Cal Coast sued SDCCU after the San Diego credit union moved to terminate a planned $13.5B merger; both institutions say members’ services remain available while the dispute plays out.

San Diego police opened a Real Time Operations Center at headquarters that pulls live camera, drone and license-plate data into a single command room. Officials say early uses have already helped investigators and patrol units respond faster.

The parents of Enrique Cortez Jr. filed a federal wrongful-death suit alleging he was shot while surrendering after an April chase that ended in Golden Hill. The suit names the city and the officers involved.

Epic Wings is opening in the Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch and will run daily grand‑opening deals Jan. 12–16. Expect BOGO offers, a free treat day and scratch‑made menu staples.

A 34-year-old SDSU student was arrested after police say he left a bag at the Melvin Garb Hillel Center. Bomb technicians found no explosive; police say the arrest involves a workplace restraining-order violation.

Chula Vista Police reports a man, 31, died after a December 28 shooting near a bar; the case is now a homicide. They seek witnesses and urge the public to contact them with information.

Judge Michael S. Groch has been appointed as the new Presiding Judge of the San Diego Superior Court, tasked with managing court operations and promoting technological advancements.

A San Diego judge will decide whether Santana High shooter Charles "Andy" Williams can ask to have his 2002 life sentence recalled under California's youth resentencing rules.

Showers are expected in San Diego with the heaviest rainfall in the county. The weather will clear by Wednesday evening and temperatures will rise over the weekend, with cooler nights.

Oceanside's revised general plan drops clustered-housing language in South Morro Hills as the city posts a recirculated EIR and updated Climate Action Plan for public comment through Feb. 1.

San Diego's housing market sees a continuous drop in prices, marking a six-month decline amid a national slowdown, as reported by the Case-Shiller index.

A driver was hospitalized after a Hummer collided with a fuel tanker in Poway; HAZMAT contained a minor fuel leak, and the Sheriff’s Office is investigating.

Jensen Meat Company has merged Before the Butcher and Cool Beans into Jensen Plant‑Based Brands in San Diego, pairing brand and co‑manufacturing capacity to scale plant‑based products.