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Seniors Stay Longer at Homeless Shelters Than Others
On average, seniors stay longer at homeless shelters than younger San Diegans. They have few housing options and work propsects.
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County Contractor Case Getting More Troubling
The District Attorney’s Office says a former county contractor may…
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Sacramento Report: Another Rail Corridor Nothingburger
The most recent legislative effort to address LOSSAN is coming…
Judge Orders Children’s Hospital to Extend Trans Patient Care
Gender-transition care must be provided at least through April 27.
Morning report
Morning Report: Seniors Staying Longer at Shelters
A growing population of San Diegans over the age of 55 are staying at shelters longer than their younger counterparts. Our city hall reporter, Mariana Martínez Barba, wanted to know why. A spokesperson from the San Diego Housing Commission said…
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SOUTH COUNTY
South County Report: San Ysidro Schools Slash Budget to Avert Insolvency
Leaders with the San Ysidro School District plan to cut nearly $5 million from its annual budget.
South County Report: Chula Vista Chief’s Lawyer Preparing Anti-White Discrimination Lawsuit
I was out of town last week on a trip with my family. I should have known better. As always…
Mayoral Hopeful Seeks New Era for National City
City Councilmember Jose Rodriguez says a ‘1960s vision’ stalls progress in his cash-strapped city. Prominent Democrats say his mayoral bid…
South County Report: Democrats Seek to Regain Momentum
‘It’s the economy, stupid.’ Party leaders weigh in on how Dems can make progress on the region’s most pressing problems.…
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ENVIRONMENT
Opinion: As We Reach 10 Years of the Carlsbad Desalination Plant, Let’s Not Forget Why it’s Needed
Ten years after the opening of the Carlsbad Desalination Plant, it remains a reliable water source amid ecological uncertainty.
Valentine’s Day Marks Next Crucial Deadline on the Colorado River
But none of the U.S. states negotiating the river’s future have any love for each other.
Environment Report: Why San Diego Community Power Is Stockpiling Cash
The region’s government-run electricity buyer has over half a billion in its rainy-day fund but hasn’t used any of it to lower rates. Here’s why.
NORTH COUNTY
North County Report: Saying Goodbye to a Beloved Strip Mall
Carlsbad says goodbye to a local landmark. Plus, Escondido leaders are talking about that ICE contract tonight.
North County Report: Health District Prepares for New Management
Palomar Health’s new partnership with UCSD Health is moving quickly with big changes underway, meanwhile I’m still trying to get the state to weigh in on the new governance structure.
North County Report: Affordable Housing Plans in Del Mar Are Still Pending
Also, Escondido residents are decrying a police contract that allows ICE agents to train at a local firing range.
opinion and commentary
Opinion: San Diego County Governance Needs an Overhaul and Stronger Guardrails
County government should extend term limits and add an independent auditor, budget analyst and ethics commission.
Opinion: Carl DeMaio Stands in the Way of a San Diego Republican Comeback
Republicans are tired of the infighting. We want to focus our energy on defeating failed Democratic leaders—not dodging grenades thrown by someone who claims to be on our side.
Opinion: San Diego’s Budget Challenges Deserve Less Rhetoric and More Data-Driven Analysis
Former Coronado Mayor Richard Bailey missed the mark with his rhetoric-reliant analysis of San Diego’s budget crisis.
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