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Bivalent COVID-19 vaccines are readied for use at a clinic in Richmond, Va., Nov. 2022. Just 15% of eligible Americans have gotten the most recent booster shot, according to the CDC.

It's not too late to get a COVID booster — especially for older adults

Public health officials want more Americans to get the latest COVID vaccine booster. Only 35% of people over 65 have gotten the shot, though 75% of COVID deaths are among people in this age group.

A flag bearing the Treasury Department's seal flies at the Internal Revenue Service headquarters in Washington. The average refund for U.S. taxpayers is $2,910 — a 9.8% drop from 2022, the IRS says.

The tax deadline is Tuesday. So far, refunds are 10% smaller than last year

Have you filed your tax return? The 2023 deadline is Tuesday, April 18. Most taxpayers are getting hundreds of dollars less in refunds than they did last year.

Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., center, with Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., left, and Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., during a news conference on Capitol Hill in Washington on Wednesday.

Democrats are crying foul as House Republicans sort key committee assignments

Speaker Kevin McCarthy blocked two Democrats from serving on a key House panel, arguing it is in the interest of national security. Dems say the move is nothing more than political retribution.

Scripps Pier is is shown with a marine layer of clouds over the Pacific Ocean in an undated photo.

What happens if there are fewer May-gray days?

The coastal cloud cover traditionally keeps spring and early summer temperatures comfortable in San Diego.

The "balloon dog" sculpture, pictured, shortly after it shattered.

He watched the Koons 'balloon dog' fall and shatter ... and wants to buy the remains

Artist and collector Stephen Gamson was pointing out the porcelain balloon dog to his friend when the whole thing went down. It seems one gallery's trash is another man's treasure.

A sign at Trader Joe's in Hillcrest reads "Sorry for the inconvenience!! Due to the sudden decrease in chicken population, our supply is limited. We get deliveries every morning, but sell out early." San Diego, Calif. Jan. 15, 2023.

Rising egg prices are having an impact in places you might not expect

High egg prices are hitting grocery bills — and could hit child care bills as well.

Sea turtle activities are conducted under Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Marine Turtle Permits. Turtle images were acquired while conducting authorized research.

Florida heat births more female turtles than males. It may lead to population decline

Warmer temperatures produce more female sea turtles and cooler weather produces more males. Hotter summers means more females are being born. Scientists are concerned it could create gender imbalance.

The 100 Best Songs Of 2022 (100-81)

We ranked a list of 100 songs that reflects the sprawling, energetic messiness of 2022. Start listening.

'The Last White Man' spins a deft, if narrow, fantasy about identity

Mohsin Hamid's surreal new novel centers on a white man who awakens one morning to find that his skin has turned brown. The Last White Man only seriously strains credulity at its very end.

A man riding his bike through a homeless encampment in downtown San Diego, May 31, 2022.

Homeless advocates, housing groups push back against Gloria's housing plans

Less than a day after announcing new plans to tackle housing affordability and homelessness, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria is getting some criticism.

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