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Scientists are revolutionizing cancer treatment with theranostics—smart, radioactive drugs that hunt and destroy tumors with pinpoint accuracy, slashing side effects. This evolving tech, already showing promise in tough-to-treat metastatic cancers, combines diagnosis and therapy like a precision-guided missile. Patients facing grim diagnoses now see real hope: more targeted care, better quality of...

SeaWorld San Diego is firing up summer with extended hours, live music, and a dazzling new nighttime parade—everything designed to turn this season into a blockbuster hit for families seeking unforgettable, high-energy memories. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary...

Celebrate ten years of vibrant community spirit at the Liberty Public Market — the heartbeat of downtown Liberty, now a beloved hub for food, crafts, live music, and family fun, all thanks to a decade of local love and bold vision. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summ...

Peak Energy is launching the first major U.S. sodium-ion battery factory in Sacramento, California, targeting the booming AI-driven energy storage market with a safer, cheaper alternative to lithium-ion. Their grid-scale batteries can handle high temps and compete with Tesla’s pricing, aiming to produce 4 gigawatt-hours annually—enough to power 4 million homes. Already shipping pilot units from Sa...

Celebrate ten years of flavor, crafts, and community at the Liberty Public Market—your go-to downtown hub that’s turned a whole neighborhood around with live music, family fun, and special deals all week long. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public re...

Coast Guard calls off search for missing fisherman after 38 hours and 280 square miles covered — but they’re still asking the public for help. The man, 5’4”, 180 lbs, last seen in a navy jacket, light shorts, and black shoes, remains unlocated. Authorities urge anyone with info to call 415-399-3451. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise o...

Arthur Kennedy, the quiet legend of Isla Vista, passed at 91 leaving behind a legacy of radical kindness, humor, and grassroots activism. A philosopher turned community builder, he shaped local life through tireless volunteer work, hilarious answering machine messages, and simple acts of generosity—like watering a neighbor’s garden that helped her son become a doctor. From founding food co-ops to...

Whales are dying at an alarming rate off the West Coast—60 already this year—with experts warning 2026 could shatter records. Gray whales are hit hardest by ship strikes and fishing gear entanglements, numbers likely higher than reported. Warming Arctic waters are starving them, forcing them into danger zones. Conservationists are demanding urgent action: slower ship speeds in whale zones and safe...

Slightly Stoopid just joined the star-studded lineup of the ONE805LIVE! benefit concert, set for September 25-26 next year at Kevin Costner’s Carpinteria estate. With over 20K fans and 3.5M monthly streams, the reggae-rock-blues fusion band brings high-energy vibes to a weekend already headlined by Pat Benatar, George Thorogood, The Fray, and more. All proceeds support Santa Barbara County first r...

A 23-month-old boy suffered a traumatic brain injury and permanent hearing loss after allegedly being dropped by a daycare worker at Bay Club El Segundo — a claim backed by surveillance footage that contradicts the club’s initial story. The father says he was misled, told his son “calmed down” after the fall, while hospital tests revealed the full extent of the harm. The family is suing for neglig...

Twenty-eight-year-old Harry Black just got 10 years in state prison after pleading no contest to voluntary manslaughter for killing 55-year-old James Earl Stephens — a man he’d just celebrated his anniversary with. The shooting erupted at a smoke shop in East Oakland when Black, wearing a ski mask, claimed Johnson stepped on his shoe, sparking a fight. Black testified he feared for his life and di...

Culver City is considering a bold move to ban new drive-thrus, sparking a heated debate over walkability, air quality, and accessibility. Residents fear a proposed In-N-Out could harm pedestrian safety and worsen pollution, prompting the city council to temporarily halt new permits. While proponents argue drive-thrus are vital for convenience—especially for people with disabilities and families—op...

San Diego Pride is just around the corner, but construction in Hillcrest is still causing headaches—this year’s parade will once again navigate ongoing work near Normal and Lincoln, part of a $28M project to upgrade infrastructure, bike lanes, and storm drains. While business owners and locals are frustrated, officials stress the phased nature of the work and are rerouting the parade to University...

