A standoff over a 22‑story tower in Pacific Beach has developers claiming "deemed approval" while the city says the plans remain noncompliant. The dispute could end up in court and has already prompted state fixes to the density‑bonus law.

A pre-dawn carjacking at a Via De La Valle gas station ended when officers tracked the victim's Lexus to Yuma and arrested a suspect, police say.

NWS warns 5–9 foot breaking waves and minor beach flooding Monday–Tuesday. Sunny today with a high near 77°F.

A Ninth Circuit panel affirmed a lower court ruling that California’s long‑standing ban on switchblades remains in place. Plaintiffs say they will seek further review.

Two high-design vegan spots in University Heights — Vulture and Dreamboat — will shutter on Feb. 8 after rising costs and a property listing made the projects unsustainable.

The ACLU told a San Diego judge that at least 25 parents separated under Trump have been re-detained or deported, and asked the court to force an explanation. The dispute centers on parole renewals, fees and enforcement of a 2023 settlement.

Escondido’s One Stop Systems sold its German unit and cut staff as it pivots to higher‑margin AI and defense work, citing a one‑time gain and updated guidance.

AVA Pacific Beach will add 138 apartments, expanding to roughly 702 units and turning surface parking into new homes while state coastal review remains.

Opening statements in the trial over baby Delilah's 2021 death included unsealed child-welfare files and recorded comments prosecutors say show prolonged neglect.

A vehicle left I-805 and struck a construction worker at the Sorrento Valley exit. Both the driver and the worker were taken to a local hospital.

A CHP reconstruction shows the BMW in the Clairemont crash exceeded 125 mph before striking an SDPD cruiser, killing Officer Austin Machitar.

San Diego Country Estates' HOA agreed to a $900,000 settlement while Farmers Insurance non‑renewed a master condo policy, leaving 115 units facing coverage gaps.

A California resident pleaded guilty after prosecutors say she helped con more than 40 seniors out of over $1.2 million.