Noted Scripps researcher considering move after federal grant is canceled By Paul Sisson June 9, 2025 at 10:03 p.m. Kristian Andersen, co-author of a controversial paper on COVID origins, said new federal rules hinder...
App for finding homeless shelter beds expands throughout San Diego County By Blake Nelson June 9, 2025 at 6:34 p.m. The program's long-term success will depend on how much buy-in it gets.
San Diego man sentenced for sending threat to LGBTQ victim who spoke out after Pride flag killing By Alex Riggins June 9, 2025 at 4:54 p.m. Victim appeared in KTLA story about slaying of Laura Carleton in Lake Arrowhead area
La Jolla crime and public safety news: Fireworks, police blotter, more By Ashley Mackin Solomon June 9, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. Crime and public safety
Encinitas may opt out of fire management agreement with Del Mar, Solana Beach By Barbara Henry June 9, 2025 at 3:39 p.m. Officials will debate whether to end 16-year-old agreement and establish its own department
Hells Angels member sentenced to prison for hate crime attack in Ocean Beach By City News Service June 9, 2025 at 10:06 p.m. Troy Scholder was one of 17 people indicted in the June 6, 2023, attack
‘Mayday, mayday’: Pilot reported problem before plane crashed off San Diego coast By Karen Kucher June 9, 2025 at 9:54 p.m. The Cessna, which had six people on board, crashed shortly after taking off from San...
Driver dies after crashing into parked Jeep in Mount Hope By City News Service June 9, 2025 at 4:51 p.m. The 24-year-old driver lost control of his SUV on 42 Street
La Jolla exhibit to showcase Kumeyaay past, present and future By Ashley Mackin Solomon June 9, 2025 at 11:32 a.m. The 'Kumeyaay Visual Storytelling Project' show is based on two graphic novels that offer Indigenous-led...
It could be a year before Tri-City voters decide Sharp partnership By Paul Sisson June 9, 2025 at 8:04 a.m. Leaders say that while a special election is possible, the timing is tight
Need a homeless shelter bed? There’s now an app for that. By Blake Nelson June 9, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. A new program lets outreach workers reserve emergency beds in the same way that tourists...
It will now be easier for Oceanside City Council to overturn Planning Commission votes By Phil Diehl June 9, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. City staff says 'de novo' hearings will save time and simplify procedures for hearing appeals
Bicyclist dies after being hit by a car while crossing Escondido street By City News Service June 8, 2025 at 6:59 p.m. The man was crossing west of the intersection of East Valley Parkway and Ash Street...
Small plane carrying six crashes off the coast of Sunset Cliffs By Karen Kucher June 9, 2025 at 9:54 p.m. Authorities said a Cessna went down in the ocean Sunday around 12:44 p.m.
14-year-old La Jollan finds her voice in songwriting By Noah Lyons June 8, 2025 at 8:01 a.m. Caroline Lobbin's newest release, 'Rollercoasters,' will be one of the songs on her set list...
Anti-MAGA Republican group mobilizes in California ahead of mid By Kaitlyn Schallhorn June 9, 2025 at 2:16 p.m. The group was founded by former Vice President Mike Pence, former House Speaker John Boehner...
The Old Globe opens Shakespeare season with unconventional ‘All’s Well’ By David L. Coddon June 9, 2025 at 8:02 a.m. The outdoor production will take a fresh look at the rarely performed comedy about obsessive...
Dads and daughters at the heart of La Jolla Playhouse’s ‘Indian Princesses’ By David L. Coddon June 8, 2025 at 7:37 p.m. The world premiere play was inspired by playwright's own experiences in a Native American-themed adventure...
Pointeworks dance company returns with female-centered ‘Ballet Nights’ By Marcia Luttrell June 8, 2025 at 7:32 p.m. The La Jolla dance concert will include a piece featuring three sibling ballerinas from New...
San Diego musicians reflect, 5 years later, on the pandemic that paused their careers By George Varga June 9, 2025 at 12:27 p.m. Laura Chavez, Claudia Gomez, Gregory Page, Victoria Robertson and Richard Sellers overcame significant challenges during...
