Despite some local negative responses, and the loss of at least one endorsement, Fletcher's campaign reports that thousands of small donations of have poured in from donors nationwide, including notes of appreciation and support. The increase of monetary support and …

The city’s Metropolitan Transit System, which operates 53 miles of light rail and more than 90 bus routes, received a perfect score from the Federal Transit Administration for the second consecutive time. The esteemed distinction means that for the past …

After four years, student representatives of Universities Allied for Essential Medicines have succeeded in persuading the University of California to provide its research developed medicine to low-income patients worldwide for as much as 90% less than its current costs. Although …

Updated campaign records show that of three city council incumbents up for re-election, only District 1’s Sherri Lightner faces any real opposition. Campaign records released by the City Clerk’s office yesterday, detail each of the campaigns' fundraising efforts from January …

Today, Verizon workers and their supporters will convene at Verizon storefronts nationwide to call attention to the collective bargaining efforts currently underway with the communications corporation. They also hope to educate consumers about the U.S. Call Center Worker and Consumer …

Despite pending litigation and efforts by the San Diego County Water Authority, city staff, and councilmembers of the Natural Resources and Culture (NR&C) committee – San Diegans should prepare themselves for water rate increases. The Metropolitan Water District of Southern …

Today, San Diego Superior Court Judge Jeffrey B. Barton, modified a 2008 judgment against Walmart, and fined the retail giant an additional $2.1 million. Working in conjunction with the City Attorney and the California Attorney General offices, the District Attorney’s …

Statewide, counties are amid making decisions on jail realignment implementation, which predominantly focus on solving over crowding in county jails. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) today released a 100-page report providing county-by-county profiles of the spending priorities established in …

Legislation authored by Assemblymember Toni Atkins (pictured), and co-sponsored by District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis, to amend a portion of the state’s family law code has gained the Assembly Judiciary committee’s approval. The bill, which passed yesterday with a 7 to …

After more than two hours of deliberation and public comment, the city council has approved Mayor Jerry Sander’s amendment to the convention center’s management agreement, which supporters claim will ultimately create more jobs and ensure the success of the center’s …

According to a new report from the city’s Independent Budget Analyst, the Comprehensive Pension Reform initiative now known as Proposition B may not save the city any money. In June, Prop B will allow San Diegans to decide whether to …

Advocates for the safe access of medicinal marijuana will assemble in Hillcrest this evening from 5 pm to 6 pm for a panel discussion on their plan to overturn Imperial Beach’s ban on medicinal marijuana dispensaries. Last year, Brian P. …

Pro-choice advocates will stage a protest today from 4 -6 pm at the Culture of Life Family Services, located in the Hillcrest Scripps Hospital medical office buildings at 550 Washington St. The service provider is one of approximately 20 pregnancy …

San Diego LGBT Weekly publisher Stampp Corbin is alleging that openly gay councilmember and mayoral candidate Carl DeMaio has turned his back on the LGBT community in his pursuit of power. In an opinion piece released yesterday, Corbin accuses DeMaio …

The city implemented an ordinance that requires pedicab operators to have a valid California driver’s license in order to obtain the proper operating permit on February 17, 2011. Officials from the transportation and police department yesterday reported to the Public …

District Attorney and mayoral candidate Bonnie Dumanis released a four-part business plan, designed to be completed within one fiscal year cycle. During its unveiling today, Dumanis said the plan will raise operational standards, increase efficiency, save taxpayer dollars, and ensure …

Eleven-year-old Jose Montaño is a fifth grade student in District Eight’s Berry Elementary school. He has battled a rare form of brain cancer, undergoing several rounds of chemotherapy, since the Spring of 2011. When contacted by the Make a Wish …

One of San Diego’s largest employers, Qualcomm CEO Dr. Paul Jacobs, today endorsed Nathan Fletcher’s campaign for mayor, citing Fletcher’s strong commitment to education and economic development as his primary reasons. “Nathan Fletcher represents the kind of forward-looking leader San …

City Councilmember and Mayoral candidate Carl DeMaio today unveiled the details for his “San Diego Sunshine Law” – a new proposal he hopes city council will soon consider. “There is sunshine everywhere in San Diego except in city government,” said …

Mayoral candidate Nathan Fletcher, a supporter of the Comprehensive Pension Reform (CPR) initiative on the June ballot, today released CPR Plus: Bold Pension Reform from Day 1. Stating that pension reform alone is not enough, Fletcher says his plan will …