Divided San Diego City Council OKs $44-a-month trash pickup fee, city’s first ever
To one council member, the fee is a way to avoid painful budget cuts elsewhere...
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Noted Scripps researcher considering move after federal grant is canceled
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
The program's long-term success will depend on how much buy-in it gets.
Encinitas may opt out of fire management agreement with Del Mar, Solana Beach
Officials will debate whether to end 16-year-old agreement and establish its own department
DC prepares for Trump’s military parade with 18 miles of fencing and 175 magnetometers
Army officials have estimated around 200,000 attendees for the evening military parade.
How much do San Diego County residents battery storage facilities?
Survey commissioned by Cleantech San Diego shows high levels of favorability, but some question the...
RFK Jr. ousts entire CDC vaccine advisory committee
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pledged to replace them with his own picks.
700 Marines from Twentynine Palms given greenlight to deploy to National Guard in L.A.
A U.S. Northern Command spokesman said the 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines were expected to head...
Trump istration urges court not to dismiss case against Wisconsin judge
Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan filed a motion seeking to dismiss the charges against...
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ ex-girlfriend says she cried for three days after reading Cassie’s lawsuit
The woman testified Monday that she felt like she was 'reading my own sexual trauma'...
California union leader David Huerta is released from custody on $50K bond
David Huerta is expected to appear in court later on Monday for a bond hearing,...
US reports another arrest of Chinese scientist with no permit to send biological material
It's the second case in days involving the alleged smuggling of biological material.
US imposes sanctions on El Chapo’s fugitive sons, offers $10 million reward for their capture
Archivaldo Ivan Guzman Salazar and Jesus Alfredo Guzman Salazar are believed to be currently located...
National Guard troops in LA is latest in long history of deployments during civil rights protests
Residents and experts say the response is reminiscent of a longstanding dynamic in the state...
Sly Stone, leader of funk revolutionaries Sly and the Family Stone, dies at 82
Stone, born Sylvester Stewart, had been in poor health in recent years.
Hells Angels member sentenced to prison for hate crime attack in Ocean Beach
Troy Scholder was one of 17 people indicted in the June 6, 2023, attack
Former El Cajon official fails to appear for 8-day jail term
New arrest warrants were issued Monday for Bessmon 'Ben' Kalasho and his wife, Jessica Kalasho.
‘Mayday, mayday’: Pilot reported problem before plane crashed off San Diego coast
The Cessna, which had six people on board, crashed shortly after taking off from San...
Judge dismisses Justin Baldoni’s lawsuit against ‘It Ends With Us’ costar Blake Lively
The judge ruled that Baldoni can’t sue Lively for defamation over claims she made in...
Driver dies after crashing into parked Jeep in Mount Hope
The 24-year-old driver lost control of his SUV on 42 Street
Georgia’s experience raises red flags for Medicaid work requirement moving through Congress
Advocates say the results so far should serve as a warning.
Foreperson’s complaints signal a divided jury at Harvey Weinstein’s retrial
The foreperson complained that jurors were talking about Weinstein's past and going beyond the charges.
Israel seized a Gaza-bound boat with Greta Thunberg on board. Can it do that?
The operation sparked accusations that Israel’s actions were a breach of international law.
Explosion at a US air base in southern Japan injures 4 Japanese soldiers
The four soldiers sustained finger injuries while working at a facility that stores unexploded ordnance.
States sue US government over deal ending ban on triggers that make some rifles fire more rapidly
The istration announced the deal last month.
Hurricane Barbara plows forward along western coast of Mexico
It's the first of the eastern Pacific hurricane season.
NATO chief calls for ‘quantum leap’ in defense and says Russia could attack in 5 years
At the moment, 22 of the 32 meet or exceed NATO’s current 2% target.
Democrats are drawing closer to the crypto industry despite Trump divisions
Big money and campaign donations flowing from cryptocurrency firms make them a political powerhouse.
US and China are holding trade talks in London after Trump’s phone call with Xi
The talks are due to last at least a day.
Southern Baptists target porn, sports betting, same-sex marriage and ‘willful childlessness’
There is also a proposed ban on churches with women pastors.
A New Orleans police officer who fatally shot a puppy will face a jury lawsuit trial
Multiple internal investigations the lethal shooting of the rescue dog was “unjustified.”
