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San Diego economy is feeling the squeeze from the novel coronavirus outbreak as conventions and conferences cancel their events as a precaution. Plus, the V.A. has a program to help war vets pay for nursing homes and home health care, but the application process can be burdensome. Also, the Census Bureau is starting its headcount in earnest today. And, a new take on Peter Pan from Wendy’s perspective.

UCSD researchers are finding ways to boost the life and power of lithium batteries. Plus, San Diego mourns the death of George Walker Smith, a leader in the black community. And people under coronavirus quarantine in San Diego will get to go home.

The potential cuts include more than 200 teachers, counselors and librarians, as well as a complete shutdown of the district’s learning centers, which serve students who don't fit in traditional classrooms.

Veterans Affairs opens the second inpatient treatment center for gambling in Las Vegas, part of a long tradition that dates back to the early days when gambling was first seen as an addiction.

Some people have reported getting a lighter or heavier period after getting a COVID-19 vaccine. Cause for concern? Doctors say no. Could it be a temporary side-effect? That's harder to determine.

The league accepted changes after an outcry over test score adjustments known as "race-norming," which make it harder for retired Black players to win dementia awards.

San Diego is playing a major role in the fight against coronavirus. UC San Diego Health is now recruiting patients to participate in a clinical trial for an antiviral drug to treat COVID-19. The drug has shown some success against other viruses. Plus, immigration detention centers could become a hot spot for coronavirus. We hear from an immigration attorney about what conditions have been like inside the Otay Mesa Detention Center during the outbreak. Also, the military is scrambling to contain the spread of the coronavirus while maintaining force readiness, medical students are volunteering amid the outbreak, and if you’re you’re looking for things to do while practicing social-distancing — we’ve got you covered.

With high-profile stories of vaccinated people dying from COVID, how worried should you be about getting a serious breakthrough case? Here's how the data shake out.

The hammer throw competitor turned away from the flag during the national anthem on Saturday after she said she was told it wouldn't play when she was on the U.S. Olympic trials podium.

The new season explores what makes San Diego unique, from skateboarding to homelessness, military life to gay identity.