Two San Diego schools were awarded for their sustainable practices, with Bella Mente honored as a Green Achiever and Community Montessori recognized with a Bronze Award; National School District won Gold status.

San Diego County partners with DocuPet to simplify pet licensing and offer a 24/7 lost pet service, hoping to increase compliance and reunite lost animals with their owners more efficiently.

San Diego's Rachel's Promise Center opens as a shelter for homeless women and children, with Mayor Gloria and others emphasizing its importance for dignity and hope.

San Diego offers a free Tax Files Recycling event for residents to safely dispose of old tax documents at the Miramar Recycling Center from April 15-22, except for April 20 when it's closed.

San Diego Mayor's proposed budget to tackle a $258 million deficit includes cuts affecting public services, with the Humane Society facing a 20% funding reduction.

Escondido Police schedule a DUI checkpoint on April 18 from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m., keeping the location a secret to enhance effectiveness.

San Diego proposes new trash collection fees to recover service costs and relieve the City's General Fund, differing from the current free services for many residents.

An emu with neck and wing injuries was rescued in Vista by the San Diego Humane Society. Now named Claudius, the emu is recovering at their Escondido Campus.

A sea lion suffering from domoic acid poisoning was rescued from Carlsbad Boulevard by police, aided by SeaWorld's Rescue Team, as reported by the City of Carlsbad.

San Diego cleared four tons of waste from a former homeless encampment near Torrey Pines, involving multiple city departments and challenging terrain that limited heavy machinery use.

San Diego reaches a settlement with The Carl housing complex owners for leasing apartments without fire alarms or occupancy certificates, imposing penalties and requiring safety compliance.

San Diego's Mayor seeks to modify the ADU Density Bonus Program, focusing on better integration with community aesthetics and infrastructure amid increased density concerns. Public input on reforms is encouraged.

The Colonel Irving Salomon San Ysidro Community Activity Center is undergoing a $5.8 million upgrade, including new playgrounds and sports courts. Completion is expected by early 2026.