San Diego‑based amphibious assault ship USS Boxer sailed Thursday to join U.S. operations in the Middle East, with local media and ship‑spotters documenting the departure.

San Diego police responded to a late‑afternoon call in Rolando Park; homicide detectives have taken over the scene on the 3800 block of Loma Alta Drive. Officials have released few details as investigators process the scene.

Kristina Saffran parlayed her recovery into Equip, a virtual eating‑disorder company now valued near $900M — a rapid expansion that spotlights both access gains and clinical limits.

A 2010 cellphone recording by Ashley Young reshaped the public account of Anastasio Hernández Rojas' death at the San Ysidro crossing and remains central to calls for accountability.

A 2023 planning adoption error left parts of Barrio Logan labeled commercial and a Boston Avenue parcel was sold. City Council has voted to restore the land to park use.

San Diego reached a marketing deal with Hyundai to supply 32 lifeguard vehicles, transfer maintenance to Hyundai and gain marketing support in a package the city values at about $4M.

San Diego's City Attorney sued operators of a group home on the 3100 block of 54th Street, calling the property a public nuisance tied to repeated crime and medical emergencies.

A draft assessment says Encinitas faces millions in repairs to City Hall, parks and community buildings.

Salk researchers identified Med14, a Mediator protein that helps explain how GLP‑1 drugs can strengthen pancreatic beta cells and improve insulin release.

El Cajon police say a PC 290 sweep contacted 30 registrants, found 27 compliant and arrested eight people. The department called the action part of a transparency push.

Kimberly J. “Kim” Becker is retiring after 40 years leading SAN through record growth and the New Terminal 1 project, and Mayor Todd Gloria publicly thanked her. Atif Saeed will take over as the airport’s new CEO.

Four Carlsbad massage businesses were shut down after a police probe found prostitution; seven arrests were made and $35,477 was seized. City regulators and investigators say tips from the public helped lead to the closures.

A former Christian Youth Theater employee pleaded guilty to lewd acts with a teenage student; sentencing is scheduled for May as survivors pursue a civil case.