San Diego beaches face advisories and closures due to high bacteria levels, affecting popular spots like Ocean Beach and La Jolla. Visitors are urged to avoid water contact.

San Diego Zoo celebrates the birth of three different species of monkeys: two squirrel monkeys, a Schmidt’s red-tailed monkey, and a DeBrazza’s monkey, all of which are thriving and on view for visitors.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance collaborates with Illumina to sequence the DNA of North American koalas, focusing on combating diseases such as Koala Retrovirus (KoRV).

Tourists in San Diego observed killer whales hunting dolphins, indicating an abundance of marine mammals close to shore, an outcome of successful conservation efforts.

The Mast Park Disc Golf Course in Santee will be closed on January 6-7 for the "2024 Dog Haus Open" Tournament, with sign-ups available on Disc Golf Scene's website.

SeaWorld San Diego partnered with the DIRECTV Holiday Bowl to give the first 10,000 fans free park tickets, enhancing the event's fan experience and promoting tourism.

A new heli-hydrant has been installed at San Diego Zoo Safari Park to aid in wildfire response, a collaboration funded by Assemblymember Brian Maienschein and involving local authorities.

Foothills Park in San Marcos has new playground equipment for kids, enhancing the appeal for families and complementing the park's role as a hub for local trails.

San Diego announces free Winter Festival events with activities like snow play, crafts, and a chance to meet Santa at various parks and recreation centers.

Five new penguins have joined the Birch Aquarium colony in time for holidays, including two from Cincinnati and three from New Jersey, enhancing their breeding program.

Three mountain lion cubs orphaned in San Diego were rescued by a collaborative effort and will receive lifelong care at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

The Dianne Jacob Lakeside Equestrian Park opened in San Diego County, featuring family activities and an arena show, with facilities for various equestrian events.

Birch Aquarium at Scripps launches Tidepooling Adventures in San Diego, offering guided explorations to observe sea life like sea stars and octopuses with tickets available from Dec. 15.