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Behind Tony Young’s Surprise Appearance at the Taxi Industry Hearing
Former City Councilman Tony Young | Photo Credit: Sam Hodgson By Megan Burks Taxicab owners and drivers flooded Council Chambers and three overflow rooms last week to leave public comment – nearly four hours of it – on a proposal to open the city’s taxi market. One person who offered comments during the marathon session…
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American Independent Party Isn’t as ‘Independent’ as New Citizens Think
Newly Naturalized Citizens in San Diego are encouraged to register to vote, some have trouble identifying with a specific party. | Video Credit: KPBS By Jill Replogle A growing number of San Diego voters are opting against joining the country’s major political parties. The number of people who check the box for “no party preference”…
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Disadvantaged Students Are Doing Better in Charter Schools
Arroyo Paseo Charter High Is One of San Diego’s Highest Ranking Charter Schools By Mario Koran Students from disadvantaged backgrounds are doing better in charter schools than in traditional public schools. According to the California Charter Schools Association’s recent report on the status of the state’s charter school movement, more than a quarter of all…
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Bikes del Pueblo Seeks Permanent Space to Help Mid-City Residents With Bike Repairs
Video Credit: Brian Myers By Brian Myers A flat tire or a broken chain is all it takes to put a bike out of service if the cyclist doesn’t know how to fix the problem or can’t afford a mechanic. Eleven year old BMX rider Erick Mwesa found that out last week. Biking allows him…
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Death Of Al-Shabab Leader Is ‘Great News’ for City Heights Somalis
By Megan Burks The Pentagon confirmed Friday the death of Somali militant leader Ahmed Godane in a Monday air attack. Local Somalis say they’re are glad to learn of the blow against al-Shabab. All week conversations in City Heights coffee shops and African markets have swirled around whether Godane was actually dead. Friday’s confirmation brought…