The University of San Diego has been named the most picturesque campus in The Princeton Review's 2025 edition, highlighting its academic quality and vibrant student life.

The San Diego Humane Society rescued 33 pets from a flooded home in San Ysidro, addressing the animals' urgent needs while managing shelter overcrowding.

San Diego County officials have announced that various county offices and facilities will be closed on Labor Day, but emergency services and parks will remain open.

The USIBWC awarded a $42.4 million contract to PCL Construction for the overhaul and expansion of the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant in San Diego.

California's County Fire/CAL FIRE launches a Wildfire Mitigation Program to help Dulzura residents secure their homes against fires with defensible space and less combustible materials, funded by FEMA and state emergency services.

San Diego invests over $1.2 million in clean energy with grants for workforce development and sustainable projects, including a solar initiative at Olivewood Gardens, benefiting 16 local organizations.

The San Diego Humane Society offers discounted adoption fees to alleviate shelter overpopulation, with dogs available for $20 and other pets at half price from August 16-18.

San Diego County property owners with unpaid taxes received notices for delinquent payment, risking additional penalties and potential property sale. Dan McAllister's office encourages online payment to avoid escalating fees.

Chula Vista expands its electric community shuttle service to all adults, with affordable fares, to improve access and reduce traffic, supported by grant funding.

HCDS opens a waitlist for rental assistance units in new developments for seniors, low-income families, and disabled adults, with rent set at 30% of income. Applications start on August 29 and can be submitted online, in person, or by phone.

The 34th annual Operation Clean Sweep invites volunteers in San Diego to clean the bay on August 24, with rewards including a t-shirt and an afterparty.

The San Diego Stand Down event offers a range of services to unhoused veterans, including medical and legal aid, housing support, and other necessities.

Governor Newsom proclaims August 8, 2024, as California Panda Day, celebrating the arrival of two giant pandas at the San Diego Zoo with new transportation options to manage expected crowds.