The article discusses a lawsuit against the San Diego Police Department for using surveillance tech without proper city council authorization at events like Comic-Con and Pride.

El Cajon police make arrests under Prop 36 the day it comes into effect, signaling a shift towards stricter penalties for theft and drug offenses in California.

San Diego authorities are searching for a burglary suspect linked to a car break-in and theft in Clairemont Mesa where $1,300 in cash and a debit card were stolen.

Border Patrol agents in San Diego seized over 100 pounds of cocaine valued at $793,000 from a vehicle on Interstate 5 during an anti-trafficking operation. Two drivers were detained and the case is headed for state prosecution.

The San Diego County Sheriff's Department is investigating the death of Jane Hannah Cronin, 29, found on December 11th in Descanso, with the cause of death pending an autopsy. Public assistance is sought.

Two individuals were found dead in a car in a Bonita neighborhood, prompting an ongoing homicide investigation by the San Diego County Sheriff's Department.

Southern California expects a warm surge with Santa Ana winds leading to temperature increases up to 10 degrees and low humidity, raising fire weather risks, with a cooling trend projected towards the weekend.

The National City Police Department is searching for missing 72-year-old William "Bill" Karrasch, last seen on December 15th, and seeks public assistance.

A man died after being attacked by his own dogs at Mesa Viking Park in Mira Mesa, with the incident briefly locking down a nearby school. The dogs were later euthanized.

An El Cajon police sergeant was hit by a truck and injured before the officers shot and killed the female driver in the police parking lot. The incident, now under investigation, was captured on surveillance and body cameras.

Chula Vista City Council approved agreements for SDSU to use a new library for its nursing and global programs and for CVEC to build a high-tech entertainment production facility.

The National Weather Service forecasts a temperature swing in Southern California, with a cool start leading to unusually warm mid-week conditions and increased fire weather risks.

Nicole DeWitt has been appointed as the Interim Deputy Superintendent for San Diego Unified School District, praised for her focus on students' wellness and educational outcomes.