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Schwarzenegger: 'Stop Lying to the People'

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Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger spoke Tuesday with Gov. Jerry Brown about the Paris Climate Accord and how cities and states across the U.S. are still committed despite the Trump Administration decision to withdraw from the multi-nation agreement.


Brown to Extend Calif. Climate Change Bill

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Gov. Jerry Brown is set to sign legislation Tuesday keeping alive California's signature initiative to fight global warming, which puts a cap and a price on climate-changing emissions.

The Democratic governor will be joined by his celebrity predecessor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, who signed the 2006 bill that led to the creation of the nation's only cap and trade system to reduce greenhouse gases in all industries.

The program has become closely watched around the world, promoted by Schwarzenegger and Brown alike a successful way to reduce emissions that hasn't taken the steam out of California's thriving economy.

Brown's signature will add 10 years to the program, which had been scheduled to expire in 2020. It follows a frenetic push by Brown and his legislative allies to craft a plan that businesses and environmentalists would both find acceptable.

In the end, the extension was supported by a wide range of business and environmental groups that said it's the most cost-effective way to combat climate change. But it met fierce opposition from environmental justice groups that said it's riddled with giveaways to the oil industry, including too many free pollution permits.

Schwarzenegger signed a bill in 2006 that authorized state environmental regulators to create a cap and trade program, but the authorization would have expired in 2020 without action from lawmakers.

After the extension passed, Schwarzenegger highlighted the support from eight Republican lawmakers, saying they've shown that the GOP can get behind free-market solutions to climate change.

Schwarzenegger's bill required the state to reduce its carbon emissions to 1990 levels by 2020 — a target the state is on track to meet. Legislation approved last year set a new, much more aggressive goal to reduce emissions another 40 percent by 2030.

Cap and trade puts a limit on carbon emissions and requires polluters to obtain permits to release greenhouse gases. Some permits, known as allowances, are given away while others are auctioned, generating billions of dollars in revenue for the state. The money is a key funding source for a high-speed train between San Francisco and Los Angeles, one of Brown's top priorities.

The governor's office said he'll sign separate legislation tied to the cap and trade extension later this week. That includes a bill that could give Republicans more say in spending the money and another to improve efforts to monitor and clean up the air around some of the dirtiest sources of pollution, such as oil refineries.



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Police Search Unlicensed Pot Shop in Normal Heights

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Police served a warrant at an unlicensed marijuana dispensary in Normal Heights Tuesday.

SDPD officers searched an office building on Mansfield Street near Adams Avenue, located near a school around 9:30 a.m.

One witness saw officers carrying boxes, computers and glass vials out of the building.

Another neighbor, Delia Silva, lives across the street from the dispensary. She told NBC 7 that people have knocked on her door, thinking the clinic is there.

Silva said the place used to be an appliance store but changed to an illegal dispensary a few months ago. She doesn't feel safe letting her grandchildren go outside to play because of the dispensary.

No further information was immediately available.



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San Ysidro Park Receives Major Upgrades

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Major improvements have been made to the San Ysidro park as part of the mayor's push to develop every neighborhood in San Diego.

Mayor Kevin Faulconer will be joined Wednesday by Councilmember David Alvarez and community members to celebrate the completion of a nearly $1.7 million improvement project at Larsen Athletic Field.

The enhancements were funded by a $1 million federal grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Faulconer also introduced major lighting improvements to the San Ysidro park in 2015.

Some improvements at the park include play equipment, drought-tolerant landscaping, picnic tables and benches, as well as additional parking and travel path upgrades to meet Americans with Disabilities Act standards.



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More Than 45K Without Power Across San Diego: SDGE

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More than 45,500 customers do not have power in a widespread outage affecting Central San Diego, according to SDG&E. 

Residents from San Diego's University Heights to North Park to Normal Heights to Old Town and Kensington neighborhoods do not have power, according to the SDG&E outage map

The outage is the result of a downed substation, according to SDG&E. 

Crews are currently assessing the outage to determine the cause. A map of the outages is available on their website.

Check back for updates on this developing story.



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Search for 2 Suspects Wanted for Encinitas Armed Robbery

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San Diego County Sheriff's officials (SDSO) are looking for two men wanted in connection with a commercial armed robbery in Encinitas. 

The robbery happened at approximately 5:30 a.m. Tuesday when two men entered a Shell gas station,  located at 865 Orpheus Avenue, deputies said. 

