Imperial Beach mayor latest to announce bid to replace Nora Vargas
Chula Vista Mayor John McCann and San Diego City Councilmember Vivian Moreno have also expressed...
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In 3 years since trolley’s Blue Line extension, why hasn’t more housing been developed along it?
One reason for optimism about eventual development along the new line is steady growth in...
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Revenue surge from non-baseball events at Petco Park is a win for Padres, city
A new revenue-sharing deal has increased the city's annual payout from about $650,000 to nearly...
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In the fight over Liberty Station’s future, San Diego seeks appraisals — not to sell it, but to avoid selling
It's part of a complex effort to avoid selling Liberty Station to the national property...
San Diego County supervisors award pay raises to three top appointees
They got raises of 5% to 7%, after performance evaluations found the higher pay was...
San Diego County supervisors want free transit for more people leaving jail
Under current practices, only those people leaving jail with less than $7 in cash are...
San Diego is again paying out controversial pension bonuses — a record-tying $7.3M this time
Critics say the money should be used to pay down the city's $3.5 billion pension...
San Diego County will sell off more than 700 properties for past taxes
It is the county's biggest sale of so-called tax-defaulted properties in seven years.
Should Nora Vargas’ replacement be appointed or elected? Supervisors will decide next month.
As the dust settles, here’s what we’ve learned about what’s to come for the Board...
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Manchester/Edgemoor project for 70-acre NAVWAR property takes shape
The development team selected to remake Midway District military campus is proposing replacement Navy facilities,...
In surprise announcement, Nora Vargas will step down as supervisor, just after re-election
Vargas, who has been open about facing harassment and threats, cited 'personal safety and security...
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In striking a deal, San Diego nears the end of its pensions legal saga. But there’s another problem to solve.
A new agreement leaves only one group of workers still mired in Prop. B controversy:...
Three new Coronado leaders vote to appoint a council member, bypassing an election
All three newly sworn-in elected officials voted in favor of a council appointment, with incumbent...
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‘We have options.’ San Diego may be able to deny Turquoise tower in Pacific Beach
State housing agency confirms the project's eligibility for controversial density bonuses — but stops short...
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Former port commissioner seeking more than $1M in damages for agency’s ‘unlawful retaliation’
Sandy Naranjo filed a tort claim with the port, alleging the agency falsely accused her...
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In Coronado, Awaken Church sparks a citywide debate over faith, freedom and hate
Its militantly right-wing politics have prompted a sustained opposition campaign, and created some 'pretty dramatic...
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Dueling sales taxes, depressed turnout: See how your neighborhood voted
We broke down turnout, presidential margins and the biggest sales tax measures across San Diego...
The newest San Diego council committee’s task? Making the city more affordable
'Addressing and decreasing cost of living is essential,' new Council President Joe LaCava said.
Water rates could soar more than 60% within 5 years under proposed hikes
City officials say bills for an average customer in 2026 would remain below the county...
Chula Vista’s new City Council members take oaths of office
Cesar Fernandez and Michael Inzunza start four-year terms, prioritizing public safety and job growth
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San Diego is eyeing slashing budgets. Could fewer middle managers and higher parking fees help avoid deep cuts?
'We have to be much more strategic. Looking at how we impact our communities requires...
Supervisors OK $2M to help migrants traveling through San Diego County amid busy holiday season
'Usually, as it gets closer to Christmas, that's when the backlog starts happening — because...
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Port buys Coronado Cays lease for $3M, kills controversial RV resort project
The Port of San Diego has agreed to buy out the lease for the property...
County aims to further limit cooperation with immigration authorities, but sheriff pushes back
Sheriff Kelly Martinez says her office already follows state law that limits how law enforcement...
To fight jail deaths, San Diego County supervisors approve new powers for civilian oversight board
Sheriff Kelly Martinez opposed the plan. 'There is an active narrative that we are not...
Joe LaCava named San Diego City Council president by colleagues
Newly elected City Attorney Heather Ferbert was sworn in Tuesday, along with re-elected city officials.
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San Diego’s public golf courses are raking in millions in profits — and helping fund some major upgrades
Golfing has boomed since early in the pandemic, and with the city's golf courses paying...
How good is your internet? San Diego wants to know where broadband access is best and worst
Residents are being asked to take an internet speed test and an access survey to help...
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San Diego’s new city attorney is a housing expert and ‘nerd’ who loves ‘messy’ issues. Her job offers plenty.
'I want to find ways that we can use the office of city attorney to...
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Balboa Park’s Botanical Building reopens after $26.5M restoration
Closed for nearly three years, the debut of the painstakingly restored park attraction coincides with...
After years of jail deaths, newest county supervisor proposes expanding civilian oversight of sheriff
Among other reforms, Monica Montgomery Steppe wants to broaden the review board’s investigative authority to...
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San Diego abandons plan for new City Hall
Mayor Todd Gloria has tabled an ambitious redevelopment plan for the city's Civic Center real...
