San Diego man killed, three others injured in Lakeside crash

A 60-year-old man was killed and three others were injured in a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of State Route 67 and Post Hill Road in Lakeside on Tuesday morning.

First Of 3 Storms Arrives In San Diego Today

The National Weather Service says the first of three storms will head into San Diego Thursday.

One Dead After I-5 Off-Ramp Pileup Shuts Down Genesee Avenue Exit

I-5 Off-Ramp to Genesee Ave. — Reported Site of Fatal Off-Ramp Crash. One person has died after a multi-vehicle pileup shut down the Interstate 5 northbound off-ramp to Genesee Avenue in the University City area on Monday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol. A San Diego police officer performed CPR at the scene on a severely injured victim, who was later transported to a hospital and died, CHP Officer Michael Meza said.

Sheriff’s operation at Kensington thrift store ends with two suspects in custody

San Diego County sheriffs took two suspects into custody Thursday morning following a tactical operation at a Kensington thrift store.

Gunmen in Mustang Quiz Victim on Gang Ties Before Chicano Park Shooting

San Diego police are investigating a suspected gang shooting at Chicano Park after a man was injured in a shooting Monday night. The shooting was reported shortly before 11:15 p.m. at the park, which sits along National Avenue in Barrio Logan. According to a police spokesperson cited by the San...

Deadly apartment fire kills 1, injures another in Imperial Beach

One person died and another was injured after an apartment fire in Imperial Beach early Wednesday morning, according to Imperial Beach Fire Chief John French. The fire erupted and soon engulfed a two-story apartment at 721 12th St. around 3 a.m., where two people had to be transported to the hospital. At the hospital, one was pronounced dead, French said.

Man wanted for allegedly inappropriately touching 5-year-old in Mission Beach

Crime Stoppers and the San Diego Police Department are seeking the public's help to identify a 60-year-old man who allegedly inappropriately touched a 5-year-old child in Mission Beach on Nov. 4.

Family pleads for justice in cold case murder as reward increases

The family of Arthur Jordan, a South Bay barber killed in 2018, spoke publicly to request information regarding his unsolved homicide following a $50,000 reward increase.

San Diego deputy arrested over alleged inmate relationship

San Diego’s top female lifeguard claims she was banned from applying to chief role, then they gave the job to a man with a quarter of her experience

The top female lifeguard in San Diego is suing the city after she claimed she was blocked from applying for the top lifeguard role. The job ultimately went to a man who, according to the woman’s lawsuit, is substantially less qualified for the role than she is. Maureen Hodges is the city’s first and only […]

Driver wanted in El Cajon hit-and-run that claimed life of 31-year-old

Law enforcement and Crime Stoppers are seeking public help to identify a driver involved in a fatal hit-and-run that killed a 31-year-old man on State Route 67 in El Cajon.

California Locals Swear These 11 Mexican Restaurants Are Among The Best In The State

One taco counter on this list serves octopus cooked in its own ink, and it holds a Michelin star. I love that a plastic-tray kind of meal can earn that kind of respect. The surprises keep stacking up. One spot fills its kitchen with mesquite smoke for Sonora-style tacos. Another stays open until nearly 4 AM on weekends, which feels like a public service.

Former Chula Vista Schools Director Alleges Favoritism in Union Leader’s New Job

The Chula Vista Elementary School District is poised to award a senior administrative job to the leader of the district’s teachers union following an election in which the union backed the candidacies of some school board members who now will have final say over whether she gets the new job.

California's Ocean Temperatures Continue Astonishing Climb!

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — As an extremely strong El Niño continues to dominate the Pacific, abnormally warm water originating from the equator is making its way up California's shores, and with it, sending temperatures higher than we have ever measured before. After seeing the latest ocean readings off...

San Diego Zoo’s beloved African savanna elephant ‘Nipho’ passes away

The San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance announced the death of Nipho, a beloved 15-year-old endangered African savanna elephant, who passed away while receiving treatment for a short-term illness.

Residents sound alarm over Lake Hodges spillway plan

REGION — Residents upstream and downstream of Lake Hodges Dam fear increased wildfire and flooding threats if the city of San Diego moves forward with plans to lower the spillway to 280 feet. The city, which owns the dam between Escondido and Rancho Santa Fe, recently unveiled its state-approved...

Point Loma begins quest for Div. II football title

POINT LOMA – After receiving a coveted first round bye, Point Loma’s Pointers begin their quest for a CIF championship on Nov. 13 in a quarterfinal home game against Mater Dei Catholic of Chula Vista. The Pointers finished the regular season with a 7-3 record after a 17-13...

California Missions Road Trip: 21-Mission Itinerary

A California missions road trip is the oldest road trip in the state. Between 1769 and 1823, 21 Spanish missions were built along El Camino Real, the Royal Road, from San Diego to Sonoma — about a day’s journey, roughly 30 miles, apart. Today you can drive the whole chain in seven days, visiting the oldest building in San Francisco, the largest mission church in California, the chapel where Junípero Serra is buried, and the site of the Bear Flag Revolt.

San Diego Cops' Gun Test Failures Nearly Double After Range Shutdown

Twenty-five San Diego police officers failed all five of their firearm qualification shoots this year, nearly double the 13 officers who failed in 2025. Officers who flunk every attempt are pulled from patrol duty, assigned to a desk, and forced into remedial training before they can carry a badge back onto the street.