Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in style with the Gaslamp Quarter St. Patrick's Day Celebration 2023. Enjoy bar crawls, festivals, restaurant specials and much more with your fellow leprechauns.
read morePadres Announce Details for 2023 Opening Series Presented by Sycuan Casino Resort
The Padres have released details surrounding the 2023 Opening Series presented by Sycuan Casino Resort against the Colorado Rockies. The series promises exciting pregame ceremonies and festivities for fans to enjoy.
read moreSan Diego Sheriff's Department Releases Video of Deputy-Involved Shooting
The San Diego County Sheriff's Department has released video footage of a deputy-involved shooting that occurred on March 10, 2023. The incident is currently under investigation by the San Diego Police Department, the District Attorney's Office, CLERB, the FBI, and the United States Attorney's Office.
read moreRomanian Citizen Arrested and Charged In $5 Million Covid Relief Fraud
Constantin Sandu of Romania was arrested and charged in a federal complaint for masterminding a scheme to steal more than $5 million in California unemployment insurance benefits intended to help workers impacted by the pandemic. The arrest was made after the Romanian suspect was found to have conspired with 214 unnamed Romanian co-conspirators across California and in Romania to fraudulently obtain millions of dollars in California unemployment insurance benefits.
read moreFormer Wells Fargo Personal Banker Sentenced for Money Laundering and Bank Fraud
Leopoldo Lora-Aguilera, a former Wells Fargo personal banker, was sentenced to 33 months in custody for money laundering conspiracy and bank fraud. Aguilera was involved in an international money laundering organization based in Tijuana, Mexico which laundered funds in excess of $12.5 million dollars before being disrupted by the FBI. Aguilera abused his position by opening and using bank accounts with false identities to wire transfer millions of dollars to Mexico, in exchange for cash payments from the criminal organization. The FBI investigation linked these funds to the sale of narcotics by a Mexican drug cartel; Melisa Valdivia Diaz, Alma Leticia Murillo Valdivia and Jorge Alberto Ortiz Borrego have also been arrested for participating in the scheme
read more17th Annual San Diego County High School Mock Trial Competition Brings 700+ Students to Court
Over 755 San Diego County high school students competed in the 17th annual San Diego County High School Mock Trial Competition, marking it the largest competition to date. Students tackled a criminal trial scenario, arguing pretrial issues involving the Fourth Amendment protection against unreasonable search and seizure. The competition aims to give students hands-on experience in learning about the law and the Constitution, with state and federal judges volunteering their time during the trials and attorneys coaching the high school students. The winner will go on to represent San Diego County in the Statewide Mock Trial Competition next month.
read morePadres Sign Right-Hander Yu Darvish to a New Six-Year Contract
The Padres have signed Yu Darvish to a new six-year contract through the 2028 season. In 30 starts last season, Darvish had a 3.10 ERA, .207 opponents average, and 197 strikeouts to just 37 walks, which highlights his excellent performance as a pitcher. Darvish is a five-time MLB All-Star who has posted a 95-75 career record with a 3.50 ERA in 242 career Major League starts.
read moreGaslamp Quarter Valentine’s Day Celebration 2023
Gaslamp Quarter celebrates Valentine’s Day with a variety of events, including a free photo opportunity, anti-Valentine’s celebration, romantic dinners, and special cocktails at various establishments
read morePadres Extend Major League Spring Training Invitations to 30 Players
The Padres have announced that they have invited 30 players to participate in their Major League Spring Training. The list includes 16 minor league free agents and 19 who have already played in the Major League. Nine of the 30 invitees were initially signed or drafted by the Padres.
read morePadres Announce 2023 Major League Coaching Staff
The Padres announced the coaching staff for the 2023 Major League campaign. Manager Bob Melvin's team will include returning members as well as some new faces from different organizations.
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