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hula Vista Mayor John McCann has announced that he is divesting himself from a real estate company he co-owns with his wife, Coronado Shores Co., after Voice of San Diego inquired about the firm's involvement in a $1 billion bayfront luxury condominium project. The project, Amara Bay, is currently under construction on the Chula Vista bayfront and is a key part of the city's redevelopment plan. McCann has been a strong supporter of the project during his two decades in office.

    When asked about Coronado Shores Co.'s apparent effort to do business under the Amara Bay name, McCann stated that he does not run the day-to-day operations of the company and has divested his ownership stake. However, McCann listed Coronado Shores Co. as a primary source of income on his most recent political disclosure form.

    The San Diego Unified School District's bond program is facing scrutiny from the San Diego County grand jury, which found that the district has not been transparent with voters about the use of bond funds. The grand jury criticized the district for using vague language in ballot summaries and failing to disclose how much debt was being accrued.

    In North County, homelessness rates have decreased slightly, according to a recent point-in-time count. However, some residents are concerned that larger developments in their neighborhoods will still move forward despite the repeal of Footnote 7, which had allowed for denser housing in certain areas.

    Voice of San Diego has launched a new video series on San Diego ecology, "A Root Awakening," which explores the challenges facing native bee populations in the region. The series aims to raise awareness about the importance of preserving natural habitats and reducing human impact on the environment.