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The OC Fire Authority chief won the Fire Chief of the Year award. Plus, the Port of San Diego began its busiest cruise season since 2010.
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Animals
Adoption Fees Waived For Adult Dogs At San Diego Humane Society
The organization has 172 adult dogs that need forever homes.
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Hollywood's Famed P-22 Mountain Lion Ventures Out For A Drink
The legendary puma startled some dog walkers on Griffith Park Boulevard as he went for a cool drink on a hot day.
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Watch: Bear Brawl Breaks Out In Quiet LA County Neighborhood
A resident's security camera recently captured a video of two bears in heated battle on a quiet residential street in Monrovia.
Business
Minority-Owned Business Firms Now Represent Majority In Inland Empire
More than 50 percent of Inland Empire business firms are owned by minorities, according to a new report from CSUSB.
Community
$11 Million Budget OK'd To Replace Aging Fire Station Near Salton Sea
Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department Station No. 41 was built in 1964, and the county's fire chief said the facility is falling apart.
$6.5 Million State Grant Awarded To Palm Springs Public Library
The California State Library grant will fund renovations at the Palm Springs facility, according to local officials.
With the new station on Potrero Boulevard, the city aims to keep service response times to a minimum.
Murrieta's West Side Poised For New Equestrian Community
The city paved the way for development off Hayes Avenue that would bring 35 new 1-acre estates to the area.
New Plans Unveiled For Area Around Honda Center In Anaheim
Free parking, food halls and apartments are among the plans for the OCVibe Entertainment District in Anaheim.
OC Fire Chief Wins Prestigious Award In Orange County
The CA Fire Chiefs Association named OC Fire Authority Chief Brian Fennessy as Fire Chief of the Year.
San Diego County Supervisors OK Amending Organic Materials Ordinance
Supervisors voted to amend an ordinance to provide more options for community gardeners, farmers, commercial composters and residents.
San Diego County Supervisors Take First Step Toward Water Management Report
The board directed the chief administrative officer to update the county's water and drought-management strategies and deliver a report.
Student Art Mural To Adorn Sam Hicks Park Structure Celebrating Autumn
The museum will also celebrate the Autumnal Equinox through facts and free crafts in the museum's Art and Education Room.
SuperLotto Plus Ticket With 5 Numbers Sold At San Diego Liquor Store
The ticket is worth $16,678.
Temecula Approves New Apartment Buildings Along Rancho California Road
The 134-unit project will be the second phase of the existing 160-unit Rendezvous Apartment community at 30135 Rancho California Road.
Events
31st Annual Thunder & Lightning Powwow Event Comes To Cabazon
Morongo Resort and Spa hosts the three-day event, with dance and drum competitions and other cultural activities.
Lee Jung-jae, the star of "Squid Game" won for Lead Actor in a Drama Series while "Succession" and "Ted Lasso" took home the top prizes.
Halloween Haunted Houses 2022: Guide To Ghoulish Best In Greater L.A.
It's terror time! Check out the spookiest, scream-inducing haunts near you in the Los Angeles County region.
Halloween Haunted Houses 2022: Guide To Ghoulish Best In Inland Empire
It's terror time! Be brave, and check out the spookiest, scream-inducing haunts near you in Riverside and San Bernardino counties.
Halloween Haunted Houses 2022: Guide To The Ghoulish Best In O.C.
It's terror time! Be brave, and check out the spookiest, scream-inducing haunts near you in Orange County.
Halloween Haunted Houses 2022: Guide To Ghoulish Best In San Diego County
It's terror time! Check out the spookiest, scream-inducing haunts near you throughout the San Diego region.
Six-thousand competitors ran through Santa Monica for the Santa Monica Classic, hosted by ASICS and The McCourt Foundation.
Stagecoach 2023 Lineup Announced For 3-Day Country Music Festival
Stagecoach Country Music Festival 2023 includes such favorites as Luke Bryan, Kane Brown, Chris Stapleton, Bryan Adams and more.
Real Estate
Flea Drops His Price As Red Hot Real Estate Market Cools
The funky architectural gem is a two-home compound overlooking Los Angeles.
Jeff Bezos' Ex-Wife Donates Beverly Hills Homes Worth $55M
Jeff Bezos' ex-wife MacKenzie Scott donated the couples' compound worth $55 million. The money will go toward affordable housing in LA.
Restaurants
Casual, Comforting Eats At New Eatery In Seal Beach
The Backyard plans to open its doors to Seal Beach residents at its new Main Street location.
The Orange County-based chain announced that the memorable dish will be a permanent menu item.
Residents Invited To Celebrate Irvine Regional Park's 125th Birthday
Orange County residents can be a part of the day-long celebration on Oct. 1.
School
200 San Diego County Students Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
They are competing for a share of nearly $28 million in scholarships to be awarded next spring.
Travel
Port Of San Diego Prepares For Biggest Cruise Season Since 2010
The Port of San Diego is California's third busiest cruise port after Long Beach and Los Angeles.
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