Apple unveils software redesign while reeling from AI missteps, tech upheaval and Trump’s trade war
There are nagging questions about Apple's ability to innovate and navigate other challenges.
Unsubstantiated ‘chemtrail’ conspiracy theories lead to legislation proposed in US statehouses
State legislatures are ing bills based on decades-old conspiracy theories.
NIH scientists publish declaration criticizing Trump’s deep cuts in public health research
The NIH employees' letter says, “We dissent.”
Republican senators to watch in the maneuvering over Trump’s big bill
Republican senators are airing concerns about different parts of the legislation.
Under Patel, FBI heightens focus on violent crime, illegal immigration. Other threats abound, too
Some are concerned by the shifting priorities of the FBI.
It could be a year before Tri-City voters decide Sharp partnership
Leaders say that while a special election is possible, the timing is tight
Gaza-bound aid boat with Greta Thunberg on board arrives in Israel after its seizure
The activists were protesting Israel's military offensive and its restrictions on aid into Gaza.
ABC’s Terry Moran is suspended following his social media post calling Trump and Miller haters
ABC News has suspended Terry Moran for a social media post calling Stephen Miller a...
Australian reporter hit by nonlethal round during live report from LA immigration protests
An Australian television journalist was hit in the leg by a rubber bullet while reporting...
US stocks drift higher as trade talks start with China in hopes of avoiding a recession
Treasury yields were largely holding in place.
Pentagon deploys 700 Marines to Los Angeles to respond to immigration protests
AG Rob Bonta said the state will ask for a restraining order to halt the...
Ukraine says Russia launched the biggest overnight drone bombardment of the war
Russia launched 479 drones at Ukraine in the war’s biggest overnight drone bombardment, the Ukrainian...
The Latest: Trump authorizes the deployment of additional 2,000 National Guard
By The Associated Press California Governor Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, told MSNBC that he plans...
Warner Bros. Discovery to split into two companies, dividing cable and streaming services
The Warner Bros. Discovery split is expected to be completed next year.
Some visitors report extra scrutiny at US airports as Trump’s new travel ban begins
The ban took effect on Monday.
Grossmont Union High School District to hire veteran schools leader as superintendent, amid growing scrutiny of board
Kirsten Vital Brulte has previously led large school districts in Orange County and the Bay...
Need a homeless shelter bed? There’s now an app for that.
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
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
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
Authorities said a Cessna went down in the ocean Sunday around 12:44 p.m.
Protests intensify in Los Angeles after Trump deploys hundreds of National Guard troops
of California’s National Guard were seen staging at the federal complex in downtown Los...
Anti-MAGA Republican group mobilizes in California ahead of mid
The group was founded by former Vice President Mike Pence, former House Speaker John Boehner...
A seminal documentary on race and sexuality is part of Juneteenth programming at local library
“Tongues Untied,” a 1989 documentary/performance work exploring Black gay identity, and race and sexuality is...
Only 4% of San Diego’s homeless camping ban cases have actually made it to court
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?
Recent raids in San Diego, L.A. and Minneapolis are raising questions over tactics.
Michael Smolens: La Jolla cityhood effort is more real than ever
Advocates for incorporating La Jolla believe they have a case to make to San Diego...
Taking a page from Denver, Chula Vista wants to create a sprawling campus with 3 universities
South County has half a million people and no full-service university of its own. But...
Will San Diego OK a much-criticized new trash fee, now $4 cheaper?
The council vote set for Monday could be divisive — or cancelled, if enough people...
What to know about Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to LA immigration protests
It’s not the first time Trump has activated the National Guard to quell protests.
Police investigating homicide in Oceanside
Officers were called to an area near Country Club Lane and Brooks Street about 11:15...
Fatal crash closes stretch of Interstate 5 near Camp Pendleton
Emergency crews closed multiple lanes of the freeway just after 12:45 p.m. on Saturday
Trump deploys California National Guard to LA to quell protests despite the governor’s objections
Border Patrol personnel in riot gear and gas masks stood guard outside an industrial park...
Trump says Elon Musk could face ‘serious consequences’ if he backs Democratic candidates
The dramatic rupture between the president and the world’s richest man began Thursday, with Musk’s...
