California Attorney General Rob Bonta sued to block Nexstar's $6.2B acquisition of TEGNA, saying the deal would reach 80% of U.S. TV households and threaten local news and consumer prices.

Sean Elo‑Rivera moved a broad campaign finance and ethics package through the Rules Committee, aiming to force disclosure of dark money and ban lobbyist contributions ahead of a possible November 2026 ballot measure.

Federal prosecutors say two men pleaded guilty after running a sham concessions charity that allegedly siphoned millions from Petco Park and Snapdragon Stadium.

A fatal shooting in Jamul ended with one person pronounced dead at an Alpine fire station. Sheriff's homicide detectives have detained a man and are asking for tips.

FBI San Diego posted a 12‑item wanted and missing roster on Wednesday, naming suspects and cold cases and asking the public to submit tips.

A 25-year-old Pacific Beach resident pleaded not guilty to 13 misdemeanor sex-related charges after alleged January incidents. He remains jailed on $65,000 bail.

A 68-year-old man was stabbed Tuesday night near a Mountain View convenience store in San Diego; police say the suspect fled on an electric scooter. Authorities are asking the public for tips.

A second‑alarm fire tore through a three‑story Chollas Creek apartment Tuesday afternoon. Crews knocked the flames down quickly while officials said cause and injuries were unclear.

North County Pizza Inc. filed for Chapter 11 on March 11, 2026, raising uncertainty for Pizza Hut outlets in Southern California as the brand trims its U.S. footprint. Court filings and national restructuring plans could leave local stores in limbo.

Orfila Vineyards in Escondido drew criticism after camel rides at a weekend event sparked animal‑welfare concerns and revived fallout from a November giraffe stunt.

San Diego’s City Council will vote March 17 on adopting the IHRA working definition of antisemitism, touching off debate over how to balance hate‑prevention and free speech.

SmartAsset’s new ranking shows San Diego’s cost of living rose about 3.9% last year, with food and services pushing budgets even as rents cool.

A 78-year-old bicyclist was killed Tuesday on Coronado's Silver Strand after being struck by a vehicle. Investigators say drugs and alcohol do not appear to be factors.