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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Customers will receive an energy credit on their April bills, thanks to the California Climate Credit administered by the California Public Utilities Commission, it was announced Monday.
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A new state report reveals Kaiser has yet to fix major mental health violations, leaving patients waiting for care as the strike continues.
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The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in San Diego County rose Monday for the eighth consecutive day, increasing 1.3 cents to $4.818, a day after rising 2.9 cents.
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Nick Pivetta threw seven innings of one-hit ball in a brilliant debut with the Padres and Manny Machado returned to the lineup and hit an RBI double as San Diego beat the Atlanta Braves 5-0 on Sunday night to sweep a season-opening, four-game series.
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Monday's temperatures will mostly be in the mid- to upper 60s on the coast and inland areas, the mid- to upper 50s in the mountains and the upper 70s in the desert areas.
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The 78-unit apartment complex next to St. Luke's Episcopal Church will be reserved for low-income individuals and families.
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The state fire marshall says the maps are meant to help cities and counties plan new communities and should not affect the insurance rates of existing homes.
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The California Student Aid Commission extended the state financial aid priority deadline after a delayed FAFSA rollout and privacy concerns for some families.
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The lawsuit alleged the Vista-based soap company fostered a risky culture of psychedelic drug use among some leaders and employees.
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February's unadjusted unemployment rate was 5.5% for California and 4.5% for the nation during the same period.
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