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August 16, 2018

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Essential California

 

TOP STORIES

  

Trump revokes security clearance for former CIA Director Brennan, and has 9 more critics in his sights

President Trump on Wednesday announced he was revoking the security clearance of former CIA Director John Brennan, a prominent and frequent critic of the president, citing his "erratic conduct and behavior." Trump is weighing similar action against nine other critics, his spokeswoman said.

Border crossers get more lanes with opening of PedEast at San Ysidro Port of Entry

The new PedEast pedestrian entrance will have 22 inspection lanes, but authorities expect initially to only keep ten of those lanes open.

Why your mother's age could be the key to longevity

Extreme longevity in mothers linked with long, healthy lifespan in daughters, UCSD-led study finds.

LOCAL NEWS

 

County reaches settlement agreement in lawsuits by former foster children

San Diego County has agreed to settle two lawsuits by former foster children who allege the county failed to protect them from abuse by a former foster parent, then invaded one of the children's privacy during resulting civil litigation.

Larry Banegas, Barona tribal leader and educator, dies at 69

Larry Banegas worked to preserve Kumeyaay history and culture, helped bring gaming to Barona reservation.

OPINION

 

How we restore faith in journalism

More than 350 newspaper editorial boards chose Thursday, at the suggestion of The Boston Globe, to write a wave of editorials that would criticize Trump's false claims of "fake news."

Readers React | Keep up the coverage of abuses by the Catholic Church

If there is a god, a heaven, and a hell presided over by a satan, then that devil must be gloating over his victory.

BUSINESS

 

Best Buy acquiring San Diego's GreatCall for $800 million, boosting its technology lineup for seniors

This is the second time GreatCall has been acquired in the past 14 months. Headquarters to stay in San Diego.

Coronado's dining magnate cooks up something new for the Ferry Landing

David Spatafore is transforming Coronado's former Candela's on the Bay into a "Mexican-ish" eatery named el Roy's, meant to be the opposite of a tourist trap.

SPORTS

 

Rashaad Penny should easily play by Week 1, practice much sooner

Seattle Seahawks rookie running back Rashaad Penny should have no problem returning from finger surgery by season opener.

US soccer and the continued failure of its pay-to-play model

The US women's early exit at the U-20 World Cup is the latest indictment of a broken youth development system.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

 

In Barrio Logan, a new Chicano Park mural reflects on history and promotes unity

Artist Alicia M. Siu, originally from Honduras, focuses her artistic practice on history, including the generations that came before and the ones that will eventually follow.

AND FINALLY ...

 

Report: Traffic delays and pot holes cost San Diego drivers nearly $2,000 a year

Commuters in the San Diego region shell out nearly $2,000 a year on average for hidden costs associated with poor road conditions and traffic jams, according to a report released Wednesday from national transportation think tank TRIP.

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