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Maureen Cavanaugh

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Legal Hitch May Keep Thousands In District 4 From Voting For New City Councilmember

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A perfect storm of unusual election events may keep some residents of the newly redistricted San Diego City Council District 4 from being able to vote for their own City Council representative.

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Weekend Preview: Tribal Baroque, Nature Walks and Latin Jazz

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It's a new year, which is the perfect excuse to try something new. From free nature walks to free live music, here are some suggestions for your weekend to-do list.

Second Chance Is Lifeline For Job Seekers

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Students at San Diego Second Chance--the homeless, the jobless, the under-educated, even those with a criminal record--can become productive members of society if they can learn to follow the rules.

San Diego's Economy Looks Promising For 2013, But Challenges Still Ahead

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San Diego's economy continues to improve, employment numbers and home values are up and economists expect modest increases through the new year. But there are still some hurdles ahead.

Beginning 2013 With 'Reflections On The Pursuit Of Happiness'

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New Year's words of wisdom on the pursuit of happiness from the pen of Thomas Jefferson.

2012: Top 10 News Stories Of The Year

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Midday host Maureen Cavanaugh, along with Alison St. John and Tom Fudge, who also fill the host chair from time to time, reflect on their candidates for the top San Diego stories of 2012.

Dr. Seuss's 'Midnight Paintings' Unveiled In New Art Book

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Interesting stories about Ted Geisel's work revealed in "The Cat Behind the Hat."

A Bounty Of Holiday Food Gifts For San Diego Foodies

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A bounty of holiday food gifts for San Diego foodies.

DOD Denies Medal Of Honor For San Diego Marine

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A letter released Thursday from U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta confirms the government's decision to deny a posthumous Medal of Honor to San Diego Marine Sgt. Rafael Peralta. Peralta died in 2004 in Fallujah, Iraq.

Weekend Preview: A Garden Of Lights, The Echo Of Dracula, And A Cook's Confablieri

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This weekend in San Diego presents some great opportunities to join in the merriment of the holiday season, either by enjoying holiday themed activities or just taking part in the unique offerings that make San Diego a culturally and gastronomically enriching place to live.

Holidays A Bad Time For Those Who Grieve

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While the holidays can be full of wonder and magic, for some they mean sadness, depression and a magnification of grief.

Do Coercion Claims In Border Drug Smuggling Cases Signal A New Trend?

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Claims of coercion in recent drug smuggling across the U.S. border could signal a new tactic being used by drug cartels.

Prop 30 Revenue Remains Unknown As SD Unified Votes On First Budget

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When California voters approved Proposition 30 in November, many thought the landmark tax measure meant the beginning of the end of school budget woes. Last night San Diego Unified School Board approved its first budget, which included more cuts to make up a $84 million deficit.

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Ravi Shankar, Sitar Virtuoso, Dies At 92

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Shankar was responsible for making Indian classical music popular in the West, collaborating with artists as diverse as the Beatles and Yehudi Menuhin.

Water 'Footprint' Reveals California's Relentless Thirst

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Most people are familiar with the concept of a carbon footprint. But what about your "water footprint"? You might be surprised by the amount of water it takes to put that burger on your plate.

How Would Cutting Mortgage Tax Deduction Impact San Diego?

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Lawmakers in Washington are trying to avoid tax increases known as the fiscal cliff. One idea on the table is changing the mortgage tax deduction resulting in what some are calling a "mortgage cliff."

Tending Your Winter Garden In San Diego

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December can be a busy time for gardeners in San Diego and Gardening Expert Nan Sterman says our mild climate allows for lots of activity in December gardens.

UC San Diego Researchers Create A 'Designer' Cancer Drug With Algae

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Algae is being used as a biofuel and now UC San Diego researchers are using the tiny organisms to produce medicines to treat cancer.

Medical Manual Changes Designation Of Some Autistic Disorders

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The American Psychiatric Association's manual that classifies mental disorders has changed the designation of some autistic disorders. How will this affect families in San Diego?

SANDAG Regional Transportation Plan Derailed, What's Next?

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Leaders of the group that brought the lawsuit that took down the county's regional transportation plan explain why they challenged the RTP in court.

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Weekend Preview: Local Art Shows And Boozy-Themed Dinners

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From local art shows to unique, four-course meals inspired by the drinks they're paired with, here are a few events to check out this weekend.

La Jolla Cove Stinks. What Are The Options For Cleaning Up The Bluffs?

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La Jolla residents have nosed out the problem, now they need a plan to stop the smell at the cove.

Are Tourism Woes For Baja Over?

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Tijuana and Rosarito Beach used to be prime destinations for holiday shopping and celebration. But then came the drug cartel war and tourism ground to a halt.

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Holiday Concerts, Both Traditional And Non-Traditional

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Whether you love or loathe holiday music, there are many concert options to help celebrate the season, from the traditional to more tongue-in-cheek.

Practical Techniques For Dealing With Holiday Stress

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Holiday stress can add to anxiety, strain and tension. Dr. Mimi Guarneri, founder of Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine, shares how to turn stress into strength.