The clerk had just stepped away from the register when the suspects made their moves. 

The first suspect ran behind the counter and grabbed the register, filled with an undisclosed amount of money. 

The second suspect, armed with a shotgun, pointed it at the clerk as he was walking out of the stockroom.

Both suspects left the gas station and fled. 

The first suspect is described as a man in his 30s about 6 feet 1 inch tall and approximately 200 pounds. He has short brown hair. He was last seen wearing a black bandana, tan jacket, black jeans and black Converse shoes. 

The second suspect is described as a man in his 30s about 5 feet 10 inches tall and approximately 190 pounds with a shaved head. He was last seen wearing a black ski mask, tan khaki pants and white Converse shoes. The shotgun he was holding either had a red handle or red bandana wrapped around the handle. 

Anyone with information on the identity or location of the suspects is asked to call the North Coastal Sheriff's Station at (760) 966-3500 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at (888) 580-8477. Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to an arrest in this case.



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Flash Flood Warning Issued for East County San Diego

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The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for part of the East County until 5:45 p.m. 

Tennis Coach Accused of Molesting 2 Minors Arrested

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A tennis coach suspected of molesting two minors who took lessons from him in northern San Diego County was arrested Tuesday, said deputies.

Detectives from the Sheriff's Child Abuse Unit went to the coach's house around 1:45 p.m.

Nikolaos Philippoussis, 68, was arrested at his house in Mira Mesa, according to the San Diego County Sheriff's Department.

He faces multiple counts of lewd and lascivious acts with minors. Philippoussis worked as a personal tennis coach for the alleged victims.

An investigation is ongoing at this time. Anyone with information was asked to call the San Diego County Sheriff's Department at (858)974-2310.


The Old Globe Names New Managing Director

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Timothy J. Shields, a respected arts leader, has been appointed the managing director of The Old Globe, the Board of Directors announced Tuesday. 

Shields, the current managing director at McCarter Theatre Center in Princeton, NJ., will take over in October and work with Erna Finci Viterbi Artistic Director Barry Edelstein to lead the iconic theater.

"I feel extraordinarily privileged to join an institution with the stellar reputation that the Globe has, and I relish the opportunity to partner with Artistic Director Barry Edelstein to continue building the Globe’s reputation for artistic excellence and community impact," Shields said in a statement.

Shields served for eight years as the managing director at the McCarter Theatre Center. He worked from 1983 to 1992 as the center's business manager and general manager. 

He has also served as the managing director of the Milwaukee Repertory Theater for 10 years and the managing director at Geva Theatre Center in Rochester, New York, for six years.

Edelstein said Shields' work has distinguished him as one of the most accomplished executives to helm not-for-profit theaters. 

"Tim’s leadership has been transformational at each wonderful company he’s run, and his contributions at the national level have been equally great," Edelstein said in a statement. "He is a thoughtful, distinguished, and kind man whose positivity and optimism will impact not only the Globe, but also our city’s entire arts community."



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Man Arrested For Burglary Tools Says It's A Walking Stick

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Raymond Wiley, 66, of Encanto was walking near Imperial Avenue around six in the morning Friday when he was stopped by a San Diego police officer.

"I try to get out and walk five times a week," said Wiley. "I carry a wooden stick with me because I've been attacked by dogs before."

Wiley said the officer told him to drop the stick. He then asked if he could search Wiley after learning he was on federal parole for a narcotics charge.

The officer searched Wiley and found a key in his pocket that Wiley said is for his granddaughter's car.

The San Diego Police Department said the key was shaved, or ground down on each side and made into a masterkey that could be used to break into cars. 

"I told him, 'you're going to take my stick,'" Wiley said. "He said, 'no, I'm taking you. You're coming with me downtown.'"

Police arrested Wiley on charges of felony possession of a leaded cane and burglary tools for the key.

According to officers, Wiley had been looking into cars and casing them before the officer stopped and searched him.

Police also said they found rubber gloves on Wiley. Wiley said he had the gloves on him to use at work after his walk.He added he is a scrapper, or someone who collects scrap metal for profit.

Wiley was taken to jail on $20,000 bail. The National Action Network said they raised $2,000 to get Wiley out of jail Friday night. He was released early Saturday morning, they added.

Wiley's arraignment is scheduled for July 31. The National Action Network said they want to see the charges against him dropped.


