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Six Dr. Seuss books cease publication due to racist content Mar 04, 2021

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Dr. Seuss books are known around the world, and they hold a special place in San Diego history because the author is from La Jolla. Yesterday the Seuss Foundation announced it will discontinue six books because they contain racist content. John Wilkens explains. Plus, should college debt be canceled?

San Diego pays women, workers of color significantly less than white men Mar 03, 2021

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A first-ever pay equity study at the City of San Diego revealed that women there make less than men and non-White city workers make less than White city workers. David Garrick explains. Plus, Kelly Marie Tran of Disney's "Raya and the Last Dragon" is our guest on Name Drop San Diego this week.

An earthquake fault line through San Diego is worse than we thought Mar 02, 2021

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If you look at a map of San Diego, the Rose Canyon earthquake fault basically runs down Interstate 5 from La Jolla to downtown San Diego. Scientists are now saying the fault is larger and more active than we once thought. Gary Robbins explains.

Plus, opinion editor Laura Castañeda reflects on one year of life and death during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Asylum seekers are no longer required to remain in Mexico Feb 27, 2021

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More than two years after the Trump administration’s “Remain in Mexico” program began, a small group of asylum seekers have been allowed into the United States to await their court cases. Kate Morrissey has details. Plus, Steve Breen discusses his latest #StopAsianHate gif.

San Diego Unified schools are set to reopen Feb 26, 2021

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San Diego Unified School District announced this week that schools would reopen for some in-person learning on April 12. That’s as long as San Diego falls into the red tier and if teachers and staff are fully vaccinated. Kristen Taketa shares the details. And opinion writer Chris Reed talks about why he doesn't think it will happen.

San Diego City Council endorses new Airbnb rules Feb 25, 2021

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After years of trying to regulate short-term rentals, San Diego might have found a compromise. Lori Weisberg explains. Plus, Andrew Kleske shares reader reactions.

When might San Diego reach the red tier? Feb 24, 2021

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Reporter Jonathan Wosen gives an update on case rate, vaccine rollout and more. Plus, Abby Hamblin introduces a YA author Marisa Reichardt, whose latest book is about vaccines.

When should San Diego police fire pepper balls? There's a policy for that. Feb 23, 2021

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The San Diego Police Department has implemented a policy that sets parameters on officers’ actions during demonstrations. David Hernandez explains. Plus, community

Andra Day just acted her first role -- and got a Golden Globe nod for it Feb 20, 2021

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Singer Andra Day of San Diego just starred in her first movie, "The United States vs. Billie Holiday." UT critic George Varga shares her story. Plus, editorial cartoonist Steve Breen talks nonpolitical news.

San Diego's role in the Gov. Gavin Newsom recall effort Feb 19, 2021

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Political columnist Michael Smolens on how San Diego politicians factor into recall campaigns against Gov. Gavin Newsom. Plus, editorial writer Chris Reed speculates on what could change Newsom's luck.

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