Olive Garden is prepping a San Ysidro restaurant at the former Bank of America near the Premium Outlets; filings show early activity but no opening date yet.

A man accused of moving massive loads of cocaine was extradited from Guatemala and arraigned in San Diego on a 2017 federal indictment alleging maritime drug trafficking.

Lilo earned a Michelin star within weeks and a new Eater review praises its $265, 12-course tasting menu and intimate, counterside service.

A $10 million lead gift from Price Philanthropies kickstarts UC San Diego’s East Campus Behavioral Health Hub, aimed at adding beds, outpatient care and a training pipeline.

A San Diego federal judge has sentenced Valorie Moser to two years after victims said she gave false reassurances that helped lure them into the GirlsDoPorn scheme.

A DHS watchdog found dirty cells, unsecured valuables and detention times over policy limits at four San Diego‑area border holding sites.

Volunteer watchers reported at least seven detentions across Southern California on Dec. 11. California’s DOJ has opened a portal to collect evidence of suspected federal‑agent misconduct.

Carlsbad police conducted a precautionary sweep at La Costa Meadows Elementary after a reported potential threat; officers cleared the campus and found no injuries.

Lucky Foods cinnamon powder has been recalled after tests found elevated lead. Small 40g brown‑label pouches sold in California and 13 other states are affected.

Cal Fire is rebuilding the Ramona Air Attack Base to host C‑130 tankers and cut tanker refill times. Work began in August and officials say the overhaul should finish within a year.

San Diego police raided two suspected illegal gambling sites this week, confiscating about 62 slot machines, cash and suspected narcotics while detaining several people. Investigators say the probe is ongoing.

A former Mar Vista High aide pleaded guilty to sex crimes and was sentenced to six months in work‑furlough, probation and a 10‑year protective order.

Internal Navy documents say GPS track lines were deleted after a June 2023 RHIB crash at Zuniga Point that injured five sailors, prompting a review and policy changes.