Dr. Kwane Stewart, a veterinarian caring for the pets of the homeless, has been named the 2023 CNN Hero of the Year, receiving a $100,000 prize and additional support from The Elevate Prize Foundation.

UC San Diego Health has acquired Alvarado Hospital Medical Center for $200 million, expanding its healthcare network and planning upgrades, including a dedicated patient care tower.

The article discusses the varying weather conditions forecasted for Southern California, with cooler temperatures, potential fog, and a weak trough of low pressure increasing onshore flow.

San Diego County officials have issued beach closures and advisories due to high bacteria levels, with areas affected including Imperial Beach and the Tijuana Slough Shoreline.

San Diego plans to develop an entertainment district on East Harbor Island, featuring a Topgolf venue and various 'eatertainment' outlets, approved by the Board of Port Commissioners.

The Coast Guard reminds participants of San Diego's holiday Parade of Lights to prioritize safety, as one-third of boating fatalities are due to substance influence. They advise vigilance, life jackets, and carrying emergency communication devices.

Southern California is facing strong Santa Ana winds this weekend, leading to elevated fire weather conditions. A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for parts of the Inland Empire, warning of low humidity and possible wildfires.

San Diego Superior Court warns of a scam where fraudsters pose as court officials, falsely claiming citizens owe money for missed jury duty or fines and urging them to pay via money orders.

Carl DeMaio, a conservative radio host, is running for California's 75th Assembly District, aiming to reform the GOP and challenge the Democratic majority in the state.

Winston, a 51-year-old silverback gorilla at San Diego Zoo Safari Park, received a heart monitor after showing signs of heart disease and recovered from COVID-19 with specialized care.

SDFD crews extinguished a fire within a home at 14070 Condesa Dr., leaving three adults displaced, with damages worth $400,000. No injuries were reported and the blaze was ruled accidental.

Carne y Hueso, a new Mexican restaurant, will open in North Park, San Diego, in Spring 2024, focusing on authentic regional Mexican cuisine and indigenous cooking methods.

New chef Anthony Wells heads La Jollas Sea Sky, opening January 2024.