San Francisco, CA–The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) Friday issued a proposal that would approve a settlement agreement on reporting of data on sexual harassment and assault, and penalize Uber $9 million for failure to respond to CPUC requests for data on such incidents arising in Uber passenger vehicles that were listed in Uber’s 2019 […]
Archives for October 2021
Woman dies following a group of swimmers entering the U.S. at San Diego border beach
San Diego, CA–One person is dead following an attempt by a large group of people to illegally enter the U.S. by swimming around the border barrier and making their way to the beach at Border Field State Park in San Diego. On October 29, at approximately 11:38 p.m., U.S. Border Patrol agents received a notification […]
SANDAG board discusses road usage tax, free transit, and funding strategy for 2021 Regional Plan
San Diego, CA–At its Friday meeting, the SANDAG Board of Directors discussed several updates that will be reflected in the proposed final 2021 Regional Plan. Updates to the plan follow an extensive public outreach process and reflect input received through public comments and further analysis. “The 2021 Regional Plan is an unprecedented investment in the […]
California launches Encampment Resolution Grant program
Sacramento, CA–Governor Gavin Newsom said that the California Homeless Coordinating and Financing Council has released the application for $50 million in funding for the brand-new Encampment Resolution Grant program. These funds will be available on a competitive basis to local governments that commit to addressing specific, persistent encampments by using these resources to provide pathways […]
Feds file suit to stop deceptive marketing of nasal spray product advertised as COVID-19 treatment
Washington, D.C.–The Department of Justice, along with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Thursday announced a civil enforcement action against Xlear Incorporated and Nathan Jones for alleged violations of the COVID-19 Consumer Protection Act and the FTC Act. According to a complaint filed in the U.S. District Court for District of Utah, Xlear advertised that their […]
Construction of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s newest destination entering final phases
San Diego, CA–San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is expanding its mission to help all life thrive by cultivating some of its most important allies—the next generation. Opening in February 2022, the 3.2-acre Denny Sanford Wildlife Explorers Basecamp at the San Diego Zoo will be a place where guests and their families can enjoy an exciting […]
SANDAG unveils unemployment data map tool
San Diego, CA–San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) has unveiled a new interactive data tool that highlights key findings of unemployment in the San Diego region. The interactive tool allows policymakers, businesses, and members of the public to gain a better understanding of the impact of pandemic-related unemployment. As of September 2021, the San Diego […]
Victim robbed at gunpoint at Moonlight Beach
By Gina Yarbrough Encinitas, CA–Authorities are searching for the suspect involved in an armed robbery on Moonlight Beach, the Sheriff’s office said Wednesday. The incident occurred on Tuesday, just before 9 p.m. near the 400 block of W. B Street in Encinitas. The victim was on the beach near the volleyball courts when a man […]
Pet of the Week: Stella the Lab
Encinitas, CA–Stella is the pet of the week at Rancho Coastal Humane Society. She’s a 3-year-old, 49-pound, female, Labrador Retriever, and Siberian Husky mix. Stella was adopted 16 months ago but recently returned after her owners got a younger dog. She’s an active dog who needs an active family. Stella is very playful. The $145 […]
Man arrested on suspicion of residential burglary and vehicle theft
San Diego, CA–A man wanted on suspicion of residential burglary stole a vehicle from a residence and led authorities on a brief pursuit in San Diego. Sheriff’s deputies arrested Jason Collins, 48, and booked him into the Vista Detention Facility for burglary, vehicle theft, evading a peace officer with wanton disregard for public safety, Sheriff’s […]
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