Imperial Beach|News|
Coming Soon: South Bay Power Plant Implosion
The power plant, which operated for about 50 years, is scheduled to be taken down by explosives next month.
Khari Johnson, Patch Staff
Khari Johnson, Patch Staff
- Imperial Beach, CA
khari.johnson@patch.com
Phone
619-922-2735
Birthday
Feb. 2
Bio
Khari Johnson is the local editor of Imperial Beach Patch and La Mesa Patch. He was raised in San Diego's East County and graduated from San Francisco State University with a degree in print and online journalism. He has worked for newspapers, magazines and news websites in the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, Colorado Springs and south Florida.
Shortly before joining Patch in August 2010 Khari was a freelance writer, photographer and video producer for startup online news publications like eastcountymagazine.org, San Diego News Network and The People's Post, a collaboration between the Media Arts Center of San Diego and voiceofsandiego.org. He also routinely took pictures for nonprofit and civic organizations, musicians, churches and other clients.
Politics
How would you describe your political beliefs?
I reject the idea that political party must equate to certain political beliefs.
Politicians may lead us to believe otherwise but that's not how people live their lives or how they should form their opinions. Political philosophy is relevant but so is a person's life experiences which create perspectives and point of view. My views typically lean to the left, but I follow reason and rationale.
Education should always be a priority.
Are you registered with a certain party?
I'm not sure but I have registered as a Democrat in the past.
Religion
I try to observe virtues Christianity taught me like humility, social justice and loving your neighbor.
Posting Activity
Imperial Beach|News|
Vandalism at Ye Olde Plank Inn, Embezzlement from Elder in Sheriff's Blotter
Find out where and when crimes occurred in Imperial Beach in the past week.
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Imperial Beach|News|
Former IB Border Agent Gets Prison for Child Porn, Selling Gear on eBay
Rodolfo Zuniga was sentenced to more than three years in prison Monday for selling about $10,000 worth of Border Patrol equipment on eBay and possession of child porn.
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Imperial Beach|News|
Cold Nights Deplete Supplies for Homeless; Donations Needed
Frigid nights near or below freezing temperatures have depleted supplies of blankets, jackets, socks and plastic sheets, a homeless advocate said.
Khari Johnson, Patch Staff
Imperial Beach|News|
Family Poisoned by Carbon Monoxide Brought to Hospital
The family called 911 around noon complaining of flu-like symptoms, an Imperial Beach firefighter said.
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Imperial Beach|News|
IB Property Value Sees 6% Increase in 2012
Like other housing markets, Imperial Beach homes and condominiums increased in value in 2012.
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Imperial Beach|News|
Navy Toxic Soil Removal to Begin in March
The soil will be moved primarily during spring break to avoid exposing children to hydrocarbons and metals like lead and arsenic.
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Imperial Beach|News|
After Shotgun Blast, Buck the Sea Lion Returns to Ocean
After three months of rehab, Buck was released in Imperial Beach by SeaWorld Animal Rescue.
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Imperial Beach|News|
Suspicious Death Ruled Accident, Not Homicide
An autopsy ruled Corinna West's death that took place in November 2012 an accident. The cause of death was drugs and alcohol.
Khari Johnson, Patch Staff
Imperial Beach|News|
Highest Tide of Year Hits; Flooding Continues for Seacoast Residents
Efforts by the city and SANDAG to stop water from penetrating beachfront properties have not worked, residents said. Heavy equipment will return to the beach this weekend as the highest tide of 2013 hits the IB shoreline.
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Imperial Beach|News|
Child on Bike Hit by Car on State Route 75
A child on a bike was hit by a car late Tuesday evening. One or more lanes of traffic may have been shut down as a result.
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Imperial Beach|News|
Is $30K Too Much for Big Bay Boom in IB?
IB can keep its largest event of the year if the city comes up with about $30,000, said Big Bay Boom Executive Director Sandy Purdon.
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Imperial Beach|News|
Possession of Burglary Tools in Sheriff's Blotter
Since the start of 2013, 16 people were arrested for allegedly committing crimes in IB ranging from theft, drug possession and other crimes in the past week.
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Imperial Beach|News|
Panda Cub to Make Public View Debut This Week
The "little gift" Xiao Liwu will be available for public view Thursday.
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Imperial Beach|News|
Facing Corruption Charges, South Bay School Board Officials Appear in Court
Contractors and South Bay school board officials were indicted on charges they took gifts and money for multimillion-dollar school construction contracts. Four of five current Sweetwater Union High School District board members are among the accused.
Khari Johnson, Patch Staff
Imperial Beach|News|
Picture Puzzle: What Is This?
Guess the picture, win a prize.
Khari Johnson, Patch Staff
Coronado, CA|News|
Rare Peregrine Falcon Among Recent Bird Sightings in Estuary
More than 125 bird species have been spotted in the area in the past week, according to eBird.org.
Khari Johnson, Patch Staff
Imperial Beach|News|
Homes and Condos for Sale in Imperial Beach
Properties are on Grove Avenue, Calla Avenue, Seacoast Drive, Georgia Street and Elm Avenue.
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Imperial Beach|News|
Vargas, Peters Sworn into Congress
Scott Peters and Juan Vargas were sworn into the 113th Congress Thursday. The Democrats are new additions to San Diego's five-member congressional delegation.
Khari Johnson, Patch Staff
Imperial Beach|News|
Peregrine Falcon and Other Recent Bird Sightings in Imperial Beach
More than 125 bird species have been spotted in the area in the past week, according to eBird.org.
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