Carolyne Corelis
The size and structure of our brains go a long way to explaining what makes us human. But what caused our brains to become what they are? Some UC San Diego researchers have pin-pointed a part of our DNA that is a very strong candidate.
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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. -
California lawmakers scaled back Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed Medi-Cal cuts this week. But critics say the revised plan still unfairly targets the immigrant community. -
The state launched a new program Thursday to help homeowners impacted by recent disasters. -
Crews had the burn zone completely surrounded by firebreaks as of about 3 p.m. Friday, CalFire reported.
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