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Crimes and Courts
Appeals court upholds conviction in BDSM torture-murder
A state appellate court has upheld a Vista judge's decision to deny a bid for a new trial from a woman convicted in the...
Fire and Rescue
House solar backup battery fire sparks safety concerns
On Friday, August 8, 2025, the North County Fire Protection District (NCFPD) responded to a residential fire in Fallbrook caused by a lithium-ion (“Li-ion”)...
News
Hope House to open this fall, offering shelter and support for pregnant women and young moms
This October, a quiet home tucked in the heart of Fallbrook will open its doors to some of the most vulnerable in our community...
Opinion
Churches bring great value to a town
Last week, Tim O’Leary did a good piece on one of our long-time churches closing. Some of the comments were nasty, saying churches are...
Education
Supreme Court strikes down opt-out ban on LGBTQ+ materials; California school boards may need policy changes
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court on June 27 ruled that a Maryland school district violated parents’ First Amendment rights when it introduced “LGBTQ+-inclusive”...
Home & Garden
Tarantula mating season begins across Southern California hillsides
It’s that time of year again in Southern California: male tarantulas are on the move in search of mates. Late summer through early fall...
Health & Fitness
Promising new cancer therapy treats the root cause rather than the disease
Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, renowned cancer researcher and owner of the Los Angeles Times, is making headlines for a groundbreaking medical development he says could...
Opinion
EDITORIAL: California Bill AB 495 stirs debate over parental rights
A controversial proposal in the California Legislature, Assembly Bill 495, known as the Family Preparedness Plan Act of 2025, is drawing sharp criticism from...