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Martin Cooper changed the world when he invented the portable phone. The Motorola company’s four-pound box has evolved into a global army of powerful smartphones weighing ounces.
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The U.S. Department of Education will begin more rigorous screening of financial aid applicants, citing instances of fraud at California’s community colleges. -
California lawmakers are trying to make local government meetings more open to non-English speakers. The bill could reduce long-standing barriers to the democratic process in Imperial County. -
About 60,000 people took to the streets of downtown San Diego on Saturday for what organizers are calling "No Kings Day, a nationwide protest of President Donald Trump's policies. -
Two protests — which organizers called "No Kings" Day — drew more than 60,000 people to the streets of downtown San Diego. The rallies were part of a nationwide demonstration against President Donald Trump’s policies and what critics described as authoritarian actions. -
Officials have threatened to find San Diego in violation of state housing laws if the city passes a package of reforms to a program that encourages accessory dwelling units. -
The California Legislature has rejected many of the spending cuts Gov. Gavin Newsom is seeking to close a $12 billion budget deficit, relying on internal borrowing to put off difficult decisions. -
The plaza now has a total of 5,200 parking spaces adjacent to the existing Terminal 1 and the New T1, is scheduled to open in September 2025. -
To vote by mail, you must register by June 16 to receive a ballot. Otherwise, you will need to make a trip in person to a vote center. -
To celebrate, go see the Mexican slasher film "Grave Robbers" screening Sunday at Digital Gym Cinema. -
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has temporarily blocked a federal judge’s order that directed President Donald Trump to return control of National Guard troops to California after he deployed them there following protests in Los Angeles over immigration raids.
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