At 1:30 AM in Escondido, firefighters raced to a blazing cell phone tower—flames shooting skyward. But safety came first: they waited until the tower was fully deenergized before tackling the fire. Thankfully, no one was hurt. Now, investigators are on the case, trying to determine whether this was an accident or something more sinister. The cause remains unknown, but the tower is out and the focu...

A tow truck driver, Jorge Arias Mayen, was critically shot while helping a stranded motorist on the 210 Freeway at 3 AM—leaving his family devastated and scrambling for support. The suspect fled, sparking a high-speed chase that ended in a fatal CHP shooting. Mayen, the sole provider for his wife and child, remains in ICU fighting for his life. His family has launched a fundraiser to help during t...

Waymo’s self-driving robotaxis are now hitting the streets of Sacramento, marking a major step toward driverless ridesharing — with human supervisors on hand, not behind the wheel. City leaders are optimistic this tech could slash accidents and reshape urban mobility, while Waymo’s recent wild ride over San Francisco fireworks proves the tech’s still learning. Public access? Still on the horizon....

Oakland names James Beere as its new permanent police chief, bringing 29 years of experience and a promise of stability, community-focused policing, and tech-driven safety strategies to lead the department through a critical transition. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news...

PayPal Park in San Jose is set to roar with música mexicana at its first-ever music festival, BelicoFest, on August 29 — a historic moment for the stadium, which has never hosted a concert since opening in 2015. Featuring headliners like Tito Double P, Gerardo Ortiz, and Santa Fe Klan, the event taps into San Jose’s booming regional Mexican music scene, fueled by the success of artists like Peso P...

A brand-new deep-sea fish has been discovered in the Pacific, glowing softly blue at depths over 2,000 feet—its bioluminescence likely used for communication or hunting. Found using cutting-edge submersibles, scientists have collected specimens for genetic and anatomical study, revealing it may belong to an entirely new genus. This discovery underscores how much remains unknown in Earth’s oceans,...

Taco chain co-owner Mariana Yeli Yepes Cigarroa faces murder charges after her employee Soledad Lopez was found burned inside her car at a South LA tow yard — allegedly tied to a disputed car accident settlement. Two others are also charged, with one fleeing the country; authorities are hunting him down. Prosecutors say it was a cold-blooded, meticulously planned crime, while defense teams insist...

A stalled $31.5 million homeless housing project in Cheviot Hills is sparking outrage as locals watch empty lots and unfinished units—amid a federal fraud probe targeting the property’s original seller, Steven Taylor, who allegedly flipped the land for a $16 million profit. While the Weingart Center, the developer, remains uncharged, neighborhood frustration mounts as officials delay completion un...

Chick-fil-A just dropped another location in Carmichael, CA—this one’s owned by Eric Mason, a seasoned Sacramento operator who’s been running the Madison Ave spot since 2015. The new spot at 7411 Fair Oaks Blvd is part of a hot expansion in the region, following recent openings in El Camino/Watt and Elk Grove. To celebrate, Chick-fil-A’s donating $25K to the Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services,...

Iconic Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler, famed for her powerhouse voice and global smash “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” has died at 75. Her family confirmed her sudden passing in Portugal while she was undergoing treatment for an illness. Tyler’s career, marked by Grammy nods, a Eurovision appearance, and collaborations with legends like Rod Stewart, was defined by her signature husky tone — forged after...

A newly discovered deep-sea fish, the phantom anglerfish, has stunned scientists off the coast of Chile, thriving at depths over five thousand feet with a glowing lure and translucent skin. Found by the Ocean Exploration Trust, this eerie predator offers fresh clues about life in the abyss—and why our oceans still hold countless mysteries waiting to be explored. Listen in comfort: Get a discount o...

Behind every blockbuster Disney ride lies a hidden powerhouse: Rando Productions, the small LA-based shop that’s quietly built the mechanical heart of Disneyland’s most iconic attractions. From spinning Kylo Ren in Rise of the Resistance to the breakaway walls in Spider-Man’s stunts, this team of engineers and creatives—started in 1983 with Rose Parade floats—has been crafting Disney’s immersive m...