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Archives for August 2014

Illinois Middle School Teacher Arrested On Federal Child Sexual Exploitation Charges

August 31, 2014 By sdcnews

CHICAGO–A middle school teacher in northwest suburban Buffalo Grove, Illinois, was arrested early Thursday morning on federal charges for allegedly receiving child pornography and persuading a minor to produce pornographic images of himself. John C. Vastis, aka “Pete,” 51, of Lakemoor, Illinois, which straddles Lake and McHenry counties, was arrested at his home Aug. 28 […]

Filed Under: National Tagged With: National

Former Arthrocare Executives Sentenced For Orchestrating $750 Million Securities Fraud Scheme

August 31, 2014 By sdcnews

WASHINGTON–The former chief executive officer (CEO) of ArthroCare Corporation was sentenced to serve 20 years in prison, and the former chief financial officer (CFO) was sentenced to serve 10 years in prison today for their leading roles in a $750 million securities fraud scheme. Two other former senior vice presidents of ArthroCare were also sentenced to […]

Filed Under: National Tagged With: National

San Diego’s Largest Halloween Outdoor Block Party

August 31, 2014 By sdcnews

SAN DIEGO–The 14th annual Dos XX’s Monster Bash returns to San Diego on Halloween night. Revelers will take over the Gaslamp and East Village on October 31, from 6 p.m. to midnight in downtown San Diego, transforming over eight blocks into the largest Halloween event in California. The event will feature over 15 of San […]

Filed Under: Entertainment Tagged With: Event

Gov. Brown Appoints New Administrator At CalVet’s West Los Angeles Veterans Home‏

August 29, 2014 By sdcnews

LOS ANGELES–On Wednesday, Governor Jerry Brown appointed Thomas Bucci of Solano as administrator at our California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) Veterans Home of California, West Los Angeles. “Our West Los Angeles Veterans Home is one of CalVet’s top priorities, and we are excited to bring such a skilled leader into our community,” stated Undersecretary […]

Filed Under: Local Tagged With: National

$350M In Bonds Sold To Fund Regional Transportation Projects‏

August 29, 2014 By sdcnews

SAN DIEGO–Capitalizing on favorable market conditions and strong investor demand, San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) has sold $350 million in tax-exempt, fixed-rate bonds at an exceptionally low 3.85 percent interest rate to finance key transportation improvements in the region. With investors willing to pay a premium for the bonds, the bond issuance generated proceeds […]

Filed Under: Central San Diego, Local Tagged With: Local

“Wild,” “You’re Not You” To Headline San Diego Film Festival‏

August 29, 2014 By sdcnews

SAN DIEGO—The San Diego Film Festival has announced today that WILD starring Reese Witherspoon will be the opening night film at the festival on September 24, while “You’re Not You” starring Hilary Swank, Emmy Rossum and Josh Duhamel will be the closing night film on September 27. Duhamel will also be in attendance for the screening. […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Film Tagged With: Film

Governor Brown Signs District Attorney-Sponsored Human Trafficking Bill

August 29, 2014 By sdcnews

SAN DIEGO–Governor Jerry Brown signed Senate Bill 939, authored by State Senator Marty Block and co-sponsored by the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office. The bill makes it possible for prosecutors to file multiple charges against a defendant who commits human trafficking-related offenses in multiple jurisdictions across the State of California, holding them accountable during […]

Filed Under: Central San Diego, Local Tagged With: Local

New Research Helps Explain Why Elderly Are Prone To Sleep Problems

August 29, 2014 By sdcnews

Toronto, ONTARIO–(Newswise)–As people grow older, they often have difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep, and tend to awaken too early in the morning. In individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, this common and troubling symptom of aging tends to be especially pronounced, often leading to nighttime confusion and wandering, which is why it’s important that the elderly […]

Filed Under: Health, Medical Tagged With: Health

Losing Weight Lowers Health Care Costs For Adults With Type 2 Diabetes

August 29, 2014 By sdcnews

(Newswise)–Overweight individuals with diabetes who lose weight by dieting and increasing their physical activity can reduce their health care costs by an average of more than $500 per year, according to a new study. “Lifestyle interventions promoting weight loss and physical activity are recommended for overweight and obese people with Type 2 diabetes to improve […]

Filed Under: Health, Medical Tagged With: Health

Home Sweet Home: Does Where You Live Impact Student Success?

August 27, 2014 By sdcnews

(Newswise)–Where you live doesn’t have to determine your school success, according to a recent study by Dr. Tracy Alloway, assistant professor of psychology at the University of North Florida. Instead, your working memory—your ability to remember and process information—is a much better predictor of learning outcomes. Socioeconomic status has long been linked with school success. […]

Filed Under: Health, Medical Tagged With: Health

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