A Fallbrook couple says state inspectors threatened arrest unless they allowed spraying or removal — they cut down 10 backyard citrus trees amid an HLB quarantine.

San Diego County Office of Education announced a $25M grant to expand HeartSpire, a countywide K–12 mental-health, safety and wellness initiative, the DA said.

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.

St. Paul’s is investing $12 million to expand its downtown Reasner PACE center, adding clinical, rehab and tech‑enabled services to serve more seniors.

San Diego Unified announced updated reporting protocols, a partnership with San Diego Youth Services and districtwide training to help students report human trafficking.

The Port of San Diego has initiated a pledge for a pollution-free San Diego Bay, encouraging people to use eco-friendly products and dispose of waste properly.

Neighbors and members rallied to halt an eviction and keep Being Fit open at Clairemont Town Square; the senior-focused gym will remain operational while lease talks continue.

San Diego has activated inclement-weather shelter beds for Monday night at Father Joe’s Villages and Living Water Church as cold, wet weather moves in.

Santee will break ground Jan. 30 on a new two‑story, 12,500‑sq‑ft community center near the Cameron Family YMCA. The facility will host recreation, events and serve as an emergency backup hub.

A Perris ticket matched five Mega Millions numbers and paid about $1.27M, while the jackpot climbed to an estimated $285M for Tuesday’s drawing.

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria signed the Clairemont Community Plan into law, initiating its first major revision in over 30 years, aimed at creating 14,000 new homes and a pedestrian-friendly environment.

Olivenhain Municipal Water District paused fluoridation for up to 90 days after staff reported torn 2,200‑lb powdered fluoride bags and worker-safety concerns.

Snake Oil Venue Co. has restored Liberty Station’s North Chapel, reopening the WWII-era building as a preservation-minded, non‑denominational events venue. The project added modern safety and accessibility while keeping original finishes.