One Arrested, Several Pounds of Narcotics Seized in Nestor

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One person was arrested and several pounds of narcotics were discovered inside a home in the Nestor area of San Diego Tuesday morning after deputies served a search warrant, the San Diego County Sherrif's Department (SDSO) confirmed.

The SDSO Border Crime Suppression Team conducted the search warrant at approximately 10:30 a.m. on the 3000 block of Brando Drive near Valentino Street.

More than 12 pounds of methamphetamine, eight pounds of heroin and steroids were discovered inside the home.

Video appeared to show a woman being taken into custody at the scene.

According to SDSO, as per protocol, a Border Patrol agent was present at the location but there was no action taken in regards to the immigration status of the suspects involved.

The Drug Endangered Children (DEC) was also called out to the scene due to children being present in the home. 

No other information was given.



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Online Shopping Thefts Rising Across San Diego County: SDSO

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Deputies warned the public that online shopping thefts are rising across San Diego County, after a woman was caught stealing a package on surveillance cameras.

The Sheriff’s Department warns it's important to have someone at home when the package arrives. If your delivery is ever stolen from your front porch, file a report. As more people shop online, more thefts are happening all over the county.

A woman in Spring Valley was caught on surveillance cameras stealing a package from someone’s front door. Deputies said the package was dropped off less than two minutes before she took it.

Some thieves will follow delivery trucks and steal packages once they leave, explained deputies. These thefts have prompted some online shoppers to pay for an external mailbox that can store the delivery securely. This way they know the package is secure.

“I have people here in the neighborhood who prefer to just shop Amazon,” Chris Stokes, the owner of Mail Station in Mission Hills said. "They say they don’t want to go to a store again.”

Stokes said on any given day his store is filled with Amazon deliveries he saves for his customers.

“We’re happy to provide the service and things work out pretty well," said Stokes.

When asked about stolen deliveries, Amazon released the following statement:

“The vast majority of deliveries make it to customers without issue. In the rare case something occurs, we work with customers directly to make it right.”



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Naval Aviator Embezzles $124K in Funds for Naval Servicemen

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A naval aviator admitted in federal court Tuesday to embezzling $124,000 in charity funds intended for the families of naval servicemen, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.

Decorated Naval Veteran Anthony Ventura, 71, used his position as a treasurer of the Distinguished Flying Cross Society (DFCS) to steal the funds, said U.S. Attorney Alana Robinson. He had a distinguished military career, flying numerous combat missions in Vietnam.

DFCS is a national society that awards aviators and aircrew for heroism or extraordinary achievement in their aerial flights, said Robinson.

From July 2012 through January 2016, Ventura worked as a treasurer for the organization. He had control over all their finances. After a few years, he lost a significant amount of his personal money due to a series of unfortunate business decisions, said Robinson.

After filing for personal bankruptcy in 2014, he opened up a bank account that he concealed from the DFCS. He then transferred $124,000 of their assets into his account.

He used these funds to maintain an extravagant lifestyle. That included about $30,000 to run his personal horse stable, $67,000 to purchase stocks and bonds and $25,600 in cash withdrawals for personal living expenses.

In order to conceal and disguise the theft, he made fake quarterly financial summaries for the DFCS Board of Directors, said Robinson.

Ventura also filed a false Charitable Organization Tax Form that claimed the DFCS had $148,049 in funds, when it really only had $15,810 because he stole most of the money.

The defendant was previously awarded the Vietnam Service Medal, the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Bronze Star and the Distinguished Flying Cross, said Robinson. After his military career, he worked as a Senior Vice President of Wachova Securities.

Ventura faces charges of wire fraud and filing a false tax return. If convicted, he faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison for the wire fraud charge and three years for the false return. Each charge carries a separate fine up to $250,000.



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Valley Center Man Pays for Driveway Work Never Finished

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“Two broken shovels, that’s what they left behind,” Harry McKinlay said. 

Harry said that’s all he got after paying $800 for repairs to his driveway. It began last September when Harry said he had a knock on his front door. 

“They come out and they asked us if they can do your driveway, looking for business,” Harry said. 

Harry said a man named Nikko Stanley introduced himself and said he noticed Harry’s driveway could use some work. Nikko ran a business called Expert Asphalt and Harry said that’s when the pitch started. 

“He was going to fill in the cracks, power-wash the driveway, fix the repair in the driveway where the tree stump had pushed up,” Harry said. 

Harry says Nikko showed him his business card, had a contract written up and let Harry scan his driver’s license for reassurance. Nikko then told Harry he could start the work right away. Harry left a check in the mailbox for $800 but what happened next wasn’t so smooth. 

