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Ocean Beach prices in Baja

That ramen bowl looks disgusting. Yuck.

dwbat | July 23, 7:18 p.m.

Ocean Beach prices in Baja

You were 'being had in Baja' because you only travelled 40 miles into it. Try riding your bike to San Quintin, or further. only travelling 40 of 2,500 miles of coastline of fish-loving folks with wasabi and soy in their bodegas seems a harsh judgement for one apparently unwilling to put in the time. pffft.

Daniel Powell | July 23, 6:27 p.m.

Man whose home is metal box in Vista park admits drug sales

Why didn't the conservancy founder check out that guy before allowing him to live there? He is partly to blame for the drug sales.

dwbat | July 23, 12:45 p.m.

County unemployment: Bostonia and Imperial Beach highest

Mike Murphy: Those working off the books would not be mentioned in the survey of employers. However, in the household survey, it is possible that a spouse of somebody working off the books might mention that somebody in the family is looking for full-time employment, and thus get counted. Don't take this as gospel. I ...

Don Bauder | July 23, 11:14 a.m.

Man whose home is metal box in Vista park admits drug sales

So, he'll get from two to six years of custody, which equals "three hots and a cot" every day, plus medical care. That, at his age, may be more attractive than staying in the shipping container.

Visduh | July 23, 10:39 a.m.

Should you pay that ticket issued by Ace Parking?

LAZ Parking seems to be the same ol' tune with a different juke box number. I got a $39 ticket for parking in Cafe Coyote's underground parking facility while I ate at Cafe Coyote. On top of being a private company writing the ticket, this is private property. I imagine they are acting as an ...

Fishinmortician | July 23, 9:27 a.m.

Syrian refugees ask for money at Escondido Albertson's

Because many of those countries do not buy into the multiculturalism concept.

Ponzi | July 23, 8:54 a.m.

Syrian refugees ask for money at Escondido Albertson's

Probably supplementing their refugee stipend. Why wait for a government check when you can go direct to the taxpayer.

Ponzi | July 23, 8:53 a.m.

Syrian refugees ask for money at Escondido Albertson's

So why don't other Middle Eastern countries allow in "refugees" that will be so well-suited to their cultures?

jnojr | July 23, 8:43 a.m.

Butkiewicz gets free ride on Teamsters deal

you are right about that, ( speaking for myself) My only interaction with union "thugs" was crossing a picket line to pick up goods for my fathers business in the early 70's and dealing with them face to face. I think the Mickey Image ( recently) is what sticks in persons minds.

MURPHYJUNK | July 23, 8:01 a.m.

Lawrence Isen knows white-collar crime

Visduh: Switzerland's loosening up has helped make the Cayman Islands one of the handful of largest money centers in the world. Other Caribbean isles, and havens elsewhere around the world, are now picking up business that in the past would have gone to Switzerland. Best, Don Buader

Don Bauder | July 23, 7:56 a.m.

Butkiewicz gets free ride on Teamsters deal

I have no information on their current relationship. "Union bosses" and like comments usually come from people who do not know how unions are structured. As with any group of people there are always some bad apples. The decline of the middle class is directly related to the decline in union membership.

AlexClarke | July 23, 6:22 a.m.

Lawrence Isen knows white-collar crime

Don, The Swiss caved in a few years ago, and now "rat out" any/all of their US domiciled depositors to the IRS. Any US citizen should avoid Swiss banks in any shape or form.

Visduh | July 22, 5:48 p.m.

Syrian refugees ask for money at Escondido Albertson's

The middle-eastern refugee populations in the Detroit (Dearborn area in particular), are huge. El Cajon comes in second.

Ponzi | July 22, 4:54 p.m.

Butkiewicz gets free ride on Teamsters deal

Alex, since you rarely pay a complement in your comments, I'll have to give your opinion some weight. Actually Jerry looks like, and his history suggests, union boss, with most or all of the usual negative connotations. A few years ago, I would laugh when those who were defending the crooks in the So County ...

Visduh | July 22, 4:46 p.m.

Speed limits to be lowered on La Costa Avenue, Quail Gardens Drive

That method of determining proper speed limits has to do with the study of statistics, i.e. the "normal" distribution. Without going into detail, it assumes most drivers don't go "too fast" for the conditions. For a long time, I've questioned that assumption, and have favored some sort of model that employs many variables affecting traffic ...

Visduh | July 22, 4:25 p.m.

