A 22-year-old suspect was arrested in Chula Vista and faces first-degree murder charges in the 2022 death of 3-year-old Devin Page Jr. Extradition is pending.

The Padres signed Lucas Giolito to a one-year deal with a 2027 mutual option and will have him build up at Low-A Lake Elsinore before joining the rotation. The move shored up depth while key starters recover from elbow issues.

An Art Deco steakhouse is coming to Lantern Crest in Santee this summer, promising prime-aged steaks, sixth-floor sunset views and valet service.

Incumbent John McCann holds a fundraising lead and law‑enforcement endorsements as Francisco Tamayo and Yair Gersten push competing plans on housing and homelessness.

A southeast San Diego Drop Center warns it may close after Mayor Todd Gloria's draft budget left out the group's city funding. The omission threatens diversion and job programs for teens.

The former owner of J & M Happy Guest Home pleaded guilty to felony elder abuse after prosecutors said residents suffered bed sores, dehydration and malnourishment.

CAL FIRE and California State Parks will run a prescribed burn on April 22 near Middle Peak south of Lake Cuyamaca; smoke is expected to be visible across San Diego County.

An independent CLERB‑commissioned analysis finds nearly 55% of in‑custody deaths in San Diego were non‑natural, concentrated at Central Jail and Vista. CLERB will present the full report May 7.

A 50-year-old inmate removed a GPS tracker and walked away from a Barrio Logan reentry center on April 21; CDCR and police are searching and seeking tips.

Three climbers were hoisted off a 100‑foot ledge at El Capitan in Lakeside Tuesday and are reported to be in good health. Emergency crews completed the extraction by helicopter.

Four Democrats squared off at a Logan Heights forum, trading competing plans on sewage cleanup, lease reviews and housing costs. The June primary will narrow the field.

Rep. Juan Vargas told activists AIPAC never gave him money — but FEC filings list six-figure contributions. The contradiction has ignited local criticism ahead of a June primary.

Public records show an Arizona medical license entry for a convicted Bonita surgeon while he serves a three‑year sentence. Family and lawyers call the renewal alarming.