Ebony Shelton, as County CAO, has announced new San Diego County leadership appointments following a community-involved selection process, including Caroline Smith as Assistant CAO and Joan Bracci as CFO.

Dumpling Bar opens in Encinitas, specializing in handmade dumplings, with diverse offerings and a display kitchen. Part of a culinary group, it anticipates the China Max revival.

San Diego police arrested Christopher Scott Preston, 55, who posed as a massage therapist, on sexual assault charges after targeting women through Groupon ads for discounted massages.

UC San Diego Health's surgical team is first in the U.S. to use Apple Vision Pro in a clinical trial, aiming to improve surgical outcomes through spatial computing technology.

San Diego County issued beach advisories for Silver Strand and other locations due to high bacteria levels, with health officials urging the public to avoid water contact in affected areas.

Two people were stabbed at Pacific Harbor Campground in Oceanside; police arrested two individuals on assault charges. Both victims are in stable condition.

Chula Vista's Farmer's Table is set to become Acqua E Farina Trattoria Romana, offering a Roman-style dining experience starting September 18, with fresh pasta, table-side cannoli, and vintage service touches.

Four Governor Park in San Diego was sold for $11 million, with CBRE handling the sale. The office park has a high occupancy rate and may be converted to condos by the new owner, Cast Capital Partners.

Home Depot has to pay nearly $2M in fines after being found guilty of overcharging and false advertising, having settled without admitting wrongdoing. They are to implement a Price Accuracy Program.

An 18-year-old driver hit two pedestrians in Rancho Penasquitos, severely injuring one and less severely injuring the other; an SDPD investigation is underway.

The McMillin Companies filed a lawsuit to prevent a homeless shelter from being established near Liberty Station in San Diego, challenging the city's authority.

San Diego authorities seek public help to find suspects in a series of Hillcrest hate crimes involving pellet attacks, as well as a car linked to the incidents. A $2,000 reward is offered for leads.

UC San Diego's Scripps Institution of Oceanography received a $10 million grant from the Paul G. Allen Frontiers Group to establish a center studying the neurobiology of marine life amid climate change.