel is a substitute teacher in SDUSD and In May he published his childrenâs book, titled âAxolotl Questions.â
SDG&E plans new transmission line running to San Diego County border
https://timesofsandiego.com/business/2025/08/30/sdge-plans-new-transmission-line-to-san-diego-county-border/
Published: August 30, 2025 20:19
The line is set to run from the existing Imperial Valley Substation to the border of San Diego and Orange counties, but regulatory hurdles remain.
I-15 reopens near SR-163 after police shooting
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/30/i-15-reopens-near-sr-163-after-police-shooting/
Published: August 30, 2025 19:03
All lanes of I-15 were reopened Saturday morning in the Miramar area near State Route 163, after Escondido Police officers opened fire on an SUV on Friday.
$1 billion Powerball jackpot Saturday night, 13th-largest in U.S. history
https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2025/08/30/1-billion-powerball-jackpot-saturday-night-13th-largest-in-u-s-history/
Published: August 30, 2025 18:33
The jackpot for Saturday evening's Powerball lottery has reached $1 billion, the 13th-largest lottery jackpot in U.S. history.
Two men fatally shot in Nestor storage yard
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/30/two-men-fatally-shot-in-nestor-storage-yard/
Published: August 30, 2025 18:23
Two men were killed inside separate camper trailers inside a fenced storage lot in the Nestor neighborhood of San Diego early Saturday, about a mile and a half north of the Mexico Border.
Person injured, 10 pets rescued in Oceanside house fire
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/30/person-injured-10-pets-rescued-in-oceanside-house-fire/
Published: August 30, 2025 18:08
One resident was injured and 10 pets were rescued at a fire in a two-story house in Oceanside early Saturday, authorities said.
Opinion: Assembly Bill 322 undermines Prop. 36 and puts public safety at risk
https://timesofsandiego.com/opinion/2025/08/30/opinion-assembly-bill-322-undermines-prop-36-and-puts-public-safety-at-risk/
Published: August 30, 2025 17:00
Assembly Bill 322 would restrict how law enforcement can use license plate recognition information to track down stolen vehicles and retail theft rings
Possible school threat unfounded at Mt. Miguel High
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/30/possible-school-threat-unfounded-at-mt-miguel-high/
Published: August 30, 2025 16:45
Sheriff's deputies responding to possible threat at Mt. Miguel High School in Spring Valley determined it to be unfounded, authorities said.
Two DUI arrests reported at Chula Vista checkpoint
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/30/two-dui-arrests-reported-at-chula-vista-checkpoint/
Published: August 30, 2025 16:39
Two drivers were arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs at a Chula Vista police checkpoint Friday, authorities said.
13 possible victims, survivors found during San Diego-area human trafficking sting
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/30/13-possible-survivors-found-during-human-trafficking-sting/
Published: August 30, 2025 16:10
There were eight arrests during the three-day human trafficking operation in which undercover officers posed as sex workers.
Ocean Beach residents needed for filming of sitcomâs concert crowd
https://timesofsandiego.com/arts/2025/08/30/ob-residents-needed-for-filming-of-sitcoms-concert-crowd/
Published: August 30, 2025 16:00
Creators of a new sitcom about an OB band host a free Sept. 11 concert at Winstons, with locals invited to join crowd shots before the show.
Up to 1,000 volunteers to climb 110 flights of stairs for 9/11 Memorial Climb
https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2025/08/30/1000-volunteers-climb-110-flights-of-stairs-for-9-11-memorial-climb/
Published: August 30, 2025 15:25
FirefighterAid will Saturday host the 2025 San Diego 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel, where hundreds will complete a climb meant to symbolize scaling to the top of the World Trade Center's twin towers.
1 killed in fiery San Diego crash, brushfire on I-5
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/30/1-killed-in-fiery-san-diego-crash-brushfire-on-i-5/
Published: August 30, 2025 15:18
One person was killed when a white sedan went off the I-5 in San Diego and crashed into a tree, catching fire, authorities said Saturday.
Woman who walked away from San Diego inmate reentry program arrested in Perris
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/30/woman-walked-from-sd-inmate-reentry-program-arrested-perris/
Published: August 30, 2025 15:10
A 37-year-old woman who walked away from a San Diego County Female Community Reentry Program was apprehended Friday in Perris.
