An arbitrator ordered SANDAG to pay $1.7M to the lawyers for former finance director Lauren Warrem, adding to a prior award and raising fresh oversight questions. The decision follows allegations that a new tolling system mischarged thousands of SR‑125 drivers.

An appeals court ruling and state law changes give California employers stronger options — from workplace violence prevention plans to restraining orders — to protect staff.

San Diego warns hundreds of emergency voucher recipients could lose rental assistance this fall, with many households elderly, disabled or extremely low‑income. Officials say funds may run out by fall 2026.

A Spring Valley search warrant uncovered more than 20 firearms, suspected narcotics and a stolen Home Depot rental truck; a 34‑year‑old man was booked. Investigators say a fraud lab was also found.

North County Fire said it has landed a $7M DCIP award to rebuild Station 4 in Fallbrook. The project is tied to Camp Pendleton readiness and moves forward under CEQA review.

Oceanside-born Craft Coast will open a beer-and-taco outpost beneath the Encinitas arch this summer, with a large patio and about a dozen taps.

A tree branch carrying a bee hive fell at Lexington and Avocado, and police warned people to avoid the area. Crews were on scene to secure the roadway.

Rep. Sara Jacobs secured $14,184,000 for 14 San Diego projects, funding housing, childcare, homelessness services and an AI training center. Local leaders welcomed the infusion.

FBI San Diego reshared a thread claiming 2025 was a "record year" for rescuing children and arresting predators; DOJ and FBI records show operation‑level totals.

Oceanside's new county-funded psychiatric unit finished its first month, reporting 31 patients served and 10 in care this week.

Pâtisserie Mélanie will close its North Park bakery this Sunday after nearly three years, owners say the costly, drawn‑out buildout and legal fights left them unable to continue.

The San Diego River Park Foundation counted 148 people in the riverbed last week — about half the number recorded in September. Officials say outreach and housing placements helped drive the decline.

Upper 70s to near 80°F today as Santa Ana winds ease; gusty mountain winds and high surf expected into the weekend.