California’s elected and appointed officials will now have to tell the public when they’ve accepted a job offer from a new employer that might seek favors from them while they’re still in a position of power. Gov. Gavin Newsom earlier this month signed Assembly Bill 1286 by Democratic Assemblymember Tasha Boerner of Solana Beach. The […]
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San Francisco’s Fleet Week goes on despite federal shutdown, with help from Canada and Colombia
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The government shutdown has grounded the Blue Angels from its crowd-pleasing, stunt-filled airshow at San Francisco’s Fleet Week. But Royal Canadian pilots and Colombian sailors were on hand to make sure the show went on, organizers said on Oct. 8. The three-masted ARC Gloria, which is the official flagship of the […]
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California engineer wins pumpkin contest with 2,346-pound gourd
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. (AP) — A California engineer and gardening enthusiast won the top prize at an annual pumpkin-weighing contest in Northern California after growing a giant jack-o’-lantern gourd weighing 2,346 pounds (1,064 kilograms). Brandon Dawson, of Santa Rosa, California, clinched the victory Monday at the 52nd World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off in Half Moon […]
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Rare October storm brings heavy rain and possible mudslides to Southern California
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A rare October storm arrived in California on Tuesday and threatened to pummel wildfire-scarred Los Angeles neighborhoods with heavy rain, high winds and possible mudslides. Some homes were ordered to evacuate. Downpours were moving through the area early Tuesday, with drivers hydroplaning and some accidents reported on flooded roads. A flash […]
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‘Alice by Heart’ coming to the Coronado Performing Arts Center
The Coronado School of the Arts’ musical theater and drama conservatory brings “Alice by Heart” to the stage this fall. The opening performance is at 7 p.m. on Oct. 17 at the Coronado Performing Arts Center, with additional showtimes on Oct. 18 at 7 p.m., Oct. 19 at 2 p.m., Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. […]
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Padres manager Mike Shildt announces retirement after just 2 seasons in charge
Mike Shildt is retiring after two seasons as the San Diego Padres’ manager. The Padres confirmed the 57-year-old Shildt’s decision on Oct. 13. In a letter to the San Diego Union-Tribune, Shildt said he is retiring because “the grind of the baseball season has taken a severe toll on me mentally, physically and emotionally.” Shildt […]
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Pyet DeSpain, winner of Gordon Ramsay’s Next Level Chef, coming to Coronado
Pyet DeSpain, the first winner of Gordon Ramsay’s Next Level Chef, will present her book “Rooted in Fire” at the Coronado Public Library on Nov. 22 at 3 p.m. DeSpain draws on her roots to blend the traditions of Native American and Mexican foodways with modern culinary creativity, offering private chef services and catering. At […]
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Tracy Tempest receives environmental hero award
Coronado resident Tracy Tempest was recognized by Assemblymember Tasha Boerner for an environmental hero award on Oct. 11. As a community scientist, Tempest was honored for her efforts with endangered East Pacific green sea turtles. “She collects data to emphasize the importance of protecting their foraging area in the San Diego Bay Wildlife Refuge and […]
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Coronado cross country competes in Sundevil Invite
Coronado High cross country standout Morgan Maske placed ninth out of 70 finishers in a three-mile course for the Sundevil Invite on Oct. 4. In the girls’ junior race, Carly DeVore finished 19th, followed by Lily Humphrey (22nd), Maeson Everitt (24th) and Nadia Roos (38th). In the boys’ division, Vincent Russo placed 11th out of […]
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Letter to the editor: Vote yes on Prop 50
Dear fellow Americans, Please vote yes on Prop 50. Prop 50 will enable California to draw new congressional distracting maps before the 2026 midterms. These new maps will then sundown in 2030 when the federally-mandated census occurs, at which time California will return to its regular redistricting schedule. We must all wake up and realize that […]
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Justin Herbert rallies the Chargers in the final minute for a 29-27 win over the Dolphins
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Jim Harbaugh will never forget the sequence. Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert escaped the Dolphins’ pass rush and zipped a pass to Ladd McConkey for a 42-yard catch-and-run, stunning Miami’s home crowd in the final minute of Oct. 12’s back-and-forth matchup. The play set up Cameron Dicker’s fifth field […]
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Voting is underway in California on new maps that could swing US House control, check Trump’s power
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The midterm elections might be a year away, but the fight for control of the U.S. House is underway in California. Voting opened statewide on whether to dramatically reshape California’s congressional districts to add as many as five Democrat-held seats in Congress — a possible offset to President Donald Trump’s moves […]
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Schauffele wins in Japan, the country where his mother grew up and where he has many connections
YOKOHAMA, Japan (AP) — Xander Schauffele picked up another meaningful win in Japan, this one a PGA Tour trophy instead of Olympic gold, capping a frustrated year marked by injury and some doubt. Schauffele birdied the 17th hole on Oct. 12 and closed with a 7-under 64 to hold off Max Greyserman and win the […]
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Padres’ Iglesias suspended 1 game, Bogaerts fined for dispute with umpires after season-ending loss
SAN DIEGO (AP) — San Diego Padres infielder Jose Iglesias was suspended on Oct. 10 for one game and fined for unprofessional conduct toward the umpires during the final game of the club’s wild-card playoff series against the Chicago Cubs, MLB announced. Infielder Xander Bogaerts was also fined an undisclosed amount for his conduct during […]
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Pet of the week: Meet Riplee
Meet Riplee, a 1 year and 8-month-old shepherd/black mouth cur mix who’s as smart as she is sweet. With her soulful eyes and eager-to-please personality, Riplee is the kind of dog who will quickly become your shadow and best friend. She has plenty of youthful energy for walks, hikes, or playtime, and especially loves playing in […]
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Coronado Island Film Festival announces 2025 lineup
The Coronado Island Film Festival (CIFF) announced its 2025 official film lineup, marking its milestone 10th anniversary. Over five days (Nov. 5-9), CIFF will present a slate of more than 130 films across narrative features, documentaries, short films and Academy Award-contending titles. The Leonard Maltin Industry Tribute Gala, hosted by celebrated film critic and historian […]