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La Mesa is getting a major new store in 2028—a massive outdoor shop called Bass Pro Shops. It’ll be the first one in San Diego County, filling 148, 000 square feet at the Grossmont Center mall. That’s bigger than most city blocks! The store will sell everything from fishing gear to guns, kayaks to c

Will Americans skip July 4th over politics?

A new national poll shows 20% of U. S. adults plan to skip July 4th fireworks this year. The reason? President Trump’s tight grip on the official 250th birthday party. Some see the celebrations as a chance to honor 250 years of history. Others feel it’s become a campaign stage for one man. The divid

opinion

Lessons from a fearless voice we didn’t deserve to lose

Kelly Davis left this world at 53, leaving behind a city that will take years to realize how much her work mattered. Over three decades, she focused on corners of San Diego where suffering happens quietly—jail cells, hospital rooms, forgotten places most people ignore. Her stories weren’t just artic

School Leaders Face Tough Questions on Spending and School Safety

A recent letter to Loudoun County’s school superintendent highlights growing concerns about how public money is being used. The letter, sent by House committee members after a heated meeting, asks tough questions about the spending habits of the school’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion office. One

Gov. Cuts $15M from Treasure Coast Projects

The governor’s last budget cut $15 million from eleven projects on Florida’s Treasure Coast. A major part of the reduction was a $7. 5 million plan to build a mental‑health unit for inmates at the Martin County jail. Other projects ranged from new drones for police to a water treatment plant i

crime

Hate‑Crime Charge Over “Good Shot ICE” Poster

A 38‑year‑old resident of Libertyville, Illinois, faces a felony hate‑crime charge and a misdemeanor for disorderly conduct after authorities say he posted a sign reading “Good Shot ICE” with a bullseye target. The sign was intended to intimidate the local Latino community, according to State’s Atto

sports

All‑State Soccer Stars of Tennessee 2026

The 2026 season wrapped up with a flurry of talent recognized across the state. The Tennessee Sports Writers Association chose standout players from five different divisions, highlighting those who led their teams to success. In Class A, a group of seniors and juniors from schools like Memphis Bu

business

Local small business contest highlights creative products and services

A recent contest in Berks County celebrated fresh ideas from local entrepreneurs. Twelve people pitched their new businesses to a panel of thirteen judges at a June event. The winners walked away with prize money to help grow their companies. First place went to Jessica King of ElderCARE Collaborat

crime

A Chance to Clean Up a Painted Mess

July 1, 2026

An art teacher from Berks County, once proud of his Harvard background and tenure at a well‑known school in Pottstown, now faces the fallout of selling fake paintings. The 78‑year‑old admitted in federal court that he misrepresented works as creations of Picasso and Warhol, leading to charges of mai