Paul Donn, a 36-year-old silverback gorilla with a distinct red hair patch, has been introduced as the new leader at San Diego Zoo Safari Park's Gorilla Forest, alongside 44-year-old female gorilla Jessica.

San Diego seeks to redevelop Mission Bay Park's underused areas including Marina Village, Sportsmen's Seafood, and Dana Landing, focusing on public enjoyment rather than residential development.

San Diego proposes a paid parking plan for Balboa Park to manage the area's parking issues, focusing on maintenance funding and balancing accessibility with new revenue.

San Diego Zoo welcomes Tasmanian devils, Flotsam and Jetsam, from Aussie Ark, enhancing visitor experiences during Nighttime Zoo and contributing to conservation efforts against threats like Devil Facial Tumor Disease.

The Port of San Diego celebrates Parks and Recreation Month with July events, recognizing the role of parks and announcing new green spaces and projects.

San Diego City Council approves $8 million in park upgrades funded by a SeaWorld settlement, including renovations to Robb Field's facilities and other community projects.

The 10th annual Warrior Hike Challenge invites hikers to tackle El Cajon Mountain during Memorial Day weekend, offering various distances and a commemorative coin for finishers.

An orphaned bear cub found in Los Padres National Forest by campers is recovering at the San Diego Humane Society's Ramona Wildlife Center. Efforts to reintegrate it into the wild include using bear suits for care to prevent bonding with humans.

San Diego may update its city flower to the native blue-eyed grass, following a campaign and public vote. The city council will vote on this change on April 22nd.

African elephants at San Diego Zoo Safari Park formed a protective circle around their calves during a 5.2 magnitude earthquake, demonstrating their natural instincts and social bonds.

The San Diego Zoo introduces Miso-Chi, an 8-year-old fishing cat from Denver, highlighting the species' swimming abilities and the conservation challenges they face.

San Diego launches spring activities with egg hunts, crafts, and scavenger hunts until April 19, emphasizing outdoor family fun as per the Parks and Recreation Department.

Sweetwater Park opens in Chula Vista, featuring nature playgrounds, walkways, and ecological considerations, as part of a larger bayfront redevelopment.