Calif. Lyft driver kidnapped, forced to go to cannabis dispensary, officials sayA Lyft driver was kidnapped by a passenger who threatened her with a gun and assaulted her during the ride.
A violent takeover robbery crew terrorized California bank tellers. Its leader was just convicted.San Diego bank robberies were violent and well-planned, resulting in significant theft but leaving lasting trauma on victims.
Calif. Lyft driver kidnapped, forced to go to cannabis dispensary, officials sayA Lyft driver was kidnapped by a passenger who threatened her with a gun and assaulted her during the ride.
A violent takeover robbery crew terrorized California bank tellers. Its leader was just convicted.San Diego bank robberies were violent and well-planned, resulting in significant theft but leaving lasting trauma on victims.
New prescribed fire started in San Diego County on March 3A new prescribed burn in San Diego County aims to prevent catastrophic wildfires.
Update: Prescribed fire LAGUNA PLACE WCSL RX in San Diego County - April 16 statusPrescribed fires, like the LAGUNA PLACE WCSL RX, help mitigate wildfire risks through controlled burns.
New prescribed fire reported in San Diego County on Jan. 8The North District Fuelbreaks Piles Wcsl prescribed fire in San Diego County aims to prevent catastrophic wildfires.
Breaking: New prescribed fire started in San Diego County on Jan. 28The Pine Valley Wcsl prescribed burn in San Diego aims to reduce wildfire risks through controlled fire methods.
New prescribed fire started in San Diego County on March 3A new prescribed burn in San Diego County aims to prevent catastrophic wildfires.
Update: Prescribed fire LAGUNA PLACE WCSL RX in San Diego County - April 16 statusPrescribed fires, like the LAGUNA PLACE WCSL RX, help mitigate wildfire risks through controlled burns.
New prescribed fire reported in San Diego County on Jan. 8The North District Fuelbreaks Piles Wcsl prescribed fire in San Diego County aims to prevent catastrophic wildfires.
Breaking: New prescribed fire started in San Diego County on Jan. 28The Pine Valley Wcsl prescribed burn in San Diego aims to reduce wildfire risks through controlled fire methods.
Bon voyage: Top San Diego lawyer collecting full pay during 4-month global cruiseRemote work can be effective even in unusual situations, as shown by a city lawyer working remotely while on a global cruise.
In staff memo, San Diego city attorney details top aide's work-at-sea arrangementJean Jordan will work remotely during her four-month cruise after being promoted in the City Attorney's Office.
Bon voyage: Top San Diego lawyer collecting full pay during 4-month global cruiseRemote work can be effective even in unusual situations, as shown by a city lawyer working remotely while on a global cruise.
In staff memo, San Diego city attorney details top aide's work-at-sea arrangementJean Jordan will work remotely during her four-month cruise after being promoted in the City Attorney's Office.
Irvine Company unloads more offices in San Diego at basement pricesIrvine Company divested its Wells Fargo Plaza for $40 million, incurring substantial losses compared to its original purchase price.
Another California city bans price-fixing' software from RealPage to set rentsSan Diego bans software employed by RealPage for allegedly colluding on rent pricing to manage high residential rents.
5.2 magnitude earthquake strikes near San Diego, USGS saysA magnitude 5.2 earthquake occurred in San Diego, impacting southern California without immediate reports of injuries or damages.
Earthquake hits San Diego at 5.2 magnitude and shakes Southern California with effects felt up to LAA 5.2-magnitude earthquake impacted Southern California, centered near San Diego.
Watch animals react to CA quake as elephants form 'alert circle,' cat confusedAnimals exhibit protective behaviors and confusion during earthquakes as shown in recent videos from San Diego.
5.2 magnitude earthquake shakes Southern CaliforniaA 5.2 magnitude earthquake hit Southern California, impacting Julian and surrounding areas.
