One photo shows someone wearing a T-shirt that says “Catholics vs. Convicts III,” another shows Cathedral players making a gang sign
Entertainment venues remain cautious about growing audiences too quickly
San Diego mayor’s spending plan cuts library hours 23 percent, but boosts firefighter hiring and climate action plan
The first version of ‘Power Your Drive’ ran $25 million over budget
Judge said school districts have their own unique issues that affect how fast they can reopen full-time
Disturbing bodycam video shows a 13-year-old boy appearing to drop a handgun and begin raising his hands less than a second before a Chicago police officer shoots and kills him
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The fire-ravaged former amphibious assault ship Bonhomme Richard left San Diego Thursday
The self-driving truck company raised over $1 billion Thursday when it listed on Nasdaq
NWS says Sunday’s afternoon game will be picture perfect
The city’s planning agency considered new townhouses for the growing area of San Diego
Ex-Seismic vice president Al Bsharah joins startup community leader Neal Bloom at Interlock Capital
State and national politics
WASHINGTON - Democratic leaders on Thursday expressed opposition to a new proposal from a group of liberal lawmakers that would expand the Supreme Court from nine to 13 justices, underscoring tensions within the party over how to address concerns that the nation’s high court will remain reliably conservative for years to come.
Corruption underscores the challenge Harris confronts in working with leaders of El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras to stem migration to the U.S.
The House Judiciary Committee voted along party lines to send a bill to the floor for the first time to study reparations for slavery and systemic racism in the U.S.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is making an unannounced visit to Afghanistan to sell Afghan leaders and a wary public on President Joe Biden’s decision to withdraw all American troops from the country
The Color of Authority
Community searches for answers while data show Blacks suffer force one and a half times as often as Whites
In nearly 90 percent of police beats throughout San Diego, Blacks were stopped at higher rates than Whites
Blacks, Latinos, Native Americans bear brunt of racial biases in local policing
Coronavirus
Here are the latest statistics on COVID-19 cases in the county
In a bid to vaccinate 1.9 million San Diegans against COVID-19 by July, the county and local health systems have launched immunization sites throughout the region. Check out this map to find the location nearest you and schedule an appointment.
Here are the latest demographic data on COVID-19 cases in the county
Here is the latest COVID-19 data from our local hospitals
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Funds from the program could wipe away rent debt accumulated by low-income tenants through the end of March
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Interactive maps of COVID-19 cases in San Diego County
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You’ll find this FAQ embedded in many of our coronavirus-related stories going forward. We’ll add updates as new information comes in
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Here are the latest demographic data on COVID-19 vaccinations
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Police in Indianapolis say eight people were shot and killed in a shooting late Thursday at a Fedex facility
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People heard shots about 5:30 p.m. at Harness and Presioca streets in the La Presa neighborhood
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Akilah Weber won the 79th District Assembly seat with almost 52 percent of the vote in special election
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Police found a loaded handgun in the driver’s car after the pursuit
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Deputies say silver Audi A4 may have evidence of damage
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The driver who died ran into the back of a tractor-trailer in the slow lane of southbound I-15, north of the exit ramp to Old Highway 395
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The victim was shot as he was standing with a companion in the parking lot of the AM/PM store on E Street shortly before 12:30 a.m
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The incident involved a person who had applied for admission to the U.S. from Mexico.
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Dispatchers received a call shortly after 12:35 a.m. that an intoxicated man jumped into the ocean and was having difficulty swimming
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San Diegans will find a lot of local flavor in San Diego Studio’s MLB The Show 21
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Shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. almost certain to come off IL for three-game set at Petco Park
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Four runs in first inning lead to easy win, best seven-game road trip in 15 seasons
Friday, April 16
San Diego News Fix
After crossing the border in Texas, asylum-seeking families are being flown to San Diego and released into Tijuana without the chance to apply for help. Reporter Kate Morrissey has the story.
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Podcasts
Get the story behind the story. Kristy Totten interviews reporters about what matters in San Diego.
A weekly podcast celebrating people who have shaped San Diego and been shaped by it.