Syrian refugees ask for money at Escondido Albertson's

Perhaps low cost-of-living areas are not very tolerant or welcoming. Then there is the matter of climate. Desert dwellers may not fare well in northerly climes.

Visduh | July 22, 4:19 p.m.

Former Chipotle co-CEO to revamp La Jolla home

Is the size of the basement included in the additional 4000 sf or in addition to the square feet for the house, FAR being different from the recorded size of a building? At least, that's my understanding of FAR which is relative to the size of the lot. My own home is 1332 sf, not ...

jelula | July 22, 4:14 p.m.

San Diego solar growth hits the brakes

they last just long enough for the company that installs them to go out of business.

MURPHYJUNK | July 22, 3:24 p.m.

Former Chipotle co-CEO to revamp La Jolla home

The delivery and service fee sure won't bother him.

Dorian Hargrove | July 22, 2:57 p.m.

Former Chipotle co-CEO to revamp La Jolla home

"Basements" have become the new end-run around floor-area-ratio regulations. I wonder if anybody ever thinks to test for radon in these "basements," as in other areas of the country below-ground rooms have shown high radon readings. (Radon exposure can cause lung cancer.)

monaghan | July 22, 2:20 p.m.

Former Chipotle co-CEO to revamp La Jolla home

I wonder if Moran will be using UberEATS to get some Chipotle meals delivered to his La Jolla crib?

dwbat | July 22, 1:42 p.m.

Former Chipotle co-CEO to revamp La Jolla home

Thanks for the comment, Monaghan. The notice says much of the new space is in the basement and is not counted into floor-area-ratio.

Dorian Hargrove | July 22, 11:28 a.m.

Syrian refugees ask for money at Escondido Albertson's

Why does our government settle these economic refugees in one of the most expensive regions in the U.S.?

Ponzi | July 22, 11:09 a.m.

Former Chipotle co-CEO to revamp La Jolla home

Size matters. Moran is doubling the size of his house, a common practice now in La Jolla-area remodels or rebuilds. Reminds me of our President -- stupid, gross and over-the-top.

monaghan | July 22, 10:18 a.m.

Former Chipotle co-CEO to revamp La Jolla home

The original size is 4,162 square feet (per the "Union-Tribune report" link near the end of the article).

dwbat | July 22, 10:09 a.m.

Former Chipotle co-CEO to revamp La Jolla home

Moran is adding 4000 sf to a house that is how big? It's always useful to know the original size of a place that cost $8.5 million to get a sense of the grandiosity of the addition.

monaghan | July 22, 9:47 a.m.

San Diego solar growth hits the brakes

If you use a lot of electricity and are going to stay where you are for a long time then solar makes sense. For most people the savings do not pay for the system. Remember as with any system there is maintenance costs and repair/replacement costs. The panels do not last forever.

AlexClarke | July 22, 9:06 a.m.

Butkiewicz gets free ride on Teamsters deal

Jerry B is a well known and respected labor leader. He is not a czar or a thug or a goon. He is a leader that would bring experience and stability to the Labor Council. He has served in labor and management and knows how to bring people together.

AlexClarke | July 22, 9:03 a.m.

Lawrence Isen knows white-collar crime

Visduh: The Swiss used to say that secrecy is inviolate, but they can't say it honestly now because they do, on some occasions, release information. As I say, they are not as crooked as they used to be, but they are still crooked. Best, Don Bauder

Don Bauder | July 22, 7:49 a.m.

Lawrence Isen knows white-collar crime

Murphyjunk: Any intelligent person or company needs a Plan B or Plan C. Best, Don Bauder

Don Bauder | July 22, 7:45 a.m.

$800K signs mounted at City College

( wasted money)

MURPHYJUNK | July 22, 7:29 a.m.

San Diego solar growth hits the brakes

when low cost systems come out, previous customers will realize what a rip off they were subject to. so far all the sales have been a lot of hype

MURPHYJUNK | July 22, 7:22 a.m.

Luxury apartments rising at Texas Street and Howard

The Big Kitchen is in South Park, not Golden Hill.

dwbat | July 22, 7:22 a.m.

Lawrence Isen knows white-collar crime

its called plan ahead

MURPHYJUNK | July 22, 7:21 a.m.

John Williams sells tickets

"Who else is there?" Well, Duh. Are you forgetting Hans Zimmer? To me, he is far superior to Williams (who just kept recycling the same old themes). Williams' music is easy to like, but Zimmer's music makes you think.

dwbat | July 22, 7:18 a.m.

