Port Displeased by Being Added to Bay Cleanup Order

The agency supports the action, which involves a massive San Diego Bay dredging, but maintains it should not have been included in regulatory order.

Remembering Peter Douglas, California's Coastal Hero

Conservationists remember the life and legacy of the former executive director of the California Coastal Commission.

Tax Tips: Should You Pay Estimated Taxes?

These six tips can help you decide.

10 Last-Minute Tax Filing Tips

Ten tips to help you make the deadline and get your return right.

Coronado's State Senator Wants Dealers to Issue Car History Reports

Bill would correct gaps in law intended to help consumers.

USS San Diego Arrives at New Home

The new amphibious transport dock was constructed in Mississippi. It will be commissioned in May.

Easter Brunches and Egg Hunts Abound in Coronado

Hop over to this weekend's special events.

Speaker John Boehner Appears at Bilbray Fundraiser

Brian Bilbray hosted a fundraiser at a private residence in Pacific Beach Thursday. Boehner was the special guest.

Hundreds at Public Hearing Protest SDG&E Plan To Recoup Fire Costs

“We’re still getting burned,” Supervisor Dianne Jacob told the Public Utilities Commission; nearly 150 people signed up to speak.

Student Activist Brings Her Cause to Cultural Arts Commission

The head of Coronado High's Art of Giving Club suggested an alliance with the commission.

CPUC to Host Thursday Hearing on SDG&E’s Wildfire Cost Plan

The commission wants to hear from ratepayers about SDG&E's attempt to ask them to pay for uninsured costs from the 2007 – and future – wildfires.

Salazar Stresses Strategy for Tourism Growth at Area Stop

The Secretary of the Interior is preparing a report for President Obama and sought input from local players in the tourism industry Wednesday.

Tax Tips: How to Get Help

When your taxes give you trouble, turn to Uncle Sam for assistance, especially irs.gov.

City Council Says No To Beer and Wine at Starbucks

The vote was 3-2 to keep Starbucks alcohol-free, but the state has the final say. Community opposition is rising as well.

Property Taxes Due April 10

About two-thirds of those who owe have yet to pay, according to the county. They have a week left.

State Schools Superintendent Champions Arts Education

The state's top education official gave his support to the idea of doing a better job of weaving music, painting, drama and other arts into public school instruction.

Education Forum Continues at CoSA

Torlakson, the state superintendent of public instruction, will speak Saturday. Coronado's STEAM cited as an example of program that is working.

Residents Vie for Spots on Oversight Board

The position doesn't pay and nobody knows for sure what it does, yet many leading citizens want to serve on a panel to oversee the successor redevelopment agency.

Panetta to Visit USS Peleliu

Secretary of Defense also will touch base at Camp Pendleton.

Workers, Contractors Plead Guilty in North Island Bribery Scheme

Case stemmed from citizen complaints regarding contractors from Carlsbad and Poway offering money and gifts, prosecutors said.

Tots Steal the Show at Opening of Amphib Base Child Center

The $10 million center, officially open since December, began construction in 2010.

Class of Synthetic Drugs Declared Public Nuisance

County votes to label man-made cannabinoids, popular among teens, as a nuisance; the Navy has conducted probes into use of the drugs among sailors.

Library Staffer Wins City Honor

The city manager described Barbara Rigsby as someone who “exemplifies the highest standard of customer service in every possible way.”

Video: Finn Hall Dedicated by Navy

New North Island housing for single sailors named in honor of the Pearl Harbor survivor who died at 100 two years ago.

Video: Base Prepares for Disaster

North Island officials use a simulated terrorist attack to check their security readiness.

Nicky Rottens Parking Rules Set

The City Council voted 3-2 to approve the plan, which calls for valet services.

Cox Seeks Support for Veterans Homes on Tax Returns

The county supervisor, along with Fletcher, call for donations to be made on tax forms.

Navy to Take New Look at Medal of Honor for Peralta

New evidence is being considered in the case of the Marine, who died in 2004 in Iraq.

Gas Crisis Hits Meals-on-Wheels: Elected Officials Plan Call for Volunteers

Local leaders will join the "March for Meals" campaign on Wednesday.

Sunshine Week Q & A: Coronado Jumps Into Social Media

Senior management analyst Janine Zuniga takes questions about the city's efforts to stay in touch with residents.

Regulators Call for Bay Cleanup

The work, which requires major dredging south of the bridge to clear out toxins such as copper and mercury, could start this year.

Update: County Creates Free Vets Passes for Parks and Campgrounds

Program is similar to one offered by the state to those with distinguished service records.

USS Carl Vinson Celebrates 30th Anniversary While at Sea

The aircraft carrier, which has had a momentous year, was commissioned in Virginia on March 13, 1982.

Governor Keeps Doug Metz on Water Activities Commission

The school board member has served on the state commission since 2006.

California's 'Rainy Day' Fund is Dry

It's time for the governor to refill the financial reserves, our columnist says.

New Radar to Bring More Precise Weather Forecasts

Equipment at area military base will give more information about what’s in the clouds.

Shacknai Still Owns Spreckels Mansion

An investment group is overseeing day-to-day details, but Shacknai is the applicant behind a request to remodel the residence.

Spreckels Plans Presented to Commission

It's a preliminary step – more meetings are planned after the applicant submits a formal proposal, but a representative is encouraged by the initial response.

Midway to Raise Funds in Attempt To Replace Statue

The museum has one year to replace the sculpture, honoring a famous World War II photo, which has to be returned to its owner in May.

Coronado's Starbucks Would Be First in State To Offer Beer, Wine

ABC official discusses the chain's application for a liquor license, and other issues, before the City Council Tuesday.