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Another Jockey Tests Positive for the Coronavirus
Star jockey Flavien Prat tested positive for COVID-19 Sunday following a trip to Kentucky for a riding assignment, and will quarantine at his home for at least 10 days, Del Mar Thoroughbred Club officials confirmed.
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Retired Navy Admiral Celebrates 99th Birthday With Surprise Parade
A Navy veteran who used to land aircraft on carriers in the dead of night during WWII celebrated his 99th birthday Friday with a drive-by celebration in Del Mar, California. It was a milestone birthday for Admiral Don Shelton. Friends and families turned out by car to help celebrate. And although drive-by birthdays are about the only way to celebrate…
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Actor Scott Eastwood Accused of Claiming to Be Calif. City Worker, Dismantling Protest Signs
A video of Scott Eastwood, actor and son of Clint Eastwood, appears to show him attempting to dismantle a protester’s banner over the weekend in Del Mar.
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Former Test Administrator Pleads Guilty in College Admissions Scam
A former college exam proctor has pleaded guilty for his role in the sweeping college admissions scheme. Igor Dvorskiy, accused of accepting bribes to rig test scores, changed his plea during an appearance Wednesday in federal court in Boston. He was allegedly paid $200,000 to allow cheating on college entrance exams over a span of about two years. He agreed...
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New Haven Officer Justified in Use of Force in January Shooting: State's Attorney
The New Haven State’s Attorney’s Office has determined a New Haven officer who shot a suspect during a foot chase in New Haven in January was justified in his use of force.
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14th Parent Pleads Guilty in College Bribery Scheme
A Del Mar man has pleaded guilty for paying bribes to facilitate the admission of his children to the University of Southern California as a purported athletic recruit, federal officials said Friday.
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Del Mar Opening Day 2018: All The Fabulous and Fantastic Hats
For the past 24 years, Del Mar’s Opening Day has been all about the hats. Each year, hundreds of race track guests come to showcase their fanciest, most creative toppers. Here’s a look at the hats that caught our eye this year at the seaside track in San Diego’s North County.
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Triple Crown Winner Justify Under Observation
Triple Crown winner Justify has re-located to Del Mar where trainer Bob Baffert is keeping him under observation after swelling in his left front ankle emerged two weeks ago.
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Del Mar Suspends Turf Racing After Horse Injury
Del Mar racetrack officials have suspended turf races after another horse was seriously injured Thursday, bringing the total of race-related, equine injuries to eight since the season’s start.