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Lawsuit challenging San Diego jail conditions stalls pending key rulings before trial
Case seeks to overhaul San Diego County jail practices, including medical care and mental health treatment.
Founder of ADU company accused of fraud files for bankruptcy protection from creditors
Multitaskr CEO Jose Frausto has multiple prior bankruptcies, federal records show.
Former El Cajon official fails to appear for 8-day jail term
New arrest warrants were issued Monday for Bessmon 'Ben' Kalasho and his wife, Jessica Kalasho.
La tercera parece ser la vencida en el sorteo de bicicletas eléctricas en un estado con problemas
Después de dos intentos fallidos, el último evento de la Junta de Recursos del Aire de California se desarrolló sin problemas.
Police investigating homicide in Oceanside
Officers were called to an area near Country Club Lane and Brooks Street about 11:15 a.m., officials said.
Fatal crash closes stretch of Interstate 5 near Camp Pendleton
Emergency crews closed multiple lanes of the freeway just after 12:45 p.m. on Saturday
Third time appears to be the charm for troubled state e-bike giveaway
After two botched efforts, the latest California Air Resources Board event came off without a hitch.
Meeting its mission? Criticism of San Diego Humane Society piles up in wake of grand jury report, proposed budget cut
The nonprofit that provides San Diego's animal control services is facing increased scrutiny, particularly from the advocates who share its goals.
After wild trial over illegal renovations, judge delays order on fines against former El Cajon council member
Ben Kalasho, a former member of the El Cajon City Council, faced more than $2.5 million in civil penalties. He separately faces a week in jail.
Las cárceles del condado de San Diego no supervisan la calidad de la atención médica, según un gran jurado
"Hay errores críticos que no se abordan" en el sistema penitenciario, afirma un médico.
Un accidente fatal plantea interrogantes sobre la proximidad de los aeropuertos a viviendas y empresas
"Es una locura tener un aeropuerto privado con pilotos novatos volando, entrenando pilotos en una zona densamente urbanizada"
San Diego County jails fail to monitor quality of medical care, grand jury finds, echoing persistent criticism
The lack of a continuous quality improvement program means that 'critical errors go unaddressed' in the jail system, one doctor says.
Fatal crash raises questions about proximity of airports to homes and businesses
Some operations at Montgomery-Gibbs airport were not fully functioning at time of crash
Tras años de litigio, se ordena a Chula Vista entregar videos de drones policiales
El fallo se produce después de que la Corte Suprema de California se negara a escuchar la queja de la ciudad
Funcionarios estatales prometen mejoras en los registros fallidos de bicicletas eléctricas
La organización sin fines de lucro de San Diego que está en problemas y istra el Proyecto de incentivo para bicicletas eléctricas
After years of litigation, Chula Vista is ordered to turn over police drone videos
The ruling comes after the California Supreme Court refused to hear the city's complaint in the wake of its appeals court loss.
‘Like getting tickets to a Taylor Swift concert’: State officials pledge improvements to botched e-bike s
The troubled San Diego nonprofit managing the the $31 million E-Bike Incentive Project will be replaced.
Propietarios piden a juez bloquear propuesta de tarifa de basura en San Diego, calificándola de impuesto ilegal
Su demanda alega que las tarifas propuestas violan una ley estatal que limita los cargos al costo del servicio.
Homeowners ask judge to block proposed San Diego trash fee, calling it an unlawful tax
Their lawsuit alleges the proposed fees violate a state law that limits charges to cost-for-service.
Los separaron de sus padres por su propia seguridad. Luego los trabajadores sociales del condado abusaron de ellos
El condado de San Diego enfrenta cientos de demandas presentadas por víctimas ahora adultas que dicen haber sido agredidas sexualmente
They were taken from their parents for their own safety. Then county social workers abused them, they say.
San Diego County is confronting hundreds of lawsuits filed by now-grown victims who say they were sexual assaulted at Polinsky Children's Center and other facilities.
Un médico afirma que las cárceles del condado de San Diego son las peores que ha visto
Las cárceles del condado de San Diego "están muy por detrás de otros sistemas carcelarios y penitenciarios en California".
San Diego police sergeant seeking court order to stop termination
Filing comes as Sgt. Arthur Scott is already litigating a retaliation and discrimination complaint
Ordenan a ex miembro del concejo de El Cajón a entregarse el 9 de junio para cumplir condena de cárcel
Después de una audiencia el miércoles, un juez rechazó un último intento de Ben Kalasho por retrasar el juicio.
‘No meaningful treatment’: Doctor says San Diego County jails are the worst he’s ever seen
An expert for the plaintiffs suing over jail conditions says San Diego County's lockups are 'far behind other jail and prison systems in California.'