Only 4% of San Diego’s homeless camping ban cases have actually made it to court By Blake Nelson June 9, 2025 at 10:09 p.m. The City Attorney's Office declined to prosecute the vast majority of tickets and arrests made...
Are SWAT-style workplace immigration raids the norm or a new escalation in force? By Alex Riggins June 9, 2025 at 11:31 a.m. Recent raids in San Diego, L.A. and Minneapolis are raising questions over tactics.
Outdoors: Mark your calendar for the summer solstice By Ernie Cowan June 8, 2025 at 5:02 a.m. The summer solstice on June 20 signifies the beginning of prime time for birds, butterflies...
Taking a page from Denver, Chula Vista wants to create a sprawling campus with 3 universities By Gary Robbins June 9, 2025 at 6:20 a.m. South County has half a million people and no full-service university of its own. But...
All-female SDG&E crew makes local history at ‘rodeo’ competition By Lori Weisberg June 7, 2025 at 5:15 p.m. In a first for the annual Gas & Lineworker Rodeo, three women compete alongside their...
UC San Diego unveils course-inspired collaborative mural By Noah Lyons June 7, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. 'Earth and Water: We Are the Watershed,' consisting of over 10 paintings telling a singular...
UC San Diego professor shares Black history of electronic music By Lisa Deaderick June 8, 2025 at 5:39 a.m. King James Britt, a long-time composer, producer, and performer, is part of the Juneteenth Jubilee...
Imperial Beach adopts budgets to weather projected ‘slower-growth environment’ By Tammy Murga June 6, 2025 at 6:20 p.m. The budgets for the next two fiscal years include investments in public safety, storm drains...
Man pleads not guilty in 2011 San Diego stabbing death By Teri Figueroa June 6, 2025 at 5:26 p.m. Julio Mendez, 35, is accused of murder in the attack on Sonny Carrillo
To name or not to name: Bird Rock debates key detail of monument signs project By Noah Lyons June 7, 2025 at 2:20 p.m. Community Council hears objections to the board's decision to omit the words 'Bird Rock' from...
Ham on Wry: Brother keeps digging at San Diego move By Irv Erdos June 6, 2025 at 4:51 p.m. In Brooklyn, brother has to deal with winter's snow-covered streets and parking woes, and soaring...
Railroad’s failing retaining wall near Mission Bay needs emergency repairs By Phil Diehl June 6, 2025 at 4:40 p.m. Work could cost $15 million to fix part of double-track section completed in 2020
Oceanside approves FY ’26 city budget with an eye on KOCT By Phil Diehl June 6, 2025 at 3:58 p.m. City Council worries about losing grant money while facing large capital projects
Lawmakers call for investigation, demand answers following Buona Forchetta immigration raid By Alexandra Mendoza June 6, 2025 at 8:26 p.m. Democratic Congress sent letters to DHS and ICE denouncing raid
Last defendant settles civil case alleging 2021 rape by SDSU athletes By Teri Figueroa June 6, 2025 at 4:48 p.m. Documents of the dismissal are expected to be filed soon
Teenager arrested in connection with City Heights shooting death By Caleb Lunetta June 6, 2025 at 2:41 p.m. The 17-year-old was arrested on suspicion of killing a 73-year-old man
La Jolla planners hear concerns e of seawalls By Ashley Mackin Solomon June 6, 2025 at 2:40 p.m. Surfrider Foundation advocates 'moving infrastructure and property [developments] off the coast' to reduce seawall use,...
Encinitas may remove portions of new Santa Fe Drive roadway renovation project By Barbara Henry June 7, 2025 at 9:20 a.m. Council majority directs staff to produce various options for creating wider vehicle lanes, and taking...
Fees waived for Adopt-a-Pet Day, summer shelter hours extended By Linda Mcintosh June 6, 2025 at 10:32 a.m. San Diego Humane Society and Rancho Coastal Humane Society among shelters in California waiving adult...
