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Mayor’s Departure Marks End of an Era for Struggling National City
Mayor Ron Morrison has dominated National City politics for more than three decades. His surprise retirement announcement comes as the city faces urgent questions about its future.
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County Automatically Deleted Emails Tied to Contractor Scandal
The county auto-deleted whistleblower emails before a criminal embezzlement scandal…
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Politics Report: Things to Watch
We’re just a couple weeks away from the traditional start…
In San Diego, You Can’t Really Trust Sidewalks
Our European intern and full-time pedestrian discovered just how often…
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A New Midway Rising Bill Is Coming
State Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson and other San Diego delegates seem to be doing the things they would do to pull off a “gut-and-amend” maneuver at the state Legislature that would replace a bill with one to help get the…
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‘IRL Summer’ Is Here. Check out Voice of San Diego’s Playlist of Local Artists
We’ve compiled 38 local songs to help keep you humming on…
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SOUTH COUNTY
Last-Minute Changes Shake Up South County Races
A surprise retirement announcement, late entrants and a candidate withdrawal are scrambling contests for power in San Diego’s fast-changing border…
South County Report: How a Union-Backed Bid to Overhaul Chula Vista’s Government Unraveled
A prominent labor union launched an ambitious effort to remake Chula Vista’s elected government. Voters had other ideas.
The Other Cardenas Working in Politics
One of San Diego County’s most prominent labor unions paid at least $18,000 to a digital marketing firm run by…
South County Report: Chula Vista Is on the Verge of Radically Reshaping Its Government
A proposed ballot measure would change how city leaders are elected, paid and do their work. Here’s everything you need…
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ENVIRONMENT
Is There Enough Cliff to Support Any Del Mar Housing Development?
State agencies only require developers to prove buildings can withstand erosion for 75 years.
Mexico and US Team-Up to Build Desalination Plant
An international bank says the plant is being built to reduce Tijuana’s reliance on the dwindling Colorado River.
Environment Report: Community Power Survey Reveals Employees Underwhelmed By CEO
Employees identified opportunities for growth in Karin Burns’ leadership of the power-buying agency.
NORTH COUNTY
Escondido Residents Left Waiting on Ice Rink Deal at Kit Carson Park
Residents are waiting on city leaders to weigh in on a controversial 16-acre ice rink proposed for a beloved park.
New Del Mar Fairgrounds CEO on Ushering in a New Era
The Fairgrounds last CEO was fired abruptly. Becky Bartling hopes to steady the ship and plan for the future.
Encinitas Passes on Money to House Homeless
Encinitas leaders passed on a chance at $4 million to address homelessness, again rejecting state housing and homeless policies.
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San Diego’s Public Restroom Problem Goes Far Beyond Our Beaches
Only one restroom downtown remains open 24/7 – and it’s at a homeless shelter.
Parks for None of Us
The San Diego City Council approved a housing project on land that could have been a park. What gives?
Letter to the Editor: Apartment Vacancy Rates Paint an Incomplete Picture
David Malcolm is the president of Cal West Apartments, Inc. In last Saturday’s “Politics Report,” Will Huntsberry tackled the thorny issue of apartment vacancy rates (apparently the highest in this…
Opinion: South Bay Residents Deserve Accountability
Litigation is often one of the few tools available to ordinary citizens when powerful entities fail to fulfill their legal obligations.
Why Operating a Desalination Plant in California Is a High-Stakes Gamble
Keith R. Solar is an attorney. He lives in Point Loma. California’s acceptance of desalination has ebbed and flowed over the years as the state grapples with shoring up water…
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