An emu with neck and wing injuries was rescued in Vista by the San Diego Humane Society. Now named Claudius, the emu is recovering at their Escondido Campus.

A sea lion suffering from domoic acid poisoning was rescued from Carlsbad Boulevard by police, aided by SeaWorld's Rescue Team, as reported by the City of Carlsbad.

California health officials warn against consuming certain wild-harvested shellfish from San Diego due to domoic acid, which can cause serious illness.

SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft returned to Southern California with a sonic boom, splashing down off Oceanside after a historic polar orbit trip with four space tourists.

Sergio Josue Palomera pleaded guilty to a high-speed chase that killed two immigrants he was smuggling, highlighting the dangers of illegal border crossing.

San Diego police are searching for 59-year-old Yafang Zhou, missing since March 25. Residents are asked to help by providing any relevant information.

San Diego is set to have a warm weekend with temperatures rising above average, but there's a chance of showers in the mountains. Cooling is expected early next week before warming resumes.

Allen Dinoyo received a 13-year prison sentence for setting nine fires in San Diego County. His arson spree solicited a large response from local agencies and the community.

San Diego's downtown is undergoing a housing boom, adding 1,900 homes in the previous year and promising more with ongoing projects. Mayor Gloria's policies have encouraged construction, making the city a leader in housing reform.

A U.S. CBP AMO crew detected a vessel in distress off San Diego; a Coast Guard-led rescue operation saved 18 people aboard, including 17 Mexican nationals and one U.S. citizen.

A pedestrian suffered fatal injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Carlsbad. The incident is under investigation by the police, who have appealed for witnesses.

Sweetwater Park opens in Chula Vista, featuring nature playgrounds, walkways, and ecological considerations, as part of a larger bayfront redevelopment.

San Diego experiences cooler temperatures with scattered showers and potential snow in the mountains, but a warming trend is expected to bring above-average inland temperatures next week.