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The McCain Fire, triggered by a car crash, is now 87% contained after burning 1,595 acres in San Diego County. Firefighters continue to battle the blaze amid extreme heat.
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Nighttime pipeline construction for San Diego's Pure Water program begins at Clairemont Drive and Balboa Avenue, expected to cause delays and require detours for 10 days.
The San Diego Police seek help to find suspects of a violent assault in Pacific Beach, with released video footage to identify seven individuals involved.
San Diego completed 250 miles of road resurfacing, with plans for additional infrastructure investment in fiscal year 2025, improving street conditions citywide.
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A persistent heatwave in southern California is causing extremely high temperatures, according to the NWS, with forecasts predicting intense heat to continue into next week especially inland.
Four people died in a collision on I-5 near Las Pulgas Road, with a Jeep hitting the median, causing a crash with a van and motorcyclists. A CHP investigation is underway.
Retail & Industry in ...
OptumRx Inc. agrees to a $20 million settlement with the DEA over claims of mishandling opioid prescriptions, including filling dangerous "trinity" drug combinations.
A 77-year-old man suffered serious injuries after crashing his electric bike into a curb in Serra Mesa, San Diego. He was hospitalized with a cervical fracture and other wounds.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
San Diego's Drug Disposal Pilot Program distributed over 1200 pouches for safe disposal of opioids, with a $500,000 fund backing the initiative to tackle overdoses.
Two people were stabbed on Ocean Boulevard in San Diego; the male victim suffered life-threatening injuries. A group of teenagers is suspected, no arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.
A serious vehicle accident in Pacific Beach resulted in injuries, including a ruptured lung and diaphragm. The SDPD noted DUI symptoms in one driver. The CHP and SDPD are investigating.
A man was arrested in Poway after a SWAT standoff due to a violent incident with a box cutter; he's charged with assault with a deadly weapon and probation violation.
San Diego's Clairemont Mesa Blvd is being repaved, nearing the end of construction, as part of Mayor Todd Gloria's "Sexy Streets" initiative, aiming for a perfect road condition score.
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