Saturday, February 1

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Tragedia de Atropello y Fuga se Cobra la Vida de un Motociclista: La Policía de Chula Vista Busca Asistencia Pública para Localizar la Camioneta Blanca Involucrada en la Colisión Fatal
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Tragedia de Atropello y Fuga se Cobra la Vida de un Motociclista: La Policía de Chula Vista Busca Asistencia Pública para Localizar la Camioneta Blanca Involucrada en la Colisión Fatal

Chula Vista - El 11 de diciembre de 2023, aproximadamente a las 8:31 p.m., la policía de Chula Vista respondió a una colisión reportada entre un vehículo y una motocicleta en la cuadra 00 de H Street en Chula Vista. El motociclista fue localizado tirado en el carril en dirección este de H St con un traumatismo grave. Se determinó que hubo cuatro vehículos involucrados en el choque de tránsito. Dos de los vehículos permanecieron en el lugar. Un tercer vehículo implicado se dio a la fuga del lugar del choque tras atropellar al motociclista. El Departamento de Bomberos de Chula Vista respondió e intentó medidas para salvar vidas, pero lamentablemente el motociclista murió en el lugar como resultado de las heridas sufridas durante la colisión. La División de Tráfico de CVPD está buscando la a...
Beyond Footwear: El Zapatón Wellness Fair Boosts Health Access for San Diego Kids
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Beyond Footwear: El Zapatón Wellness Fair Boosts Health Access for San Diego Kids

San Diego, CA - San Ysidro Health, a non-profit healthcare provider, expands its services with a new mobile health unit, boosting healthcare access for San Diego's youngest residents. The unveiling took place during the 5th annual 'El Zapatón Shoes for Wellness Fair' at the Health Maternal & Child Health Center in San Ysidro. Photo above taken during the ribbon cutting event. With a focus on 35,000 children under its care, San Ysidro Health aims to bridge the healthcare gap in San Diego County. The new mobile unit, alongside events like El Zapatón, breaks barriers to quality healthcare, offering immunizations, well-child visits, physicals, family planning, and preventive services. Families can now apply for Covered California and/or MediCal without visiting a standalone clinic....
Five Things to Do This Weekend in San Diego
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Five Things to Do This Weekend in San Diego

1. Something to Do: JAI at The Conrad Presents Matthew Whitaker Quartet Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing music of Matthew Whitaker and his quartet at JAI in The Conrad, La Jolla, on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at 5 PM & 7:30 PM. The blind pianist, hailed for his divine talent, will bring his irrepressible musicianship to this intimate venue, creating an unforgettable musical experience for all. 2. Something to Eat: Mmm...Cakes Hosts Wonka Experience Step into the whimsical world of Wonka at Mmm...Cakes in Downtown Chula Vista on Saturday, December 9, from 5 PM to 9 PM. Join the exclusive one-night-only Wonka Experience, where Co-Owner and Executive Chef Jose Barajas will showcase unique pastries and drinks inspired by the iconic film. Don't miss this golden opportunity to s...
San Diego’s Finest: Local Schools Gear Up for Foot Locker Cross Country Nationals
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San Diego’s Finest: Local Schools Gear Up for Foot Locker Cross Country Nationals

San Diego, CA – Tomorrow December 9th, the prestigious 44th Foot Locker Cross Country Championships National Final is set to unfold at Balboa Park, San Diego, attracting the top 80 high school distance runners from around the nation. Among the contenders is Chiara Dailey, a standout athlete hailing from La Jolla High School and representing the West region. The renowned 5,000-meter course at Balboa Park has witnessed the ascent of running legends such as Olympians Molly Seidel, Cole Hocker, Ryan Hall, Meb Keflezighi, and Kara Goucher. Dailey, having qualified through the West regional championship race in Walnut, CA, is primed to compete on a stage that has launched the professional careers of illustrious runners. The Foot Locker Cross Country Championships features a rigorous selec...
La Fundación Acceso Hispano Publica un Nuevo Informe Sobre
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La Fundación Acceso Hispano Publica un Nuevo Informe Sobre

WASHINGTON, DC – La Fundación Acceso Hispano publicó hoy su informe "Erosión cultural: la amenaza climática a la herencia latina" en la 28ª Conferencia de las Partes de la Convención Marco de las Naciones Unidas sobre el Cambio Climático (COP28) que se lleva a cabo en Dubai, Emiratos Árabes Unidos. Este documento integral explora cómo los latinos en los Estados Unidos enfrentan desafíos a su salud, seguridad, seguridad alimentaria, medios de vida y legado cultural como resultado de la gravedad de las consecuencias del cambio climático y presenta estudios de casos tanto de amenazas climáticas como de soluciones para la preservación del patrimonio. , junto con un conjunto de recomendaciones de políticas para preservar mejor todos los aspectos de la herencia latina de las amenazas que...
Library Shop SD Celebra al Ganador del Séptimo Concurso Anual de Cuentos Matchbook en la Cuarta Gala Anual de Shorties
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Library Shop SD Celebra al Ganador del Séptimo Concurso Anual de Cuentos Matchbook en la Cuarta Gala Anual de Shorties