Officer hit by glass after hammer shatters window of Chula Vista police car
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/29/officer-hit-glass-hammer-shatters-window-chula-vista-police-car/
Published: August 30, 2025 04:05
Video caught a male bicyclist riding up, then hurling a hammer at the Chula Vista police vehicle. A man is in custody.
Escondido police shooting leaves woman wounded, shuts down part of I-15
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/29/escondido-police-shooting-woman-wounded-shuts-down-i-15/
Published: August 30, 2025 03:26
The shooting took place at about 5 p.m. Friday on the southbound side of Interstate 15, according to Escondido police.
Old Globeâs 2026 season features 3 world premieres
https://timesofsandiego.com/arts/2025/08/29/old-globe-releases-2026-season-lineup-world-premieres/
Published: August 30, 2025 01:46
Highlights of the season include "Fences," "Hedda Gabler," and an Old Globe favorite, the annual Summer Shakespeare Festival.
Safe Parking lot with new shower, office space reopens in El Cajon
https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2025/08/29/renovated-safe-parking-reopens-el-cajon/
Published: August 30, 2025 00:09
Following a year of renovations, San Diego County's Magnolia Safe Parking lot reopened with 16 spaces and new amenities.
Sheriffâs deputies plan DUI checkpoint in Poway on Friday night
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/29/sheriffs-deputies-plan-dui-checkpoint-in-poway-on-friday-night/
Published: August 29, 2025 23:00
Deputies will be stopping vehicles from 8 p.m. Friday to 2 a.m. Saturday to check for alcohol or marijuana impairment as well as proper licensing.
Prosecutors want to send GirlsDoPorn ringleader to prison for 22 years
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/29/prosecutors-girlsdoporn-pratt-prison-22-years/
Published: August 29, 2025 22:54
Michael James Pratt pleaded guilty in June to charges of sex trafficking and conspiracy to commit sex trafficking in the GirlsDoPorn case.
Trump administration to release $900 million in withheld education funds to California
https://timesofsandiego.com/education/2025/08/29/trump-administration-to-release-900-million-in-withheld-education-funds-to-california/
Published: August 29, 2025 22:50
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and 22 other state leaders sued to have a combined $6.8 billion in frozen education funds released.
Vista school on lockdown after student reports seeing two armed men
https://timesofsandiego.com/education/2025/08/29/vista-school-lockdown-after-student-reports-armed-men/
Published: August 29, 2025 22:30
Deputies searched the area after the student's account while seeking additional information from other students as the lockdown continued.
Warm and sunny weather expected for Labor Day weekend in San Diego
https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2025/08/29/warm-and-sunny-weather-expected-for-labor-day-weekend-in-san-diego/
Published: August 29, 2025 22:18
The National Weather Service office is forecasting warm, dry and sunny weather in San Diego for the Labor Day weekend, with temperatures highest on Monday.
Trump bond rule leaves more people stuck in immigration custody indefinitely
https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2025/08/29/trump-bond-rule-leaves-more-people-stuck-in-immigration-custody-indefinitely/
Published: August 29, 2025 21:45
Many are giving up on their immigration cases because they do not want to remain detained.
California task force to back San Diego, major cities in clearing homeless camps
https://timesofsandiego.com/politics/2025/08/29/california-task-force-to-back-san-diego-major-cities-in-clearing-homeless-camps/
Published: August 29, 2025 21:40
The SAFE Task Force will begin operating within 30 days in San Diego, Los Angeles, Long Beach and Anaheim, among other cities.
General Atomics completes giant magnet for international fusion energy project
https://timesofsandiego.com/tech/2025/08/29/general-atomics-completes-giant-magnet-for-international-fusion-energy-project/
Published: August 29, 2025 20:14
General Atomics has completed the last piece of a giant magnet that will be used in a groundbreaking nuclear fusion reactor.
Judge weighs spat between LA and Marilyn Monroe home owners
https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2025/08/29/judge-weighs-spat-between-la-and-marilyn-monroe-homeowners/
Published: August 29, 2025 17:16
Judge mulling dispute between LA, which has declared Marilyn Monroe's former home a cultural landmark, and a couple's desire to demolish it.
