The Port of San Diego approves the construction of a new splash pad at Portwood Pier Plaza, with work by Dick Miller Inc. scheduled for 2026. The $1.8 million project is part of local development efforts.

The U.S. Department of Labor cited Lucky Growers Inc. for housing violations and illegal rent charges, recovering $171,400 in back wages for 30 workers and imposing $76,274 in penalties.

Nearly 140 firearms were surrendered in a San Diego gun safety event organized by local law enforcement agencies, offering gift cards and free gun locks to participants.

San Diego Unified School District advocates for Congress to fully fund the IDEA, citing a funding shortfall for special education.

Attendees honored the late YouTuber and fisherman Mikey Rijavec in a paddle out memorial at San Diego's Fiesta Island following his untimely death off the Baja California coast.

A man suffered non-life-threatening injuries following a minor explosion at a Lemon Grove home, suspected to be due to propane. The incident is under investigation.

A driver was arrested after a Saturday night crash on W. San Marcos Boulevard that killed a pedestrian. The sheriff's traffic unit is investigating and seeking witnesses.

Merchants in Hillcrest say Normal Street/Pride Promenade construction has blocked parking and visibility at the worst possible time, threatening holiday revenue. Business owners want clearer phasing and quicker fixes.

USCIS abruptly canceled naturalization interviews and oath ceremonies in San Diego and nationwide as the agency pauses certain cases for extra vetting. Affected applicants say they were given little explanation and await rescheduling.

A San Diego eighth‑grader who beat leukemia traveled to meet Hugh Jackman and played a song she wrote during treatment, moving the actor to tears.

Southern California is set for sunny, warmer weather with high pressure and weak offshore flow. Minor morning fog is possible. A shift to cooler, possibly rainy weather is expected around Christmas. No major maritime disruptions are forecasted.

A roughly 15-year-old boy was struck and killed by an SUV at Camino Ruiz and Hydra Lane in Mira Mesa late Saturday; police say foggy conditions may have played a role.

Months of outreach along the San Diego River's 'island' connected dozens to housing and shelter and left the site clear of encampments.