Former El Cajon council member ordered to surrender June 9 to serve jail term
After a Wednesday hearing, a judge rejected a last-ditch effort by Ben Kalasho to delay judgment.
‘People are frustrated’: State e-bike grant applying process bungled yet again
State officials haven't said why the enrollment program keeps crashing but say they're trying to determine what went wrong.
Fleet Science Center loses $3.7M grant, adding to its financial woes, as NSF slashes funding
The museum was already reporting higher expenses than revenue in recent years. Other local institutions also face National Science Foundation funding cuts.
El condado de San Diego revela un plan de gasto récord de $8.6 mil millones, con modestos recortes en la fuerza laboral
El presupuesto propuesto por el condado eliminaría un déficit de $138 millones y casi 200 empleos de tiempo completo.
San Diego County unveils record $8.6B spending plan, with modest cuts in workforce
The county's proposed budget would erase a $138 million deficit and almost 200 full-time jobs.
Bob Filner, former mayor and lawmaker accused of harassment, dies at 82, leaving complicated legacy
The 10-term congressman became a rare Democrat elected mayor of San Diego in 2012. He left office months later under a cloud of sexual harassment allegations.
ArtWalk showcases hundreds of artists, draws thousands to Little Italy
Thousands of people meandered along India Street between Beech and Grape streets to explore original artwork of every media
San Diego sheriff reports third in-custody death this year
Thomas Heaven, who was 82, died at a local hospital while awaiting sentencing, Sheriff's Office says
Man killed in downtown San Diego by suspected DUI driver, police say
The crash happened in East Village around 3:20 a.m., when the victim was driving south near 17th Street and C Street.
Tras un lanzamiento problemático California establece una nueva fecha para los subsidios a las bicicletas eléctricas
La Junta de Recursos del Aire de California está utilizando un nuevo sorteo aleatorio para los premios de $2,000
After troubled rollout, state sets new date for e-bike subsidies
The California Air Resources Board is using a new, random drawing for the $2,000 awards, after problems with the launch late last year.
San Diego modifica el código para permitir que el auditor contrate a un abogado independiente
La votación de 8-1 de esta semana se produce después de que los votantes aprobaran abrumadoramente la Medida A el año pasa
San Diego amends code to let auditor hire independent lawyer
The 8-1 vote this week comes after voters overwhelmingly ed Measure A last year.
Mystery investors, pleading the 5th, illegal renovations: Former El Cajon council member’s wild trial
Ben Kalasho represented himself in court, said he was being politically targeted and refused to answer questions about homeownership.
Las palabrotas y cosas peores plagan las reuniones públicas del condado de San Diego
La vulgaridad en las reuniones públicas se ha vuelto más frecuente, según los expertos. Uno recomienda no contraatacar.
Uncivil speech: F-bombs and worse plague San Diego County’s public meetings
Vulgarity at public meetings has grown more prevalent, experts say. One recommends 'not pushing back.'
After dodging jail sentence, former El Cajon council member due in court for illegal short-term rental trial
A bench warrant was issued in 2023 for former El Cajon Councilmember Ben Kalasho after he failed to appear in court.
In staff memo, San Diego city attorney details top aide’s work-at-sea arrangement
City Attorney Heather Ferbert explains why she allowed a top lawyer to work remotely during 4-month world cruise.
Ex funcionario del condado demanda por difamación y represalias tras ser ignorado para el puesto principal
Michael Vu también nombra como acusados a la supervisora Terra Lawson-Remer y a la ex supervisora Nora Vargas.
Former county official sues for defamation, retaliation after being ed over for top job
Michael Vu also names as defendants Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer and former Supervisor Nora Vargas.
Un destacado abogado de San Diego cobra su salario completo durante un crucero internacional de cuatro meses
Semanas después de que el recién elegido fiscal de la ciudad promoviera a Jean Jordan, ella partió para un crucero alrededor del mundo.
Bon voyage: Top San Diego lawyer collecting full pay during 4-month global cruise
Weeks after Jean Jordan was promoted by the newly elected city attorney, she left for an around-the-world cruise.
New harassment allegations lodged against attorney John Gomez
An unnamed plaintiff says the high-profile lawyer repeatedly offered to send her sexually charged photos.
San Diego County seeks new policy to govern use of AI
The framework to be developed will incorporate protections in the federal AI bill of rights.
County supervisors still split on whether to warn people they could lose federal benefits
The measure fell short Wednesday on a 2-1 vote, with Anderson opposed and Desmond absent.
Supervisors OK no-bid contract to help sheriff slash DNA test back sexual assault cases
Verogen would be paid up to $760,000 to test more than 300 samples that have gone untested since 2018.