After 2 months of preparation, Oceanside History Center opens doors
https://timesofsandiego.com/education/2025/08/29/after-2-months-of-prep-oceanside-history-center-opens-doors/
Published: August 29, 2025 17:09
The Oceanside Historical Society opened the doors to its new location Friday, following two months of preparation and moving.
Citizen-led campaign finance reform heads to La Mesa City Council
https://timesofsandiego.com/politics/2025/08/29/citizen-led-campaign-reform-la-mesa-city-council/
Published: August 29, 2025 17:00
With no ordinance of its own, the city currently defaults to the limits set by state law, with individuals able to donate up to $5,900.
Opinion: It takes a community to get Kids ready for school and keep them going
https://timesofsandiego.com/opinion/2025/08/29/it-takes-a-community-to-get-kids-ready-for-school/
Published: August 29, 2025 17:00
Thanks to the Target Circle program, nonprofits across San Diego County have received local support to help make a difference in our neighborhoods.
Donald Trump revokes Kamala Harrisâ Secret Service protection
https://timesofsandiego.com/politics/2025/08/29/donald-trump-revokes-kamala-harris-secret-service-protection/
Published: August 29, 2025 16:02
Former President Joe Biden had previously extended her protection. Harris is set to embark on a book tour.
Family fun: Village View County Park to open in Fallbrook
https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2025/08/29/village-view-county-park-to-open-in-fallbrook/
Published: August 29, 2025 15:52
Fallbrook will soon welcome a new community gathering space with the opening of Village View County Park, a 6.8-acre site located just one block west of the Fallbrook Community Center.
Border czar: Immigration enforcement to ramp up in LA, other cities
https://timesofsandiego.com/politics/2025/08/29/immigration-enforcement-to-ramp-up-in-la-other-cities/
Published: August 29, 2025 15:33
Border czar Tom Homan said the U.S. will step up enforcement in sanctuary cities such as Los Angeles, without giving details.
San Diego City College students and staff are back for a new academic year
https://timesofsandiego.com/education/2025/08/29/sdcc-students-staff-back-for-new-academic-year/
Published: August 29, 2025 15:32
With more students signed up for classes this year than last, San Diego City College has officially opened its doors on the 2025-26 year.
CHPâs annual Labor Day weekend crackdown begins Friday
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/29/chps-annual-labor-day-weekend-crackdown-begins-friday/
Published: August 29, 2025 15:06
CHP's annual Labor Day weekend crackdown begins Friday.
Lemon Grove Sheriffâs Substation reopens after 19 Months
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/29/lemon-grove-sheriffs-substation-reopens-after-19-months/
Published: August 29, 2025 14:45
The Lemon Grove Sheriff's Substation reopened Thursday after being closed since January 2024 due to flood damage.
San Diego Weekend Guide: Aug. 29-31 â Labor Day edition
https://timesofsandiego.com/arts/2025/08/29/san-diego-weekend-guide-aug-29-31-labor-day-edition/
Published: August 29, 2025 12:55
No fretting, just fun this long San Diego weekend, with concerts at the forefront, a powwow and the ponies too.
One dead in crash on state Route 78 in Ramona
https://timesofsandiego.com/uncategorized/2025/08/28/one-dead-in-crash-on-state-route-78-in-ramona/
Published: August 29, 2025 06:50
The deadly crash happened on SR-78 at Weekend Villa Road in Ramona shortly before 4 p.m. Thursday,
San Diego State, in big first step, thrashes Stony Brook 42-0
https://timesofsandiego.com/sports/2025/08/28/san-diego-state-in-big-first-step-to-open-season-thrashes-stony-brook-42-0/
Published: August 29, 2025 06:27
SDSU's season got off to a rousing start as the Aztecs dominated with Jayden Denegal throwing for 208 yards and Lucky Sutton rushing for 100.
Escondidoâs âHoly Sexualityâ booster wins settlement, policy change from OpenAI
https://timesofsandiego.com/business/2025/08/28/escondidos-holy-sexuality-booster-wins-settlement-policy-change-from-openai/
Published: August 29, 2025 05:18
OpenAI agreed to remove "religious discrimination language" from its policy and give Holy Sexuality the 20% discount for a ChatGPT subscription that it offers other nonprofits.
