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Drug bust left detective pointing finger at elusive suspect

You enjoyed my embarrassment when I executed a search warrant for marijuana plants only to discover they were really tomato plants. There's more. This incident involves another narcotic investigating venture in 1980....

You never know who you will meet among those seeking shelter

At South Bay Community Center Interfaith Shelter, it’s common to meet single mothers, drifters, or young families. The homeless shelter hosts an assortment of people plagued by bad luck, poor choices,...

Building strong communities

As we honored Labor Day this month, I am reminded of the vital role education plays in building strong communities and a resilient economy. At Southwestern College, our commitment to workforce...

Pink is the new cool

Pink Army may have a somewhat fierce name, but the Chula Vista girls who make up the band are not so scary. Alicia Randolph, Lia Johnson and Charisma Cain are all under 13...

Otay Ranch, CP harriers stay unbeaten

The Otay Ranch Mustangs and Castle Park Trojans high school cross country teams both remained undefeated in their respective league dual meet competitions after sweeping their opponents last Friday. The Mustangs eclipsed...

Winners and haters

Know what I think of Cristiano Ronaldo, the dainty and flamboyant — some women might call him yummy — forward for Portugal and Real Madrid? Neither does he. Chances are, however, even if...

Gun-toting churchgoer is found mentally competent

A Bonita woman who is accused of displaying a gun to her church congregation on Easter has been found mentally competent to stand trial. The attorney for Anna Linda Conkey, 31, had...

Eastlake’s Williams wraps up junior season with strong outlook on senior season

Eastlake junior Jaelyn Williams, three-time state qualifier in the girls 3200 run, placed fourth in the distance in 10:12.15 at this year’s state championship May 30-31 in Clovis. In her first trip...

Reason to celebrate

The arts are giving kids and young adults in the South Bay new found hope. ARTS/A Reason to Survive, a 12-year-old non-profit organization, is set to unveil its 200,000- square-foot National City...

Metro Conference Hall of Fame inductees honored

As part of the 2024-25 interscholastic calendar, the Metro Conference unveiled its inaugural Hall of Fame Class of 2024. The event honored 16 outstanding individuals — athletes, coaches and distinguished community...

From Boy Scout to councilman

A Chula Vista Boy Scout who moved away for law school is back as a candidate for City Council Seat 4. London Meservy, 37, says he moved back to raise a family...

Grateful to receive The Star-News

I would like to thank whomever is responsible for delivering The Star-News to my home. As I picked up my issue this morning in my driveway, I noticed that other homes...

You say gadfly, I say role model

The Union-Tribune can crow and bark all they want about being the community's watchdog. They're not fooling me. The real watchdogs - the people who at the very least should get an appreciative...

Suspect admits attacking attorney

A Chula Vista man who sliced the face of his attorney during his Dec. 13 trial pleaded guilty Tuesday to aggravated mayhem and faces 20 years to life in prison—which would...

Grand opening of Parkview by Pardee Homes coming soon to South County

The grand opening of Parkview by Pardee Homes is slated for early April. This exciting collection of 73 new homes will bring detached two-story homes to the thriving Ocean View Hills...

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THIS WEEK

SuHi inducts 2026 Basketball...

The Sweetwater High School basketball program’s Hall of Fame class grew by five more inductees during ceremonies Jan. 31 in the National City school’s...

‘Joker’ helps heal veteran

Dawn Jeans, born and raised in Chula Vista and a U.S. Army veteran, knows firsthand what it’s like to hit rock bottom. After surviving...

‘Somebody’ of note then...

Among the many tributes to civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson upon the occasion of his death this week the one that resonates most,...

Esoteric Astrology as news...

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New Year, New Career...

Every San Diegan — no matter their zip code — should have the resources and support to secure stable, good-paying jobs. That belief continues to...

CIF wrestling finals head...

The San Diego Section Division IV boys wrestling championship tournament took the spotlight Saturday at Mar Vista High School in Imperial Beach. While showcasing the...

Association works to develop...

When a police K-9 retires in South County, the badge may come off — but the medical bills don’t. That reality is what led former...

Chula Vista library takes...

Finding your next favorite book just got a lot easier in Chula Vista. The city’s public library has rolled out Book Match, a free,...

San Diego State women’s...

The San Diego State University women’s basketball team (21-4, 15-1) extended itrs lead on first place in the Mountain West to three games with...

From seed to sustainability

A long-standing partnership between the National School District and Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center has earned statewide recognition for its innovative approach to climate...

San Diego Section winter...

The San Diego Section winter sports playoffs have tipped off for boys and girls basketball and kicked off for boys and girls soccer and...