Man fatally shot by San Diego police officer in Ocean Beach identified By City News Service June 6, 2025 at 10:22 a.m. Jacob Lyle Epple, 32, was shot while approaching officers with a knife, police said
Brewery Rowe: San Diego retirees are now beer-walking hobbyists By Peter Rowe June 6, 2025 at 6:00 a.m. Also this week, Madfriars hosts hop run tours, beer events an quick-sips, early summer brews
North Coast Rep’s ‘Birthday Candles’ follows woman’s life for 90 years By David L. Coddon June 6, 2025 at 6:00 a.m. The one-act play by Noah Haidle stars Margot White, who appeared last year in the...
9-year-old dental patient’s death after anesthesia deemed an accident By Karen Kucher June 6, 2025 at 5:01 a.m. The medical examiner's office says the girl's death was caused by a blood disorder.
Community events in San Diego County: From Greek Festival to Philippine cultural celebration By Linda Mcintosh June 6, 2025 at 7:35 a.m. A sneak peek at street fairs, festivals, concerts, performances, art shows, library events, community...
Founder of San Diego-based GirlsDoPorn pleads guilty to sex-trafficking conspiracy By Alex Riggins June 5, 2025 at 6:37 p.m. Michael James Pratt is last co-conspirator to it guilt
La Jolla High players help rugby club make team history with national championship By Noah Lyons June 5, 2025 at 6:25 p.m. The San Diego Mustangs beat the defending champion for the first title in their 21...
Witnesses detain alleged gunman after shot fired outside UEI Oceanside campus By Caleb Lunetta June 5, 2025 at 5:54 p.m. No injuries were reported after at least one round was fired
San Diego County organizations win seven Proposition 1 grants By Paul Sisson June 5, 2025 at 5:45 p.m. Awards for mental health and drug treatment total $185 million, second most in the state,
Encinitas to explore more ways for Pacific View Arts Center to generate revenue By Barbara Henry June 6, 2025 at 3:15 a.m. The 1-year-old facility in the city's downtown features seven classrooms
San Diego federal jury deadlocks in trial of sheriff’s deputy who shot fleeing man in back By Alex Riggins June 5, 2025 at 3:37 p.m. Judge declared a mistrial after jury ended hung on civil rights violations
Suspected DUI crash in Chula Vista sends driver, 3 engers to hospital By Caleb Lunetta June 5, 2025 at 1:48 p.m. Investigators alleged the driver was drunk when he struck a concrete pillar
‘ion for learning’: Bishop’s School top grad shares secrets to her success By Ashley Mackin Solomon June 5, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. Muping Wang, winner of the Harvard Cup for highest cumulative GPA, says she wanted to...
Suspected DUI driver arrested after one dies in Pacific Beach crash By Karen Kucher June 5, 2025 at 12:38 p.m. A enger in a Corvette was killed Wednesday night
Review: Moonlight’s ‘Waitress’ serves up laughs and melancholy By Pam Kragen June 6, 2025 at 2:15 p.m. The Sara Bareilles-scored musical is making its San Diego regional premiere at the Vista amphitheater
Balance is key for La Jolla Country Day School top graduate Ayla Desai By Ashley Mackin Solomon June 6, 2025 at 12:59 p.m. Being able to explore her interests while taking challenging classes culminated in the Trustees’ Award...
San Diego arts roundup: Hop aboard for TuYo Theatre’s immersive ‘La Llorona’ By David L. Coddon June 5, 2025 at 6:02 a.m. Also this week, a silent film at the Balboa Theatre, blues festival in East Village,...
‘The Children’s Bridge’ naming proposal is on pause. What’s next? By Noah Lyons June 4, 2025 at 6:05 p.m. A teacher at La Jolla's The Children's School says she and students will work to...
Former Encinitas middle-school campus supervisor sentenced to prison in molestation case By City News Service June 5, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. Omar Hernandez Galeana, 22, was arrested pleaded guilty to sex-related charges
Suspect in 2011 Lincoln Park slaying found in Mexico, returned to San Diego By Teri Figueroa June 4, 2025 at 5:26 p.m. An arrest warrant was issued 14 years ago for Julio Mendez
Sheriff’s border crime team seizes nearly 4 tons of meth in South County By Teri Figueroa June 4, 2025 at 3:44 p.m. Haul marks the second largest meth bust in the team's 16-year history
Alleged bank robber arrested in traffic stop in Escondido By City News Service June 4, 2025 at 2:04 p.m. The robber took about $1,000 from a U.S. Bank then fled in a Prius, police...
