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Chula Vista

Letters to the Editor

David Danciu of Chula Vista says: It is not often that a city goes through the type of change that Chula Vista is on the brink of. We are often overlooked as...

Young volunteers rise to the challenge of helping community

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, American adults between the ages of 35 and 54 are most likely to volunteer in their community, yet HandsOn San Diego has created a...

Man held for homicide, kidnapping

A man remains behind bars on $2 million bail in the shooting death of an acquaintance in a car in the Otay Mesa West area. Hector Gabriel Sanchez, 22, has pleaded not...

Making the same mistake again?

Eighty-three years ago this month a guest saved the life of one of his hosts. Who are we kidding? Cast aside the euphemism and you’re left with a prisoner saving the life of...

High school cross country season wraps up with Footlocker Nationals

The 2023 high school cross country season finally strode to an end with a bang as the 44th Footlocker National Championship meet played out its drama Dec. 2 at Balboa Park’s...

Bonita Vista swimmer sets record quest

Bonita Vista High School senior Anthony Ribal is swimming more relaxed these days, and it’s showing in the water. The defending Division I San Diego Section champion in the boys 100-yard breaststroke,...

Making the most of available knowledge

I woke up Thursday morning to the news that astronomers had finally been able to take a picture of a black hole at the center of our galaxy. A black hole, as...

What will Metro-Pacific League fortunes hold for Montgomery Aztecs?

The race for this year’s Metro-Pacific League football championship is really muddled at this point of the season. It seems likely the team that plays most consistently the final three weeks...

Fresh from the garden to local families

Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center located in National City is celebrating its 10th year of operation. With nearly eight acres of land, its centerpiece, is a Princess Anne Victorian home. With...

Be mindful when scammers call

Scam artists are constantly adapting their tactics to trick unsuspecting victims into giving away personal information or money. If you’ve received a strange text message recently—one that seems too good to...

Time to part ways in National City

I have disagreed with you on a few substantive issues, but I have always enjoyed my interaction with you. You supported the school I love with your presence and your...

Former SUHSD board member joins charter

Former Sweetwater Union High School District trustee Bertha Lopez is back on a school board a little more than a year after being convicted and sentenced for a misdemeanor in a...

Working together brings success

Since joining the South County Economic Development Council as its new CEO in early April, it has been amazing to see the commitment and pride local business owners have in their...

Pilot shuttles seniors

On Oct. 12, the Chula Vista City Council adopted a resolution that will bring a shuttle service to seniors and residents in an agreement with the California Air Resources Board for...

Hoping for another 118 years

I grew up on the west side of Chula Vista and I have fond memories of this city since the time I could walk. I was a paperboy for The Star-News...

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THIS WEEK

Boys hoops season underway...

San Diego Section basketball teams paused their regular season schedules in deference to Monday’s Martin Luther King holiday. Selected games did take place but...

Frosh phenoms are lacing...

Last season, the Metro Conference roller hockey scoring race was contested between Eastlake High junior Chris Rollbusch Jr. and Bonita Vista senior Jacob Hunter. Rollbusch...

Padres FanFest set Jan....

From staff reportsThe San Diego Padres’ 2026 FanFest is scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 31, at Petco Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The...

Titans, Bruins take the...

The Eastlake Titans and High Tech High Chula Vista Bruins boys basketball teams got together on Saturday for a memorial game to spotlight the...

Overtime games add excitement...

The Metro Conference follow the general tule of professional hockey with tie games at the end of regulation play advancing to a three-on-three overtime...

King’s call for justice...

Three days after the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., the April 7, 1968 edition of The Chula Vista Star News had a small...

Esoteric Astrology as news...

Sun Enters Aquarius – Waters of Life for Thirsty Humanity Aquarius - “Waters of Life Poured Forth For Thirsty Humanity.” These words esoterically define the...

Moore takes lead at...

The Port of San Diego officially swore in its 2026 officers for the Board of Port Commissioners on Wednesday, Jan. 14, marking the start...

Familiar fragrance store opens...

Bath & Body Works officially opened a new 3,232-square-foot store near Palomar Trolley on Jan. 9, bringing the brand’s signature fragrances, body care, and...