STAMFORD, Conn. (AP) — NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said on Oct. 6 there is “no contemplation” of moving the All-Star Game out of the Los Angeles Clippers’ home arena as it investigates whether the team circumvented salary cap rules in regards to Kawhi Leonard. The league said it was opening the investigation last month after […]
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NFL kickers are making more 60-yard field goals than ever and the balls could be part of the reason
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The 50-plus-yard field goals that once were a rarity in the NFL are now as routine as far shorter kicks a generation ago. The range for many kickers now exceeds 60 yards, changing late-game strategy in a major way. The kicking revolution has sparked questions about whether the balls are […]
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Sharp Coronado Hospital to host free drive-up flu shot clinic
Sharp Coronado Hospital will hold one more free flu shot clinic on Oct. 28 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Community members are welcome to drive-up, walk-up or bike-up to get a flu shot, administered by Southwestern College nursing students. Standard dose vaccines will be available at 255 Soledad Place while supplies last. Additionally, Flublok, a CDC-recommended […]
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That’s a wrap on America’s Air Show 2025
As the Marine Corps celebrates 250 years, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar brought new performances and demonstrations over a three-day air show event at the end of September. The Silent Drill Platoon, consisting of 24 hand-selected infantry Marines, highlighted their rigorous training with five performances, making this the first year ever that they performed on […]
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Chargers say they need to clean up their play after 10 penalties in loss to Commanders
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh didn’t mince words following his team’s loss to the Washington Commanders on Oct. 5. After watching the Chargers commit double-digit penalties for the second straight week, turn the ball over three times in opposing territory and fail to get the right personnel on the field […]
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Pet of the week: Meet Winter
Meet Winter, a stunning white husky mix with a heart as big as her beautiful blue eyes. Winter is a gentle, affectionate soul who loves long walks, belly rubs and cozying up with her favorite humans. True to her husky roots, she’s intelligent, curious, and always up for an adventure — but she also knows how […]
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Darvish exits early, bats go quiet as Padres get bounced from playoffs with Game 3 loss to Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) — Yu Darvish made an early exit against his former team, and San Diego’s big bats were a bust. It all added up to the Padres getting knocked out of the playoffs yet again, this time courtesy of the Chicago Cubs. “It just sucks to be doing this, unfortunately,” slugger Manny Machado said. […]
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Calendar of events for the week of Oct. 3
5 Sunday: The Coronado Fire and Police Departments are planning to host a public safety open house to kick off National Fire Prevention Week on Oct. 5. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., community members can visit the area between the fire station on Sixth Street and the police department on Seventh Street and D […]
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Hundreds of feet of coastal bluff in California fell toward the ocean in landslide-stricken town
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A wealthy enclave in Southern California that has been threatened for years by worsening landslides faced more land movement this week but suffered minimal damage. Four backyards in Rancho Palos Verdes were damaged on Sept. 27 by significant soil movement from the sinking land, but there was no structural damage to […]
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Angel City defender Ali Riley to retire from the NWSL after this season
Angel City captain Ali Riley, who played in five Women’s World Cups and four Olympics for New Zealand, has announced she is retiring from the National Women’s Soccer League at the end of the 2025 season. Riley, 37, returned to play in August from a chronic nerve injury that had sidelined her for much of […]
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Calendar of events for the week of Oct. 10
15 Wednesday: The Coronado Public Library, in partnership with the Coronado Island Film Festival, presents Film Forum Coronado, taking place the first and third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the library’s Winn Room. Film expert Ralph DeLauro provides a brief introduction to each film and leads a discussion afterwards, often including pointers […]
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Nominations open for 2026 Community READ title
The Coronado Public Library is accepting book suggestions for the 2026 Community READ program from Oct. 1 through Oct. 15. Celebrating its 10th year, the Community READ program aims to bring the community together around one book with conversations and events in March of 2026. The winning title will be announced in January. Community members […]
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Cellist Sophie Webber to perform classical pieces with a twist
Cellist Sophie Webber will perform classical pieces with her own twist on Friday Oct. 24 at 1 p.m. as the Coronado Public Library’s Autumn Concert Series continues. Webber is an internationally-acclaimed soloist, chamber musician, arts activist and educator. She has released three albums — “Escape: Bach’s Six Suites for Solo Cello” (2018), “B2C: Bach to […]
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Pianist Phil Dannels to blend classical and contemporary styles at October concert
Phil Dannels, a pianist, composer and tenor, will bring a dynamic blend of classical artistry and lyrical expression to the Coronado Public Library on Friday, Oct. 17 at 1 p.m. Dannels studied music at Point Loma Nazarene University. He has been heard in recital throughout the United States and has performed as a soloist at […]
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Islander sporting events this week
This week for Coronado High athletics, the girls’ volleyball team hopes to continue the dominant season, and the football team looks to win their second game in a row, coming off a bye week. 7 Tuesday: To start the week, the girls’ volleyball team has a home game against Our Lady of Peace. The JV […]