SAN DIEGO (AP) — The U.S. State Department said on Feb. 26 that it would pay up to $10 million for information leading to the arrests or convictions of two brothers identified as leaders of Mexico’s Sinaloa cartel in the state of Baja California, which includes Tijuana. The reward offer came the same day that […]
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Pet of the week: Meet Porkchop
Porkchop is up for adoption at PAWS of Coronado. Staff members at the non-profit, which provides adoption and rehabilitation services to animals, said that Porkchop is goofy and lovable, and would thrive in a home that offers consistency. Those interested in adoption can visit www.pawsofcoronado.org. Fostering, donating and volunteering are other ways to support the organization. […]
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Padres reliever Matsui out of WBC for Japan and uncertain for MLB opener because of groin strain
PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — Padres reliever Yuki Matsui’s will not pitch for Japan in the World Baseball Classic and the left-hander’s status for San Diego’s season opener in a month also is unclear because of a left groin strain. Matsui was still throwing off flat ground a week after cutting short a batting practice session […]
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Free documentary screening and panel discussion on March 8
Soroptimist International of Coronado and Coronado Island Film Festival are scheduled to host a free screening and panel discussion of “Three (Extra)Ordinary Women,” a documentary highlighting three women climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro. The screening, on March 8 at 2 p.m. in the Winn Room of the Coronado Public Library, tells the personal stories of three women […]
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San Diego FC signs GM Tyler Heaps to multiyear contract extension after impressive debut season
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Tyler Heaps has agreed to a multiyear contract extension after an impressive first season as the sporting director and general manager of San Diego FC. The Major League Soccer club announced the extension on Feb. 24. San Diego was an immediate championship contender in its MLS debut in 2025, setting league […]
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Coronado Young Life to host fundraiser
Coronado Young Life, a local Christian nonprofit dedicated to building meaningful relationships with adolescents, is hosting an annual fundraiser on March 7. Young Life has been active in Coronado since the 1990s and became its own locally-funded area in 2013. During the current school year, more than 150 local students have participated in Young Life […]
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Harbaugh reshapes Chargers staff with 8 hires, including ex-Jets coach Adam Gase
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh has added eight new coaches to his staff, including four who worked under new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel in Miami. Adam Gase, who was head coach of the Miami Dolphins from 2016-18 and New York Jets from 2019-20, returns to the NFL as passing […]
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US military airlifts small reactor as Trump pushes to quickly deploy nuclear power
HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah (AP) — The Pentagon and the Energy Department for the first time airlifted a small nuclear reactor from California to Utah, demonstrating what they say is the U.S. potential to quickly deploy nuclear power for military and civilian use. The nearly 700-mile flight last weekend — which transported a 5-megawatt […]
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Islander sporting events this week
Spring sports are in full swing, and it’s a packed week for Coronado athletics. Baseball, softball, boys’ lacrosse, boys’ tennis and track all compete this week. 23 Monday: Varsity softball gets the week going for Coronado, with a game at West Hills. First pitch is at 3:30 p.m. 24 Tuesday: CHS boys’ tennis is at […]
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Alysa Liu dazzles to win figure skating gold, ending a 24-year Olympic drought for US women
MILAN (AP) — Alysa Liu had just delivered a near-flawless Olympic free skate, one that left a packed crowd inside the Milano Ice Skating Arena standing and roaring, when a television camera zoomed in on the American star as she was heading off the ice. “That’s what I’m f—————— talking about!” Liu shouted into the […]
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Calendar of events for the week of Feb. 20
21 Saturday: The Coronado Democratic Club is slated to host mediator and conflict resolution expert Bill Eddy for a presentation on Saturday, Feb. 21 in the Winn Room at the Coronado Public Library. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. for a half-hour social gathering. The formal program will begin at 11 a.m. and conclude at 12:30 […]
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RHP Walker Buehler signs with Padres after a long career with the NL West rival Dodgers
PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — Walker Buehler has signed with the San Diego Padres after the right-hander spent the first eight seasons of his major league career with their archrivals, the Los Angeles Dodgers. Buehler was in the Padres’ clubhouse on Feb. 17 after agreeing to a minor league deal with an invitation to big league […]
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Padres extend contract of GM A.J. Preller, who has 2nd-longest tenure behind Yanks’ Brian Cashman
PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — The San Diego Padres have agreed on a multiyear contract extension with general manager A.J. Preller, who has the second-longest tenure among baseball operations chiefs in the big leagues, behind Brian Cashman of the New York Yankees. The Padres, who announced the deal on Feb. 16 without disclosing terms, have made […]
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Islanders sporting events this week
Spring sports are officially underway for the Coronado High School Islanders, as boys’ lacrosse, tennis, and girls’ softball and beach volleyball each start their seasons this week. 18 Wednesday: CHS girls’ beach volleyball gets the week started for the Islanders with a home match against Mar Vista. The game starts at 3:30 p.m. Boys’ lacrosse […]
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Calendar of events for the week of Feb. 13
14 Saturday: The Coronado Ferry Landing is slated to host a Valentine’s Day event. Community members can stop by the Female Maker Market from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. to shop vendor options. 15 Saturday: The opening reception for the “Connecting Currents” art exhibit is scheduled for Feb. 15 at 2 p.m. in the Spreckels […]
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Pet of the week: Meet Echo
Echo, a 3-year-old husky mix, is up for adoption at PAWS of Coronado. Staff members at the non-profit, which provides adoption and rehabilitation services to animals, said that Echo is intelligent, playful, and loves to stay busy. Those interested in adoption can visit www.pawsofcoronado.org. Fostering, donating and volunteering are other ways to support the organization. All […]