Escondido Police seek help to find an assailant who slapped a store employee unprovoked, causing her to fall. They urge the public to contact them with information.

NWS San Diego warns of wind gusts up to 50 mph, a cooling trend, marine layer impacts on visibility, rough sea conditions near San Clemente Island, and increased surf with rip current risks.

John Stea was arrested at San Diego Airport for falsely reporting a bomb on Hawaiian Airlines Flight 15, prompting an extensive but ultimately threat-free search.

San Diego reports a 14% reduction in homelessness, with Mayor Gloria attributing success to the city's comprehensive strategy, including expanded shelters and new housing permits.

The Southern District of California's U.S. Attorney's Office filed 153 border-related cases in a week, including drug smuggling and illegal re-entry after deportation.

San Diego weather shifts from rain to sunshine, with temperatures rising above normal and a heatwave expected, bringing high temperatures to inland valleys and deserts.

Lillian Markowitz was sentenced to 24 months for defrauding surrogacy clients and must pay $389,142 in restitution.

Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival returns to San Diego's waterfront with a diverse lineup including Anderson .Paak, Khruangbin, and Janelle Monae, spanning May 16-18.

San Diego police shot a man wielding an axe after failing to comply with orders to drop the weapon; injuries not life-threatening. Investigation underway.

The San Diego Sheriff's Office investigates the death of a 31-year-old woman in custody, with a Sheriff statement detailing the incident and ongoing investigation.

U.S. DOJ charges Sinaloa Cartel leaders with narco-terrorism and seeks life imprisonment, labeling the cartel a Foreign Terrorist Organization and intensifying crackdowns on drug trade.

A Border Patrol K9 named Boo was airlifted for emergency care after a rattlesnake bite, with a helicopter landing in La Mesa for his swift transport to a vet.

San Diego Animal Services seized nine animals from a Julian wellness center amid neglect allegations, with the owner previously advised to provide veterinary care.