Review: OnStage Playhouse’s ‘White Guy on the Bus’ pulls no punches By Pam Kragen June 4, 2025 at 5:17 p.m. The dark five-character, time-traveling play examines privilege, prejudice and race
Michelin Guide Mexico crowns two more Valle de Guadalupe restaurants with stars By Pam Kragen June 4, 2025 at 2:51 p.m. Now in its second year, the Mexico Michelins honors reduced the number of its recommended...
Driver dies after hitting parked forklift in Barrio Logan By City News Service June 4, 2025 at 9:08 a.m. The 24-year-old died and two engers in the vehicle suffered minor injuries
Review: At newly opened Lilo, fun is just as important as the food By Pam Kragen June 5, 2025 at 7:54 a.m. The Carlsbad fine-dining restaurant takes diners on an engaging and immersive three-stage culinary journey
Desmond votes against his own resolution on sewage crisis By Tammy Murga June 4, 2025 at 4:26 p.m. County supervisor opposed changes. ''We gotta come across with some tough language.'
SeaWorld annual holders could be owed money, thanks to $1.5M class action settlement By Lori Weisberg June 6, 2025 at 3:57 p.m. The settlement, which still needs court approval, revolves around claims by San Diego holders that...
La Jolla Cove working group creates five-point public access plan to present to San Diego By Ashley Mackin Solomon June 3, 2025 at 5:13 p.m. The proposal to address human/sea lion interactions includes improved signage, a script for tour buses,...
Thunder and lightning likely to hit San Diego County on Tuesday night By Gary Robbins June 4, 2025 at 6:19 a.m. Forecasters say people should seek shelter immediately if they either see lightning or hear thunder.
Community Calendar: La Jolla meetings and more, June 5-13 By La Jolla Light June 3, 2025 at 3:47 p.m. Weekly and monthly events, plus blood drives
Police investigating fatal shooting in City Heights By Karen Kucher June 3, 2025 at 3:54 p.m. Someone called 911 shortly after 3:20 a.m. to report the shooting, which occurred on Olive...
La Jolla Business Roundup: Reopenings newcomers in time for summer By Noah Lyons June 3, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. Looking ahead to the fall, a new Italian restaurant is anticipated to open near La...
La Jolla News Nuggets: Countdown menu, research grants, dance prize, Conrad residencies, more By Noah Lyons June 3, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. News and events in brief
A year after James Hubbell’s ing, Ilan-Lael Foundation carries on his legacy By Pam Kragen June 3, 2025 at 8:13 a.m. The artist's Julian-area home-turned-arts-center is welcoming guests for a Father's Day open house
All the News That’s Fit: Body dysmorphia, career psychopaths and healing plants By Scott Lafee June 3, 2025 at 5:31 a.m. Columnist Scott LaFee covers the educational and quirky health news of the week.
Woman gets 11 years for Del Mar DUI crash that killed boyfriend By Teri Figueroa June 3, 2025 at 10:21 a.m. Elizabeth Brooks pleaded guilty in the 2024 crash that killed John Fraser, 62
South I-5 traffic into Mexico reopens after being blocked by Tijuana teachers By Karen Kucher June 2, 2025 at 6:35 p.m. All traffic on southbound I-5 was briefly diverted off at Camino de la Plaza in...
Review: New Village’s stages a towering ‘Mountaintop’ By Pam Kragen June 3, 2025 at 1:21 p.m. The well-acted and visually stunning production is one of Carlsbad theater's best
La Jolla tide pool enthusiasts help kick off statewide public science project By Ashley Mackin Solomon June 2, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. The month-long Snapshot Cal Coast initiative invites volunteers to take photos of tide pool species...