“He started up in this corner, not a very good job as you can see,” Harry said. 

Harry said Nikko returned the next day but only did a small portion of the work. After Nikko cashed the check, Harry said the work came to a grinding halt. 

“Initially I could contact him and he’d say, ‘I’m coming Wednesday’ and Wednesday would come, then ‘I’m coming Friday’ and Friday would come,” Harry said, “Gradually I would try to phone him and he wouldn’t answer.” 

Eventually, Harry said Nikko stopped answering his calls and texts so Harry turned to NBC 7 Responds for help. 

Since NBC 7 Responds spoke with Harry in March, our team has tried to reach Nikko Stanley and Expert Asphalt. After a few months, the phone numbers Nikko gave Harry were disconnected. 

Harry said he tried to file a report with the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department but deputies told him this would be considered a civil matter and they would not investigate. 

According to Rick Lopes, a spokesperson for the California Contractor’s State License Board, Nikko Stanley is not a licensed contractor nor has he been in the past. Lopes said the board has received multiple complaints, some Lopes tells us have been referred to the San Diego County District Attorney’s office for possible prosecution. 

Michael Sedio with the Better Business Bureau of San Diego said complaints centered around home improvement problems ranked #1 among BBB complaints, according to an analysis of the group’s complaint system. 

“Everybody wants a good deal and there’s nothing wrong with that,” Michael said, “But you can’t let your hunt for a good deal blind you to the realities of the transaction.” 

So what can consumers do to protect themselves from becoming a home improvement victim? Michael offered these tips: 


  • Hit the brakes and do your research. If someone approaches you with a good deal, often times the deal will be around the next day if it’s legitimate. Take the time to check license statuses or the complaint history for the company you want to do business with. 

  • Always get three bids on a job, especially when someone approaches you with an offer. Not only does it help you find the better deal, it will also assist with your research. 

  • Never pay for the entire job up-front. Under California law, it’s illegal for a business to take 100% upfront. The most a business can accept prior to finishing a job is 10% or $1,000, whichever is less.


Police Arrest Suspect Wanted in Connection With Homicide: PD

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La Mesa police and San Diego police have arrested a suspect wanted in connection with a homicide, authorities confirmed. 

La Mesa police first began to pursue the homicide suspect Tuesday evening, though it is unclear where the pursuit began. 

When police get in touch with the suspect, the suspect fled on foot. 

La Mesa police asked San Diego police to aid in the arrest.

SDPD officers arrested the suspect in the 4300 block of 50th Street. NBC 7 is working to learn more about which homicide the suspect is wanted for. Police have not disclosed what homicide the suspect is wanted in connection with. 

No other information was available.

Please refresh this page for updates on this story. Details may change as more information becomes available.


For SD Native, a Personal Journey Home with 'Book of Mormon'

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For "Book of Mormon" cast member and San Diego native Jacob Haren, stepping onto the stage at the San Diego Civic Theatre is a dream come true, one he has dreamed of ever since he was a little kid sitting in the audience.

"I just remember being a little kid, sitting in those seats, and never knowing if I was going to be good enough to be in a show like that, and wanting to be like those performers so badly," Haren told NBC 7.


Haren, born and raised in San Diego's North County, spent most summers performing in Vista's Moonlight Stage Productions. The Westview High School graduate has performed at theaters across the County, including "The Old Globe", but it was a La Jolla Playhouse musical that changed his life: "Up Here".

The musical, written by Bobby Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez ("Frozen"), first had its world premiere at the Playhouse in the fall of 2015. 

It was during that production that Haren met Bobby Lopez, who approached him about "Book of Mormon", the musical he had co-written music and lyrics several years before.

"Book of Mormon" follows two Mormon missionaries as they travel to Africa to preach the Mormon religion. The musical comedy is written by "South Park" creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker.

"On opening night (Bobby) just kind of looked at me and said, 'You know, next thing we gotta do is we gotta get you in for 'Book of Mormon,''" Haren recalled. "But I just kind of thought to myself, yeah sure."

"You just never know if they really mean it or if they're trying to be nice," Haren added.

But two days later, Haren said, he received an email asking him to make a tape for the show. At the time, he did not think much of it. 

"In fact, I was making a tape for another show at the time," Haren said. "I made two tapes in between shows one day on a Saturday at La Jolla and I actually didn't spend very much time on the Mormon one because I was it was more likely the other one was going to happen."

