Snap Power Couple Wipes Out $550 Million In Medical Debt Across California
Evan Spiegel and Miranda Kerr funded a gift that erased $550 million in medical debt for 261,000+ Californians, with San Diego and L.A. among the top beneficiaries.
Ramen Ryoma Pacific Beach Ordered Closed After Inspectors Find Vermin and a Recurring Food Temperature Problem
San Diego County health inspectors shut down the Pacific Beach location of Ramen Ryoma on June 24 for vermin evidence and improper food holding temperatures — the kind of citation that stings a little more when you look at how many times temperatures have come up before on this restaurant's inspection record.
UCSD Shrink Shake-Up Has La Jolla, Hillcrest on Edge
A new UC San Diego Health staffing rule requiring contracted psychiatrists to devote most hours to the system is drawing pushback from clinicians and unions over patient continuity. Local psychiatrists say the change hits working parents especially hard.
Capitol Firestorm: Cal Fire Pay Revolt Puts State Budget On The Hot Seat
AB 2129 would push Cal Fire salaries within 15% of 20 local departments, but Assembly estimates peg the cost at $373M–$609M — forcing a clash between recruitment needs and budget limits. Lawmakers and the governor face a tough choice.