5.2 magnitude earthquake strikes San Diego County, felt across Southern CaliforniaA 5.2 magnitude earthquake shook Southern California, centered near Julian, with no major damages reported.
Southern California rattled by earthquake of magnitude 5.2A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck near San Diego, causing alerts and prompting safety measures.This earthquake follows a previous quake measuring 3.5 in magnitude that occurred just hours earlier.
5.2 magnitude earthquake strikes near San Diego, USGS saysA magnitude 5.2 earthquake occurred in San Diego, impacting southern California without immediate reports of injuries or damages.
Earthquake hits San Diego at 5.2 magnitude and shakes Southern California with effects felt up to LAA 5.2-magnitude earthquake impacted Southern California, centered near San Diego.
Watch animals react to CA quake as elephants form 'alert circle,' cat confusedAnimals exhibit protective behaviors and confusion during earthquakes as shown in recent videos from San Diego.
5.2 magnitude earthquake shakes Southern CaliforniaA 5.2 magnitude earthquake hit Southern California, impacting Julian and surrounding areas.
5.2 magnitude earthquake strikes San Diego County, felt across Southern CaliforniaA 5.2 magnitude earthquake shook Southern California, centered near Julian, with no major damages reported.
Southern California rattled by earthquake of magnitude 5.2A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck near San Diego, causing alerts and prompting safety measures.This earthquake follows a previous quake measuring 3.5 in magnitude that occurred just hours earlier.
Cops had car towed with woman trapped inside after CA crash, $50M claim says. She diedA family filed a legal claim after a woman died, reportedly trapped in her vehicle following a crash that police failed to fully investigate.
Nearly 20% of San Diego fires likely' began by homeless encampments, data showsHomeless encampments accounted for nearly 20% of fires in San Diego last year, highlighting a significant safety concern for both communities and individuals.
San Diego Homeless Encampment Ban Pushes Many Further Away From Services | KQEDSan Diego is facing a growing issue with homeless tent encampments along freeways, raising safety and public health concerns.
Injured woman died in a wrecked van after police had it towed, $50-million claim allegesPolice negligence in failing to check for occupants led to a tragedy involving a homeless woman killed in a parked van after a crash.
The plan to turn an empty California warehouse into one of the nation's largest shelters is deadThe proposed homeless shelter near San Diego airport will not advance due to community opposition and legal concerns.
Homeless woman left to die in impounded van - because no one looked inside, family's $50M lawsuit claimsA homeless woman died after being towed without being checked for injuries, leading her family to sue for wrongful death.
Cops had car towed with woman trapped inside after CA crash, $50M claim says. She diedA family filed a legal claim after a woman died, reportedly trapped in her vehicle following a crash that police failed to fully investigate.
Nearly 20% of San Diego fires likely' began by homeless encampments, data showsHomeless encampments accounted for nearly 20% of fires in San Diego last year, highlighting a significant safety concern for both communities and individuals.
San Diego Homeless Encampment Ban Pushes Many Further Away From Services | KQEDSan Diego is facing a growing issue with homeless tent encampments along freeways, raising safety and public health concerns.
Injured woman died in a wrecked van after police had it towed, $50-million claim allegesPolice negligence in failing to check for occupants led to a tragedy involving a homeless woman killed in a parked van after a crash.
The plan to turn an empty California warehouse into one of the nation's largest shelters is deadThe proposed homeless shelter near San Diego airport will not advance due to community opposition and legal concerns.
Homeless woman left to die in impounded van - because no one looked inside, family's $50M lawsuit claimsA homeless woman died after being towed without being checked for injuries, leading her family to sue for wrongful death.
Breaking: South Fire reported in San Diego County on Feb. 20A new wildfire named South Fire was reported in San Diego County, with currently unknown containment status and cause.
Breaking: Peaceful Fire reported in San Diego County on Feb. 26A new wildfire named Peaceful Fire has been reported in San Diego County, with containment status and cause still unknown.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in San Diego County on Feb. 4A wildfire has been reported in San Diego County with no current containment efforts or determined cause.
