The goal is to determine whether it’s safe to build taller structures using cold-formed steel — a strong, lightweight, recycled material that could make construction faster and more affordable.
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Local wineries generated $51.7 million in gross sales last year, a 5% decline from 2023. However, sales were still more than double what they were in 2016. -
This weekend in the arts: The "Hamilton" ticket lottery, Mother's Day activities and art, Alisa Weilerstein and Rafael Payare performing together, GI Film Festival San Diego and more. -
One development in San Diego's Mid-City area will feature 90 units for senior residents. The second, with 134 units catering to seniors and families, is planned in Escondido. -
The CH-53E helicopter carrying the Marines departed Creech Air Force Base in Indian Springs, Nevada on Feb. 6, 2024, and was headed back to Marine Corps Air Station Miramar when it crashed. -
Two UC San Diego researchers found evidence that birth rates climbed eight years ago during Trump’s first term. -
The fight for La Jolla’s independence is officially on. And just like many historic revolutions, it’s starting with the exchange of stern letters. But these ones even have footnotes. -
San Diego's Zohreh and Susie Ghahremani share "Memory Garden," a children's book about a grandmother and granddaughter bonding through stories, culture and gardening. -
For years, Frontwave has benefited from an exclusive agreement that funnels young Marine recruits into the credit union. A previous KPBS investigation showed Frontwave relies on overdraft fees from Marines and others as a key source of revenue. -
With the Transportation Security Administration set to require Real ID for commercial airline passengers Wednesday, San Diego International Airport leaders are advising travelers to arrive early and be prepared. -
Proceeds raised will benefit Kitchens For Good, which helps people find jobs in the culinary and hospitality industries.
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