Public payroll files show county school chiefs pulled in big 2024 pay packages, and one‑time payouts and benefits often explain the largest totals.

A brush fire near Spring Valley forced apartment evacuations and led to one detention while investigators responded.

Cloudy, cool and breezy today in San Diego with a slight morning rain chance. Wind Advisory for mountains and a Small Craft Advisory offshore.

Chula Vista authorized up to $80M in tax‑exempt bonds to finance about 270 affordable apartments in Otay Ranch. City staff say financing will be repaid from project revenue and the developer aims to start construction in summer 2026.

A new state law taking effect July 1, 2026 will allow denser apartment projects near La Mesa’s trolley stops. City staff are weighing phased rollout, exemptions and design safeguards.

Mt. Soledad will dedicate a plaque to Cpl. Patrick "Bob" Gallagher on Memorial Day; the Padres and transit agencies are coordinating game‑day plans.

A head-on crash on Pine Hills Road south of Julian killed one person and sent four to hospitals; one vehicle was found burning and investigators are on scene.

An early‑morning crash on westbound I‑8 in El Cajon left at least one person dead and the vehicle ablaze, according to local reports and CHP logs.

San Diego will add 286 parking meters across San Ysidro this summer with a four‑hour cap and weekday enforcement; locals worry the limit won’t fit cross‑border trips. City officials say meter revenue will fund neighborhood repairs and safety projects.

A second‑alarm brush fire near the 12000 block of Camino del Sur sent smoke over Rancho Penasquitos and prompted temporary lane closures; officials said no structures were threatened.

A threatening call prompted a temporary closure at the San Diego Zoo on May 24; police later called the report a hoax.

Cloudy Memorial Day morning in San Diego with a new wind advisory for the mountains and deserts. Secure loose items and expect fog on morning commutes.

A 51-year-old Oceanside man was arrested after a fight on the 3500 block of Buffum Drive left a man dead; police say they are still investigating and seeking tips.