Tijuana’s new elevated viaduct will open in stages; officials say an initial stretch could be inaugurated in December while crews finish remaining columns and systems into 2026.

The Port of San Diego received a high rating of 80.9% for its environmental efforts in The Clean Ports Report Card, notably for its commitment to reduce air pollution and community engagement.

Two Mexican nationals are charged in a fatal human smuggling operation; one for causing death by smuggling aliens, another for illegal reentry. Four died after their vessel capsized off Imperial Beach.

A 63-year-old San Diego man has been sentenced to 18 years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl that caused two fatal overdoses in North Park. Prosecutors say the case underscores the deadly impact of fentanyl and ongoing efforts by federal and local agencies to combat the crisis.

A Las Vegas man, 25-year-old Vincent Bailey, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for sex trafficking a 16-year-old girl across Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and San Diego. Bailey, arrested after the victim sought help in San Diego, was also ordered to pay $7,000 in restitution.

Vista’s council returns tonight to decide whether the city will restrict federal immigration enforcement on city property. The vote comes amid rallies and a mayoral press event.

MCCA data show San Diego homicides fell 24% through the first nine months of 2025; robberies and assaults dipped while reported rapes rose slightly.

San Diego is experiencing cooler temperatures and light showers, with the NWS forecasting continued precipitation and below-average highs. A winter advisory is in effect for some areas.

The San Diego fishing community mourns Michael Rijavec, a YouTuber known as SD Fish and Sips, found dead in Mexican waters after disappearing while kayaking.

Security footage captures a suspect breaking into Launderland in El Cajon, with the police seeking public assistance in identifying the individual responsible for the property damage and theft.

A man tied to a May panga capsizing off Del Mar that killed migrants is due for federal sentencing Monday as prosecutors ready their case. The hearing follows a multiagency probe.

A former Qualcomm R&D executive was sentenced to 48 months and ordered to forfeit millions after a jury found he sold his employer technology and laundered proceeds.

A 44-year-old man died in San Diego Central Jail; attempts to resuscitate him failed. He was in custody for shoplifting and had been jailed since November 8. An investigation is underway, with condolences offered to his family.