Stories for January 9, 2008
Cal Utilities Commission Mulls Best Practices For Wildfire Response
Californias Public Utilities Commission held a hearing in San Diego today to consider how to improve communications during wildfires in the future. KPBS reporter Alison St John has more.
Federal Police Pour Into Tijuana in Push to Curtail Crime
More Mexican federal police are streaming into Tijuana. The government has sent the reinforcements to help crackdown on crime. KPBS reporter Amy Isackson has the story.
Coastal Commission to Consider San Diego Timeshare Hotel Project
The Port of San Diego wants to redevelop four acres of land on Harbor Island. The Port is asking the state coastal commission to approve the plan. KPBS reporter Ed Joyce has details.
Local Fitness Expert Makes Your Resolutions a Reality
Resolving to lose weight and eat right is a great goal for the New Year, but it can be difficult to know where to start. A local fitness expert offers must-know tips to getting and staying healthy.
Couples and Money: Learning to Fight Fair
One of the main reasons that couples argue is money. For many, tension over money will lead to divorce. But knowing how to talk about and manage money can strengthen a relationship and lead to better financial outcomes. We discuss why money issues cause stress in relationships and how couples can communicate better and manage their finances.
New Hampshire Voters Shake-up the Presidential Race
New Hampshire voters cast their ballots for president in the nation's first primary. Political analysts Gloria Penner and Carl Luna explain the surprise results.
Port Commission in Favor of New $23 Million Cruise Ship Terminal
The San Diego Port Commission has voted in favor of spending $23 million on a new cruise ship terminal at the foot of Broadway. However it remains unclear where that money will come from. KPBS reporter Alison St John has more.
New Calif. Law Requiring Strict Nurse-to-Patient Ratios Takes Effect
Nurses like it, but hospitals don't. Either way, the final stage of California's landmark nurse staffing law has just kicked in. KPBS reporter Kenny Goldberg has the story.
Port Commission Approves Bayfront Hotel Development
The San Diego Port Commission voted unanimously to give the go ahead to a major hotel development on the Embarcadero between Broadway and B Street. KPBS reporter Alison St John has more.
San Onofre Nuclear Plant Undergoing Special Inspection
Officials say federal inspectors have begun a special check of the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station following the failure of an emergency diesel generator during testing.
Marine to Answer Charges in Haditha Massacre
Marine Staff Sgt. Frank Wuterich has waited more than two years to have his say over his alleged involvement in the killings of 24 Iraqi men, women and children.
Local Teachers Glad Schwarzenegger Won't Be Pushing New Education Reforms in 08
The San Diego teacher's union welcomes news that Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger won't be pushing a full plate of education reforms this year. The Governor says dealing with the state's massive budget shortfall is his top priority. KPBS Reporter Ana Tintocalis has more.
Man Moves Into IKEA For A One Week
A guy named Mark Malkoff has moved into a New Jersey IKEA while his New York City apartment is getting fumigated. He's documenting the whole experience
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