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Coronado’s city council is set, now that election results are official. How will it choose a new colleague?
Mark Fleming and Amy Steward won two open seats, as Laura Wilkinson Sinton narrowly trailed...
National City censures newly re-elected council member
Jose Rodriguez could be banned from serving on regional boards
Facing large deficits after voters reject sales tax hike, San Diego is considering emergency cuts
Projected budget deficits of nearly $1.5 billion over the next five years are prompting drastic...
San Diego unveils city’s first AIDS memorial in new Bankers Hill park
The small park at Olive Street and Third Avenue includes memorial boulders and interpretive panels...
Throughout Assembly campaign, La Mesa council member solicited donations to charity that employs him, records show
The funds were directed to Circulate San Diego, a nonprofit research and advocacy firm committed...
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Who will decide the fate of Liberty Station? City’s battle with developer for control spills into public view
Seligman Properties is trying to force San Diego to sell, citing state law — and...
Assessor reports $1M behested payment, biggest charitable donation made at a local elected official’s request
But Jordan Marks said he had almost nothing to do with the more than $1...
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San Diego federal judge nominee now a political pawn in run-up to Trump inauguration
Republicans could try to block Senate confirmation of U.S. Magistrate Judge Benjamin Cheeks in waning...
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Dozens of lost records, decades-long waiting lists: Audit details city mismanagement of Mission Bay boat storage
'We do not charge proper fees, we don’t have clear rules, we have not even...
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Poway Unified illegally paid for bond campaign mailers 5 years ago, state watchdog says
The Fair Political Practices Commission prescribed a $13,500 penalty, which Poway Unified agreed to pay.
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Fight over Midway District’s height limit not over yet
Environmental group Save Our Access is asking an appellate court to invalidate the ballot measure...
Mayor Gloria uses his elected office to solicit donations to nonprofits. Now another city leader is joining him.
A spokesperson said Mayor Gloria's record of soliciting contributions reflects his willingness to use his...
UC San Diego buys MOCA downtown, will create $15M arts campus dubbed ‘The Depot’
UCSD has been boosting its presence downtown since the Blue Line trolley extension to the...
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How did Democratic- and Republican-backed candidates fare in San Diego County’s toughest school board races?
The county's single most expensive school board campaign raised more than $102,000. That wasn't enough...
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The loophole for coastal ADUs is officially closed. That hasn’t ended these neighbors’ war over one.
They haven't spoken for months, and a new backyard apartment on their property line remains...
Overwhelming support for La Mesa tax measure
City Council will have two new members
Prospects dim for San Diego rodeo crackdown
The lack of enthusiasm for new restrictions appears to be a significant victory for rodeo...
Councilmember Alysson Snow elected Lemon Grove mayor
Measure T wins support from Lemon Grove voters
Melendez, Fox prevail in Vista council race
Candidates focus on public safety, housing
Musgrove, LeBlang notch wins in San Marcos council race
Measure Q, a one-cent sales tax, also passes
Sales tax, incumbents apparent winners in El Cajon
Measure J had overwhelming support from voters
Sales tax, incumbents apparent winners in El Cajon
El Cajon City Councilmember Steve Goble, left, is running for re-election against Courtney Hall. (Courtesy...
National City is about to have its first official District 2 and 4 reps
Jose Rodriguez and Marcus Bush remain up top in their respective district races; voters reject...
Garcia, Fitzgerald win council seats in Escondido
One-cent sales tax measure passes easily
Chula Vista elects two new City Council members
Michael Inzunza and Cesar Fernandez received a majority of votes in their respective City Council...
Acosta & Shin continue to hold solid lead for Carlsbad City Council
Christian Peacox tops four candidates for the city treasurer position
2 Republicans, 5 Democrats will represent the San Diego region in the state Assembly
Voters are also sending a Democrat to the California Senate.
Voters appear to reject countywide, citywide sales tax hikes
Both Measures G and E, which would increase sales taxes in San Diego County and...
Challenge to San Diego’s franchise agreements with SDG&E rebuffed by state appeals court
In a split decision, a majority of a three-judge panel agreed with the trial court...
National City council will consider censuring one of its own
The City Council will formally consider a vote to censure Councilmember Jose Rodriguez on Dec....
Port of San Diego hires Carlsbad City Manager Scott Chadwick as CEO
Chadwick joins the port with two decades of government experience and will take the wheel...
Appointment or special election? Coronado council must decide how to fill open seat — and might not agree
With current Councilmember John Duncan just elected mayor, the city must determine how to fill...
Council approves new San Diego Ethics Commission executive
Bryn Kirvin is scheduled to begin in January, ahead of outgoing executive director Sharon Spivak's...
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San Diego will soon charge homeowners for trash pickup. Prepare for a bigger tax bill — and more options.
The city expects to save roughly $80 million a year it now spends on trash...
Short of banning rodeos, San Diego weighs how to keep animals safe
The long-awaited discussion follows nearly a year of debate that has put animal-rights advocates and...
