USS Stockdale Set to Deploy, Along With 2 Other Navy Destroyers

The ships will depart Monday with the Nimitz Strike Group.

Report: Federal Program Eases Path to Cash for Small Business Owners

The Small Business Lending Fund subsidizes loans to community banks, and Obama administration officials claim it has made borrowing easier for business owners.

County Swears in First New Supervisor in 18 Years

Supervisors Greg Cox, Dianne Jacob and Dave Roberts all took their oaths Monday afternoon at the county operations building in Kearny Mesa. Cox will chair the panel this year.

USS Thach to Depart on 6-Month Deployment to Central America

The frigate will keep watch for drug trafficking, according to the Navy.

New Coronado Congressman Peters Takes Office Thursday

Peters unseated Bilbray in November. Vargas also will take office, representing other parts of the South Bay.

Navy Makes Swap – USS Antietam Goes to Japan, USS Cowpens to San Diego

The Antietam departs Thursday for the transfer.

Social Media Privacy, Gay Therapy Ban, Top New Laws for 2013

Gov. Jerry Brown signed nearly 1,000 bills into law in 2012; here's an overview of what goes into effect Jan. 1.

Patch and Starbucks Ask Washington to 'Come Together' to Avoid Fiscal Cliff

Patch and Starbucks, calling for Republicans and Democrats to join forces to avoid the fiscal cliff, announce an initiative.

Driverless Vehicles, Rules for Used Car Dealers, Among New Road Laws

Several laws and amendments passed by the California legislature regarding rules of the road go into effect Tuesday.

Sailors Seek Millions From Japanese Utility TEPCO Over Radiation Fears

The crew of the USS Ronald Reagan aided the Japanese in the wake of the 2011 earthquake and tsunami that leveled the Fukushima nuclear plant and led to fears of radioactive contamination.

Price of Parenthood – Kids Cost Parents Nearly $300K in California

Thinking of having a baby in the New Year? Raising one from birth to high school is a serious financial commitment too.

Freshman Coronado Councilman Richard Bailey Settles In

Bailey reflects on his firsts as a council member following his narrow win in November's general election.

Coronado Hires New Assistant Superintendent

At the same meeting the school board paid tribute to the district's outgoing assistant superintendent of finance and business services, her replacement was revealed.

Helicopter Crashes at North Island; 4 People Hospitalized

Coronado fire department is assisting with rescue efforts, police say. Dispatches from emergency responders indicate their injuries are not life threatening.

Camp Pendleton Casualty Identified as Petty Officer From Lakewood

Wilson Won Lee had served two tours in Afghanistan.

Peters, Soon to Take Congressional Seat, Names Staff Leaders

Scott Peters named Michelle Dororthy as his chief of staff and MaryAnne Pintar as his district manager.

Navy Mobile-Landing Platform Being Constructed at NASSCO

The USNS John Glenn is expected to be completed in 2014.

County Board to Urge Obama, Congress to Face Fiscal Cliff Crisis

Nearly 20 percent of county budget comes from federal funds and regional military spending also could be threatened by budget stalemate in Washington D.C.

Need a Passport Fast? How to Get One in the Holiday Rush

San Diego County officials share tips on getting a passport to be ready for travel on Christmas and the New Year.

Navy Offers Free Turkeys for Sailors at Commissary

Vendors donated proceeds to purchase 500 turkeys and other Thanksgiving fixings for sailors in need.

Update: Bilbray Concedes to Democrat Scott Peters in 52nd District Race

Close election to represent Coronado and other parts of San Diego in Congress ends 10 days after one of the most fiercely fought House battles in the nation.

USS Anchorage Heads for New Area Home Port

The new ship left Louisiana last month.

Denny Concedes Race, Thanks Supporters, Following Defeat by Tanaka

The councilwoman, despite aggressive campaign, fell to incumbent mayor; she received fewer votes in the mayoral race than she did in her council win in 2009.

Reports: Navy SEALs Punished for Aid in Developing Video Game

Seven members of SEAL Team 6 will receive letters in their files and forfeit part of their salaries.

Coronado Votes: One for Obama, One for Romney

Two locals explain why they were passionate about the presidential race and some of the state measures, especially Proposition 30.

City Council Left Campaign Outside Chambers

Despite a contentious race for mayor, the council settled down to city business at its meeting on Election day.

Navy SEAL, 22, Killed in Afghanistan

Matthew Kantor of New Jersey died Thursday, according to the Pentagon.

Crime on the Ballot: Propositions 34 and 36, Death Penalty, 3 Strikes

Proposition 34 would repeal the death penalty, while Proposition 36 would alter the state’s Three Strikes law. A quick look at the pros and cons.

Vandegrift Commanding Officer Relieved of Duty

Two officers were removed from duty following a September incident in Russia aboard the San Diego-based frigate.

County Sets Record for Registered Voters, With 1.56 Million Total

Registrar of Voters Office says 85,000 new voters registered in the last month.

Roesch, Tanaka Lead in Latest Round of Campaign Fundraising

Donations continue at a brisk pace for some, while for others they have slowed considerably as election day nears.

Stennis Strike Group Commander Re-Assigned During Investigation

The USS Stennis, formerly homeported in Coronado, is deployed to the Middle East.

Laser Weapons? Drone Subs? Navy Says Yes

The head of the Office of Naval Research tells Wired magazine what innovations are on the horizon.

Late Write-in Mayoral Candidacy in Coronado Comes to Abrupt End

City employee Kirk Horvath's brief bid for mayor of Coronado is over, according to city and county officials.

Barbara Denny, Consensus-Builder? In Coronado, There's a Divide

The mayoral candidate maintains she has led the council on important policy issues. Her colleagues beg to differ.

Bilbray, Peters Cite Major Endorsements in 52nd Congressional Race

The campaign has attracted national attention, including that of former President Bill Clinton.

Navy Aids in $7 Million Coast Guard Seizure of Cocaine

The operation, supported by San Diego-based crews, took place earlier this month off the coast of Ecuador.

County Could Set Voter Registration Record with Nov. 6 Presidential Election

As of Sept. 30, county was only 34,000 voters short of the record registration of 1.51 million in 2004. The deadline to register for next month is Monday.

Coronado Jobless Rate Falls to 5.4% — Down From 6.4% Last Year

San Diego County rate was 8.4 percent, down from 9.9 percent in September 2011, state says.

USS Mobile Bay Reaches the Middle East

The cruiser is part of the Stennis carrier group and is in the midst of an eight-month deployment.