Man convicted in terrorism trial over the 2022 stabbing of author Salman Rushdie
A man has been convicted of federal terrorism charges in the 2022 stabbing of author Salman Rushdie. A jury delivered its verdict Wednesday in Buffalo, New York.
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USPS to seek money from Congress to boost strained finances
The agency has historically been funded by revenue generated by its own operations.
How three men struck San Diego’s surprise deal on trash fees and Balboa Park parking
The deal simultaneously resolves two of the most fiercely controversial issues facing the city, eliminates the push for a ballot measure that could have posed a major threat to city finances and could help rebuild many San Diegans’ trust in City Hall.
From the Archives: Patriotic concert
On the 250th birthday of the United States, From the Archives heads to Balboa Park for this photo of the U.S. Navy band at a concert at Ford Bowl, circa 1939. Ford Bowl was built for the 1935-36 California Pacific International Exposition. Ford Motor Co. sponsored concerts there. It later became Starlight Bowl. The San Diego Union-Tribune historical photos are provided by the San Diego History Center. To browse additional materials visit https://collections.sandiegohistory.org/.
Paxton and Platner visit Washington to shore up support for their controversial Senate candidacies
U.S. Senate hopefuls Ken Paxton and Graham Platner are in Washington, D.C., to rally party support. Control of the Senate is at stake, with both parties eager to secure victories.
San Diego’s budget crisis reflects skyrocketing lawsuit payouts, liability insurance premiums
City’s crumbling infrastructure has helped payouts nearly double to $49M and premiums nearly quadruple to $35M.
A festival celebrating independence for the Philippines, and friendship with the Filipino community
JoAnn Fields is the founder of the annual Filipino American Friendship Festival, taking place this year on July 18 at NTC Park in Liberty Station
China and Xi are seen more favorably than the US and Trump in many nations, new survey says
The world has largely viewed the U.S. more favorably than China for years, but those opinions now have flipped in Beijing’s favor. The findings of a Pew Research Center poll released Wednesday are a significant shift, especially among U.S. allies like Canada.
Grand Canyon braces for more storms after deadly flash flood, about 15 people still missing
More storms and flooding are possible at the Grand Canyon following a major flash flood that left a person dead and about 15 others missing.
Democratic congressman asks the CFPB to investigate ‘rent now, pay later’ companies
A Democratic member of Congress is calling for a federal investigation into the “rent now, pay later” industry. Rep. Maxwell Frost from Florida has sent a letter to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, asking the agency to investigate these companies for potential violations of consumer protection laws.