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From the sewage crisis to military money, what will Trump’s return mean locally?
It’s too early to know for certain, but based on his campaign promises and his...
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More voters, lower turnout, deeper divides: What the numbers say about San Diego County’s political preferences
Ballots are still being counted, but voter registration and turnout data offer clues to help...
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After years fighting leaded fuel, airport neighbors just notched ‘a little win’ — but feel they ‘mostly lost’
The city just made unleaded fuel available to planes at Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport. But the...
Larry Turner concedes San Diego mayoral race to Mayor Todd Gloria
The police officer and political novice congratulated the incumbent on his re-election in a statement...
Mike Levin wins re-election to 49th Congressional District
With Levin leading Matt Gunderson by 4 percentage points, the Associated Press called the race...
DeMaio looks to reshape California’s GOP as vote counting winds down
San Diego County now largely knows who it's sending to Sacramento.
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Sales tax is going up by 1 cent in 3 inland cities. Here’s where it won’t change, and when it won’t matter.
Voters appear to have rejected a countywide half-cent sales tax hike, along with proposed full-cent...
New vote totals show countywide, citywide sales tax hikes both still falling short
Both Measures G and E, which would increase sales taxes in San Diego County and...
$28M ‘library of the future’ opens in Pacific Highlands Ranch
The 18,000-square-foot, all-electric facility includes conference rooms, cozy nooks, outdoor areas and a tech-centric idea...
San Diego has put off $1 billion in routine building maintenance, audit says
The city has been spending far less than it should on its billions in real-estate...
New vote totals don’t help San Diego sales tax measure
Supporters had said they expected Measure E to surpass the simple majority it needs because...
Coronado City Council race still too close to call, but John Duncan has clear path to mayoral victory
Amy Steward and Laura Wilkinson Sinton are neck and neck for one of two open...
Criminal prosecutor tapped to lead San Diego ethics panel, as voters hand it more power
Bryn Kirvin could succeed Sharon Spivak, just after voters chose to bolster its independence by...
San Diego city races appear on track for a sweep by incumbents
And in the race for the only open seat, the deputy to the termed-out incumbent...
San Diego’s sales tax hike is trailing. Here’s why supporters say Measure E could win after all.
Voting trends on a similar city measure two years ago could prove instructive, they say.
Council candidates in tight race in La Mesa
Early results show strong support for Measure L
Incumbent Terra Lawson-Remer keeps early lead in San Diego County’s toughest supervisor race
In the other supervisor races on the ballot, incumbents Nora Vargas and Joel Anderson were...
County and city of San Diego sales tax measures falling short
Both a countywide sales tax increase and a separate sales tax hike proposed within the...
Early results look good for Santee incumbents, not for sales tax hike
Mayor, City Council member each face one challenger
El Cajon tax measure, incumbent council member leading
Voters appear to endorse extending sales tax increase
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria leads challenger Larry Turner, Heather Ferbert leads for city attorney
In the city's only two contested City Council races, incumbents were leading in early returns.
Lemon Grove mayor trailing, tax measure winning
Voters turned out to elect a new mayor, a city council member and to decide...
In Coronado, Duncan leads in three-way mayoral race, while Fleming and Steward lead for council
A win by Councilmember John Duncan could bring a third vacancy to the city council,...
‘A combination of serenity and terror’: San Diego County votes on last day of tumultuous presidential election
Thousands of San Diego County voters braved long lines to cast ballots on the last...
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Lower speed limits, more roundabouts, wider crosswalks: How San Diego hopes to finally reduce traffic deaths
City officials concede they won't meet the main goal of their current citywide Vision Zero...
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Flouting IRS rules, Carlsbad church gave $1,900 to school board candidates, and also urged worshipers to donate
The pastor of The Mission Church also urged his congregation to vote for and financially...
‘A little nervous,’ but confident: How officials, police and poll workers are preparing for Election Day
Amid concerns about potential threats, officials say they are 'taking this seriously'
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Over animal-rights advocates’ objections, city OKs $150,000 to promote controversial rodeo
The agency rejected a similar request last month. The fight comes as San Diego Councilmember...
Should San Diego spend millions to lure big sports events? A proposed city fund could do just that
City officials say the timing is ideal with some major global events on the horizon,...
State election regulators investigating Desmond’s work opposing Measure G
In a letter released Thursday, the California Fair Political Practices Commission confirmed it's moving forward...
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In county’s tightest House race, Levin still leads challenger Gunderson by double-digit margin, poll finds
The Democratic incumbent representing coastal North County in the 49th Congressional District holds a lead...
City campaign says stormwater infrastructure ‘needs significant investment,’ echoing sales-tax push
The theme of Think Blue shifted this fall from advocating changes to individual behavior to...
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Two remaining bidders in race to remake 101 Ash St. each have deep political ties
One has contributed thousands to the mayor's re-election. The other is run by one of...