A state bill would let Southwestern College pilot four applied bachelor’s degrees to serve South Bay employers — but UC and Cal State say the move circumvents a 2021 safeguard. The measure cleared the Assembly and now heads to the Senate.

Oceanside's City Council reversed approval of an 83‑home subdivision at Guajome Lake after finding the EIR inadequate for safety and wildlife concerns. The decision forces the developer to revise the environmental review and returns the dispute to City Hall.

A pedestrian found on the 300 block of Sycamore Avenue died after being hospitalized. Deputies arrested a 37-year-old man on vehicular manslaughter and hit-and-run charges.

Veerabhadran Ramanathan was awarded the 2026 Crafoord Prize for his climate change research, highlighting particulate and gas impacts on the atmosphere.

A Carlsbad citizens group sued San Diego County and United Airlines to block planned commercial service at McClellan‑Palomar Airport, saying approvals lacked proper environmental review.

The Clean Energy Alliance approved a $10.6M credit package to shield North County customers from a spike in a state charge; credits take effect Feb. 1.

Oceanside police arrest juvenile suspect for a stabbing incident, responding to and investigating the event with urgently needed medical care for the victim.

Larry Cohen says boosting supply and trimming red tape should come before property-tax hikes. He points to geography, permitting and a federal funding squeeze.

A Poway man was arrested after two spa robberies; authorities say surveillance footage and license‑plate readers helped identify him. Bail was set at $600,000.

The Port of San Diego has initiated a pledge for a pollution-free San Diego Bay, encouraging people to use eco-friendly products and dispose of waste properly.

San Diego's NCTD offers free rides on February 4th to honor Rosa Parks' birthday, reflecting her Civil Rights impact and promoting equal access on public transit.

Tesla's showroom at Westfield UTC has been vacated and a "we have moved" sign posted, while other Palm Plaza stores have closed as the mall advances a luxury expansion.

Neighbors and members rallied to halt an eviction and keep Being Fit open at Clairemont Town Square; the senior-focused gym will remain operational while lease talks continue.