Breaking: Friars Fire reported in San Diego County on Jan. 21The Friars Fire in San Diego County triggered immediate evacuation orders due to life-threatening conditions.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in San Diego County on Jan. 22A new wildfire has emerged in San Diego County, with no current updates on containment or cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in San Diego County on Jan. 25A new wildfire in San Diego County remains uncontained and has no determined cause.
Breaking: South Fire reported in San Diego County on Feb. 20A new wildfire named South Fire was reported in San Diego County, with currently unknown containment status and cause.
Breaking: Peaceful Fire reported in San Diego County on Feb. 26A new wildfire named Peaceful Fire has been reported in San Diego County, with containment status and cause still unknown.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in San Diego County on Feb. 4A wildfire has been reported in San Diego County with no current containment efforts or determined cause.
Breaking: Friars Fire reported in San Diego County on Jan. 21The Friars Fire in San Diego County triggered immediate evacuation orders due to life-threatening conditions.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in San Diego County on Jan. 22A new wildfire has emerged in San Diego County, with no current updates on containment or cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in San Diego County on Jan. 25A new wildfire in San Diego County remains uncontained and has no determined cause.
U.S. Navy jet crashes into San Diego Harbor; aviators rescued after ejecting from aircraftA U.S. Navy jet crashed into San Diego Harbor, with both aviators safely rescued after ejecting.
17 migrants, 1 American rescued from disabled vessel off California coastCoast Guard and Navy rescued 17 migrants and one American from a disabled vessel off San Diego.
Dramatic video shows U.S. Navy jet crashing into San Diego HarborA U.S. Navy E/A-18G Growler crashed into San Diego Harbor, but the pilots ejected safely and are in stable condition.
U.S. Navy jet crashes into San Diego Harbor; aviators rescued after ejecting from aircraftA U.S. Navy jet crashed into San Diego Harbor, with both aviators safely rescued after ejecting.
17 migrants, 1 American rescued from disabled vessel off California coastCoast Guard and Navy rescued 17 migrants and one American from a disabled vessel off San Diego.
Dramatic video shows U.S. Navy jet crashing into San Diego HarborA U.S. Navy E/A-18G Growler crashed into San Diego Harbor, but the pilots ejected safely and are in stable condition.
9-year-old California girl dies hours after dental surgeryA 9-year-old girl died hours after dental surgery, prompting an investigation by San Diego police.
If Any State Was Going to Secede, It'd Be This OneResidents of La Jolla are frustrated by road conditions and lack of support, prompting thoughts of secession from San Diego.
PatCon 13, April 10-12PatCon 13 is the largest annual patent conference, featuring keynotes and awards for leaders in patent law.The event is free for academics, students, and government attorneys.
Explore San Diego w/ Alma Hotel (Downtown's best kept secret; endless SoCal charm)Alma Hotel offers a charming Southern California experience with family-friendly amenities and engaging community events.
San Diego says digital-only coupons aren't equitable. Here's what they're doing about itSan Diego plans to ban digital-only grocery coupons to improve access for those without internet or smartphones.
Tuberculosis cases continue to increase in Southern CaliforniaSan Diego County's tuberculosis rate is more than double the national average, indicating a need for increased awareness and prevention efforts.
California county sees three teens die of the flu as cases surgeSan Diego County health officials urge flu vaccinations for children amid rising flu deaths among teenagers, all of whom were unvaccinated.
Tuberculosis cases continue to increase in Southern CaliforniaSan Diego County's tuberculosis rate is more than double the national average, indicating a need for increased awareness and prevention efforts.
California county sees three teens die of the flu as cases surgeSan Diego County health officials urge flu vaccinations for children amid rising flu deaths among teenagers, all of whom were unvaccinated.
Bird flu has decimated flocks but not at San Diego zoos. Here's how they keep condors, penguins and more safe.San Diego Zoo and Safari Park are adjusting animal diets as a preventive measure against avian flu, ensuring the health and safety of their animals.