Lawrence Isen knows white-collar crime

There were many different stories. In some cases the violators were unwitting due to having been beneficiaries of trusts or inheritors of accounts set up by others. Some stashed cash while working overseas. Others knew better, but were reassured by the bankers that Swiss secrecy was inviolate and would be fools not to have such ...

Visduh | July 21, 9:08 p.m.

Luxury apartments rising at Texas Street and Howard

A friend has been buying 6 & 8 unit buildings in the NP and surrounding areas for three decades. She stopped entering into leases and only rents "month-to-month" to make the eviction process smoother. A lot of landlords should consider this strategy because of the tight market. Month-to-month is treated differently than a long-term lease. ...

Ponzi | July 21, 8:55 p.m.

Luxury apartments rising at Texas Street and Howard

I think Golden Hill is already cool. To me its been cool since I found the Big Kitchen in the 80's. My friend owned a laundromat which is now a dog wash. Walkable, easy level streets for biking, and the proximity of Hillcrest and other cool destinations.

Ponzi | July 21, 8:50 p.m.

Speed limits to be lowered on La Costa Avenue, Quail Gardens Drive

How many different ways is there to say "Stupid!"

bcoldpro | July 21, 7:58 p.m.

Get close but not too close to Carrizo Gorge trestle

I'm skeptical abut the story of why the trestle was built of wood instead of steel. It was an unplanned change, caused by a landslide and blockage of a tunnel. Every day the line was blocked, the railroad took in no revenue. So, speed in getting a replacement in place was of essence. To wait ...

Visduh | July 21, 6:09 p.m.

Luxury apartments rising at Texas Street and Howard

The place where you still get nice condos and houses at way lower cost than in San Diego is Cathedral City (right next to Palm Springs).

dwbat | July 21, 5:26 p.m.

Where to see Dunkirk in 70mm

Thank heaven I got my "Dunkirk" ticket at the 70 mm La Jolla AMC 12-plex! I appreciate this information. I am previewing it for an 11-year-old boy who is worrisomely fascinated with warfare in all its forms from medieval times to World Wars I and II. (I have not told him about a great-uncle who ...

monaghan | July 21, 5:08 p.m.

Lawrence Isen knows white-collar crime

croneow: That is the same complaint I referred to -- publishing touts in his magazine and getting free stock for the touts, and not informing people on whom he dumped the shares how he got them. Best, Don Bauder

Don Bauder | July 21, 3:03 p.m.

Lawrence Isen knows white-collar crime

Murphyjunk: Never worried? Hmmm. Best, Don Bauder

Don Bauder | July 21, 2:54 p.m.

Be wary of pretty food, make-up, and beards

Muy bien Sami; DELICIOSO pues ya tengo que irme p'alla. Gracias. http://www.sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2017/jul/21/112943/

Daniel Thomas | July 21, 2:48 p.m.

Lawrence Isen knows white-collar crime

This link is to an SEC court filing against Isen that doesn't appear to be in the article: https://www.sec.gov/litigation/complaints/2007/comp20407-isen.pdf Although the filing addresses acts by Isen in 2003, it doesn't match the description of the 2003 complaint in Bauder's article. I wish the justice system better understood that only jail will deter most of the ...

cromeow | July 21, 9:18 a.m.

These cops in PB want people to know there are bait bikes

As someone who might buy a used bike, I'd love to hear what the police recommend I do to reduce my chances of buying a stolen bike.

cromeow | July 21, 9:10 a.m.

$800K signs mounted at City College

they figured ( hoped) they would slide this past anyone that may see the expenditure ( wanted money)

MURPHYJUNK | July 21, 7:40 a.m.

$800K signs mounted at City College

want to bet the contractor has "connections" ?

MURPHYJUNK | July 21, 7:39 a.m.

Lawrence Isen knows white-collar crime

never worried about those items

MURPHYJUNK | July 21, 7:33 a.m.

Lawrence Isen knows white-collar crime

Murphyjunk: Several variables here 1. Are they armed? 2. Are you? 3. Are they bigger and tougher than you or the person you select to whack them? Best, Don Bauder

Don Bauder | July 21, 6:32 a.m.

Lawrence Isen knows white-collar crime

Visduh: Were those who stashed money in Switzerland "otherwise honest?" Most were probably dodging U.S. taxes or regulations. They may have had to pay to stash the money offshore. Best, Don

Don Bauder | July 21, 6:26 a.m.

