The San Diego County Sheriff's Office hosted a gun safety event at the La Mesa Civic Center, collecting 270 firearms in exchange for gift cards and distributing free gun locks.

NWS San Diego forecasts a slight cool-down for coastal areas, sustained heat inland, and increased warmth in deserts, with chances of rain focused on mountains and east-facing slopes. Thunderstorms may persist through Wednesday.

San Diego deputies arrested two individuals, a man and a juvenile, for possession of fentanyl in Chula Vista, as part of efforts to combat drug smuggling.

Chinese national Jiaci Liu received a 24-month federal prison sentence for defrauding elderly Americans, as announced by the Southern District of California's U.S. Attorney's Office.

A motorcyclist was severely injured in a hit and run in San Diego's Mt. Hope area, with the driver later arrested. The victim sustained a brain bleed and fractured pelvis.

San Diego's weekend weather includes a slight temperature drop with above-normal temps continuing until Tuesday, and a chance of thunderstorms, mainly in mountains and deserts. A cooler trend is expected by Tuesday with coastal morning clouds.

The FDA expanded a recall of frozen shrimp to nine states — including California and Massachusetts — after cesium-137 was detected in imported shipments. Consumers should check labels and dispose of or return affected packages.

San Diego man Eric Jin was sentenced to over 21 years for sexually exploiting a 14-year-old girl, including coercing her to send explicit images and self-harm.

SeaWorld San Diego reopens its enhanced Journey to Atlantis ride featuring new visual effects and a compelling narrative, ready for visitors on August 23.

Jerry Elliott died following a cell altercation at Richard J. Donovan Correctional Facility, prompting a homicide investigation involving inmate Aikane Matias.

A motorcyclist died during a police chase in Escondido, with the crash occurring on a bike path. The incident is under investigation by the Oceanside Police.

San Diego Sheriff's deputies searched a Valley Center residence, finding skeletal remains believed to be of missing woman Nadine Jett. No arrests yet; public tips requested.

A DUI-related head-on collision in San Marcos resulted in critical injuries and the arrest of Manuel Villanueva on suspicion of DUI and reckless driving.