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This week, LITVAKdance, Women’s Theatre Festival, Dolly Parton and more
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UC San Diego acting teacher plays a territorial high school counselor in the new Disney+ series ‘Big Shot’
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The home-turned-art space, Kali Artist Konnect Arts and Culture Center, lets artists showcase work and host events in Chollas View
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Nation needs law like California’s limiting officers’ use of lethal force
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Disparities in policing outcomes begin with external factors found in our communities outside of law enforcement’s exclusive control, such as educational and employment opportunities, poverty, homelessness, access to physical and mental health care, and crime.
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There is no place in the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department for any individual who would allow racial bias to interfere with the fair and just execution of their duties.
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City might be better off just cutting its losses
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Biden administration must be careful with messaging
See more editorial cartoons from Steve Breen here.
Racial Justice Commentary
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Stop AAPI Hate counted 3,795 incidents of racism, harassment and violence against the Asian American Pacific Islander community this past year. Then six Asian women were among eight people killed in the Atlanta area.
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This year, Ramadan will begin on a Monday, April 13, and end on a Thursday, May 12.
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San Diego families were working hard and struggling even before the pandemic.
Images from Union-Tribune staff and contributing freelance photographers
Padres officially unveil Joe Musgrove mural at Grossmont High School
Tatiana Ortiz Rubio creates a mural installation at Bread & Salt
MIGRANT VOICES TODAY FILM COMPETITION
The Migrant Voices Today Film Challenge showcases diverse short-form films exploring loss, separation, current political realities and COVID-19’s effects on migrants, refugees and asylum seekers on a worldwide scale.
Director Andrés González
Directors Mayra A. Flores & Nicholas Manting Brewer
Directors Raj Yagnik, Kris G
Director Matan Rochlitz
Director Miguel Angel Duran
Director Hugo Crosthwaite
Director Christian Delgadillo
Director Ana Falcon
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Lawyer’s life experience shapes her compassionate focus
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Currently on ‘Hell’s Kitchen,’ San Diego chef Lauren Lawless has overcome adversity to become a culinary entrepreneur
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Local groups work with county initiative in hard-hit areas
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Denying claims by residents, judge rules San Diego properly analyzed potential impacts of new dense zoning
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The defense at the murder trial of former Officer Derek Chauvin in the death of George Floyd has rested its case without putting Chauvin on the stand, wrapping up after two days of testimony to the prosecution’s two weeks
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Coronavirus doses available to anyone age 16 or older starting April 15
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Nationwide chain offers traditional flavor that will bring back memories
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San Diego County policy change comes after news stories, complaints from deceased inmates’ relatives
For some people, going back into the world after a year of isolation produces ambivalence or even fear.
Janeth Iriarte, 33, holed up with Christopher Marquez in trash bin Monday at San Diego High School
Mexico President Andrés Manuel López Obrador says he’ll travel next week to his country’s southern border to discuss with the region’s governors and mayors efforts to stop child migrants being smuggled into the country
There were numerous reports about the welfare of three Reseda toddlers before they were killed Saturday, allegedly by their mother.
Mexico once embraced renewable energies. Now President Andrés Manuel López Obrador is doubling down on dirty fossil fuels such as coal.
Cantamar residents, many of whom are U.S. retirees, are caught up in a complicated land dispute
San Diegans wanting to help support the unaccompanied children in federal custody can donate money, time or certain bulk items, officials say
The Biden administration has struck an agreement with Mexico, Honduras and Guatemala to temporarily surge troops to their borders in an effort to reduce the tide of migration to the U.S. border
Amid a new push to vaccinate Homeland Security employees, the wife of a hospitalized Border Patrol agent urges others not to delay COVID-19 shots.
After Border Patrol apprehends the families in Texas, they are flown to San Diego and sent to Tijuana, a city they do not know
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The longtime county board of education leader had a school named after him in France in 2018
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An unnamed former employee of Naval Information Warfare Center in San Diego is alleged to be the mastermind
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The announcement comes 13 months after the Marines closed graduations due to the coronavirus pandemic
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In first gathering since COVID struck, Allied Gardens Kiwanis recognizes its ‘Greatest Generation’ members
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In April 1981 astronauts John Young and Robert Crippen rode the space shuttle Columbia into orbit.
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The San Diego Union once refused to publish original poetry, then encouraged it
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On April 9, 1966, Tracy Barnes and Terry Wright took off from the Hotel del Coronado for a journey to the East Coast in a hot air balloon.
