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San Diego County is taking a bold stand against human trafficking by supporting a groundbreaking bill aimed at protecting vulnerable youth and holding traffickers accountable.

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San Diego County is taking a bold stand against human trafficking by supporting a groundbreaking bill aimed at protecting vulnerable youth and holding traffickers accountable. Learn more here #SanDiegoCitySanDiegoCounty...
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April 26, 2025 at 8:15 PM
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San Diego residents are demanding accountability as they criticize costly trips and salary inequities while homelessness and housing affordability spiral out of control.

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San Diego residents are demanding accountability as they criticize costly trips and salary inequities while homelessness and housing affordability spiral out of control. Learn more here #SanDiegoCitySanDiegoCounty...
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June 25, 2025 at 2:07 AM
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San Diego's 41st Annual County Blood Drive is calling for heroes to step up and save lives—will you answer the call?

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San Diego's 41st Annual County Blood Drive is calling for heroes to step up and save lives—will you answer the call? Click to read more! #SanDiegoCitySanDiegoCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #LifeSaving #CommunitySupport...
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April 3, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is reshaping housing strategies and enhancing public safety with a new fire station, signaling crucial changes for local residents.

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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is reshaping housing strategies and enhancing public safety with a new fire station, signaling crucial changes for local residents. Read the full story #SanDiegoCitySanDiegoCounty...
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April 26, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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San Diego County is stepping up to combat climate change, with leaders urging bold actions to protect public health and the environment amidst rising sea levels and wildfires.

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San Diego County is stepping up to combat climate change, with leaders urging bold actions to protect public health and the environment amidst rising sea levels and wildfires. Click to read more! #SanDiegoCitySanDiegoCounty...
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April 26, 2025 at 8:05 PM
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San Diego County Supervisors are torn over a proposed trip to Vienna for a housing study while grappling with local regulations that hinder development and drive up costs.

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San Diego County Supervisors are torn over a proposed trip to Vienna for a housing study while grappling with local regulations that hinder development and drive up costs. Click to read more! #SanDiegoCitySanDiegoCounty...
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June 25, 2025 at 3:45 AM
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San Diego County is in the midst of a housing crisis, with a staggering 11% drop in building permits and calls for urgent policy changes to meet the needs of its workforce.

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San Diego County is in the midst of a housing crisis, with a staggering 11% drop in building permits and calls for urgent policy changes to meet the needs of its workforce. Read the full story #SanDiegoCitySanDiegoCounty...
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April 26, 2025 at 9:55 PM
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San Diego City Council just voted unanimously to support DACA and Temporary Protected Status in two pivotal federal cases—what does this mean for the future of immigration rights?

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Council reports two closed‑session amicus votes to support DACA and TPS litigants
In closed session the council voted to join amicus briefs: one supporting the federal government's defense of DACA in Texas v. United States, and another supporting plaintiffs seeking restoration of Temporary Protected Status in Ramos v. Mayorkas; the city attorney reported both motions passed 5–0 with specified members absent.
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May 13, 2026 at 1:57 PM
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Public commenters raised serious concerns about the 107 Ash amendment, questioning the building's condition, developer profits, and potential conflicts of interest that could affect affordable housing in San Diego.

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Public raises building‑condition and conflict‑of‑interest concerns over 107 Ash plan
Public commenters urged caution on the 107 Ash amendment, asking for a building condition report, clarity on asbestos remediation, developer profit margins and potential conflicts of interest involving a city planning official.
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September 18, 2026 at 9:01 PM
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After a mosque attack, San Diego residents are demanding urgent action for an active-shooter alert system to safeguard schools and places of worship.

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Speakers urge San Diego to explore active‑shooter alert after mosque attack
Multiple public commenters and some council members urged the city to consider an "active‑shooter alert" system and other operational security measures after the May 18 Islamic Center attack; council asked staff to explore feasibility.
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September 18, 2026 at 8:27 PM
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San Diego City Council just made major moves on autonomous vehicles, a $57 million bridge contract, and more—what's next for the city?

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Votes at a glance: council approves AV resolution, El Camino Real contract and Desert View vacation
Summary of roll‑call outcomes: R‑2027‑49 (autonomous vehicles) passed 8–0 (one absence); Skanska contract (Item 200) passed 7–0 (two absences); Desert View Drive vacation (Item 202) passed 7–0 (two absences).
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September 18, 2026 at 8:28 PM
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San Diego City Council has taken a bold step towards ensuring that the rise of autonomous vehicles prioritizes public safety and worker protections with a unanimous resolution.

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San Diego council adopts resolution urging local control, safety and worker protections for autonomous vehicles
After nearly two hours of public comment, the San Diego City Council unanimously adopted a resolution calling for local oversight, emergency‑response safeguards, accessibility protections and labor protections in response to recent driverless vehicle deployments.
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September 18, 2026 at 8:20 PM
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San Diego County employees have joined forces to raise an astounding $110,000 for local nonprofits, proving that their commitment to community goes far beyond the office.

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County Employees Charitable Organization announces Seagull Awards for 73 nonprofit grants
Seagull Awards Ceremony honors 73 nonprofits with grants from county employee contributions.
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April 14, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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San Diego's City Council just approved a groundbreaking policy to issue citations instead of towing vehicles with expired registrations, aiming to protect low-income residents from harsh penalties.