Navy ace and disgraced congressman Randy âDukeâ Cunningham dead at 83
https://timesofsandiego.com/military/2025/08/28/navy-ace-and-disgraced-congressman-randy-duke-cunningham-dead-at-83/
Published: August 29, 2025 04:45
Former Rep. Randy âDukeâ Cunningham of San Diego, who became a decorated Navy fighter pilot but was later disgraced by a bribery conviction, has died at 83.
Holiday Bowl to be played in January for first time
https://timesofsandiego.com/sports/2025/08/28/holiday-bowl-to-be-played-in-january-for-first-time/
Published: August 29, 2025 00:41
The bowl game matches teams from the Atlantic Coast Conference and current or former teams from the Pac-12.
USS Lincoln, Miramar F-35 squadron complete 9-day exercise off Alaska
https://timesofsandiego.com/military/2025/08/28/uss-lincoln-miramar-f-35-squadron-complete-9-day-exercise-alaska/
Published: August 28, 2025 22:21
The aircraft carrier and its accompanying destroyers have completed a nine-day exercise off Alaska to test capabilities in this strategic location.
Newsom sending CHP crime suppression teams to support San Diego police
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/28/newsom-sending-chp-crime-suppression-teams-to-support-san-diego-police/
Published: August 28, 2025 22:09
CHP teams will work with SDPD and other local law enforcement agencies as part of efforts to reduce crime statewide.
Helixâs Senior Sunrise event means an early wakeup call for many students
https://timesofsandiego.com/education/2025/08/28/helixs-senior-sunrise-event-means-an-early-wakeup-call-for-many-students/
Published: August 28, 2025 20:54
The event, which allows seniors to bond in their final year of high school, is a Helix tradition that many seniors and staff enjoy.
U.S. Air Force to provide full military funeral honors to Ashli Babbitt
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/28/u-s-air-force-to-provide-full-military-funeral-honors-to-ashli-babbitt/
Published: August 28, 2025 20:38
The decision comes months after the federal government settled a wrongful death lawsuit brought by Babbitt's family for nearly $5 million.
Temaki Bar rolls out shark-inspired specials for âJAWSâ 50th
https://timesofsandiego.com/business/2025/08/28/temaki-bar-rolls-out-shark-inspired-specials-for-jaws-50th/
Published: August 28, 2025 18:52
If you love shushi, you're in luck as Temaki Bar: Handroll, Sushi, Sake in Encinitas is celebrating the 50th anniversary of 'JAWS.'
Opinion: Gov. Newsom playing for a tie in national redistricting battle
https://timesofsandiego.com/opinion/2025/08/28/newsom-playing-for-tie-in-national-redistricting-battle/
Published: August 28, 2025 18:18
Even if voters approve Prop. 50 and it generates five more Democratic members of Congress, it would merely offset the five-seat gain in Texas.
Tijuana River sewage crisis also polluting air, new study finds
https://timesofsandiego.com/health/2025/08/28/tijuana-river-polluting-air-new-study-finds/
Published: August 28, 2025 18:02
One foamy section of the river on Saturn Blvd. is responsible for air contamination and related health issues in Nestor and nearby areas.
A fired-up Gavin Newsom shares his pitch for a Democratic turnaround
https://timesofsandiego.com/politics/2025/08/28/a-fired-up-gavin-newsom-shares-his-pitch/
Published: August 28, 2025 17:53
The California governor suggests that Democrats drop their old rule book and adopt a more aggressive style to oppose President Donald Trump.
360 challahs to bring community together at JFS challah bake
https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2025/08/28/360-challahs-to-bring-community-together-at-jfs-challah-bake/
Published: August 28, 2025 17:46
360 challahs, one day, and community coming together is the goal for Jewish Family Service of San Diegoâs first challah baking event Sept. 14
CHP beefing up patrols for Labor Day weekend starting Friday
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/28/chp-beefing-up-patrols-for-labor-day-weekend-starting-friday/
Published: August 28, 2025 17:10
Statewide "maximum enforcement" for Labor Day weekend begins at 6 p.m. Friday and continues through 11:59 p.m. Monday.
San Diego County Fire upgrades with high-tech CPR devices
https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2025/08/28/san-diego-county-fire-upgrades-with-high-tech-cpr-devices/
Published: August 28, 2025 16:54
The AutoPulse provides "circumferential chest squeezing," which reportedly enables more effective compressions to improve blood flow.
