Respiratory illnesses such as Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections and whooping cough are increasing in San Diego, with young children and teenagers being particularly affected. Health officials advocate vaccinations in response.

Sydney man Osemah Elhassen has been sentenced to 63 months in prison for his involvement in a racketeering conspiracy linked to distributing ANOM encrypted devices.

Nearly 2,000 people have engaged in a survey on Tijuana River Valley pollution impacts in San Diego County, with efforts ongoing to gather more input, especially regarding children's health.

San Diego introduces new interactive kiosks downtown to assist with navigation, connecting to services, and improving safety, which also provide a revenue stream through advertising.

San Diego faces a chilly weekend with temperatures varying by location, a frost advisory in effect, and dry conditions anticipated post-sunrise. Santa Ana winds are expected to return, and a mix of weather patterns is forecasted for the coming week.

The Port of San Diego's solar-powered microgrid project at TAMT won an AAPA Lighthouse Award for innovative and sustainable port infrastructure development.

A Colombian man died after falling from the border barrier near San Diego's Otay Mesa Port of Entry as he attempted to enter the U.S. He was found injured by Border Patrol and later became unresponsive.

The Hello Kitty Café Truck is visiting Carlsbad on November 16, offering merchandise and treats to fans as part of Hello Kitty's 50th Anniversary.

The Escondido Police arrested a gang member on drug and firearms charges, seizing drugs, weapons, and gang items from his home. They encourage public tips to combat crime.

A fire broke out at an abandoned building in La Mesa, originating from an adjacent vehicle. It was extinguished by 8:30 a.m., and no injuries were reported. The cause is being investigated.

A motorcycle crash in Chula Vista resulted in the rider's death after losing control and being hit by a car. Police are investigating the incident with no impairment suspected for the car driver.

San Diego County reports an increase in whooping cough cases, reaching 547 this year, with a high incidence among 11 to 17-year-olds. No deaths since 2016 have been recorded, and vaccination is strongly advocated.

NWS San Diego predicts rain, mountain snow, and strong winds in San Diego continuing into Saturday with varying precipitation amounts across different regions.