Current earns awards for environmental, political coverage
North Coast Current
July 26, 2019
The North Coast Current was recognized for local news excellence with seven awards Wednesday, July 17, from the Society of Professional Journalists San Diego.
Local community colleges weigh challenges of new state funding model
Joel Vaughn
February 14, 2019
The purpose of community college lies in its funding, and that model is undergoing some key changes.
Carlsbad council hopefuls weigh impact of district-based voting
Joel Vaughn
November 5, 2018
The cities of Carlsbad and Encinitas are experiencing the effects of district city council elections for the first time. This is particularly significant in Districts 1 and 3 of Carlsbad since all six candidates would be new faces on the City Council.
Grandfathering granny flats: Encinitas eyes state bill to help housing crunch
Joel Vaughn
August 30, 2018
Home is where the drywall is up to code, or it’s in the backyard, above the garage or an added second story. Accessory dwelling units will have a chance to be counted in Encinitas’ housing requirement.
Encinitas council, high school board brace for first district votes
Joel Vaughn
August 23, 2018
As two Encinitas governing bodies prepare to hold their first elections by district this November, candidates and other officials are weighing the issue of respecting defined community interests versus the broader regions they represent.
Local educators, state rep lukewarm on proposed online community college
Joel Vaughn
July 6, 2018
A state online community college may be just over the horizon, though local faculty and elected officials aren’t quite sure if it’s entirely necessary. (Audio story included)
