Jules Hotz for CalMatters
In the closing days of the legislative year, California lawmakers sent Gov. Gavin Newsom a bill that is meant to toughen scrutiny of the state’s embattled fire insurer of last resort by insisting that two of their leaders join its governing committee.
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A new COVID-19 variant nicknamed “razor blade throat” is making its way through parts of California. While case numbers remain relatively low in San Diego County, health experts are warning people not to let their guard down. -
Over the weekend crews were able to completely contain the Hawick Fire in East San Diego County; nearby, the Monte Fire has burned 1,051 acres, however containment lines are 90% complete.
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The Markup and CalMatters found multiple ways consumers can block the trackers quietly sending your data to tech companies, including those used on state-run health exchange websites. -
Some food trucks, farmers markets and small restaurants are temporarily closed, while others are shielding workers and raising funds to help. -
The National Transportation Safety Board released its preliminary report Wednesday on the May 22 crash. Says runway lights that would have helped guide a small jet into a San Diego airport in foggy weather, hadn't worked since 2022. -
A listeria outbreak that has killed three people is linked to heat-and-eat chicken fettucine alfredo products sold at Kroger and Walmart stores. -
Crews are being flown in by helicopter to fight the fire on steep rugged terrain. Evacuation orders remain in place, but no structures are threatened, according to CalFire. -
Multiple agencies are working to put out the Mission Fire in Bonsall, near Mission Road. -
Crews had the burn zone completely surrounded by firebreaks as of about 3 p.m. Friday, CalFire reported. -
The aircraft went down for unknown reasons about 12:30 p.m. Sunday, shortly after taking off from San Diego International Airport en route to Phoenix, the Federal Aviation Administration reported.
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