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When Does End Of Life Begin: Hospice Under Scrutiny

Feb. 5, 2013
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With a growing number of people choosing to die at home, the federal government is questioning who's in hospice and for how long.

Homeowners Willing To Pay Higher Taxes Can Buy Nicer Schools

Nov. 2, 2012
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Some San Diego homeowners are willing to pay hundreds of dollars extra in property taxes every month for newer and better-equipped public schools.

New City Hall On Manchester's Waterfront Could Gain Traction

Nov. 1, 2012
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With a new administration and a brighter financial picture, the prospect of moving San Diego city hall to the Navy Broadway complex could be an option.

My Ballot: Election 2012

Oct. 29, 2012
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A rundown of the major issues and candidates on San Diego's November 2012 ballot.

San Diego Media Powerhouse Flexes Political Muscles

Sept. 26, 2012
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What does U-T San Diego owner Doug Manchester have to gain from a new Chargers stadium at the Tenth Avenue Marine Terminal? A KPBS/I-Newsource Investigation.

Campaign Mailers: A Tricky Business

Aug. 6, 2012, updated August 6, 2012
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Why would a Republican candidate appear on a campaign flier that endorses a Democratic President? The Investigations Desk takes a closer look at why Gary Kreep appears on campaign mailers with Barack Obama. Kreep, who won his race for Superior Court Judge, has serious doubts about whether Obama is a U.S. citizen.

Deadly Patrols: Political Climate, Trust And Evidence Contribute To Lack Of Accountability

July 19, 2012
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Take a map of Arizona, draw a square in the bottom right hand corner -- the one closest to New Mexico and the international border -- and you get Cochise County. Fewer people live here than in many cities, and it’s part of the nation’s most active illegal immigration corridor.

What Support Is There For San Diego's Caregivers?

Nov. 22, 2011
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There are more than 650,000 caregivers in San Diego, taking care of family members and friends. It takes a toll on many of them financially and emotionally.

Disparities Clear At Senior Living Communities In San Diego

Nov. 17, 2011
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One of the most difficult decisions facing seniors is where to live in their final years. Our series 'Aging in San Diego' continues with a visit to two senior communities that offer independent and assisted living.

Spreading The Word About Hospice Care

Nov. 15, 2011
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Hospice care offers an alternative to dying in a hospital hooked up to machines. But most people don't know about it.

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