A stolen taxi from Santee triggered a 25‑mile, 40‑minute multi‑agency pursuit that ended in Mission Valley after CHP used a spike strip and an SDPD K‑9 assisted. The suspect was arrested and treated at a hospital.

A 2014 tax-sharing deal that funneled the first $13.7M in hotel taxes to the developer ends next year, returning full hotel-tax receipts to Oceanside. City leaders say the windfall will help pay for core services.

An 85-year-old man arrested for attempted murder died while under SDPD custody after being hospitalized; the sheriff's homicide unit has taken over the investigation.

Family sues Build a School Foundation, saying organizers ignored heat risks and permits after a 2024 Black Mountain fundraiser that ended in a death.

Cal Fire and county officials say all consumer fireworks — even 'safe and sane' types — are illegal in San Diego County amid dry fuels and stepped-up patrols.

Survivors' lawyers say dozens of claim objections filed by the diocese and its insurer are slowing payouts two years after Chapter 11. Court orders have split which objections the judge will hear.

An archival San Diego Reader piece recounts a North County man's claim that he robbed at least 10 banks while dealing drugs in the 1980s.

UC San Diego’s Moores Cancer Center won a five‑year NCI core grant renewal — roughly $25M — to speed trials, hire physicians and expand infusion capacity across San Diego.

Carlsbad roaster Steady State opened a second cafe in San Marcos beside its roastery, with plans for an onsite bakery and expanded sourcing.

Parents and teachers at Fuerte Elementary say mold, rodents and cockroaches have invaded classrooms; a petition and parents pulling kids have forced scrutiny of district repairs.

Carlsbad police established a perimeter at Solamar Mobile Estates after an individual fled a traffic stop; air support joined the search.

Bankers Hill stalwart Hob Nob Hill will close on Tuesday, June 30 after an 82‑year run, owners say financial pressures and a new Coronado concept prompted the move.

A 19‑year‑old rider died after a collision on Carroll Canyon Road in Scripps Ranch; police say the other driver fled and investigators are asking for tips.