San Diego startups raised just $590M in Q3 — the smallest quarterly total in eight years — as investors concentrate capital into a few giant AI and biotech deals. Local founders now face a tighter fundraising market and brighter prospects for M&A.

Chula Vista police bought 10 Chevy Blazer EVs for about $960,000 to pilot electric squad cars, mostly assigning them to school resource officers.

Costumed pups, marching bands and free photos with Santa return to the Gaslamp on Dec. 13. The day includes a Pups in the Pub after‑party and costume awards.

A boy believed to be about 5 was seriously injured in an Escondido hit-and-run Wednesday and airlifted to Rady Children’s. Police say witnesses gave conflicting accounts and are asking for tips.

Clear, cool start Thursday; warm inland highs near 75°F for Thanksgiving. Patchy coastal fog may return Friday night; allow extra time for early drives.

U.S. Border Patrol in San Diego apprehended escaped felon Joseph Lee Randall and returned him to state custody, highlighting their dedication to public safety.

The San Diego Zoo introduced a $16 daily parking fee as part of the city's effort to address a budget shortfall, with exceptions for zoo members who register their vehicles.

A San Diego man, Erik James Altamirano, faces a warrant after skipping court for misdemeanor sexual battery charges involving multiple incidents of groping women.

Erick Alexander Granados Garcia was arraigned in San Diego for cocaine trafficking after being extradited from Guatemala, pleading not guilty to conspiracy charges.

Josephine Aquino pleaded guilty to illegally collecting over $175,000 in retirement benefits after concealing her father-in-law's death.

El Cajon company and HR manager pleaded guilty to employing undocumented immigrants and agreed to forfeit $230,000. They will join the DHS IMAGE program and use E-Verify for future hires.

An early-morning two‑vehicle crash on northbound SR‑125 near the SR‑94 ramp in Lemon Grove left one person dead, officials say.

A 3-year-old was bitten near Westfield UTC late Tuesday; police and animal-control partners responded and the coyote was still being sighted in the area. Officials urge caution and removing attractants.