NEW YORK — John Grisham, Jodi Picoult and George R.R. Martin are among 17 authors suing OpenAI for “systematic theft on a mass scale,” the latest in a wave of legal action by writers concerned that artificial intelligence programs are using their copyrighted works without permission. In papers filed Sept. 19 in federal court in New York, […]
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Op-Ed: Here are ways to fix the Tijuana sewage crisis
The measures to remediate our sewage crisis at the state and federal levels move at a snail’s pace. There are options available to our local governments and agencies, and to voters. Following are some proposals and some thoughts. Otay Mesa II is a fourth Tijuana-San Diego border crossing scheduled to open in 2024 to 2026. […]
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Walk back in time for fun-filled event at the Del on Sunday
The Hotel del Coronado is toasting its 135 year anniversary with a free family-friendly Coronado community event on Sunday that commemorates the rich history of the hotel with a seaside Victorian-inspired carnival. The 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. event will be filled with complimentary entertainment including vintage strolling performers, aerialists, tight-rope walkers, bubble artistry, sandcastle […]
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Coronado teens fighting ocean sewage crisis with high school club
“‘What do we want? Stop the sewage! When do we want it? Now!’” are the words one teen led in a chant at a second rally protesting sewage in the Pacific Ocean on Sept. 1. “We just had a protest…and we’re gonna do more protests in the future,” Danny Vinegrad told The Coronado News during […]
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Four decades and counting: A celebration for “Miss Nancy”
Nancy Stringer built a preschool program from scratch at Resurrection Lutheran Church of Coronado around the same time Ronald Reagan was president, Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” went No. 1 in America and “M*A*S*H” went off the air. Since then, much has changed, of course. But her dedication and commitment to the Coronado community has not, and […]
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A man of many hats
Chuck McClung’s approach to life embodies the idea of embracing time. He has a passion for life with a multitude of hobbies and talents as a chess teacher and botanist. McClung, who teaches chess on the second Thursday of every month in the Winn Room at the Coronado Public Library, grew up in Rockford, Illinois […]
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Pet(s) of the week. Robbie and Harley are looking for a home
Meet Robbie and Harley – a pair of playful pups who are the Pet(s) of the week. These dog came into the care of Paws of Coronado separately but they’ve quickly become best buds. They do not need to go home together but they’re a readymade match for anyone looking to double their fun. When […]
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Padres owner Peter Seidler had a medical procedure and won’t be at the ballpark again this season
SAN DIEGO (AP) — San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler underwent an unspecified medical procedure last month and “am now on the road to recovery,” he said in a statement posted Monday morning on the team’s account on X, formerly known as Twitter. Seidler is a two-time cancer survivor. The team said it wasn’t able […]
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Netanyahu talks to Elon Musk in California about antisemitism on X and artificial intelligence
SAN JOSE (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu kicked off a U.S. trip in California to talk to billionaire businessman Elon Musk about antisemitism on his social media platform X — while Musk asked him to address his judicial overhaul in Israel. The two also discussed artificial intelligence in a sparsely attended livestream event […]
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California lawsuit says oil giants deceived public on climate, seeks funds for storm damage
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The state of California filed a lawsuit against some of the world’s largest oil and gas companies, claiming they deceived the public about the risks of fossil fuels now faulted for climate change-related storms and wildfires that caused billions of dollars in damage, officials said Saturday. The civil lawsuit filed in […]
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What’s going on in Coronado?
Here are several events going on around Coronado through the rest of the month. More events can be found at the Coronado Chamber of Commerce and Coronado Public Library’s websites. 23 – Saturday: The Spoilers Book Club reads books that are turned into movies and this event is “For Love of the Game” by Michael […]
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Lamb’s Players Theatre presents “Jane,” a ghost story
Lamb’s Players Theatre will present “Jane,” David McFadzean’s thrilling adaptation of Charlotte Brontë’s masterpiece, “Jayne Eyre.” The show, set to the music of the 1920s, will run from Sept. 30 to Nov. 12, and it’s directed by Robert Smyth. “Jane Eyre” changed English literature with its first-person narration and strong femalecharacter. She show features Sam […]
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Coronado schools welcome voice of students on district matters
The Coronado Unified School District’s leadership will work alongside a student committee to get input and advice from middle and high school students. Superintendent Karl Mueller on Sept. 14 announced a commitment to continue finding creative ways to listen to students with the first Student Advisory Council (SAC). While students from seventh to 12th-grade are […]
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Commercial fishing vessel runs aground on Southern California’s Catalina Island
AVALON, (AP) — A commercial fishing vessel with eight people aboard ran aground on Catalina Island off the Southern California coast early Friday, the U.S. Coast Guard said. The 62-foot (18.9-meter) vessel radioed a distress call around 2 a.m. after grounding on the island’s east end, and another fishing vessel and an island lifeguard boat […]
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Mayors to Newsom: Declare emergency for Tijuana sewage crisis
The mayors of every single city in San Diego County have sent a letter to Gov. Gavin Newsom calling for him to declare a state of emergency regarding the Tijuana sewage crisis.
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Meet the man behind the Coronado Sports Report
Meet Jason Fledderjohn, whose desire to allow his mom to watch her grandkids from Hawaiʻi has grown into a budding community service for those who also want to follow the Islander sports teams.