Southern California experiences severe weather, including strong winds and heavy rainfall, with forecasts predicting showers to decrease but possibly return around New Year's Day.

Operation Home for the Holidays led by California AG and SDHTTF resulted in 10 arrests and support for 19 people in efforts to combat human trafficking.

The National Weather Service in San Diego warns of heavy rain and strong winds due to an atmospheric river, affecting Southern California over the holiday, with potential flash flooding and travel disruptions.

San Diego crackdown on human trafficking leads to the recovery of 19 victims and the arrest of four men on charges including pimping, with efforts by a multi-agency task force.

A man barricaded inside a Spring Valley home prompted evacuations and a sheriff's SWAT response along Canyon Road. Negotiators later reported a subject in custody.

A driver was killed early Monday after his car slid into a parked dump truck on South El Camino Real near the San Diego–Orange County line. CHP is investigating and seeking witnesses.

The Sycuan Band has opened a new Dehesa health center that consolidates medical, dental, behavioral‑health and pharmacy services for tribal members and East County residents.

A deputy-involved shooting near the Imperial Beach Pier during the Pow Wow left one man dead. San Diego Police are leading an independent investigation as officials process the scene.

AIS Infrastructure says it landed about $2 billion in DHS/CBP border contracts, including a $483M San Diego package. Field crews are slated to mobilize in January 2026.

San Diego Police reported a deputy-involved fatal shooting of a knife-wielding individual near Imperial Beach Pier, with ongoing investigations by various agencies.

Monks from Gaden Shartse Monastery ended a weeklong North County tour at PHES Gallery, ceremonially sweeping away a four‑day sand mandala as a blessing and lesson in impermanence.

Valley Center deputies arrested Elijah Saiz and Desiree Seau, seizing stolen mail, an illegal shotgun, and narcotics during a probation search linked to a series of "porch pirate" thefts.

A student at Garden Road Elementary School created a threatening video featuring weapons, prompting an investigation by the San Diego Sheriff's Office. The threat was deemed not credible, with no ongoing danger to the school.