A new cafe named Bica brings Portuguese-inspired cuisine to San Diego's Normal Heights, offering locally sourced, seasonal fare and events that foster community engagement.

A fire broke out at Marisi Italian restaurant in La Jolla, causing it to temporarily close. Firefighters contained the damage within 20 minutes, and no injuries occurred.

Southern California is experiencing cooler temperatures with a chance of precipitation, gusty winds in certain areas, and a gradual warm-up forecasted by the weekend.

A dead crow in San Diego tested positive for West Nile virus, prompting health officials to urge the public to eliminate standing water and follow other preventive guidelines.

Recent arrests in El Cajon led by local police have targeted individuals distributing fentanyl, including a 20-year-old with a history of theft and a 35-year-old man with past offenses.

Andrew Joseph Garcia received a 47-years-to-life sentence after pleading guilty to the attempted murder of a police officer and other charges, following a high-speed chase and shootout in 2022.

San Diego police forcefully subdued a man near Omertà nightclub, stating it was necessary; he was later released with an obstruction citation. The incident video went viral, sparking debate over the use of force.

San Diego expands its Municipal Child Care Benefit Pilot Program, offering $200-$1,200 monthly for eligible city employee childcare, targeting households under 200% of state median income.

San Diego initiates an environmental review for a proposed zero-emission truck stop with charging stations, aligning with its clean air goals for the port area.

The San Diego Police Department arrested six people in Barrio Logan for crimes including extortion, assault, and burglary after a multi-agency investigation into gang activities.

San Diego's AquaFest offers a family-friendly pool party with free entry, featuring activities like an inflatable course and a foam party, plus safety demos and an emergency response drill.

September is National Recovery Month, and San Diego County's BHS encourages community participation to support those in mental health and addiction recovery.

Charles "Andy" Williams's parole was denied; he was responsible for the 2001 school shooting at Santana High School, causing 2 deaths and 13 injuries.