Scott Ehrig-Burgess, Gerente de Tienda de Bibliotecas y Participación Pública de Library Foundation SD, con Cindy Chen, ganadora del Concurso de Cuentos Matchbook 2022. San Diego -The Library Shop SD reveló al campeón de su séptimo concurso anual de cuentos Matchbook en la Cuarta Gala Anual de Shorties el jueves 7 de diciembre. Celebrado en el Auditorio Neil Morgan de la Biblioteca Central de San Diego @ Joan Λ Irwin Jacobs Common, el evento ofreció ambos Asistencia virtual y presencial, con alfombra roja que dará inicio al procedimiento a las 6:10 p.m. y la salida oficial a las 18:30 horas. De una impresionante cantidad de 537 entradas, se seleccionaron los diez mejores finalistas, incluidas 87 entradas del equipo de la escuela primaria Hazel Goes Cook. Los ganadores anteriores sir...
La Gente: Queen Bee’s Alma Rodriguez
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La Gente: Queen Bee’s Alma Rodriguez

In the heart of North Park, San Diego, there's a buzzing cultural hub that has become synonymous with creativity, community, and the pursuit of dreams. Queen Bee's, owned and curated by the visionary Alma Rodriguez, is not just a venue—it's a testament to passion, perseverance, and the profound impact one person can have on a community.  A Dreamer's Odyssey: From Teenage Aspirations to Cultural Curatorship In the groove of life, some people write their melody with unbridled passion and a relentless commitment to creation. Alma Rodriguez stands out as one such maestro of success. "I wanted to be a drummer and I wanted to be in a band. As a teenager, I was just running around, trying to find myself like every child out there," Rodriguez reflects, navigating the intricate harmonie...
La Gente: Co-founder of Project Repat, Ross Lohr
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La Gente: Co-founder of Project Repat, Ross Lohr

In a heartwarming chat with Ross Lohr, the visionary behind Project Repat, we gained insight into the extraordinary journey of transforming a simple idea into a powerhouse business that seamlessly blends sentimentality with sustainability over the past 11 years.  Hailing from just outside of Boston, Ross embarked on his path with a fervor for nonprofit work, a self-proclaimed "do-gooder," as he fondly recalls his early days working in Tanzania and South Africa. Little did he know, these experiences would lay the foundation for what would become Project Repat. During his college years, driven by a passion for social good, Ross established an NGO in Tanzania, South Africa, focused on education and cultural exchange. Regular visits unveiled a curiosity about the global second-hand clot...
San Diego Offers Magical Holiday Experience with December Nights
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San Diego Offers Magical Holiday Experience with December Nights

SAN DIEGO – Mayor Todd Gloria and the City of San Diego invite community members to share in the holiday joy of  the annual December Nights celebration in the heart of Balboa Park.   December Nights will be held over two days: Friday, Dec. 1, from 3 to 11 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 2, from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. The holiday festival is the City's largest free event and has welcomed millions of visitors to Balboa Park for more than four decades.   On Friday, at 6 p.m., Mayor Gloria will join Councilmember Stephen Whitburn and event organizers for a festive tree lighting ceremony on the Spreckels Organ Pavilion Stage.   "Our December Nights celebration is a joyous and beloved annual tradition that helps San Diego kick off the holiday season," said San Diego Mayor Todd...
City Councilor Klarissa Peña Advocates Nationwide Change in Anti-Cruising Legislation at National Conference
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City Councilor Klarissa Peña Advocates Nationwide Change in Anti-Cruising Legislation at National Conference

In a move to spearhead a nationwide movement against anti-cruising legislation, City Councilor Klarissa Peña of Albuquerque, New Mexico, is set to participate in the Mid-Year National Cruising Community Policing Conference in National City on December 1-2, 2023. Councilor Peña has emerged as a prominent advocate for the repeal of anti-cruising laws, emphasizing the importance of building community policing programs rooted in cruising culture. Her efforts have garnered attention and support, leading to the formation of a robust nationwide coalition. "It's an honor to join leaders from other cities and communities throughout the country to share our experience and lessons learned here in Albuquerque," expressed Councilor Peña. "We've built a great nationwide coalition, and I'm excited...