On Oct. 25, 2003, one of the worst fires in California history burned through San Diego County. Sixteen people died, including one firefighter. Many San Diego firefighters remember that incident well. City of San Diego Fire-Rescue Chief Colin Stowell shares his memories of that day and has some… Read more about Fire Chief Colin Stowell Remembers the 2003 Cedar Fire
In an effort to improve recreational spaces throughout the City of San Diego, Mayor Todd Gloria and Council President Pro Tem Monica Montgomery Steppe today joined City staff and community members for a groundbreaking event to kick off a number of major improvements and upgrades at John F. Kennedy… Read more about Significant Upgrades Coming to John F. Kennedy Park
In February, the City announced that Golden Hall, which was never intended to serve permanently as a shelter, would eventually be closed and the individuals housed there would be moved to new shelters.
Since then, the City has been busy relocating people staying at our temporary… Read more about Getting Youth Experiencing Homelessness on the Path to Permanent Housing
The City’s new Privacy Ordinance works to protect people’s right to privacy while also recognizing the need for the City to use technology to ensure public health and safety.
The ordinance is a good start toward balancing privacy with public safety. However, as written, the new law is… Read more about Why the City’s Privacy Ordinance Needs Revisions
Many San Diegans will soon see an increase in their pay when the City’s minimum wage goes up. Effective Jan. 1, 2024, employees who perform at least two hours of work in one or more calendar weeks of the year within the geographic boundaries of the City of San Diego will receive a minimum wage… Read more about Hourly Minimum Wage Will Increase to $16.85 Effective Jan. 1, 2024
Ysidro used to be homeless, but he is now safe and healthy at the Hotel Churchill.Built in 1914, Hotel Churchill is located in the eastern part of Downtown San Diego, along the San Diego Trolley line. The renovation of the historic hotel in 2016 created and preserved 72 units of affordable housing… Read more about Resident of Hotel Churchill Affordable Apartments Shares His Story
Domingo moved into San Diego Square affordable housing almost two years ago, and he says his quality of life has improved dramatically since then.San Diego Square currently provides 154 affordable apartments for seniors 62 and up with income at or below 50% of AMI. Tenants pay rent based… Read more about Resident of San Diego Square Affordable Apartments Shares Their Story
Mayor Todd Gloria kicked off this year’s Comic-Con International at the San Diego Convention Center, highlighting the convention’s economic impact on the region. After a successful post-pandemic return in 2022, San Diego Comic-Con returns for its 54th year from… Read more about Kicking Off Comic-Con 2023
