SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a nearly $352 billion spending plan on June 29 that delays some cuts to healthcare programs, increases funding for childcare and sets aside money to help speed up the state’s vote count ahead of the November election. The plan, which avoids major cuts or significant new […]
News
Posted inNews
Is NASCAR returning to Coronado?
The first NASCAR race on an active military base, Naval Base Coronado, welcomed more than 125,000 visitors to town from June 19-21. “This is a tremendously successful event,” said Ben Kennedy, NASCAR’s chief operating officer, on the final day. “We would love to return. We’re also cognizant of the fact this is (an) active military […]
Posted inNews
Coronado Ferry Landing in the clear for at least another year
Port Coronado Associates, the management company of the Coronado Ferry Landing, has a one-year window to prove it can satisfy the Port of San Diego’s preconditions before securing a 35-year lease. This means the current subtenants at the ferry landing’s marketplace will have a safe spot for at least the next 12 months while the […]
Posted inNews
CUSD looks to add leadership and support roles at Village Elementary School
Coronado Unified plans to welcome a dean of students, clinical counselor, reading intervention specialist and additional math intervention staffing at Village Elementary School beginning this fall. Trustees approved the new job description for dean of students on June 18. Hiring plans were announced by Superintendent Karl Mueller on May 21 after an initial email to […]
Posted inNews
California intends to sue Trump administration over deal to end offshore wind project
California intends to sue the Trump administration over its deal to end an offshore wind project proposed off the state’s central coast. State officials said they were combating the administration’s attacks on their offshore wind industry by sending a notice of their intention to sue to the Department of the Interior on June 23. The […]
Posted inNews
Where every second counts: A look behind the scenes of a NASCAR pit crew
It is the 42nd lap of Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series race when driver Josh Berry radios that his Ford Mustang needs a pit stop. Moments later, the No. 21 car brakes into pit road, where tire changers, fuelers and jackmen spring into action, servicing the car in less than 10 seconds. Those 10 seconds may […]
Posted inNews
NASCAR weekend: The highs, the lows, and everything in between
Over 100,000 fans entered the gates of Naval Air Station North Island over Father’s Day weekend to attend the first-ever NASCAR racing event on an active military base. The 3.4-mile “Qualcomm Circuit” weaved through the base where sailors typically operate, providing 16 turns for drivers to navigate. One notable corner passed the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier […]
Posted inNews
National identity on display as NASCAR takes over Naval Base Coronado
Naval aircrafts flew across a baby-blue sky, spectators pledged allegiance to the flag, a sailor led the crowd in prayer, and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth waved the green flag — all just before NASCAR drivers raced across Naval Base Coronado on Sunday. The race marked the first time NASCAR’s Cup Series competed on an […]
Posted inNews
Faces of NASCAR San Diego: Navy Community Day
The intermittent roar of stock car engines and burnt tires fused with gasoline announced the opening of NASCAR’s racing weekend at Naval Base Coronado. At approximately 10 a.m., Coronado resident Sara Hamblin made her way to the North Island race course, joined by her husband, Jesse, and their three small children. “I’ve never seen NASCAR […]
Posted inNews
Loud, exciting and cool: Billingtons experience NASCAR racing
Pete Billington, 9, follows his mom, Kate, to the stands for his first ever NASCAR race, the Craftsman Truck Series Navy 250 at Naval Base Coronado. He’s wearing a souvenir t-shirt – and will eventually add ear covers to squelch the roar of 650 horsepower engines. They pause on a staircase for the national anthem. […]
Posted inNews
NASCAR day one: In a video
Friday kicked off day one of a three-day NASCAR event on Naval Base Coronado, marking the first time the racing organization has raced on a military base. The Coronado News got in on the action, interviewing participants and catching clips of the Truck Series race to commemorate Friday’s festivities.
Posted inNavy
Start your engines: Day one of NASCAR San Diego is underway
The NASCAR Truck Series race is almost underway to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States Navy, marking the first-ever NASCAR event on a military base. The historic race will take place on the Qualcomm Circuit, the 16-turn, 3.4-mile street course constructed aboard Naval Base Coronado. The race will begin at 4 p.m. PT […]
Posted inNews
Crown City Classic returns to Coronado in 2026
On July 4, 2026, the Crown City Classic celebrates its 53rd year, inviting runners of all ages to start their holiday with purpose, patriotism and panoramic views along San Diego Bay. The event features a 12K (7.4 miles), a fast-paced 5K, and the kids half-mile race. Participants will start in Tidelands Park and run along […]