A week later, at the Playhouse, Haren told Lopez he had submitted the tape for the show. 

"Bobby was at the show and I was saying hi," Haren said. "I was like, hey just so you know I made that tape for Mormon, and he said, yeah, and I hear you're getting an offer."

The news left him so shocked, he was not sure he had not heard him properly, Haren said.

"I actually literally asked him, 'What? what did you say?' and he's like, I hear you're getting an offer and I was like, um, okay," Haren said, completely shocked.

"So for those three days, the whole time was like, was he just saying that, or am I actually going to get it?" Haren recalled.

But three days later, "Book of Mormon" officials offered the San Diego native a spot on the touring production --- an unexpected dream come true. 


"Of course, I had grown up seeing national tours and thinking it would be amazing to be in one one day, but especially with the way that 'Mormon' happened, I just had no idea that that's the way it was going to go," Haren said.

The North County resident was no stranger to "Book of Mormon" when he signed the contract for the tour. He was in New York City when the show first came out and still remembers reading Ben Brantley's New York Times review of the show, which called it the "musical of the century". 

Haren waited three hours for standing room tickets to see the original Broadway cast. 

"I just absolutely loved it," Haren recalled. "I just cried through the whole thing, because it's such a joyous show and its music that's infectious and fills your spirit."

San Diegans heading to see the show will first recognize Haren in the show's opening number, when he belts the word "Hello" as Elder White. He later gets sent to France, and you'll see him again in Uganda. 

For Haren, the unique part about doing the show each night is the play's combination of well-known hits (thanks in large part to the show's commercial success) and the message it sends. 

"I feel like I really am making a small difference every night," Haren said. "It's a beautiful story about faith and I think of it as being a gigantic discussion on so many important issues."

Haren, with the show for nearly two years now, will for the first time perform at the Civic Theater this week. The tour that came to San Diego the past two years has since gone to Australia; this will be the first time this particular touring production will be stopping in San Diego.

It will be a homecoming of sorts for Haren, who will play his last eight shows with the tour in San Diego before departing.  

"I have no idea what I'm even going to feel when I walk into that theater today," Haren said on Tuesday, before the first performance. 

It's a surreal experience, Haren said, but in many ways, it feels like just another show he will be performing in San Diego, one of many he has performed in this city over the years. 

"I have the same family and friends coming to see me that saw me in The Ugly Duckling in "Honk," the youth production I did when I was 11," Haren said. "I think that is really cool because those experiences I had as a child as just as important as the 'Book of Mormon.'"

As a young boy growing up in San Diego, Haren said, he did not make it out to New York City to see a show until he was 21 years old. 

The Civic Theater was his Broadway, and the theater holds a special place in his heart. 

"I feel like I'm on Broadway at this theater," Haren said. "It almost might be a bigger deal to me doing this tour in San Diego than if I were to ever make my Broadway debut one day."

"Book of Mormon" runs through July 30 at the San Diego Civic Theater. To purchase tickets, click here. 


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San Diegans Share Concerns Over Healthcare Coverage

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Covered California is warning that under the Republican-proposed Better Care Reconciliation Act, deductibles would skyrocket and instability in the national healthcare arena could threaten rates in the state.

Though some experts say it is still too early to tell what will happen going forward, many San Diegans are concerned about their health care coverage. 

One woman, who did not want to be identified, told NBC 7 that she only has health care coverage because of the Affordable Care Act.

Her message to lawmakers: “Keep us healthy and safe."

In San Diego's East County, Sen. Joel Anderson (R-38th Dist.) told NBC 7 that many his constituents are concerned about the cost of healthcare.

Some who had insurance in the past cannot afford it anymore under Obamacare, he said.

"Of course, I think we should have access to healthcare," Anderson said. "But it's got to be in a balanced way that lifts everybody -- it's not just focused on taking from the middle class to give to the poor."

But in wake of the possible instability, health centers, like City Heights' La Maestra Health Center, are stepping up as much as possible to try and help residents. The center provides medical, dental and mental health services for anyone in need, regardless of their health care coverage. 

Director of Development Corrine Knutson told NBC 7 that the center is preparing to double their capacity. 

"Because we can see such a need in our community, so we can't turn a blind eye to our patients," Knutson said.

But in the meantime, all eyes are on the nation's capitol to see what lawmakers will do as they move forward to repeal and possibly replace Obamacare.