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Council adopts policy to cite, not tow, vehicles with registrations expired over six months
After an audit showed thousands of ‘disproportionate impact’ tows, the San Diego City Council adopted a policy position that the city should issue citations rather than tow vehicles with registrations expired more than six months; the measure passed 7–1, with one member absent.
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September 18, 2026 at 8:22 PM
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The San Diego City Council has taken a historic step by unanimously adopting a resolution to define Islamophobia as an educational tool to combat anti-Muslim hate and support community safety.

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San Diego Council unanimously adopts resolution defining Islamophobia as educational tool
After hours of public testimony, including survivors and interfaith leaders, the San Diego City Council unanimously approved a nonbinding resolution adopting a working definition of Islamophobia to guide education, security partnerships, and civic outreach following the May 18 attack.
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September 18, 2026 at 8:19 PM
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San Diego County just approved a massive $100 million financing plan aimed at crucial capital projects, including vital stormwater improvements to combat flooding—what does this mean for your community?

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San Diego County just approved a massive $100 million financing plan aimed at crucial capital projects, including vital stormwater improvements to combat flooding—what does this mean for your community?...
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February 1, 2026 at 6:30 AM
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San Diego is set to transform the El Camino Real bridge with a $57.4 million upgrade, adding vital infrastructure for pedestrians and cyclists while addressing community concerns.

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Council approves $57.4M Skanska contract to replace El Camino Real bridge and add pipeline
The council approved a $57.4 million contract with Skanska for the El Camino Real bridge replacement and a bundled 16‑inch water pipeline; construction is slated to begin winter 2026–27 and the bridge to open by winter 2029–30.
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September 18, 2026 at 8:33 PM
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San Diego's City Council just took a major step toward revitalizing downtown with a unanimous vote for a groundbreaking affordable housing project that will transform 107 Ash into 100% affordable units.

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Council approves amendment to 107 Ash ground lease to advance 100% affordable conversion
The council approved a first amendment to the ground lease/DDA for 107 Ash to finalize financing for an adaptive‑reuse affordable housing project that increases affordability terms and unit counts and adjusts the city's note interest rate.
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September 18, 2026 at 8:26 PM
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Supervisor Desmond is fighting to expand emergency housing for homeless veterans in San Diego, highlighting the urgent need to support those who served our country.

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Supervisor Desmond proposes expanded emergency housing for homeless veterans in San Diego
Supervisor Desmond advocates for improved shelter and support for homeless veterans in San Diego.
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June 24, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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In the sun-soaked fields of San Diego County, Clara O'Ryan is the unsung hero ensuring that every bite of fresh produce you buy is not just delicious, but also genuine and safe.

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Clara O'Ryan leads inspections of San Diego County farmers markets and scales
Clara O'Ryan verifies produce authenticity and scale accuracy at San Diego County farmers markets
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June 7, 2025 at 6:50 AM
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A heated San Diego County Board meeting erupted as a speaker accused officials of negligence in a tragic child trafficking case, demanding accountability for the safety of local families.

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A heated San Diego County Board meeting erupted as a speaker accused officials of negligence in a tragic child trafficking case, demanding accountability for the safety of local families. Read the full...
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June 4, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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The San Diego City Council has just adopted a transformative FY2027 budget that prioritizes funding for arts, libraries, and community safety, reversing cuts from the mayor's proposal.

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San Diego Council adopts FY2027 budget with arts, libraries and park restorations and reallocates funds from parking and neighborhood fees
After lengthy debate and hours of public comment the San Diego City Council adopted the FY2027 budget on June 9, 2026. The final package restores funding for arts grants, library and recreation hours, adds money for stormwater and multimodal safety, creates an affordable‑housing preservation fund and includes a reallocation of some parking/neighborhood fees.
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June 10, 2026 at 12:51 PM
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Dr. Joelle D'Onofrio Odeman is advocating for the game-changing use of pediatric CPAP and BiPAP in ambulances, stressing the need for better training and objective criteria to enhance respiratory care for children.

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Speaker urges wider use of pediatric CPAP/BiPAP on ambulances and objective criteria for escalation
Dr. Joelle D'Onofrio Odeman told a San Diego EMS audience that heated high-flow nasal cannula, CPAP and BiPAP are central to pediatric respiratory care, described device considerations and field adoption examples, and urged objective protocols and QA to support EMS use.
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December 26, 2025 at 1:37 AM
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Mayor Todd Gloria's budget revision has sparked intense public debate, with over 200 residents advocating for crucial restorations in arts, youth services, and library hours while opposing controversial surveillance measures.

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Mayor presents May revision to San Diego's FY2027 budget as hundreds urge restorations for arts, youth, libraries and oppose Flock surveillance
Mayor Todd Gloria and finance staff outlined the May revision to the FY2027 draft budget, citing a $118,000,000 structural deficit while proposing targeted restorations. More than 200 public speakers urged full restoration of arts, parks, libraries and youth services and urged the council to cancel a proposed Flock surveillance contract.
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May 29, 2026 at 10:47 AM
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The San Diego City Council celebrated local milestones while grappling with pressing concerns over transparency in litigation and urgent water issues.

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Council approves proclamations, moves consent agenda amid public comment on litigation and water issues
Council approved multiple proclamations honoring local organizations and leaders, and passed consent items unanimously; public comment during the morning included concerns about a $2.5M settlement (Flat Iron), stormwater permitting, and local leases.
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September 7, 2026 at 2:01 AM