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These teens were missing too much school. Here's what it took to get them back

Since the pandemic, chronic absenteeism in the nation's K-12 schools has skyrocketed. These teens are working to get their attendance back on track.

Rodent trainer Neema Justin, 33, shares a moment with an African giant pouched rat after an exercise in detecting illegal wildlife products at the Apopo training facility in Morogoro, Tanzania. Apopo's staff often form close bonds with their rats.

Dear rat, did you ever know that you're my hero?

African giant pouched rats use their acute sense of smell to sniff out landmines and detect TB in sputum samples. Now, they are set to become search-and-rescue specialists too.

Miss Teen USA, UmaSofia Srivastava, left, and Miss USA, Noelia Voigt pictured at a New York Fashion Week event in February. They both announced their resignations this week.

Miss USA and Miss Teen USA resign days apart, casting a spotlight on the organization

Miss USA Noelia Voigt and Miss Teen USA UmaSofia Srivastava stepped down, citing mental health and personal values. They are the latest to depart the organization, which is no stranger to controversy.

NCAA, leagues back $2.8B settlement, setting stage for major change in college sports

The monumental decision sets the stage for a groundbreaking revenue-sharing model that could start directing millions of dollars directly to athletes as soon as the 2025 fall semester.

The outline of palm trees are seen through raindrops on a car window on March, 6, 2024.

City says residents should 'prepare, take precautions' ahead of weekend storm

The City is providing empty sandbags at select locations in all City Council districts.

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria announces his 2024 fiscal year budget at a press conference April 14, 2023.

Mayor reveals $5.65 billion budget, one-time cuts to prevent service losses

Mayor Todd Gloria Friday revealed his proposed $5.65 billion budget for fiscal year 2025.

The exterior of a 99 Cents Only Store in the Grant Hill area. San Diego, Calif. April 16, 2024.

San Diegans feel the impact of 99 Cents Only Store closure

The chain’s closure is disappointing for many but may have the biggest effect on communities with low food access.

North County Transit District's new CEO has lofty goals for public transit in region

NCTD is getting a new CEO. He has ambitious plans to make public transportation in the region an effective and realistic alternative to driving.

Kirsten Dunst plays a battle scarred photojournalist in <em>Civil War.</em>

'Civil War' is a doomsday thought experiment — that could have used more thinking

This ambitious thriller comes across as an empty stunt — a democracy dystopia that sidesteps the politics of the present moment. But Kirsten Dunst is excellent as a battle scarred photojournalist.

Peter Seidler holds a Wheaties box featuring Tony Gwynn.

Padres owner Peter Seidler talks team, homeless efforts

What many people don’t know about Peter Seidler is his infectious optimism for creating a better future for San Diego’s homeless population.

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