Charter boat hauls in 1,260-pound blue marlin believed to be East Coast’s largest catch
The massive billfish, more than 11 feet (335 cm) in length, weighed 1,260 pounds (571.5 kilograms) when they got it back to land in Falmouth, Massachusetts.
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TikTok reaches $400 million settlement with US Justice Department over children’s privacy
By BARBARA ORTUTAY TikTok has reached a $400 million settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice, ending a 2024 lawsuit alleging the company violated federal children’s privacy laws. The DOJ said Friday that TikTok will pay $300 million immediately and another $100 million after an order vacates an earlier consent decree against its predecessor company, […]
Junior lifeguard intern suffers ‘severe’ spinal cord injury diving into Mission Bay
Finn Renard, 17, suffered a broken neck July 31 when he ran into the ocean and dove into the water. It was the last day of his San Diego junior lifeguard internship, his family said.
Woman sexually assaulted by man in ski mask in Vista
The woman was walking to her car on East Vista Way when the assailant ran up from behind, a sheriff’s official said.
El Camino condo project wins Encinitas approval
Planning commission raises concerns about traffic, rental plans, but ultimately approves permit.
San Diego County to build affordable housing and health clinic on surplus land
The Ocean View Boulevard project is one of 12 affordable housing projects either completed, under construction or in development on surplus land.
Native American dancers from around the country to perform at Barona Powwow
The 54th annual Barona Powwow Sept. 4-6 celebrates Native American heritage and culture and features dance, art and food
A new children’s book takes a bird’s-eye view of the beauty of the border
Adriana Cuellar, an architect, designer, and associate professor at the University of San Diego’s Border Design Lab, is also co-author of “Alas al Borde/Borderland Wings,” about a pair of birds who meet at the U.S.-Mexico border and learn about its landscape together
Jones’ supervisor run shakes up San Marcos city elections
Jim Desmond’s congressional bid trickles down to contests for mayor and council District 2.
New anti-suicide barrier for Coronado Bridge clears final hurdle
On Friday in San Diego, the state approved $162 million for the project, allowing construction to begin this fall.