A 39-year-old former Carlsbad dance instructor was arrested after several women alleged they were sexually abused as teens, and police say more victims may exist.

CBP officers at San Ysidro stopped two April smuggling attempts that yielded nearly $2.8M in fentanyl and meth, and two arrests. The hauls underscore a sustained interdiction push at San Diego ports.

A storied Fairbanks Ranch estate — rebuilt in 2025 and dubbed the “Jewel of Fairbanks” — is on the market for $23.75M with panoramic views, a guest house and green systems.

Qualcomm beat non‑GAAP expectations, reported a large deferred tax benefit and said it will ship custom AI chips to a hyperscaler this year — sending the stock sharply higher.

Escondido officials are proposing drones and $1,000 fines to crack down on illegal fireworks; the ordinance heads to City Council on May 13.

ATC audio suggests a United jet hit a small red drone about 3,000 feet over San Diego. The plane landed safely and authorities are monitoring the reports.

San Diego’s pro volleyball team said it will not return for 2027 as owner and league work on a long‑term plan; the Mojo still head to the MLV semifinals in May.

A Clairemont hiker says overgrown brush, dead trees and invasive palms on Keller Canyon trail and Marian Bear Park could fuel a wildfire; she says Get It Done reports went unanswered.

Jamie Ernesto Alvarez-Gonzalez pleaded guilty after decking out a pickup with fake Border Patrol gear and following an agent through Linda Vista, prosecutors say.

A man pleaded guilty after a child escaped an attempted snatch near Pioneer Elementary; sentencing is scheduled for next month.

Firehouse Subs is planning a Poway shop at 13452 Poway Rd with a hoped-for September 2026 opening; a Grantville location on Friars Road is also planned.

Police and district officials responded to a rumored shooting threat at Montgomery High; officials say they are coordinating with San Diego police while the situation is monitored.

Trish Santini, Little Island co-founder, will be The Old Globe’s new managing director; she starts remotely May 1 and will take over July 1.