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The All-American Canal is seen here in Imperial County, Calif. Jan. 24, 2022. Customs and Border Protection agents say this is a "high traffic" area for migrants. The border fence is just 26 yards south of the canal and the Interstate-8 highway is a short walk away. Migrants climb the fence, swim across the canal and meet a driver along the highway.

Solar panels on water canals seem like a no-brainer. So why aren't they widespread?

In addition to generating cleaner electricity, covered canals have the added benefit of reducing evaporation in arid locations.

One of Amazon's newest distribution centers in Tracy, Calif., is seen during a tour Sunday, Nov. 30, 2014.

California workers must wait even longer for indoor heat protections

California workplace safety rules for indoor heat protection are five years late, and the Newsom administration wanted to delay them again over state prison cost concerns. But the safety board rebelled and passed the rules anyway.

An ADU complex in the Golden Hill neighborhood of San Diego on Nov. 2, 2023.

Not your grandma's granny flat: How San Diego hacked state housing law to build ADU 'apartment buildings'

A 2021 state law has radically changed the housing equation in San Diego.

The Tesla Inc. Gigafactory in Grünheide, Germany, on Tuesday. The company halted production at its factory outside of Berlin and sent workers home after suspected arson at a nearby high-voltage pylon caused power failures throughout the region.

Tesla evacuates its Germany plant. Musk blames 'eco-terrorists' for suspected arson

Production at Tesla's plant near Berlin ground to a halt and workers were evacuated after a power failure caused by suspected arson, drawing condemnation from Tesla CEO Elon Musk.

Olivia Reeves of the United States lifts in the women's 81kg weightlifting event at the Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile, on Oct. 23, 2023.

Olympic athletes and events that might be under your radar

From the fast-paced 3x3 basketball event to sword fighting in the home of The Three Musketeers — there might be fewer eyes on these events but the contenders and storylines are just as thrilling.

Research on MDMA has shown it can be effective for PTSD, but approval of the treatment isn't yet guaranteed.

Transformation or trouble? Research into MDMA plagued with allegations of misconduct

Clinical trials of MDMA therapy for PTSD have been promising, but concerns have emerged about the quality of the research.

Stick and ground cinnamon is displayed for a photograph in Concord, N.H., on March 2, 2008.

The FDA adds more brands to a new alert for lead-contaminated cinnamon

No illnesses have been reported in connection to the alerts. The FDA has recommended that manufacturers voluntarily recall their products.

Alzheimer's San Diego-En Persona: Cafecito con Alzheimer’s San Diego: Nuestro cerebro y nuestra salud

Venga y hable con nosotros sobre cómo nuestro cerebro es parte de nuestra salud. En Persona. Para más información: alzsd.org

San Diego County Orchid Society International Spring Show and Sale

San Diego County Orchid Society hosts its large, annual international show and sale, Orchids of the Earth, in Balboa Park on the weekend before Earth Day. Enjoy hundreds of magnificent plants, free classes, and conversations with orchid conservation experts. See, learn, and shop at this grand celebration of beauty and color. Early bird sales start at 10 a.m. on Friday. Casa del Prado Room 101 and Patio A. Free admission and parking. For more information visit: sdorchids.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Cafecito con Alzheimer’s San Diego: La demencia y nuestras familias

Venga y hable con nosotros sobre cómo la demencia afecta a nuestros seres queridos. Para más información: alzsd.org

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