A beloved lifeguard‑style chair at the end of Cape May Avenue in Ocean Beach was hacked apart; neighbors have launched a GoFundMe and plan a sturdier rebuild.

San Diego County opened Clean Cars 4 All applications, offering up to $12,000 to income‑qualified residents who replace older cars with EVs.

Tom Steyer went from 7% to 65% on Polymarket in three weeks, and nearly $10 million in real bets now says he's California's next governor. The polls say Porter should be gaining more from Swalwell's implosion. Someone is going to be very wrong.

A rotten‑egg sulfur smell sent residents near Frazee and SR‑76 online Tuesday; the city suggested nearby Talone Lake as a possible source. County and federal guidance explain why wetlands can emit the odor and when to get help.

Ryan Serhant launched California operations with offices in San Francisco and Beverly Hills, bringing 16 founding agents and an AI-powered toolkit to the luxury market.

A realtor.com roundup and city tallies say San Diego’s fast‑track Permit Now process has permitted 6,746 homes since 2023 and averages a nine‑day review. Officials praise speed; advocates note permits are only the first step.

Beloved Barrio Logan taqueria Las Cuatro Milpas will reopen inside Mercado del Barrio with the same family recipes and team in a smaller, updated space.

Two cousins tied to a wide online rental‑listing fraud are set to appear in federal court in Los Angeles, where prosecutors say the scheme cheated guests and platforms.

Federal officials say the South Bay plant absorbed more than 50 million gallons during heavy rain, with flows carrying sediment and trash but no reported damage.

Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego will run a full-scale active-shooter exercise Wednesday; loud alerts, emergency vehicles and brief gate closures are expected.

A 26-year-old man from San Marcos drowned at Davis Camp after entering the Colorado River to retrieve a hat; officials said he wasn't wearing a life jacket.

Grandson Steaks quietly opened in Liberty Station, offering USDA Brandt Beef at accessible price points and patio seating for about 130 guests.

Sunny and mild in San Diego Tuesday with highs near 70°F. Mountains and deserts could see gusts to 35–45 mph Thursday; no active advisories.