Woman sentenced for fraud, identity theft
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/28/woman-sentenced-for-fraud-identity-theft/
Published: August 28, 2025 15:53
Maria Christina Hendricks, 53, whose last address outside custody was in San Diego County, pleaded guilty to fraud-related charges in 2023.
Members of alleged organized fraud ring face federal charges
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/28/alleged-organized-crime-elders-federal-charges-san-diego/
Published: August 28, 2025 15:24
Prosecutors say victims were contacted through unsolicited phone calls or emails and told they had mistakenly received refunds.
California school suspension rates remain high despite reforms
https://timesofsandiego.com/education/2025/08/28/california-school-suspension-rates-remain-high-despite-reforms/
Published: August 28, 2025 15:05
Researchers say recent actions by the federal administration threaten Californiaâs ability to address disproportionately high suspensions along racial lines.
Two jailed in Vista road-rage chase that left pedestrian seriously injured
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/27/two-jailed-vista-road-rage-chase-left-pedestrian-seriously-injured/
Published: August 28, 2025 04:59
A man and a woman were arrested Wednesday in connection with an apparent road-rage encounter in Vista that left an uninvolved pedestrian severely injured.
Driver arrested after allegedly ramming vehicles, leading deputies on chase in Vista
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/27/driver-arrested-after-allegedly-ramming-vehicles-leading-deputies-on-chase-in-vista/
Published: August 28, 2025 04:43
A man who allegedly used his pickup as a battering ram on five other vehicles Wednesday during a traffic rampage in Vista was arrested after leading deputies on a road and foot chase.
YouTube scambaiters help bust $65M fraud ring targeting seniors
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/27/youtube-scambaiters-help-bust-65m-fraud-ring-targeting-seniors/
Published: August 28, 2025 04:25
More than two dozen alleged members of a Chinese organized crime ring that allegedly defrauded senior citizens across the nation out of $65 million are facing federal charges in San Diego, it was announced Wednesday.
Youthful Stephanie Childress to conduct SD Symphonyâs Tchaikovsky Spectacular
https://timesofsandiego.com/arts/2025/08/27/youthful-stephanie-childress-to-conduct-sd-symphonys-tchaikovsky-spectacular/
Published: August 28, 2025 04:21
British conductor Stephanie Childress, 26, will lead the San Diego Symphony in its annual Tchaikovsky Spectacular at the Rady Shell on Saturday
Woman who died at hospital after being held at Las Colinas ODâd on fentanyl, meth
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/27/woman-died-hospital-las-colinas-overdosed-fentanyl/
Published: August 28, 2025 03:54
Deputies making routine rounds at the Las Colinas detention center found Callen Lines, 31, unresponsive in May.
Supervisors praise decision to boost South Bay sewage treatment by 10M gallons
https://timesofsandiego.com/politics/2025/08/27/supervisors-praise-boost-south-bay-sewage-treatment-million-gallons/
Published: August 28, 2025 03:42
The decision was called "a major step toward reducing untreated sewage flows" along the border in the South Bay.
Report: Life sciences firm Dexcom to lay off almost 200 San Diego workers
https://timesofsandiego.com/business/2025/08/27/report-life-sciences-firm-dexcom-lay-off-200-san-diego-workers/
Published: August 28, 2025 01:51
Itâs another set of layoffs for the company, located in Sorrento Valley. The firm specializes in technology for glucose biosensing.
San Diego man who posed as doctor to entice teen athlete online pleads guilty
https://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/08/27/san-diego-man-posed-doctor-lure-teen-athlete-online-guilty/
Published: August 28, 2025 01:33
The University City man's plea agreement states that prosecutors will seek a 13-year sentence. He faces state charges as well.
Broken promises: Advocates want pathways for safety restored for Afghans who backed military
https://timesofsandiego.com/military/2025/08/27/safety-stripped-away-for-afghans-who-supported-us-military/
Published: August 28, 2025 00:52
Advocates are seeking support for a bill to restart and strengthen the office overseeing the resettlement of Afghans in the U.S.
Nominate La Mesa, San Diego downtown and uptown businesses for our Best Of contests
https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2025/08/27/best-of-la-mesa-san-diego-downtown-uptown-favorite-businesses/
Published: August 28, 2025 00:44
Nominate and vote on the best businesses in La Mesa and San Diego's uptown and downtown areas.
