Pizza Cassette is opening a permanent Pacific Beach location at 1459 Garnet Avenue in early 2026, moving from The Gärten in Bay Park. The new spot will seat about 60–80 and keep the chef’s scratch-made pizzas.

The US Coast Guard Cutter Active offloaded $203.9 million worth of cocaine in San Diego, a result of three drug interdiction efforts in Operation Pacific Viper.

Southern California is set for mixed weather, with temperatures fluctuating, gusty winds in certain areas, and morning fog along the coast. Temperatures could reach significantly above average later in the week.

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.