Stabbing leads to SWAT incident in San Diego neighborhood By City News Service June 2, 2025 at 3:02 p.m. Officers surrounded a home near Winchester Street and Rachael Avenue Monday morning
La Jolla crime and public safety news: Car crashes into bench and tree; police blotter By Ashley Mackin Solomon June 2, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Crime and public safety
Tip alleging undocumented workers prompted ICE raid at Buona Forchetta, warrant says By Alex Riggins June 2, 2025 at 8:27 p.m. Federal agents suspected 19 of 40 workers at the South Park restaurant weren't authorized
State senator recognizes La Jolla student for eco-friendly sunscreen By Noah Lyons June 2, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. Martin Valkanov, a seventh-grader at San Diego French-American School, created the sunscreen at home and...
Hike of the week: Take an hour to enjoy Navajo Canyon’s native vegetation and peace By Maura Fox June 2, 2025 at 6:01 a.m. The 2.3-mile out-and-back hike is easy, but hikers will need to navigate a few stream...
Is Charley Crockett country music’s next big 40-year-old thing? By Tribune News Service June 2, 2025 at 6:01 a.m. The fast-rising singer-songwriter will perform Friday at Harrah's Rincon Southern California resort in Valley Center
Coolers, scopes, sequencers: San Diego County opens new public health lab By Paul Sisson June 2, 2025 at 7:17 a.m. $93 million investment is expected to enhance the speed and depth of local public health...
Crews gain ground on Pala brush fire, expect full containment Monday By David Garrick June 1, 2025 at 8:47 p.m. The Henderson fire started Friday and destroyed a travel trailer and forced the evacuation of...
Police investigating apparent gunfight in Linda Vista By David Garrick June 1, 2025 at 11:05 a.m. Officers found shell casings in front of a house after receiving multiple reports of gunshots...
Police fatally shoot man in Ocean Beach after pursuit ends in a crash By City News Service June 1, 2025 at 4:23 p.m. Officers initially were called to check on the man, who was standing in the middle...
New UC San Diego student-run club roots students in nature and restfulness By Noah Lyons June 1, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. Rooted @ UCSD began this spring as a way to encourage students to find solace...
San Diego playwright readies spooky ‘Point Loma’ play for off-Broadway run By Pam Kragen June 1, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. Tim Mulligan based his script on a real-life haunted home near Liberty Station in Point...
Flute innovator Claire Chase’s musical field of dreams began on a San Diego baseball field By George Varga June 2, 2025 at 8:55 a.m. The San Diego native is one of the most innovative and acclaimed flutists in the...
Homelessness counts can be confusing. Here’s how 5 work. By Blake Nelson June 1, 2025 at 10:19 a.m. Each approach has pros and cons when it comes to quantifying a diverse population.
Federal money allocated to finish key Oceanside shoreline study By Phil Diehl June 1, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. Congressman Levin says long-awaited project will conclude in 2026 with recommendation for sand replenishment project
Motorcyclist dies after crash with truck on State Route 67 near Poway By Jayne Yutig May 31, 2025 at 10:52 p.m. The rider was traveling along State Route 67 near Ellie Lane when he crashed head-on...
Barrio Logan’s César Chávez Park celebrated with performers, vendors and free food By Lori Weisberg May 31, 2025 at 5:50 p.m. Port of San Diego sponsors "A Day at the Park" series to bring attention to...
Chula Vista bartender, musician mines restaurant career for material for the small screen By Lisa Deaderick May 31, 2025 at 6:01 a.m. Theodore “Ted” Holmes III has worked in restaurants and been making music since he was...
Homelessness went down in most cities. So what’s up with El Cajon? By Blake Nelson May 31, 2025 at 5:01 a.m. The count for East County's largest city has left local leaders frustrated and some service...
Proposed Encinitas budget projects nearly $5 million in new revenue By Barbara Henry May 31, 2025 at 10:53 a.m. New or expanded programs will add about $1.9 million in expenses to the proposed budget
Brush fire quickly spreads, forces evacuations in Pala By Caleb Lunetta May 31, 2025 at 12:33 p.m. Evacuations were ordered east of Henderson Road and around Magee Road