UC San Diego School of Medicine received a $5 million AHRQ grant to start the Center for Learning Health Systems Science, aiming to solve healthcare issues and improve practice through a new dynamic interdisciplinary field.

Los Peñasquitos Ranger District has closed its trails due to heavy rain, citing safety and environmental concerns. The closures affect areas including Los Peñasquitos Canyon and Carmel Mountain, with the return date dependent on trail conditions.

A man died after his truck hit a traffic signal in San Marcos on New Year's Day. The Sheriff's Department is investigating the solo crash, with the cause still undetermined. Witnesses are urged to come forward.

San Diego experienced a cold morning with temperatures well below seasonal averages, with the coast between mid 30s to mid 40s and the mountains in the 20s to low 30s. The National Weather Service forecasts a slight warming trend into the weekend.

San Diego's Transportation Department is fixing damaged sidewalks in Logan Heights and City Heights, targeting 478 problem spots due to tree roots and upgrading for accessibility.

Starry Lane Bakery in San Diego is recognized on Yelp's list of top gluten-free bakeries in the U.S., catering to those with celiac disease and offering gourmet pastries without gluten.

San Diego International ranked 12th globally for on-time flights, with Minneapolis–Saint Paul rated the most punctual, per Cirium's report. Delta and American excelled in this area during a busy travel season.

San Diego jury rules against former Chief Medical Officer Dr. Nicholas Yphantides in his wrongful termination suit, finding no wrongful discrimination by the county related to claimed disability.

The San Ysidro PedWest border crossing is reopening for pedestrians, which may reduce wait times at the PedEast alternative. U.S. Customs and Border Protection emphasizes security, and the reopening follows multiple closures of the site.

San Diego County Supervisor Jim Desmond objects to California extending free health insurance to undocumented immigrants, citing budget deficit concerns and local impacts such as the diversion of resources from homelessness and housing issues.

A man was fatally struck by a truck while crossing a street in San Diego's Midway District; the driver had a green light and no DUI suspicion was reported.

San Diego County allocates $42 million to support nine affordable housing projects, creating approximately 872 new homes to address its housing crisis.

Caltrans announces closures on major bridges in San Diego, including I-8 over El Cajon Blvd and Pine Valley Bridge, for repairs, potentially causing weekend traffic delays.