The U.S. Border Patrol's San Diego Sector reports increased drug smuggling via vehicle batteries, citing recent seizures of cocaine, meth, and fentanyl.

The San Diego County Sheriff's Office hosted a gun safety event at the La Mesa Civic Center, collecting 270 firearms in exchange for gift cards and distributing free gun locks.

San Diego deputies arrested two individuals, a man and a juvenile, for possession of fentanyl in Chula Vista, as part of efforts to combat drug smuggling.

Chinese national Jiaci Liu received a 24-month federal prison sentence for defrauding elderly Americans, as announced by the Southern District of California's U.S. Attorney's Office.

A motorcyclist was severely injured in a hit and run in San Diego's Mt. Hope area, with the driver later arrested. The victim sustained a brain bleed and fractured pelvis.

San Diego man Eric Jin was sentenced to over 21 years for sexually exploiting a 14-year-old girl, including coercing her to send explicit images and self-harm.

Jerry Elliott died following a cell altercation at Richard J. Donovan Correctional Facility, prompting a homicide investigation involving inmate Aikane Matias.

A motorcyclist died during a police chase in Escondido, with the crash occurring on a bike path. The incident is under investigation by the Oceanside Police.

San Diego Sheriff's deputies searched a Valley Center residence, finding skeletal remains believed to be of missing woman Nadine Jett. No arrests yet; public tips requested.

A DUI-related head-on collision in San Marcos resulted in critical injuries and the arrest of Manuel Villanueva on suspicion of DUI and reckless driving.

San Diego DA Summer Stephan reported a 98% rate of defendants choosing treatment over jail under Prop 36 since April. The law, aiming to reduce drug-related offenses and repeat thefts, has led to positive changes in the local criminal justice system.

Carlsbad Police arrest suspect Cesar Cervantes for a stabbing incident following a train platform dispute, charging him with assault and gang participation.

San Diego authorities seek public help on the 19th anniversary of Andre Mahan's murder, unsolved since 2006. A $1,000 reward is offered for information leading to an arrest.