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In April 1926 a waterspout came ashore in National City, creating what the National Weather Service in San Diego has called the worst tornado on record in San Diego County.
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AARP finds that flexible work, paid time off, other policies could add $1.7 trillion by 2030
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The funding will support a rare opportunity for parents of children age 3 and under
More than 100 San Diego-area restaurants are participating in this week’s event
Owner Libby Lefanowicz says San Diego is the perfect for place for this healthy dessert
The bass singer plays Don Basilio in the drive-in version of “The Barber of Seville”
Congratulations on getting into college! Here are some movies to help you through the next four years.
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San Diego State fans can get a glimpse of activity at SDSU Mission Valley site in real time
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Looking forward to the 2021 NFL Draft? Here’s an in-depth look at what the Seahawks will do.
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Looking forward to the 2021 NFL Draft? Here’s an in-depth look at what the Rams will do.
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The Garv praises Peter Seidler, Padres growth; this team could use his durability, clutch hitting
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By the end of the next fiscal year, the port’s reserve balance is anticipated to drop to $34 million, despite a policy that requires it to keep $61 million on hand
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Developer Sunroad Enterprises hopes to break ground in 2023, with completion of the 450-room hotel expected 2 years later
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Residents of San Diego County are paying more for gasoline, used vehicles, food and energy.
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Appeal looks to overturn a controversial bill passed in 2019
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Tickets for scaled-down version of San Diego County Fair go on sale online May 1
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This week’s San Diego dining news: San Diego Restaurant Week, Kettner Exchange and more
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Upcoming San Diego concerts include Camarada’s Friday Stevie Wonder tribute, two Gilbert Castellanos-led jazz series and a Mt. Joy and a Trampled By Turtles double-header
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Two firms with local roots team up to give a couple who had to postpone their marriage a $40,000 dream wedding
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Traditionally tossed parts, like broccoli stems and cauliflower leaves, deserve a place on your table — and minimize food waste
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Knott’s Berry Farm plans to reopen May 6 for season-ticket holders and May 21 for the general public. Disneyland and Universal Studios will open in April.
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Since 2018, girls have been able to join Boy Scouts of America, and many are drawn by the prestigious Eagle honor
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Fernish among companies tailoring menu of mix-and-match furnishings attracting young professionals
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Water board wants waste management measures at Del Mar Horse Park
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Negrete was charged with transporting undocumented immigrants
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Encampment along South Oceanside Boulevard was mostly cleared Tuesday
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Team worked quickly with artists, school district to commemorate historic achievement
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A California woman says in a jailhouse interview that she drowned her three young children to protect them from abuse by their father in the midst of a custody battle
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Mother in California says she drowned 3 children to protect them from father’s sex abuse
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Republican leaders of Congress have been making the trip to Mar-a-Lago to see Donald Trump
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Police say a podcaster’s efforts helped them track down a suspect in the killing of California college student Kristin Smart nearly a quarter-century ago
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Indianapolis police say 8 people shot and killed at Fedex facility; multiple others have injuries
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Tokyo Olympic organizers are again being forced to assure the world that the postponed games will open in just 100 days despite surging COVID-19 cases in Japan
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The investigation into Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz threatens to become a liability for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis as he runs for reelection ahead of a possible presidential bid in 2024
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Louisiana is making a full-court press to get shots in arms, with sometimes creative outreach to make it as easy as possible to get vaccinated
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Justin Turner y Max Muncy conectan vuelacercas de tres carreras y Dodgers derrotan 7-5 a Rockies en el primer salvamento de David Price en temporada regular
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Stephen Piscotty y Matt Olson sacuden sendos jonrones y respaldar a Sean Manaea en su primera victoria de la temporada, y Atléticos encadenan su quinto triunfo al arrollar 8-4 a Tigres
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Jaylen Brown encesta cuatro de sus 40 puntos en el último minuto y Celtics vencen 121-113 a Lakers pese a desperdiciar gran parte de sus 27 tantos de ventaja en el último cuarto
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Un tiroteo en unas instalaciones de Fedex in Indianapolis deja múltiples heridos y el tirador se suicida, según la policía
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