San Diego County’s jobless rate fell to 4.9% in September, but sector gains in education and government masked losses in hospitality and professional services. The numbers are preliminary and could change.

Fire crews knocked down a morning blaze at a vacant East Village building; one person was hospitalized and Orange Line trolley service was delayed. Investigators remain on scene.

Olive Garden is prepping a San Ysidro restaurant at the former Bank of America near the Premium Outlets; filings show early activity but no opening date yet.

A man accused of moving massive loads of cocaine was extradited from Guatemala and arraigned in San Diego on a 2017 federal indictment alleging maritime drug trafficking.

Lucky Foods cinnamon powder has been recalled after tests found elevated lead. Small 40g brown‑label pouches sold in California and 13 other states are affected.

San Diego County Sheriff's deputies arrested seven people during an eight-hour retail theft crackdown in Lemon Grove, emphasizing ongoing efforts to address local crime.

A 26-year-old woman suffered serious injuries, including a fractured hip and pelvis, after being hit by a car in College East, San Diego. The investigation is ongoing.

San Diego Police conducted raids on two locations housing illegal gambling operations, confiscating gambling machines, cash, and drugs. The SDPD aims to counter associated criminal activities.

A federal judge sentenced Brian Alexis Patron Lopez to life after his conviction in the 2020 kidnapping, torture and killing of a San Diego teen abducted in Tijuana.

The Interior Department is transferring 760 acres to the Navy to create a National Defense Area for border security efforts, as announced earlier this month.

San Diego won a $200,000 settlement from vape retailers for illegally selling flavored tobacco, with penalties and an injunction to prevent future sales.

Several new restaurants — plus a pet supply shop — have opened in Santee, bringing pizza, Thai, Vietnamese and Mediterranean options to East County. City officials encouraged neighbors to welcome the newcomers.

Analysis shows the Forest Service treated under 1.7M acres through Sept.—well below recent averages. Senators and firefighters are demanding staffing and mitigation plans.