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CBP One app not helping those in need May 08, 2023

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The CBP One app is supposed to help asylum seekers enter the U.S., but some are saying the app isn’t helping those who need it most. In other news, an event to highlight the childcare crisis is taking place today. Plus, a canceled drag show in North County is now back on the schedule.

How the Blood Bank matches blood with patients May 05, 2023

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The San Diego Blood Bank is working to expand a program that better matches donated blood with patients in need. In other news, the county and SANDAG are asking for the public’s input on a new report that deals with alternatives to incarceration. Plus, we have details on some weekend arts events happening in San Diego County.

San Diegans are watching the police May 04, 2023

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The Southeast San Diego Accountability Unit is a group of volunteers who have banded together to watch the police. In other news, how the city of San Diego will enforce the license requirement for short term vacation rentals. Plus, the high school Academic League Champions of San Diego County have been crowned for the first time since the pandemic.

Fletcher to be replaced in election May 03, 2023

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Voters in San Diego, La Mesa and Lemon Grove will be electing a new county supervisor this summer. Then, inewsource reports that a San Diego police officer involved in a domestic violence incident has faced few consequences. Plus, we have a preview of a new exhibit at the surf museum in Oceanside.

Hospices not complying with state law May 02, 2023

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Sixteen months after California began requiring healthcare providers to post on their websites their own medical aid in dying policies, only a handful are complying. In other news, the Padres are back at Petco Park after their series in Mexico City, and during their trip they inspired some young ball players in the heart of Mexico. Plus, a local chef talks about the perks of shopping at restaurant supply stores for your home goods.

What happens when Title 42 is lifted? May 01, 2023

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Title 42, the controversial public health order that allows officials to turn away asylum seekers at the border, lifts on May 11. Then, teachers at Gompers Preparatory Academy are preparing to vote on whether they will remain unionized. Plus, the Padres are back at Petco Park tonight after a weekend series in Mexico City.

Congregation looks to the future after tragedy Apr 28, 2023

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It’s been four years since a gunman killed one person and injured three others in a shooting at the Chabad of Poway synagogue. In other news, a former Chula Vista resident was arrested earlier this week, following an antisemitic incident that shocked the world. Plus, we have details on this weekend’s San Diego Book Crawl.

New safe parking lot for homeless San Diegans Apr 27, 2023

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The safe parking program is a part of the city of San Diego’s action plan on homelessness, and the newest site offers those who are homeless a safe option to transition into more stable housing. In other news, how recent investments in the Padres have not only led to sellouts at Petco Park, but have also helped the team bolster a fanbase south of the border. Plus, we preview the Without Walls Festival that kicks off today.

Supreme Court to hear Poway social media case Apr 26, 2023

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The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear a case from Poway that could change how political discourse is regulated on social media. In other news, we hear about Chicano Park’s legacy and its future. Plus, a new exhibit dedicated to one of the most celebrated cartoonists in Mexico is open at the Comic-Con Museum in Balboa Park.

Shelter bed shortage Apr 25, 2023

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Dozens of unhoused San Diegans are turned away from shelter every day because of a shortage of shelter beds. In other news, the San Diego County Sheriff's Department released its annual report of its use of military equipment. Plus, we hear about Asian representation in film and in Hollywood, as the Pac-Arts Festival is happening this week.

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