Monday, February 20 2012 8:57 PM EST2012-02-21 01:57:47 GMT
It's been almost two years since the FDA approved a new time-release design of Oxycontin to prevent illegal misuse and abuse of the pain relieving drug.
It's been almost two years since the FDA approved a new time-release design of Oxycontin to prevent illegal misuse and abuse of the pain relieving drug. But the new version is causing San Diego authorities new stress. They're seeing an alarming rise in people switching to heroin as a potentially deadly substitute.
Wednesday, February 15 2012 9:50 PM EST2012-02-16 02:50:21 GMT
Spectators at Saturday's Supercross event at Qualcomm Stadium were treated to some high-flying action at high speed. But what do those big air moves look, and feel like to the riders themselves?
Spectators at Saturday's Supercross event at Qualcomm Stadium were treated to some high-flying action at high speed. But what do those big air moves look, and feel like to the riders themselves?
Friday, January 13 2012 2:21 PM EST2012-01-13 19:21:42 GMT
If your New Year's resolution involves getting healthy, maybe losing a few pounds or detoxifying your body, there's a new Detox Lounge in the Gaslamp that may help you achieve your goals.
If your New Year's resolution involves getting healthy, maybe losing a few pounds or detoxifying your body, there's a new Detox Lounge in the Gaslamp that may help you achieve your goals.
Friday, December 30 2011 10:25 PM EST2011-12-31 03:25:30 GMT
Earlier this week we introduced you to a golden retriever who lights up at the sound of an acoustic guitar, then goes down in the dumps when the music stops.
Earlier this week we introduced you to a golden retriever who lights up at the sound of an acoustic guitar, then goes down in the dumps when the music stops.
Tuesday, December 13 2011 9:15 PM EST2011-12-14 02:15:54 GMT
For many people, "The Nutcracker" is a symbolic way to kick off the holiday season. This year, a famed Russian Ballet is in San Diego for a one-night-only performance.
For many people, "The Nutcracker" is a symbolic way to kick off the holiday season. This year, a famed Russian Ballet is in San Diego for a one-night-only performance.
Friday, November 18 2011 9:52 PM EST2011-11-19 02:52:31 GMT
She's the woman behind the scenes of the most successful daytime talk show in history. Sheri Salata has now written a book looking back on her time as executive producer of "The Oprah Winfrey Show."
She's the woman behind the scenes of the most successful daytime talk show in history. Sheri Salata has now written a book looking back on her time as executive producer of "The Oprah Winfrey Show."
Friday, November 11 2011 6:14 PM EST2011-11-11 23:14:30 GMT
San Diegans observed Veterans Day Friday by attending an annual parade and helping former military members who are homeless, and will cap off the day with a unique basketball game aboard the USS Carl Vinson.
San Diegans observed Veterans Day Friday by attending an annual parade and helping former military members who are homeless, and will cap off the day with a unique basketball game aboard the USS Carl Vinson.
Tuesday, November 8 2011 12:51 PM EST2011-11-08 17:51:26 GMT
It does not matter if you are a collector of fine wines or just enjoy a glass with dinner; you will find something at the San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival.
It does not matter if you are a collector of fine wines or just enjoy a glass with dinner; you will find something at the San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival.
Friday, November 4 2011 10:43 AM EDT2011-11-04 14:43:16 GMT
The Jade Element" recently released their debut album, which is available on i-Tunes and the "project" has been busy performing here in San Diego, as well as Orange County and LA.
The Jade Element" recently released their debut album, which is available on i-Tunes and the "project" has been busy performing here in San Diego, as well as Orange County and LA.
Monday, October 24 2011 1:01 PM EDT2011-10-24 17:01:41 GMT
Seaport Village wanted to find a way to thank its local customers, who have remained loyal throughout the years so it came up with "Locals Appreciation Week."
Seaport Village wanted to find a way to thank its local customers, who have remained loyal throughout the years so it came up with "Locals Appreciation Week."
Tuesday, October 18 2011 10:19 PM EDT2011-10-19 02:19:06 GMT
Why would Rady Children's Hospital make their facility even creepier for their young patients? We went there Tuesday to see if their Halloween party was a trick or treat.
For any child, a hospital can be a scary place. So why would Rady Children's Hospital make their facility even creepier for their young patients? We went there Tuesday to see if their Halloween party was a trick or treat.
Tuesday, October 18 2011 4:23 AM EDT2011-10-18 08:23:21 GMT
Emulating looks of Tom Selleck and Wilford Brimley, firefighters teamed up to grow mustaches in six weeks to help raise money to help one of their own.
Emulating looks of Tom Selleck and Wilford Brimley, firefighters teamed up to grow mustaches in six weeks to help raise money to help one of their own.
Thursday, September 29 2011 3:04 PM EDT2011-09-29 19:04:23 GMT
Estate planning is an important thing to do in the event of your death but these days many people's lives are as active online as they are in the real world.
Tuesday, September 27 2011 9:56 PM EDT2011-09-28 01:56:45 GMT
It's a new book with a new look that uses weird words like "zook". A new read called "The Bippolo Seed and Other Lost Stories" from children's author Dr. Seuss hit stores Tuesday.
It's a new book with a new look that uses weird words like "zook". A new read called "The Bippolo Seed and Other Lost Stories" from children's author Dr. Seuss hit stores Tuesday. So far, San Diegans say this latest fictional treat is pretty neat.
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