Despite recent, torrential rains, most of Southern California remains in a drought. Accordingly, many residents plant trees prized for drought tolerance, but a new UC Riverside-led study shows that these trees lose this tolerance once they’re watered.
By SDCN Editor A California man was sentenced Wednesday to 65 months in prison for his role in conspiring with Peruvian-based call centers that defrauded Spanish-speaking United States residents by falsely threatening them with arrest, deportation, and other legal consequences. Luis Rendon, 60, of Harbor City, California is the eleventh defendant to be sentenced to…
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance trustees welcome new members San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Board of Trustees has welcomed two new members to its ranks. Bryan Min and Jane Finley have joined the international organization’s board, sharing their expertise and…
The Los Angeles, San Diego, San Luis Obispo Rail Corridor Agency announces Operation Safe Surfs, a Rail Safety Initiative. Photo provided By SDCN Editor Orange County, CA–The Los Angeles, San Diego, San Luis Obispo Rail Corridor Agency, which manages the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner service, announces Operation Safe Surfs, a Rail Safety Initiative. The initiative designed…
PACE is seeking donations of blankets, hygiene products, and gardening supplies for local seniors in need. Photo Credit: Gary and Mary West PACE By SDCN Editor San Marcos, CA–The nonprofit Gary and Mary West Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) launched their annual holiday collection campaign, “Everyday Necessities Drive for North San Diego…
Super Nintendo World opens at Universal Studios Hollywood on Friday, February 17, 2023. Photo: Universal Studios Hollywood By SDCN Staff Universal City, CA–Super Nintendo World, the innovative, immersive, and highly-anticipated themed land officially opens at Universal Studios Hollywood on February 17, 2023. This all-new, dynamic land will be a visual spectacle of vibrant colors and…
By Gina Yarbrough Vista, CA–A man was arrested in connection with the homicide of another man found dead near a road in Vista, San Diego County Sheriff’s Department said. Deputies took Brian Zarate, 25 into custody and booked him into the San Diego Central Jail for murder. The Medical Examiner’s Office conducted an autopsy and…