Southern California faces excessive heat, with inland temperatures soaring up to 20 degrees above average. Cooling is expected to start on Tuesday as a marine layer deepens.

San Diego's O Lot Safe Sleeping site is under scrutiny over claims of a rat infestation, with contrasting statements between residents and city officials on the conditions and safety measures in place.

Susan Eubanks, who was originally sentenced to death for murdering her four sons in 1997, has been re-sentenced to life without parole after California's changes to death penalty laws.

Cocina35, a Mexican eatery known for chilaquiles, is set to open a new 4,500 square-foot branch at Coronado Ferry Landing in early 2025, marking the fifth location in San Diego.

Escondido firefighters extinguished a fire at an apartment complex, displacing 23 people. The blaze was contained after two hours, but left the building uninhabitable.

The NWS issued an Excessive Heat Warning for Southern California, with forecasts of temperatures 10 to 20 degrees above average and potential record highs through Monday. Cooling is expected by next weekend.

The Children’s Park in Downtown San Diego received the Orchid Award for Landscape Architecture at the Orchids & Onions Awards Gala, acknowledging its successful $9 million redevelopment.

A man fired from his apartment at a vehicle in San Diego; no injuries reported. Suspect Travis Kirk was arrested and faces charges including attempted murder.

San Diego County appoints Matthew Parr as Director of EDGA and Tammy Glenn as Director of Communications, both bringing extensive experience to their new roles.

A 65-year-old man driving a Ford F-250 hit a female pedestrian in the Midway District. She was not in a crosswalk and sustained serious injuries. The driver is cooperating with the SDPD investigation.

A dispute over a marijuana sale in San Diego's Core-Columbia neighborhood led to a stabbing, with the suspect apprehended and the victim hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

Southern California is experiencing high temperatures, with Excessive Heat Warnings and Heat Advisories in effect for various regions. Cooling is expected by the end of next week.

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria celebrates the signing of seven city-sponsored bills by Governor Newsom, addressing local issues like stormwater management, homelessness, and hate crimes.