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California’s latest preliminary homelessness data for 2026 suggests a continuing statewide shift: many counties are reporting fewer people experiencing homelessness compared to previous years, after an official statewide drop in 2025. But even where numbers look better, advocates and local leaders warn the count can miss people

San Diego’s sidewalks aren’t just uncomfortable—they can be unpredictable and, at times, genuinely hazardous. A recent report highlights how frequent curb cuts (driveway entrances that “slice” through sidewalks), missing sidewalk segments, and uneven concrete can turn a simple walk into a stop-and-start obstacle course. For residents and

Southern California’s “Underwater Mortgage” Problem Is Rare—But Your Home Can Still Be Financially Vulnerable A new mortgage snapshot shows it’s increasingly uncommon in Southern California for homeowners to owe more than their property is worth. In fact, several local counties rank among the lowest “underwater mortgage” rates

San Diego has cleared a major regulatory hurdle to reshape the northeastern corner of Mission Bay into expanded marshland, dunes, and new recreation areas after receiving approval from the California Coastal Commission. While the plan is framed as a long-term climate-resilience win, it also signals years of