The Medical Examiner’s office said it verified his identity by running his fingerprints through the Department of Justice and California ID’s databases. It also matched that information against his Guatemalan passport.
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First, the Public Matters campaign finance project looks into who the biggest midterm spenders are. Then, a vigil was held to honor the man who recently died at the Otay Mesa Detention facility. Also, there is a new affordable housing development using eco-friendly materials. And, some weekend events happening across the county that you and yours can take part in.
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A state law passed last year allowed members of the public to take photos of court records instead of paying steep copying fees. San Diego County Superior Court is only now coming into compliance. -
Graphic by Brenden Tuccinardi / KPBSHere's a look at the top spenders in the region, and where they got their money. -
Courtesy of SANDAGA Republican, Desmond is seeking the 48th Congressional District seat, along with Democrat Marni von Wilpert, a San Diego City Council member. -
Matthew BowlerSan Diego County's weekly Respiratory Virus Surveillance Report found a sharp increase in positive influenza tests, particularly among children ages 5 to 17.
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Prices for candy, the most popular Halloween purchase, and gum have risen 7.7% in one year and are up more than 18% in two years, according to the latest federal data. -
Critics say the tech entrepreneur's enormous wealth has given him too much political power. But when stacked up against other notable American moguls, historians say he's not unique. -
Stewart was raised by an abusive father but became best known for playing kind, paternal leaders who united families of misfits.
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A KPBS investigation earlier this year found the nonprofit owner of the Imperial Regional Detention Facility had avoided millions in taxes by operating as a charity. -
Many now find themselves without the ability to work legally and are at risk of detention and deportation.
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California election officials say the state is prepared. What does that mean?
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This Halloween season, we hear about San Diego's lesser-known haunted sites — and people's fascination with the paranormal. Then, our film critics tackle political fears in this edition of Midday Movies. And finally, your weekend preview. -
First, we take a look into famed civil rights icon, feminist and activist Dolores Huerta’s legacy. Then, family members of a man who died at the Otay Mesa Detention center say ICE misidentified him. Also, San Diego County leads the nation in federal defense spending and there’s a renewed effort to keep it that way. And, with Halloween around the corner we discuss some spooky ways you can spend the fastly-approaching holiday.
- San Diego County rebuffs DOJ request to set aside alleged noncitizen ballots
- Family of man who died at Otay detention center says he had no previous medical conditions
- ‘Climate of fear’: ICE database change leaves families, lawyers in the dark
- ICE arrests alarm California’s community colleges. How much can campus officials do?
