• Sen. Atkins: Diverse legislature will bring solutions despite budget woes,Toni Atkins

    Sen. Atkins: Diverse legislature will bring solutions despite budget woes

    I am deeply humbled that my colleagues have again entrusted me with the responsibility and honor to lead as the President pro Tempore of the Senate. As I reflect on my combined 12 years in the Assembly and Senate, I’m struck by how much the California Legislature has changed and grown to truly refle

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  • Arroyo Canyon—a secret trail under historic ‘wiggly’ bridge,Cynthia Robertson

    Arroyo Canyon—a secret trail under historic ‘wiggly’ bridge

    Our exploration of urban canyons in Uptown neighborhoods this time around is Arroyo Canyon,Shadows of pedestrians on the floor canyon from Spruce Street Bridgea small trail tucked behind a private residential area. After enjoying a lunch of enchiladas and a couple cups of cinnamon-infused Café Olla

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  • Dogs parade in outlandish holiday wear,Diana Cavagnaro

    Dogs parade in outlandish holiday wear

    Bailey the Yorkie from Poway won best float. She was also one of the Grand Marshalls this year. (Photos by Diana Cavagnaro)The 14th Annual Gaslamp Pet Parade returned to the Gaslamp on Dec. 17 with dogs in all shapes and sizes. This is a wonderful family event with dog owners coming in matching cost

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