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Dec 25 2025BUSINESS

San Diego's 2026: Money, Homes, and Robots

San Diego is facing some big changes in 2026. Gas prices might hit $8 a gallon. Why? Two big refineries are closing. This could make gas hard to find and more expensive. But don't worry, the state is trying to make more oil in Bakersfield to help. The city is also thinking about taxing short-term r

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

California's Struggle: Mayor Calls Out Governor on Housing and Crime

San Jose's mayor, Matt Mahan, recently shared his thoughts on California's handling of homelessness and crime. He believes the state's efforts are falling short. In a recent interview, Mahan gave California's government a low grade, suggesting it's not doing enough to tackle these pressing issues.

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Dec 21 2025WEATHER

San Francisco's Surprise Power Plunge

San Francisco faced a major power outage on a recent Saturday. Over 125, 000 people were left in the dark. That's nearly a third of the city's population. The issue started in the morning and got worse as the day went on. The outage hit many neighborhoods. Areas like Richmond, Sunset, Haight Ashbur

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Dec 19 2025OPINION

San Diego Rodeo: A Test of City's Values

San Diego's annual rodeo event at Petco Park has sparked serious concerns about animal welfare and the city's priorities. The event, organized by the Padres, has seen multiple incidents of animal cruelty, yet city leaders have done little to address the issue. In the first rodeo, a horse named Waco

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Dec 19 2025EDUCATION

San Diego's Math Problem: Time to Face the Numbers

San Diego Unified School District has a math problem. It's not new, but it's getting worse. A recent report from UCSD showed that 1 in 12 admitted students needed remedial math courses. That's a huge jump from 2020 to 2025. The report suggests that high school grades might be too high, especially af

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Dec 18 2025FINANCE

San Diego's Money Moves: What's Happening to Your Cash?

San Diego County is considering some significant tax adjustments. These changes could lead to more revenue for the government, but they might also leave residents with less money in their pockets. Let's explore what's on the table. One proposal involves increasing the sales tax by one cent in the c

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Dec 16 2025SPORTS

A Quarterback's Regret: Diego Pavia's Heisman Moment

Diego Pavia, the quarterback from Vanderbilt, found himself in hot water after his reaction to not winning the Heisman Trophy. He finished second to Indiana's Fernando Mendoza, who secured the award with a significant lead in first-place votes. Pavia's initial response was far from graceful. He shar

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Dec 15 2025SPORTS

Diego Pavia's NFL Draft Struggles: A Lesson in Humility

Diego Pavia, a standout quarterback from Vanderbilt, is facing a tough road to the NFL Draft. His journey has been marked by impressive stats and a bold personality, but recent actions have raised eyebrows. Pavia's confident demeanor, which includes refusing to pick between Lamar Jackson and Johnny

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Dec 12 2025SCIENCE

Ancient Underwater Secrets Revealed Off France's Coast

Off the coast of Brittany, France, a team of divers stumbled upon something extraordinary. They found a massive wall, hidden underwater for thousands of years. This wall is not just old; it's ancient, dating back to around 5, 800 to 5, 300 BC. That's right, we're talking about a time when people wer

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Dec 11 2025OPINION

San Diego's Hidden Housing Crisis: The Airbnb Effect

San Diego is in a housing crunch. It's not just a small problem. It's a big one. And a big part of it is Airbnbs. Right now, there are 10, 600 homes in San Diego being used as short-term rentals. That's a lot. It's like having a whole other city within San Diego where families can't live. These hom

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