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State Route 56: Road to Riches? - July 2004

In this special news report, The Daily Transcript takes a look at how this long-awaited, $220 million freeway will impact North County. We'll review the sometimes troubled journey to its completion and provide details of the July 17 ribbon-cutting celebration.

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Freeway's economic impact wide open

On Saturday, government officials, business leaders, local residents, a ribbon, and a pair of scissors will be on hand to celebrate the completion of state Route 56.

New freeway could help boost value to adjacent homes

The opening of state Route 56 is bound to make adjacent communities? livability more desirable, San Diego County real estate experts predict. Access to the Interstate corridor probably means a boost to home values in the area.

State Route 56 facts

Overall goals

Get your kicks on SR 56

Anyone who has ever felt the urge to ride their bike on an empty freeway can participate in the three-mile community bike ride on the newly completed section of state Route 56 Saturday morning at 10:30.

Route 56 opening a time for celebration, more planning

Local officials remember the potholes that came up on the way to a completed state Route 56 and they're already making plans to repair new ones.

Developers hoping for a fix on opening last leg of state Route 56

After the better part of two decades of planning, litigation and other turmoil, the final leg of state Route 56 is slated to open the weekend of July 17.

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Solar installation in La Mesa with Sullivan Solar

March 20, 2013 -- Reporter James Palen goes onsite for a look at a solar installation at a La Mesa home, and takes a look at the various and expanding options for potential residential solar customers. Sullivan Solar explains what people thinking of going solar can expect and how they can make the change to an affordable one.

USS Ronald Reagan returns home

March 21, 2013 -- The USS Ronald Reagan arrived at Naval Air Station North Island on Thursday, after a 14-month stay in the Pacific Northwest for $218 million in repairs and upgrades. Reporter Carlos Rico was at Naval Base Coronado to get the details.

David Stevens on housing market improvement

Feb. 4, 2013 -- George Chamberlin speaks with David Stevens, president and CEO of the Mortgage Bankers Association, about signs of an improvement in the housing market in 2013, from a shortage of housing inventory to increasing demand in the multifamily market.