Scientists have long wondered about how the potato's genetic lineage came to be. Now they know: The plants are a cross between tomatoes and a plant known as Etuberosum.
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The Department of the Navy and Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton signed the lease with California's State Parks office and Department of General Services to keep the popular beach open to the public. -
Members of San Diego's congressional delegation Thursday demanded answers as to why despite the dry weather, environmental officials are reporting an increase in sewage flow and strong odors from Mexico in the Tijuana River. -
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The grant money will support 20 new locations in San Diego County. -
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A gradual warming trend will continue this week in San Diego County, with temperatures expected to vary a few degrees each day by mid-week. -
The bill was attempting to streamline approval of housing developments in coastal communities that make use of an affordable housing incentive program. The bill's San Diego author is vowing to bring it back next year. -
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