San Diego
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San Diego is a cultural, educational, and medical and scientific research center; a major port and naval base; and home of the San Diego Zoo.
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He transferred to San Diego State this past year and has grown into his body, becoming faster and stronger at just 20 years old.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026
In some San Diego area beaches, Guidera says, queer representation can still feel like an anomaly.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026
The senior running back and veritable rock star shredded the San Diego State defense with three touchdown runs of 8, 7 and 36 yards.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2026
Bachteler moved from San Diego to join Burnley's coaching staff in December 2025 and after a few weeks she thought jet lag and a busy schedule had led to a common cold.
From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2026
They took us to Camp Elliott, a little north of San Diego.
From "Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two" by Joseph Bruchac
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