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.

Winston, a 51-year-old silverback gorilla at San Diego Zoo Safari Park, received a heart monitor after showing signs of heart disease and recovered from COVID-19 with specialized care.

Alpine County approves plans for its first park, enhancing local outdoor and recreational spaces.

Cal Fire conducts a controlled burn in Ramona to prevent wildfires.

Join the Lakeside Equestrian Park opening on Dec 10 for family fun and horse shows

San Diego Zoos Frozen Zoo hits 11,000 cell lines milestone, aiding endangered species conservation.

Solana Beachs restoration begins Dec 4, with safety closures in place.

Birch Aquariums seahorse exhibit gets a 150k boost from La Jolla Beach Tennis Club.

SD Humane Society seeks info on abandoned horses.