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Blending green hydrogen with natural gas is seen by some as key to achieving California’s clean energy goals. Hawaii and other countries have been doing so, reducing their planet-warming pollution by less than 10%.
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First, privacy advocates have major concerns about a locally-run database. Then, the San Diego City Council returned for its first session of 2026 today. Next, we bring you details around the freezing of billions of dollars in childcare for five states. And why some county public health officials are fighting back against new federal childhood vaccine guidelines. Then, a 90-year-old theater in Oceanside is getting a multi-million dollar renovation. Last but not least, another installment of the SDNN original segment, The Pod Behind the Package.
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This is Phase 1 of a $2.2 million renovation, and it'll connect the theater lobby with its studio, which are currently separated by a wall.
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First, federal agents detained a local protest organizer in front of the federal building downtown. Then, Somali childcare providers say strangers are surveilling their centers. Also on the podcast, the county has intentions to build cabins for people experiencing homelessness in Lemon Grove. Next, with the Golden Globes taking place this weekend, our resident Cinema Junkie gives out her own awards for her favorite films from last year. Last but not least, some weekend event ideas for you and yours happening across the county.
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