SDSU Cyber-Security Expert With Tips On Safe Holiday Shopping

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Everyone loves the Holidays, including cyber-criminals. Tips on keeping your online shopping safe.

'The Line' Documentary Shows Families In Poverty Across U.S.

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A new documentary, screening tonight in San Diego, puts a human face on poverty in America and challenges stereotypes about the poor.

Cuts To San Diego County Courts Are Affecting Families

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Budget cuts to California's court system are affecting San Diego County courts, in particular family law cases.

Horton Plaza: Wilson's Grand Plan Gets An Update

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When Pete Wilson was elected Mayor of San Diego in 1971, downtown was a haven for tattoo parlors, seedy bars and burlesque houses, a place no respectable person wanted to visit. Times have changed.

Weekend Preview: Chilipalooza, '20 Hour' Ramen, And What's The BFD?

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Great neighborhoods, great food, and great fun are all ahead this weekend.

From Ramen To Riches: Finding A Job In Your 20s

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Many college graduates are still pounding the pavement in search of their first job. The co-author of "From Ramen to Riches: Finding a Job in Your 20s," offers helpful tips.

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Stories From 'The Far East' (East County That Is)

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A new literary/art project dubbed The Far East Project is on a mission to create "a people’s history of East County” with collected personal narratives, poetry, photography and prose.

Tourism Marketing Tax Approved, But Is It Legal?

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The San Diego City Council voted on Monday to extend for 40 years the pilot program taxing hotel rooms by up to 2 percent. The funds collected in the Tourism Marketing District will go exclusively to marketing San Diego and its amenities to tourists.

Why The Young Are Not Leading The Fight Against Climate Change

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Many look to the young to take up the fight against climate change, but one San Diego author says the very people who should be agitating for solutions don't even know what the problem is.

First Inmate Released Under Revised Three-Strikes Law Is San Diegan

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A San Diego man sentenced to life in prison under California's "three-strikes" law will be the first person in the state to be re-sentenced and released under voter-voter approved Proposition 36.

Why Did San Diego's LGBT Community Support Filner?

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San Diego's LGBT community activists are immersed in politics these days, sometimes in surprising ways. Many supported mayoral candidate Bob Filner over Carl DeMaio, who is gay.

Happy Holiday Fare At San Diego Theaters

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The holiday shopping season has officially launched, Christmas lights are already going up, and San Diego theater companies are turning to holiday themed fare to bring audiences in.

Staying Healthy Through The Holidays

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It's the time of year when many people cram into planes, trains and automobiles, and while visiting friends and family may be fun, getting sick is not. We'll tell you how to keep from getting sick around the holidays and why you need to prepare your home when small children visit.

Business Expert Explains How To Avoid Charity Scams

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When you give a donation to someone at the door or round-up your grocery bill for charity at the cash register, who gets the money? How can we tell which charities are well-run and effective?

Black Friday Kicks Off A Long Holiday Shopping Season

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Many predict healthy sales during the longest holiday shopping season in five years.

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Chef Bernard Shares His Thanksgiving Secrets

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The celebrated La Jolla chef provides his insider tips and favorite recipes to help your Thanksgiving meal preparations go smoothly.

Home For The Holidays - Handling Family Dynamics

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Family gatherings can be warm and fuzzy or bring up old resentments and unresolved issues. A family therapist discusses navigating family dynamics throughout the year.

San Diego Independent Budget Analyst Predicts City Deficits

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A report released by San Diego's Independent Budget Analyst finds quite a few uncertainties projecting a deficit of up to $84 million.

Why Moms And Cops Are Uniting To End The Drug War

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This Thanksgiving, Moms United wants to bring attention to the family devastation caused by the drug war with photographs of empty chairs at the holiday table.

Does Tony Young's Departure From City Council Signal Time To Rethink Salaries?

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Some say that to keep qualified people in the public sector, politicians should be paid more.

Congressman Bilbray Concedes, Talks About Next Steps

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Congressman Brian Bilbray conceded the election for the 52nd congressional district on Friday. We'll talk to the longtime congressman about his next steps, whether he'll run for office again and find out what he wants to be remembered for as a legislator.

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The Chocolate Exhibit Returns

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Turkey may be on most people's minds this week but TheNAT is serving up something sweeter with a return of its Chocolate Exhibition (running through March 10, 2013).

Using Twitter To Predict Elections—Or The Flu

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An SDSU project is discovering how social media and websites can be mined for key words and timelines. The resulting mass of information can be used to predict events such as a presidential election.

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Midday Movies: Bond. James Bond.

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Bond. James Bond. With that famous introduction Ian Fleming's British secret agent announced himself on the screen in 1962. This past weekend Bond 23, "Skyfall" just opened. Time to geek out about 007. Listen to the extended discussion of Bond online.

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'Behold, America!' Showcases The History Of American Art

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A new exhibition at three San Diego museums celebrates American art over the last three centuries.