Father arrested in 'tragic' death of his 6-day-old baby boy, California deputies sayA father has been arrested in connection with the homicide of his 6-day-old baby boy, diagnosed with blunt force trauma.
Man found dead in shallow grave was in love triangle with murder suspects, CA cops sayA woman involved in a love triangle is identified as a suspect in a murder case months after the victim was found dead in a grave.
Father arrested in 'tragic' death of his 6-day-old baby boy, California deputies sayA father has been arrested in connection with the homicide of his 6-day-old baby boy, diagnosed with blunt force trauma.
Man found dead in shallow grave was in love triangle with murder suspects, CA cops sayA woman involved in a love triangle is identified as a suspect in a murder case months after the victim was found dead in a grave.
Inside a Hoarder House Listed for $600,000: An 'Investor's Dream,' Seller ClaimsA San Diego 'hoarder home' is up for sale, much to the delight of neighbors who have felt its negative impact on their community.
Water rates in California's 2nd-biggest county may rise by 70%San Diego County's water rates are set to increase significantly, with hikes anticipated to reach up to 70% over the next several years.
Neighbor hears woman's cries as dog attacks, California reports say. 'Stop, stop!'A dog attacked a woman in San Diego, causing severe injuries while a neighbor attempted to intervene.
California city pays $2 million to woman who blamed life-altering injuries on missing stop signSan Diego will pay $2 million to a woman injured in a crash linked to a missing stop sign, highlighting municipal negligence.
Man's own three dogs attack and kill him at neighborhood park, California police sayA man was killed by what are believed to be his own dogs at a San Diego park while walking with his child.
Neighbor hears woman's cries as dog attacks, California reports say. 'Stop, stop!'A dog attacked a woman in San Diego, causing severe injuries while a neighbor attempted to intervene.
California city pays $2 million to woman who blamed life-altering injuries on missing stop signSan Diego will pay $2 million to a woman injured in a crash linked to a missing stop sign, highlighting municipal negligence.
Man's own three dogs attack and kill him at neighborhood park, California police sayA man was killed by what are believed to be his own dogs at a San Diego park while walking with his child.
Border Patrol traffic stop on I-5 yields $1 million worth of cocaineBorder Patrol seized $1.1 million worth of cocaine during a traffic stop in San Diego County.A second stop led to an 18.5-pound fentanyl seizure, demonstrating persistent drug trafficking issues.
Wife accused of killing fire captain had fatally stabbed first husbandRebecca Marodi, a well-respected firefighter, was tragically found murdered, with her wife named as the primary suspect.
Parents arrested in death of their 'severely underweight' 16-month-old, CA cops sayParents arrested for first-degree murder months after the death of their severely neglected toddler.
California detectives determine who put the body of an 81-year-old woman in a freezer, but mysteries remainThe investigation into Mary Margaret Haxby-Jones' death remains unresolved, with her cause of death undetermined and her husband involved in unlawfully concealing her body.
Parents arrested in death of their 'severely underweight' 16-month-old, CA cops sayParents arrested for first-degree murder months after the death of their severely neglected toddler.
California detectives determine who put the body of an 81-year-old woman in a freezer, but mysteries remainThe investigation into Mary Margaret Haxby-Jones' death remains unresolved, with her cause of death undetermined and her husband involved in unlawfully concealing her body.
Tiny dog reunited with family after 'heart-pounding rescue' from busy CA interstateA Chihuahua named Henry was safely rescued from a busy highway, reuniting with his family after a frantic search.
25 Absolute Best Tacos In San Diego - Tasting TableSan Diego is a top destination for taco lovers, celebrated for its rich variety and vibrant taco culture.
A Hotel del Coronado-Inspired Packing List for San Diego GetawaysHotel del Coronado undergoes a complete restoration, highlighting its historic charm and contemporary luxury.