UC San Diego professor shares Black history of electronic music
King James Britt, a long-time composer, producer, and performer, is part of the Juneteenth Jubilee...
Coastal Commission warns Gloria over plan to remove fire rings from San Diego beaches
Meanwhile, City Council President Joe LaCava and county Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer have offered to keep...
Gloria, Jewish groups back away from San Diego Pride over headliner Kehlani’s Gaza stance
In a letter to the groups, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria called the event's headliner...
Imperial Beach adopts budgets to weather projected ‘slower-growth environment’
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
Julio Mendez, 35, is accused of murder in the attack on Sonny Carrillo
Railroad’s failing retaining wall near Mission Bay needs emergency repairs
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
City Council worries about losing grant money while facing large capital projects
US, Chinese officials to meet in London next week for new round of trade talks
The meeting comes after a phone call between President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi...
Lawmakers call for investigation, demand answers following Buona Forchetta immigration raid
Democratic Congress sent letters to DHS and ICE denouncing raid
Ex-police chief and convicted killer who escaped from an Arkansas jail has been captured
Grant Hardin’s identity was confirmed through finger printing, the local sheriff’s office said
Will smaller San Diego lot sizes solve housing woes? New study thinks so
There is a 5,000-square-foot minimum lot requirement across more than 80% of San Diego —...
Last defendant settles civil case alleging 2021 rape by SDSU athletes
Documents of the dismissal are expected to be filed soon
Teenager arrested in connection with City Heights shooting death
The 17-year-old was arrested on suspicion of killing a 73-year-old man
X s were glued to the Musk v. Trump blowup. Could this be good for the platform?
The feud has birthed countless memes, hot takes and speculation.
![Tanjam Jacobson, of Silver Spring, Md., holds a sign saying “Citizenship is a Birthright,” Thursday, May 15, 2025, outside the Supreme Court in Washington. Jacobson is a naturalized U.S. citizen who was born in England of Indian descent, and her son was born here. “This is something that really matters,” says Jacobson, “it’s so wrong against the constitution [to take away birthright citizenship].” (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)](/wp-content/s/2025/06/Supreme_Court_Birthright_Citizenship_26310-1.jpg?w=281 "Supreme_Court_Birthright_Citizenship_26310-1")
What cases are left on the Supreme Court’s emergency docket? Here’s a look
The justices have issued orders in 13 cases so far.
5 Proud Boys sue US government over Jan. 6 prosecutions
It seeks unspecified compensatory damages plus 6% interest and $100 million plus interest in punitive...
State Dept says current US visas from travel ban countries will not be revoked
President Donald Trump’s new travel ban goes into effect next week.
Supreme Court allows DOGE team to access Social Security systems with data on millions of Americans
The justices sided Friday with the Trump istration in its first Supreme Court appeal involving...
Man charged with hate crime in Boulder attack on ‘Zionist people’ appears in federal court
Three victims remained in the hospital Friday.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia returned to the US, charged with transporting people in the country illegally
A court appearance in Nashville was set for Friday.
Encinitas may remove portions of new Santa Fe Drive roadway renovation project
Council majority directs staff to produce various options for creating wider vehicle lanes, and taking...
Trump once opened the door to the LGBTQ+ community. Now activists say he’s their top threat
Trump has engaged in what advocates say is an unprecedented assault on LGBTQ+ rights.
This Chula Vista company converted a diesel tugboat to electric power
Marine Group Boat Works hopes the conversion will spur other companies to do the same
Senate Republicans revise ban on state AI regulations in bid to preserve controversial provision
They tweaked the bill to ensure states can't regulate AI.
Poway Councilmember Tony Blain under investigation by District Attorney’s Office
A Poway sheriff's official confirmed the investigation, three days after Blain was detained by officers...
HBCUs depend on federal funding. Their leaders are walking a tightrope on Trump’s DEI attacks
HBCUs have not yet faced cuts to federal grants like some Ivy League schools.
Man fatally shot by San Diego police officer in Ocean Beach identified
Jacob Lyle Epple, 32, was shot while approaching officers with a knife, police said
Deadly Russian bombardment of Ukraine further dampens hopes for peace
The attack Friday killed at least four people and injured about 50 others.