San Diegoâs Svadja draws in US Open crowd by challenging Djokovic, but master prevails
https://timesofsandiego.com/sports/2025/08/27/san-diegos-svadja-draws-in-us-open-crowd-by-challenging-djokovic-but-master-prevails/
Published: August 27, 2025 23:18
For an hour in the largest stadium in the sport, the San Diegan, 22, stood right up to the greatest player in the sportâs history, Novak Djokovic.
San Diego home market in âremarkable transformationâ as prices fall again
https://timesofsandiego.com/business/2025/08/27/san-diego-home-market-in-remarkable-transformation-as-prices-fall-again/
Published: August 27, 2025 22:44
Prices for local single-family homes fell 0.31% in June following a 0.08% decline in May, and are down 0.61% for the past 12 months.
San Diego Public Library launches series of zombie takeovers
https://timesofsandiego.com/life/2025/08/27/san-diego-public-library-launches-series-of-zombie-takeovers/
Published: August 27, 2025 22:21
The event, which was held at the Pacific Beach/Taylor Library, was open to students from third to eighth grades.
After renovations, Crown Point Junior Music Academy welcomes students
https://timesofsandiego.com/education/2025/08/27/after-renovations-crown-point-junior-music-academy-welcomes-students/
Published: August 27, 2025 21:50
After three years of pouring concrete, the entire campus is new, except the library and the covered outdoor eating area.
San Diego Made Summer Market to bring talented creatives to Liberty Station
https://timesofsandiego.com/arts/2025/08/27/san-diego-made-summer-market-creatives-liberty-station/
Published: August 27, 2025 20:25
A nonprofit is holding a family-friendly summer market from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday at Preble Field in Liberty Station.
Patrick Henry High School Link Crew helps new students learn the ropes
https://timesofsandiego.com/education/2025/08/27/patrick-henry-high-link-crew-helping-new-students/
Published: August 27, 2025 19:28
Link Crew upperclassmen are there to make the transition from middle school to high school a little less daunting.
Navy secretary calls for business approach to readiness in San Diego visit
https://timesofsandiego.com/military/2025/08/27/navy-secretary-calls-for-business-approach-to-readiness-in-san-diego-visit/
Published: August 27, 2025 19:14
Navy Secretary John Phelan called for managing the service like a business to improve readiness and innovate faster during a visit to Naval Base San Diego.
Graffiti, trash and potholes: See how your neighborhood ranks in our top 10 lists
https://timesofsandiego.com/data/2025/08/27/graffiti-trash-potholes-top-10-ranking/
Published: August 27, 2025 19:01
This week, we take a look at how city neighborhoods stack up on three of the most common public service requests in San Diego.
Karl Strauss releasing Oktoberfest Märzen Lager at 4 SD brewpubs
https://timesofsandiego.com/business/2025/08/27/karl-strauss-releasing-oktoberfest-marzen-lager-at-4-sd-brewpubs/
Published: August 27, 2025 18:36
On September 2, Karl Strauss Brewing Co. will tap its seasonal Oktoberfest beer for the 37th consecutive year, reviving a beloved tradition.
Howl-O-Scream returns to SeaWorld San Diego with new horrors for fifth year
https://timesofsandiego.com/arts/2025/08/27/howl-o-scream-returns-seaworld-san-diego-new-horrors-fifth-year/
Published: August 27, 2025 18:10
Brace yourself. SeaWorld San Diegoâs Howl-O-Scream, the cityâs largest and most fear-inducing Halloween event, is back starting Sept. 12 and will haunt select nights through Nov. 1.
Hyundai donates refrigerated trailer to SD Food Bank
https://timesofsandiego.com/uncategorized/2025/08/27/hyundai-donates-refrigerated-trailer-to-sd-food-bank/
Published: August 27, 2025 17:35
The trailer will be used to transport perishable goods from the food bank's Miramar warehouse to distribution sites throughout the region.
Mythical siblings set the stage for lovable Roman food at Little Italy eatery
https://timesofsandiego.com/business/2025/08/27/mythical-siblings-set-stage-for-lovable-roman-food/
Published: August 27, 2025 17:25
The story behind the restaurantâs name centers on twin brothers, Romulus and Remus, who were conceived by a human mother and the God of War.
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