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SDG&E customers could be charged differently Apr 10, 2023

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California regulators could completely upend the way utility bills are calculated in the state, and San Diego Gas and Electric submitted their plan on Friday. In other news, auto loans in San Diego and Imperial counties are getting bigger and longer. Plus, we have a review on the movie ‘Smoking Causes Coughing’, that’s playing in San Diego this week.

History of sex scandals among Democrats Apr 07, 2023

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San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher is the latest in a line of local Democrats to fall from grace amid sexual misconduct claims. In other news, affordable housing could be coming to the coast of Del Mar, which would help the city fall in line with state housing requirements, but not everyone is happy with the proposal. Plus, we have some weekend arts events worth checking out.

Nonprofit helps victims of domestic violence Apr 06, 2023

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Leaving an abusive relationship isn’t easy, and for many people, embarking on a legal process to seek a divorce or child support is intimidating, but a nonprofit in Vista is helping men and women every step of the way. In other news, San Diegans with Medi-Cal haven’t had to renew their coverage during the pandemic, but that’s changing soon. Plus, KPBS’s Theatre Corner kicks off its third season tonight. The interview series is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in the theater industry.

Access to guns and military suicides Apr 05, 2023

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A committee appointed by the Pentagon to study military suicides wants to make it harder for troops to buy and access personal firearms. In other news, $2.5 million in assistance for water bills is waiting to be claimed. Plus, a look at the efforts to diversify San Diego theater companies.

Aztecs lose NCAA basketball championship game Apr 04, 2023

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We have details on Monday night’s NCAA championship game. In other news, we have details on the newest acquisition at the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum in Campo. Plus, we have some spring break ideas for you and your kiddos.

A friendship forged through tragedy Apr 03, 2023

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The mother of a woman who died in a San Diego County jail rallied last week for justice for her daughter, with the help of a local advocate. We hear about how the daughter's death led to change and a friendship. Then, the Measure A sales tax was passed by Chula Vista voters in 2018 to hire more than 100 public safety personnel, but now the city is using those tax revenues to buy more police cars and drones. Finally, “The Nineteenth” is on stage at the Old Globe. We’ll hear from the author of the play.

Supervisor Fletcher accused of sexual assault Mar 30, 2023

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San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher is accused of sexual harassment and sexual assault in a lawsuit filed Wednesday by a former Metropolitan Transit System spokeswoman. In other news, a family in Imperial Beach is facing an uncertain future, after receiving an eviction notice from their landlord who wants them to leave, so the property can be remodeled. Plus, the University of California is proposing its first-ever, system-wide admission guarantee to qualified transfer students.

Nashville shooting sparks painful memories Mar 29, 2023

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This week’s shooting in Nashville sparked painful memories for a Riverside County couple, we hear about how they’ve turned their pain into action. In other news, the U.S. Navy is struggling to provide child care to its sailors and their families. Plus, San Diego State University has founded a center for research into artificial intelligence.

Fletcher focusing on his mental health Mar 28, 2023

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San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher announced on Sunday that he’s checking into a treatment center for post traumatic stress, trauma and alcohol abuse. In other news, we hear about Javier Salazar Rojas, who is known in Tijuana as the Deported Artist. Plus, NASA is running a competition to get kids to imagine future space missions. We hear from a local third grader who’s doing just that.

Belarusians protest for freedom Mar 27, 2023

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Belarusians in San Diego made their opposition to Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko’s support of Russian President Vladamir Putin loud and clear over the weekend, by holding a protest in Balboa Park. In other news, the Cal State University system just introduced a new option for high school graduates who want a guaranteed acceptance after completing community college. Plus, we hear about the connection between San Diego Opera’s latest production and Star Wars.

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