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Coalition Launches Signature Drive for New Sales Tax to Address San Diego County’s Health and Safety Needs
In an ambitious move to tackle pressing public health and safety issues, a coalition of local labor unions and child care advocacy groups has filed a proposed half-cent sales tax measure with the San Diego County Registrar of Voters. Dubbed the Protect San Diego County’s Health & Safety Act, the measure aims to raise approximately […]
Major Milestone for National City: Long-Awaited Waterfront Redevelopment Approved
For decades, residents of National City have envisioned a vibrant waterfront that mirrors those of neighboring cities like Chula Vista and San Diego. This dream has taken a significant leap towards realization following a groundbreaking decision made by the California Coastal Commission this past Wednesday. The commission unanimously approved the N
Progress in San Diego’s Homelessness Crisis: A Narrowing Math Problem
As the city of San Diego grapples with its ongoing homelessness crisis, recent statistics from the Regional Task Force on Homelessness shed light on encouraging trends that could pave the way for a more sustainable solution. Over the past year, the imbalance between those falling into homelessness and those being housed has shown signs of […
San Diego Unified School District Takes Bold Steps Towards Affordable Housing for Educators
In an unprecedented move that could reshape the landscape of affordable housing in California, San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD) is gearing up for a pivotal board meeting this Wednesday to vote on ambitious plans aimed at addressing the pressing need for workforce housing. The initiative comes amidst a growing trend among school districts a
San Diego Unified Postpones Pivotal Vote on Education Workforce Housing
In a meeting brimming with tension and differing priorities, the San Diego Unified School District board decided to delay a crucial vote on one of California's largest affordable housing initiatives for education workers. Despite initial plans to approve housing proposals that could yield up to 1,500 units across five district-owned sites, the
San Diego County Proposes Controversial Use of Reserve Funds for Employee Bonuses
San Diego County officials are considering a contentious plan to utilize reserve funds to retroactively cover millions of dollars in bonuses awarded to county employees. This move has sparked a heated debate regarding fiscal responsibility and the potential impacts on critical services, particularly in light of ongoing funding uncertainties. Backgr
Disagreement Over Hydrogen Sulfide Levels Sparks Concern in San Diego’s South Bay
The ongoing debate regarding hydrogen sulfide levels in the Tijuana River Valley has uncovered alarming discrepancies between scientific assessments and public health regulations. This contentious issue recently escalated into a community crisis, as residents grapple with unclear health risks associated with exposure to this hazardous gas. A Toxic
Union Relations in Turmoil: SDG&E Faces Backlash from Local 465 Amid Contract Negotiations
Recent tensions between San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E) and its largest labor union, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 465, are raising concerns regarding the stability of their longstanding partnership. As contract negotiations approach in 2026 for around 1,800 employees, friction between the utility provider
Hydrogen Sulfide Crisis Unfolds in San Diego’s South Bay: Residents Unprotected from Toxic Gas
The South Bay region of San Diego County is facing a potential public health crisis stemming from alarming levels of hydrogen sulfide gas, a toxic byproduct of pollution spilling across the U.S.-Mexico border via the Tijuana River. This constitutes not only an environmental catastrophe but a grave risk to the health of the residents living [&hellip