Earthquakes; Speakers Vent; Panga Boat; Oktoberfest: Patch PM

San Diego CA

18 August, 2021

11:09 PM

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SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA – Missed today's headlines? Here are the Patch stories from San Diego County that people are talking about today: Several Earthquakes Shake Southern California Desert A series of temblors struck near Ocotillo Wells Wednesday. The largest measured a magnitude 4.0. Speakers Vent At Board Meeting Over COVID-19 Restrictions At least 120 people addressed the San Diego County Board of Supervisors during a contentious 4 1/2-hour public hearing. 1,738 New COVID-19 Cases Reported In San Diego County San Diego County's latest daily COVID-19 numbers show 1,738 new infections — the highest one-day total since late January. 15 Arrested After Panga Boat Washes Up In La Jolla The boat landed near Nautilus Street, and the panga's occupants — 13 men and two women — were taken into custody, officials said. 2 Plead Guilty In Deadly Smuggling Case Off La Jolla Two men pleaded guilty to federal charges stemming from a human smuggling attempt in a boat that stalled off the coast of La Jolla. City Attorney Seeking To Shut Down 'Dilapidated' Property The City Attorney's Office said it is seeking to shut down a dilapidated property in San Ysidro that is infested with vermin and mold. County Supervisors Approve More Enforcement For Illegal Pot Shops The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a proposal to increase law enforcement of illegal marijuana shops in unincorporated areas. Man Sentenced For Fatally Shooting Wife In North County A man who shot and killed his wife in Vista was sentenced Tuesday to 50 years to life in state prison. Nearly 9,500 San Diego Households Receive Housing Stability Funds The city and the SD Housing Commission have distributed 93% of the $83.7 million of federal rent relief funds initially received in March. Testimony Begins In Trial Of Man Accused Of Shooting SDPD Officer Jesse Michael Gomez, 60, is charged with shooting Officer Jonathan "J.D." De Guzman, 43, and fellow gang-unit Officer Wade Irwin. Oktoberfest 2021: Guide To The Best In San Diego County The forecast looks wünderbar as German festivals, with beers, brats & polkas aplenty, are back in the SD region. Disneyland 'Genie' Replaces Fast Pass, Max Pass: How It Works Disneyland Resort offers 2 new services to replace the former line-cutting program. Here's what the Genie and Genie+ are and how they work. CA Mandates Proof Of Vaccination, Testing For Big Indoor Events Californians will now have to show proof of vaccination or a negative coronavirus test for events with 1,000 or more guests. CA Enacted A Groundwater Law 7 Years Ago. But Wells Are Still Drying Up — And The Threat Is Spreading As drought worsens, there are few, if any, protections in place for California's depleted groundwater. California Needs To Get Rid Of High Pain/Low Gain Court Fees It's long past time for California to end civil assessments and court fees that heap debt on people on top of their punishment. Check out these homes: This Is The Cheapest Single-Family Home In Carlsbad This property — listed at $695,000 — is close to schools, freeways and the beach. This Is The Cheapest Single-Family Home In Encinitas This property — listed at $999,000 — features an oversized garage, new exterior paint, new lighting, new flooring and two fireplaces. This Is The Cheapest Single-Family Home In Santee This property — listed at $565,000 — features a remodeled kitchen, remodeled master bathroom, gas fireplace and private patio. This Is The Cheapest Single-Family Home In La Mesa This 924-square-foot home — listed at $580,000 — offers two bedrooms and one bathroom. This Is The Cheapest Single-Family Home In Imperial Beach This remodeled property — listed at $655,000 — features a front deck, fenced backyard and a one-car garage. This Is The Cheapest Single-Family Home In Poway This single-level property — listed at $699,000 — features new carpet, new paint and a spacious backyard with RV parking. This Is The Cheapest Single-Family Home In Ramona This updated property — listed at $562,800 — features dual-pane windows and a two-car garage. San Diego Home With Spa-Like Bathroom, Swimming Pool: $1.75M This home's primary suite has a spa-like bathroom with quartz countertops, mosaic glass accents, a walk-in shower and bathtub.