Search results for

What's the latest on plans to build a permanent shelter for the homeless in downtown San Diego? And, what are the economic arguments for building a permanent shelter? We speak to Brian Maienschein, with the United Way of San Diego County.

Calif. Agency Rules Old Technology Harms Marine Ecosystems

President Bush is expected to nominate Michael Mukasey, a retired federal judge, to replace Alberto Gonzales as attorney general. Mukasey heard many high-profile terrorism cases as a federal judge in New York.

With midterm elections less than two weeks away, efforts to get the coveted Latino vote are ramping up. Democrats are hoping for a loyal turnout, while Republicans are appealing to the disenchanted.

Even before last month's devastating earthquake, Calexico, in the Imperial Valley, had the highest home foreclosure and unemployment rates in California. Today, schools in Calexico Unifed will reopen after repairs from earthquake damage.

Facing a $1.5 billion budget deficit, Arizona has reversed authorization for certain types of state-funded transplants. The cuts could mean life or death for 98 low-income residents. Lawmakers may have made the decision based on faulty data, however, so they could reconsider -- but not before January.

Federal agents have raided the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana and the Mingei International Museum in San Diego, and a warrant was issued for Pasadena's Pacific-Asia Museum. Authorities say the museums received looted Asian and Native American artifacts.

Amid the joy at the rescue of the trapped Chilean miners, there are concerted efforts to make sure the kind of accident that led to their 69-day ordeal doesn't happen again. Safety groups say Chile should adopt international standards for mines. The San Jose Mine was operating despite repeated violations.

Federal Agents raided the Mingei International Museum in Balboa Park early this morning. The raid is part of an investigation into smuggled Southeast Asian and Native American artifacts. KPBS radio’s

An earthquake with a preliminary estimated magnitude of 4.5 struck northern Baja California today, and was felt through much of San Diego County, but no damage was immediately reported.