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Chipotle Says Norovirus Outbreak Due to Lax Sick Policy

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Chipotle Mexican Grill said Tuesday that the recent norovirus outbreak in a Virginia restaurant was due to a lax enforcement of the company's sick policy, CNBC reported.

"We conducted a thorough investigation, and it revealed that our leadership there didn't strictly adhere to our company protocols," CEO Steve Ells said, adding that the restaurants should have been more aware of employee health issues.

Last week, tests confirmed that a customer who ate at a Chipotle in Sterling, Virginia, contracted norovirus. The Wall Street Journal reported that 133 diners reported being sickened as well, though their cases were not confirmed as norovirus.

It has been about two years since an E. coli outbreak rattled the food chain. In Oct. and Dec. 2015, at least 60 people were infected with the illness after eating at locations across the country. At least 22 people were hospitalized.



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Chargers Workout Robert Griffin III

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The Los Angeles Chargers start training camp on Sunday July 30 at Jack Hammett Sports Complex in Costa Mesa. The team has been fortunate for the last 11 seasons. Even though quarterback Philip Rivers has never missed a game in that time span, there is a problem with their backup situation. Rivers has never had a backup the team can put on the field with confidence if he gets hurt. It looks like the team is trying to change that for the 2017 season. On Tuesday, July 25 the Chargers worked out quarterback Robert Griffin III, aka RG3.

Griffin III took the Redskins to the playoffs in his rookie year. The team’s confidence in him was sky high after giving up three years of first round picks to the Rams for the second pick in the 2012 draft. Things took a turn when his knee gave out in the wild card game against the Seahawks that season. In 2016, after a lot of drama, Griffin III was released. Several reports blamed his ongoing injuries and his conflicts with Coach Jay Gruden. After signing with the Cleveland Browns for the season, things didn’t go as RG3 hoped. He was injured all season and his team finished the year with a 1-15 record. Their only win, ironically came against the Chargers in week 16.

RG3 has been in Florida all offseason working out with his former offensive coordinator Pep Hamilton. Griffin III is a mobile quarterback. That mobility is something Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn is used to. Lynn was able to get the most out of Buffalo Bills quarterback Tyrod Taylor last season as the interim coach.

The addition of RG3 would automatically boost the Chargers back up situation. This is not a knock on Kellen Clemens, who has been the Chargers back up for two seasons and re-signed on a one-year deal in March. Clemens and Rivers are said to be good friends, but this is a business and Coach Lynn knows that you are only as good as your depth.

All RG3 needs is a head coach to believe in him. Lynn, who is says he is tough but fair, might be that coach. If Lynn is able to get the best out of Griffin III then the Chargers will have a formidable back up learning under Rivers. The opportunity to work with the Bolts great might just be enough to help rekindle his career.

According to ESPN’s Josina Anderson the Chargers were optimistic about the workout with RG3 and wanted to make sure he’s healthy. The team will reportedly continue their talks with Griffin III in the coming weeks.


Sharks Surface at U.S. Post Offices With Forever Stamps

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While many Americans have been glued to the TV this week to celebrate the mystique of sharks, they can now honor the ocean predators at the post office too.

The new Sharks Forever stamps debut Wednesday, the U.S. Postal Service announced in a statement. "To celebrate the wonder of sharks," the USPS said, the stamps will feature five species that inhabit American waters: the mako, thresher, great white, hammerhead and whale sharks.

The USPS said the campaign is also an effort to drum up support for the protection of marine life.

"While sharks may be scary to some, the prospect of a world without sharks is truly frightening," said USPS Executive Vice President Jeffrey Williamson. "We hope the stamps unveiled today help highlight the need for shark conservation and a greater respect and admiration for these incredible animals."

New York-based artist Sam Weber illustrated the striking images for the stamps. The USPS said he used real photographs of the beasts for reference.

The mysterious image of the great white is based on a photograph by Norb Wu, Central California's KSBW reported. The underwater photographer told the station he snapped the photo off Mexico at Guadalupe Island, a world-renowned spot for sharks.

The issuing ceremony for the stamps will be held Wednesday morning in Kentucky at the Newport Aquarium, which has been celebrating Discovery Channel's infamous Shark Week with special events. 

“This Postal Service initiative is a great thrill for conservation-minded shark lovers everywhere,” said Nicholas Whitney, a senior research scientist at the aquarium. “It should inspire everyone to support science-based management of these animals so that we can have sharks forever in our oceans, as well as on our envelopes.”



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