Ancient mummy DNA provides scientific evidence that colonization brought smallpox to the Americas
New research says ancient mummy DNA provides the firmest evidence yet that European colonization brought smallpox to the Americas.
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Senate advances bill aimed at ending Iran war as Cassidy, after primary loss, flips to support
With growing Republican support, the Senate advanced legislation that seeks to force President Donald Trump to withdraw from the Iran war.
Plans for railroad crossings in Leucadia generate questions, comments
Encinitas city officials got an earful of questions, concerns and even grateful appreciation Tuesday about their plans to build two pedestrian crossings over the railroad tracks in Leucadia. About 100 people turned out for a city-organized, neighborhood meeting at the Encinitas Community & Senior Center. So many people came that city employees delayed the start time by 10 minutes to allow everyone to sign in. The majority of the audience appeared to live east of the tracks and many of them said they were keen for the two projects to proceed. But some people — primarily those who live or […]
Some states raise pay for home caregivers as shortage looms
Despite the importance of their work, home caregivers are near the bottom of the pay scale.
Hear that? He’s hosting free DJ sets at Golden Hill Park every Friday during the summer
Daniel “DJ” Hernandez, who performs as Daniel Joseph, started playing music for friends at his neighborhood park. Now, hundreds of people come to vibe and unwind to the music and space he’s curated.
Escondido police seek identity of hit-and-run driver
Saturday night collision put cyclist in hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off coast of Indonesia and tsunami warning issued
The quake hit Indonesia’s Flores region with a depth of 10 kilometers at 5:58 a.m. Saturday Indonesia time.
For years, this chaplain helped people cope with death. He also removed brains
Joe Davis is retiring after serving 26 years as the volunteer chaplain for the county Medical Examiner’s Office.
Council approves $3.1 million settlement for San Diego police sergeant in discrimination lawsuit
The city will pay the money to settle two cases filed by police Sgt. Arthur Scott, who is Black and had alleged retaliation and racial discrimination.
What to know about the 50% tariffs Trump is imposing on Canada
President Donald Trump on Monday announced 50% tariffs on some Canadian products, ratcheting up tensions with the US ally.