Hotel Del Coronado shut down 367 guestrooms over a year ago. They're about to reopen with a few surprises.Hotel Del Coronado's renovation aims to blend historic charm with modern luxury, marking the largest restoration of its Victorian building to date.
The Urban Lafayette Hotel & Club Proves San Diego Is More Than Just Pretty BeachesThe Lafayette Hotel & Club features unique and colorful designs, reflecting a blend of Hollywood history and modern San Diego.
Karl Strauss brewpubs will be selling beer at $3.60 a pint on Sunday, Feb. 2Karl Strauss Brewing Company celebrates its 36th anniversary by offering core beers for $3.60.The brewery is recognized for its historical significance and community presence in California.
Assist or Resist: Local Officials Debate Trump's Mass Deportation ThreatSan Diego County is debating local protections for undocumented immigrants amidst shifts in federal immigration policies under Trump administration.
Trump's border plans unfurl in Southern California with immigration arrests, troopsFederal agents in San Diego began targeted operations to arrest undocumented immigrants as part of Trump's immigration crackdown.
A California federal court was ground zero for hashing out Trump's border policies. A repeat is likely.San Diego's federal courts served as a battleground for immigration policy enforcement and civil rights challenges during Trump's presidency.
Assist or Resist: Local Officials Debate Trump's Mass Deportation ThreatSan Diego County is debating local protections for undocumented immigrants amidst shifts in federal immigration policies under Trump administration.
Trump's border plans unfurl in Southern California with immigration arrests, troopsFederal agents in San Diego began targeted operations to arrest undocumented immigrants as part of Trump's immigration crackdown.
A California federal court was ground zero for hashing out Trump's border policies. A repeat is likely.San Diego's federal courts served as a battleground for immigration policy enforcement and civil rights challenges during Trump's presidency.
David Berger Wins Mid-States Poker Tour Stop At Sycuan Resort & CasinoDavid Berger won the Mid-States Poker Tour title at Sycuan, marking his largest tournament victory worth $87,100.The tournament attracted 474 participants, surpassing a $300,000 prize pool guarantee.
3 Small Fires Break Out in San Diego Area, Forcing EvacuationsMultiple brush fires in San Diego prompted evacuations as dangerous fire conditions persisted, with the Lilac fire burning 50 acres and posing structural threats.
Trump Allies Warn CA Leaders They Could Go to Prison over Sanctuary City LawsSan Diego's new policy on undocumented residents challenges federal immigration enforcement amid threats of legal liability from conservative groups.
San Diego politicians want to block Trump deportations. The sheriff refuses, sparking immigration battleSan Diego County's sheriff defies new immigration policy aimed at restricting cooperation with federal officials, highlighting tensions in local governance amidst federal immigration directives.
Trump Allies Warn CA Leaders They Could Go to Prison over Sanctuary City LawsSan Diego's new policy on undocumented residents challenges federal immigration enforcement amid threats of legal liability from conservative groups.
San Diego politicians want to block Trump deportations. The sheriff refuses, sparking immigration battleSan Diego County's sheriff defies new immigration policy aimed at restricting cooperation with federal officials, highlighting tensions in local governance amidst federal immigration directives.
These California homeowners paid millions to have ADUs built. The best they got were permits or port-a-potties, they say.Multitaskr Construction is accused of collecting over $10 million from homeowners for ADUs but failing to deliver any services, leading to widespread fraud allegations.
John Seidler To Take Over As Padres' Control PersonJohn Seidler is appointed as the new control person for the Padres, continuing the family's legacy of ownership.
Fierce Santa Ana winds topple big rig trucks in Southern California and push the region toward droughtSan Diego County is facing drought as Santa Ana winds dry the region further after months without substantial rainfall.
Polluted Tijuana River gets more attention, but anxious residents want more urgencyRains in south San Diego raise concerns about the polluted Tijuana River worsening air quality and health risks for residents.