Totally cool shot with nice reflections!

derek45 | July 21, 1:44 a.m.

$800K signs mounted at City College

That must really be excellent quality steel that goes into those frames. And the aluminum has got to be top of the line. You through in that acrylic and the LED's with the wiring and hell, its easy to see how one of these signs would cost more than a brand new Lexus. Sure, the ...

Javajoe25 | July 20, 10:43 p.m.

San Diego’s on for Ossoff

This is a resourceful tally of locals who were suckered into contributing to the campaign of novice Dem Jon Ossoff, disastrously running for Congress in Atlanta, Georgia. The guy didn't even live in the district he was seeking to represent! Apparently the Democratic National Committee also poured money into this hapless candidate, giving rise once ...

monaghan | July 20, 10:14 p.m.

These cops in PB want people to know there are bait bikes

Awesome - hope one of those 109 is the guy who got away with mine, double-locked, and in a locked garage with camera surveillance, a couple weeks back...

Dave Rice | July 20, 8:34 p.m.

These cops in PB want people to know there are bait bikes

Gotta love technology leading to arrests ***AND*** convictions. Keep up the good work and expand the program Citywide.

JustWondering | July 20, 4:29 p.m.

Former Chipotle co-CEO to revamp La Jolla home

I wonder if the finished remodel will be 6 bedrooms/[22 bathrooms][1]? [1]: https://www.foodbeast.com/news/chipotle-noro-2017-stock/

Cassander | July 20, 4:29 p.m.

UCSD jazz haters prompt Brian Ross to move on

After attending UCSD back in the 90's when the Loft was reputably just a couple of couches at the end of a hallway for students to BYOB if they wanted and hardly any jazz occurred unless we could argue to get a student jazz combo playing there on a Sunday for example… into watching the ...

Paul Viani | July 20, 3:35 p.m.

Irwin Jacobs' 50-year-old son, Jeff, pops question to 29-year-old La Jolla fashionista

Seriously! What a gold digger...No one's impressed you were named to the Forbes 30 under 30 list. Kind of a dick move by the the author to call her a La Jolla fashionista when over a year before this article was written, the company she co-founded got a $90 million investmentfrom Coke at a market ...

rock6802 | July 20, 3:05 p.m.

$800K signs mounted at City College

How many of those who voted for the bond issue thought that signs would take almost $1 million of the proceeds? How many of those who voted for it even care? No, this smacks of fancying up the campus with some very costly, very visible signs, to impress somebody. It shouldn't impress the students who ...

Visduh | July 20, 2:54 p.m.

Faulconer’s mid-summer S.F. daydream

This is how he can have it both ways. He says he isn't running for higher office. Some GOP types come along and start to tout him as a potential candidate for statewide office. He goes along with it, makes his appearance, and starts to get better state recognition. So, he can "run" while being ...

Visduh | July 20, 2:47 p.m.

Will the monkeys do good business?

Good movies for such a no-movie week. :-)

Daniel Thomas | July 20, 2:07 p.m.

Former Chipotle co-CEO to revamp La Jolla home

Yes, it's the ol' "trickle down" policy in business.

dwbat | July 20, 1:24 p.m.

Former Chipotle co-CEO to revamp La Jolla home

No doubt. For those at the top it is a golden parachute. For those a little farther down it is a golden handshake. For the hourly worker it is a golden shower.

AlexClarke | July 20, 12:15 p.m.

Former Chipotle co-CEO to revamp La Jolla home

Moran was forced out by the board of directors, as they felt the co-CEO structure was just not working anymore, and they wanted founder Steve Ells to be the sole CEO. Moran probably got a hefty golden parachute.

dwbat | July 20, 12:03 p.m.

52 Weeks of Science: Animatronic Special FX

Accuracy is appreciated!

Tikky | July 20, 11:57 a.m.

Former Chipotle co-CEO to revamp La Jolla home

That's a lot of enchiladas!

nostalgic | July 20, 11:57 a.m.

Faulconer’s mid-summer S.F. daydream

...Or if the local Dems last year hadn't rolled over for Irwin Jacob's "Plaza de Panama 2" fever dream and let Kev run unopposed (or once Ed Harris ran, leave him twisting in the wind) in order to keep collecting that Qualcomm money for other races.

Cassander | July 20, 11:46 a.m.

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