Life of service: Former council member, Navy captain and transit leader Harry Mathis dies at 92
Harry Mathis served two on the San Diego City Council after commanding a nuclear submarine for the U.S. Navy.
After 9th Circuit win, San Diego County seeks to withhold more sheriff’s records
In at least four cases, county lawyers are trying to prevent plaintiffs from accessing findings by the that considers policy changes after someone dies in custody.
Months into his Assembly term, DeMaio is still raking in cash. So where is it going?
Some critics see 'a self-serving scheme.' Carl DeMaio says his Reform California group tackles issues even many fellow Republicans refuse to address.
Jurado otorga $10 millones a ex oficial que acusó a la policía de National City de discriminación y acoso
Los daños ascienden a casi un tercio del presupuesto del departamento y casi el 15 por ciento del fondo general de la ciudad.
Former chief operating officer sues San Diego for breach of contract, discrimination
Eric Dargan says Mayor Todd Gloria lied to him about getting the severance he would get if fired, and fired him without cause.
Jury awards $10M to former officer who accused National City police of discrimination, harassment
The damages amount to almost a third of the department’s budget, and nearly 15 percent of the city’s general fund.
City’s adviser on troubled Ash Street lease agrees to restricted real estate license
Jason Hughes agreed to pay fines totaling $8,500 and is eligible to apply for an unrestricted license after one year.
Veteranos de San Diego temen que los recortes del VA dañen su atención médica
Algunos de los veteranos del condado de San Diego se preocupan por las consecuencias que los recortes de la istración Trump
In its 80th year, taxpayers association turns to volunteer leadership amid financial collapse
Nonprofit rescinds offer to interim CEO Richard Gentry in light of cash-flow problems
Agencias policiales del condado de San Diego abandonaron una controvertida base de datos de pandillas; excepto estos dos
Defensores se han quejado de que CalGang perjudica desproporcionadamente a las comunidades negras
‘I didn’t think it would be this bad’: San Diego veterans worry VA cuts will hurt their care
Some of San Diego County's roughly 200,000 veterans worry about what the Trump istration's cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs will mean for their benefits. Some already have their...
San Diego County police departments largely abandoned a controversial gang database — but not these two
Advocates and researchers have long complained that CalGang disproportionately hurts Black and Latino communities. But two local agencies defend its use.
San Diego acuerda promover vivienda asequible y densidad en barrios de mayores ingresos
El compromiso es parte de un acuerdo tras una larga demanda
San Diego agrees to promote affordable housing, density in higher-income neighborhoods
The commitment is part of a settlement of a long-running lawsuit that accused the city of using its housing policies to concentrate poverty in certain neighborhoods.
Nadie será acusado penalmente por homicidio en la cárcel del condado de San Diego, dice el fiscal del distrito
El médico forense había considerado que la muerte del paciente diabético Keith Bach era un homicidio por negligencia, un hallazgo muy inusual.
No one will be criminally charged in San Diego County jail homicide, DA says
The medical examiner had deemed diabetic patient Keith Bach's death a homicide due to neglect — a highly unusual finding.
San Diego County supervisors split on early-warning plan amid federal cuts
Under the plan, county officials would warn residents that services may be cut.
Who will serve San Diegans when they have no county supervisor? Soon, this obscure official will decide.
To better prepare for the next surprise departure, the four remaining supervisors gave the board's clerk the authority to appoint a day-to-day for district offices left vacant.
Sudden shakeup at taxpayers’ group came amid deep structural budget deficit, records show
Longtime leader Haney Hong has left the San Diego County Taxpayers Association. Rick Gentry is his interim replacement.
Amid statewide insurance crisis, top regulator sidelines judge who challenged its practices
Chief istrative Law Judge Kristin Rosi’s departure leaves the independent bureau with just one judge on staff.
Documenting history: Celebrated photographer Thane McIntosh always had his camera in the right place
Whether at The San Diego Union-Tribune or at San Diego State University, he was 'always learning, always teaching.'
‘People are frustrated. People are angry’: Fear and chaos grip San Diego’s 47,000-strong federal workforce
Many federal workers in San Diego have little idea of what is happening at their workplaces, or what may come next. 'We're being kept in the dark,' one says.
San Diego County budget debate delayed for second time this month
San Diego County is facing a structural deficit of almost $140 million. Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer is proposing a study to examine other possible ways to boost annual revenue.
Facing new litigation over deaths, county OKs $26.5M for upgrades to downtown jail
The decision came on a unanimous vote at the recommendation of Sheriff Kelly Martinez, who has been under pressure to improve jail operations and safety.
