A standoff over a 22‑story tower in Pacific Beach has developers claiming "deemed approval" while the city says the plans remain noncompliant. The dispute could end up in court and has already prompted state fixes to the density‑bonus law.

Deputy Chief Rudy Tai is leaving SDPD after 35 years to lead the Kauaʻi Police Department, reshuffling San Diego’s command and prompting union scrutiny.

A 22-year-old Valley Center man was killed early Sunday after his car left East El Norte Parkway and rolled into a homeowner's yard; the cause is under investigation.

Patchy fog and high surf raise the risk of minor coastal flooding and strong rip currents through Tuesday morning. Expect reduced visibility along the shore.

A 13-year-old was struck near Douglas Drive and Pala Road and airlifted with major injuries; police describe the fleeing car as a gray Toyota Camry.

A pre-dawn carjacking at a Via De La Valle gas station ended when officers tracked the victim's Lexus to Yuma and arrested a suspect, police say.

A state bill would let Southwestern College pilot four applied bachelor’s degrees to serve South Bay employers — but UC and Cal State say the move circumvents a 2021 safeguard. The measure cleared the Assembly and now heads to the Senate.

Marni von Wilpert led local Democrats’ pre-endorsement for the 48th with about 68.8% but fell just short of the 70% needed to clinch the nod. Delegates will finish the decision at the Feb. state convention.

A 22-year-old Oceanside man was arrested after women reported being struck while hiking at Carlsbad's Calavera Nature Preserve. Authorities say the suspect allegedly rode an e-bike and targeted female trail users.

Census and local data show housing costs rose slightly faster than incomes in San Diego, leaving many households housing‑cost burdened.

A revised Measure X plan funnels roughly $18.4M into public‑safety and homelessness programs, boosting crime‑suppression and adding e‑bike enforcement.

NWS warns 5–9 foot breaking waves and minor beach flooding Monday–Tuesday. Sunny today with a high near 77°F.

A Ninth Circuit panel affirmed a lower court ruling that California’s long‑standing ban on switchblades remains in place. Plaintiffs say they will seek further review.