Deadly apartment fire kills one, 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 burned within 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.

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.

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.

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...

Escondido police officer granted diversion in fatal on-duty crash

ESCONDIDO — An Escondido police officer charged with misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter in a fatal on-duty crash last year was granted misdemeanor diversion Friday. The case could be dismissed if he completes the court-ordered terms. Jason Ingco, 36, was charged in connection with the Aug. 21, 2025, collision that killed...

Rancho Santa Margarita Woman, 68, Dies After Solo Crash on Rural SR-79

A 68-year-old Rancho Santa Margarita woman is dead after her motorcycle veered off a rural stretch of State Route 79 near Warner Springs and slammed into a boulder, killing her at the scene. The solo crash happened around 10:15 a.m. Saturday as she rode south through the winding San Diego County highway on a 2020 Harley-Davidson.

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.

1 Dead, Search For Hit And Run Driver In East County Continues.

A search for a hit and run driver in a deadly crash in the East County continues.

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...

Civil rights lawsuit against San Diego police moves forward following Gaslamp Quarter arrest

A judge has allowed a civil rights lawsuit against the city of San Diego to proceed following a July 2025 incident in the Gaslamp Quarter involving allegations of excessive force by police officers.

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.

Deputy Arrested Sheriff’s Investigation Leads to Arrest.

A San Diego County Sheriff’s Deputy has been arrested on suspicion of engaging in a sexual relationship with an incarcerated person. A Sheriff’s employee brought forward concerns that inappropriate actions might be occurring between a deputy and an incarcerated person at the Las Colinas Detention and Reentry Facility. The Sheriff’s Sexual Assault Unit immediately began to investigate the allegations.

Authorities seek help identifying five cold case victims, including children

Five unidentified individuals were found dead over three decades ago.

San Diego lifeguard captain sues over chief appointment

A lawsuit has been filed alleging gender discrimination following the appointment of Daniel Orloff as the new San Diego Lifeguards chief.

Three North County Mayoral Races Flip

NORTH COUNTY — Three mayoral races have flipped since Election Night as the Blue tsunami continues to roll through local races. With more than 1 million ballots counted countywide, voter turnout at 53%, and 185,000 ballots still outstanding, several high-profile races remain unsettled. The biggest of those are the mayoral races in Encinitas, Escondido, San Marcos and Vista.

San Diego man started a small pizza business in his apartment after being laid off, and now he makes 15 a week and sells out in under 30 seconds

A waitlist of 1,500 people is chasing 15 pizzas a week from a single Ocean Beach apartment in San Diego. According to Axios, AJ Miller began selling pies after losing his marketing job. The list grew from 75 to 1,500 names in a single week, and each batch of orders is claimed within half a […]

MTS moves to adopt new penalty program for passenger violations

The Metropolitan Transit System board of directors approved a new administrative penalty program for fare evasion and certain passenger conduct violations on Oct. 15, according to a press release from the agency. Under the program, eligible citations will be moved out of the criminal court system and into an administrative review process instead. Riders who receive these citations will pay a fine and can contest it through the agency rather than face a criminal charge. This process is similar to how San Diego handles parking tickets as civil matters and not crimes.

San Diego approves massive Midway Rising development project

The San Diego City Council on Monday has “agreed to trade its sprawling sports property” in the Midway District for desired public benefits after it “took all the actions required to approve the complex Midway Rising transaction” following a “marathon meeting that extended for more than seven hours.” The city leaders “unanimously voted to approve” a 105-year lease and redevelopment deal for the 48.5-acre property with master developer Midway Rising. The development team is planning to build 4,254 residential units, a 16,000-seat replacement arena and more commercial space, parks, plazas and public space. Midway Rising is composed of market-housing builder Zephyr, affordable housing developer Chelsea Investment Corp., and sports-and-entertainment venue operator Legends. The Kroenke Group, a subsidiary of billionaire Stan Kroenke’s real estate firm, is the entity’s lead investor and limited partner. The city’s timeline is “structured around a 2029 construction start date.” The project is “expected to be completed in its entirety by 2050,” according to the city’s phasing plan (SAN DIEGO UNION-TRIBUNE, 11/9).

How to watch San Diego State vs. Bethune-Cookman basketball: Live stream, game time and radio

The San Diego State Aztecs look to improve to 3-0 when they host the winless Bethune-Cookman Wildcats in a Veterans Day matinee game on Wednesday at Viejas Aren

Burned Mountain View building in the center of legal dispute with city of San Diego