San Diego Jewelry Theft Leads to Guilty Plea from Romanian Mastermind Behind $5 Million COVID Relief Fraud
An investigation into San Diego jewelry thefts led to the discovery of a complex COVID relief fraud scheme masterminded by a Romanian national who has now pleaded guilty to stealing over $5 million in unemployment benefits.
Renowned Dermatologist & Son Illegally Sold $15.8M in Essential N95 Masks Amidst Pandemic; Sentenced by DOJ
A notorious scandal emerges as a celebrated dermatologist, Dr. Mona Zohdi Mofid, and her son are sentenced for illegally accumulating and selling scarce N95 respirator masks during the COVID-19 pandemic.
San Diego Pride Festival Launches Exclusive Limited-Edition Craft Beer by Second Chance Beer Company
Second Chance Beer Company collaborates with San Diego Pride Festival to introduce an exclusive limited-edition craft beer, Pride Pilsner, with proceeds supporting LGBTQ+ education and philanthropic work.
2 Rural Water Districts Seek to Divorce San Diego County Water Authority; Here's Why It Matters
Two rural water districts are seeking to leave the San Diego County Water Authority in pursuit of lower wholesale water rates, but the potential impacts on the remaining districts are stirring controversy.
UCSD Protestors Say Felonies for Chalk-Written "Living Wage Now" Slogans is 'Intimidation' Against Those Who Dare to Stand Up for Themselves
UC San Diego students and alums face controversy after their arrest and possible felony charges for chalking and writing slogans on campus. Are these charges appropriate or a harsh response meant to silence worker protests?
'Business Leader' Sebastian Guthery & His Kratom Company Nine2Five Guilty of Illegal Importation & Money Laundering
Sebastian Guthery's website self-describes a "business leader" who has "enjoyed the prosperity of several multi-million dollar business ventures." Guthery & Nine2Five kratom company have pleaded guilty to illegal importation of kratom & money laundering.
Alleged Sex-Worker Serial Killer Will Stay in Jail Until Extradition to Mexico, U.S. Judge Says
A Los Angeles man accused of several femicides in Mexico remains behind bars, awaiting extradition proceedings. Family members argue against his incarceration, claiming the defendant is innocent and a vital source of support.