For more than an hour, he called for help as he was tortured to death in jail. ‘No one came,’ his family says.
The man who killed Brandon Yates was known to be violent, and was already classified as “keep separate” — not to be placed in a cell with another person.
Pedal Ahead manager fired after reporting fraud, abuse sues for wrongful termination
A former field manager for the San Diego nonprofit says he was wrongly fired after reporting fraud and abuse.
Nearly three years in, state closes probe of top insurance regulator due to insufficient evidence
Ricardo Lara was the subject of an FPPC complaint filed in 2022 by Consumer Watchdog, a Los Angeles advocacy group that has long been critical of his relationship with insurers.
Nathan Fletcher sued over use of campaign funds to defend sexual misconduct claim
The former county supervisor's lawyer called it 'a baseless politically motivated lawsuit.' State election regulators opened their own review last year.
Contribuyentes de San Diego gastaron más de $8,000 en el viaje del alcalde a Filipinas
Todd Gloria dijo que pagó su propio viaje pero dos de la seguridad del alcalde se unieron a la delegación
San Diego taxpayers spent more than $8,000 on mayor’s trip to Philippines, records show
Todd Gloria said he paid his own way to Manila and back, but his office acknowledged that two of the mayor’s security detail ed the delegation.
Seis años después, Chula Vista sigue negándose a cumplir con la orden judicial sobre licencias de cannabis
“Es increíble que, seis años después, todavía sigan luchando contra esto,”
Newly disclosed records show Nora Vargas set up consulting firm while seeking re-election
Election disclosures show Vargas solicited and accepted campaign contributions while she was building her side business.
El alcalde de San Diego visitó Filipinas en silencio la semana pasada pese a la pausa en los viajes no esenciales de la ciudad
Un portavoz del alcalde Todd Gloria dijo que pagó por su propio viaje
Corte de apelaciones revoca la sentencia que ordenaba la liberación de los registros internos del sheriff de San Diego
La opinión, desclasificada el lunes, se emitió en una decisión de 2-1
San Diego mayor quietly visited Philippines last week, despite city pause on nonessential travel
A spokesperson for Mayor Todd Gloria said he paid for his own travel. Two of his police security detail accompanied him; the city paid their expenses.
U.S. appeals court reverses ruling ordering release of internal sheriff’s records
The opinion, unsealed Monday, came in a 2-1 decision, with the dissenting judge saying the material in dispute should be made public.
Six years later, Chula Vista still refusing to follow court order on cannabis licenses
Coronado entrepreneur is pleading with a judge to compel city officials to enforce a previous order to award her licenses
Con el objetivo de evitar otro caso similar al de 101 Ash, el Concejo Municipal de San Diego aprueba políticas inmobiliarias más estrictas
La mayoría de los cambios fueron presentados originalmente en cuatro auditorías separadas de la ciudad
Aiming to avert another 101 Ash, San Diego City Council OKs stricter real estate policies
Most of the changes were originally put forward in four separate city audits dating back more than a dozen years.
Demandan al condado de San Diego por la muerte de un ex estudiante de GIA durante su proceso de ingreso en la cárcel
Kamara, de 29 años, había escapado de un hospital en Encinitas una hora antes de ser arrestado.
Police seize nearly a dozen vehicles involved in Escondido immigration protest
Escondido police said they impounded 11 different cars that were part of the demonstration that blocked traffic and endangered the public
San Diego County sued over death of former GIA student during jail booking
Kamara, 29, had run away from a hospital in Encinitas an hour before he was arrested. Law enforcement had been asked to return him for treatment, his family's lawsuit says.
A pesar de la intervención del juez, la congelación del gasto federal por parte de Trump sacude a los líderes de San Diego
“Hasta que no nos digan específicamente que los programas de subsidios serán cancelados
Despite judge’s intervention, Trump freeze on federal spending roils San Diego leaders
'Until we hear specifically that the grant programs will be terminated, I guess we'll continue to employ our staff,' said the leader of one community clinic
A year after flood disaster, is San Diego’s stormwater system better equipped?
Dozens of flood channel segments across the city still have not been maintained in at least 14 years, recent city records show.
Una solución de “emergencia” en las oficinas de la ciudad se extendió por más de 5 años, y aún no está terminada
El trabajo de seguridad en los ascensores aún no está finalizado
Miles se manifiestan en San Diego por las mujeres y la justicia en el último fin de semana antes de la toma de posesión de Trump
Hombres, mujeres, niños y votantes alzaron sus voces y pancartas políticas
An ’emergency’ fix at city offices stretched over 5 years — and it still isn’t done
The elevator safety work is still not finished, and it’s costing far more than initially expected.