UC San Diego was ranked as the No. 1 best public college for research in the U.S. by Washington Monthly, also placing sixth among all research universities nationwide.

San Diego launched a pilot program to reduce contaminants in green bins by manually sorting waste, providing jobs to those in need, and preparing to educate the public.

California Senator Catherine Blakespear and local leaders rallied to keep safety upgrades on Santa Fe Drive in Encinitas, amidst city consideration of redesigns that may remove established safety measures for pedestrians and cyclists.

San Diego deputies arrested two individuals, a man and a juvenile, for possession of fentanyl in Chula Vista, as part of efforts to combat drug smuggling.

A motorcyclist was severely injured in a hit and run in San Diego's Mt. Hope area, with the driver later arrested. The victim sustained a brain bleed and fractured pelvis.

The California Theatre in San Diego faces a 2026 deadline to be sold or demolished due to safety concerns, with potential fines of up to $1 million for the owner.

SoCal expects a heat surge and monsoonal moisture with chances of showers and thunderstorms into the weekend, says NWS San Diego. Highs may reach 112-116°F in deserts with cooler temps and some rain expected next week.

New health risk warning signs regarding hydrogen sulfide have been installed in parts of the Tijuana River Valley, including a QR code linking to a County website.

Nicholas A. Sofoul has been honored by Mass Transit magazine as part of their "40 Under 40 Class of 2025" for his contributions to public transit in San Diego.

San Diego DA Summer Stephan reported a 98% rate of defendants choosing treatment over jail under Prop 36 since April. The law, aiming to reduce drug-related offenses and repeat thefts, has led to positive changes in the local criminal justice system.

The NWS San Diego has issued an Extreme Heat Watch for inland areas due to temperatures rising 3 to 7 degrees above average, impacting the region with high heat risks and limited nighttime relief.

A small plane made an emergency landing on I-805 in Sorrento Valley, striking the center divide but causing no injuries. Traffic was disrupted for hours.

San Diego Police seek public help to find Jack Lee Turner, a high-risk 78-year-old man missing from his assisted living facility since August 16. He has grey hair, uses a walker, and was last seen wearing a burgundy flannel and dark pants.