Ham on Wry: Providence, perseverance, existence: One family’s miracle exodus
Parents were able to arrive safely in America during a tumultuous period in history.
North County
Sunny skies forecast for San Diego County this weekend once storm clears
The recent rain storm brought an average of 1 inch of precipitation to communities throughout...
![Encinitas Mayor Bruce Ehlers, who was elected to his post in November, will give two State of the City addresses this month — one at a ticketed event hosted by the city’s Chamber of Commerce and the other during a City Council meeting one week later. Ehlers and the city’s deputy mayor — Councilmember Joy Lyndes — will both attend the annual Encinitas Chamber of Commerce event on March 20, and Ehlers will give a roughly 25-minute, live speech at that event, he said. The other three council members — Jim O’Hara, Marco San Antonio and Luke Shaffer — will […]](https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/SUT-L-Ehlers-16x9-1.jpg?w=140 "Encinitas Mayor Bruce Ehlers, who was elected to his post in November, will give two State of the City addresses this month — one at a ticketed event hosted by the city’s Chamber of Commerce and the other during a City Council meeting one week later. Ehlers and the city’s deputy mayor — Councilmember Joy Lyndes — will both attend the annual Encinitas Chamber of Commerce event on March 20, and Ehlers will give a roughly 25-minute, live speech at that event, he said. The other three council members — Jim O’Hara, Marco San Antonio and Luke Shaffer — will […]")
New structure planned for Encinitas State of the City address
Encinitas Mayor Bruce Ehlers, who was elected to his post in November, will give two...
Last big storm of winter slows traffic to a crawl, sends students home early and pelts San Diego County with hail
By Friday morning, 6 inches of snow is expected in the upper reaches of the...
Oceanside considers changes to appeals process; building industry opposed
Remake would allow broader basis for overturning commission's decision
Man who sexually assaulted victims lured through Grindr sentenced to prison
Tobias Bartee posed as another person on the dating app, then attacked the men who...
Encinitas deputy mayor to take two-month leave to care for husband with cancer
Councilmember Joy Lyndes to step away from city and regional meetings
Nonprofits receive $68,000 in grants from church foundation
Kingdom Builder Foundation gives $68,000 to seven area nonprofits for mission work
Community events in San Diego County: From Fiesta de la Cuadrilla to chili cookoff
A sneak peek at upcoming San Diego community events, including street fairs, festivals, concerts, performances,...
Coast Guard rescues migrants from drifting vessel 60 miles off San Diego coast
The boat was found Tuesday morning, and migrants were hoisted aboard a Coast Guard helicopter...
Fairgrounds to resume affordable housing negotiations with Del Mar
Dispute over train tunnel route settled by recent SANDAG decision on possible routes
Heavy rain snarling freeway traffic across much of San Diego County
The system will drop 6 to 12 inches of snow in the mountains above 5,000...
Del Mar Grandstand Stage 2025 concerts to feature Ziggy Marley, Maxwell, Yeah Yeah Yeahs
The San Diego County Fair's 2025 Toyota Summer Concert Series on the Corona Grandstand Stage...
30 motorcyclists have bikes impounded following freeway stunt rides
The group did tricks and blocked traffic from Lincoln Park to Solana Beach Saturday
Carlsbad public art project meetings postponed
Statue planned as part of improvements to I-5 underpass at Barrio entrance
Rider dies in ATV crash in Ramona
A rider on an all-terrain vehicle died after the vehicle flipped over and caught fire...
Heavy rain expected across San Diego County until about 9 p.m. Tuesday
The foul weather could prevent people from seeing a total lunar eclipse late Thursday.
Carlsbad approves 5 traffic circles for downtown Barrio neighborhood
Improvements are expected to reduce speeding on residential streets
Pedestrian dies after being struck by vehicle in Encinitas
A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a vehicle on Jupiter Street near North...
Investigators seeking sedan involved in serious San Marcos collision
Deputies are trying to find the driver of a white sedan involved in a collision...
Pedestrian dies after being struck by vehicle in Escondido
A woman, estimated to be about 60 years old, died after a vehicle struck her...
Escondido council brainstorms priorities: a homeless shelter, repairs, a new flag
The city expects to raise $28 million annually through new sales tax
Train tracks likely to stay on Del Mar bluffs for decades even if another route is added
Current route could remain long after realignment is completed, transit official says
Sharing their story of murder, redemption and forgiveness with youth across the country
Teens visiting Vista court heard from Tony Hicks, who was 14 when he killed Azim...
UCSD Health loans struggling Palomar Health $20 million
Borrowing comes nearly one year after North County medical provider borrowed $25 million from Sharp...
Release of sexually violent predator delayed after Julian housing offer rescinded
A judge on Friday denied Gary Snavely's request to be released without a fixed residence
San Diego inmate accused of killing accomplice in previous prison yard slaying
Tyler Yates is accused of killing Jake Kennedy after the two were already accused of...
Man who hit Carlsbad police officer in head with skateboard sentenced
Kyle McCord attacked Officer Michael McKinney from behind on the night of March 29 at...
Nighttime smuggling attempt stopped after shots disable panga engine
Maritime agents shot and disabled the engine when the panga crew refused to stop Tuesday...
Community events in San Diego County: From Mariachi Festival to Art for All exhibit
A sneak peek at upcoming San Diego community events, including street fairs, festivals, concerts, performances,...
Encinitas appoints Jennifer Campbell to be city manager
Council opts to make interim manager permanent and forgo outside search
Navy wraps up jet crash salvage work in San Diego Bay
The Navy says it has completed its salvage and recovery operations of a wrecked Navy...
Here’s how much rain fell in 30 San Diego County communities before dawn Thursday
A second wave of rain is expected to pass through the county on Thursday night.
Tips sought in theft of jewelry and collectable coins in Ramona winery burglary
The thieves stole stole nearly $15,000 in goods from a residence at the Hatfield Creek...
Elton John Petco Park ‘Curebound’ concert tickets go on sale Friday for general public
The fundraising concert has the potential to be the highest-grossing stadium show in San Diego...
Report of suspicious package in Encinitas deemed to be unfounded
All rail service at the station was halted Thursday morning as deputies checked out the...
The Dish: Check out these four new restaurants, and Lana coming soon
Lana will soon join Rustic Root, Better Buzz, Burger Bench and Taco Stand, and James...
Former Addison chefs are exploring Chinese cuisine and culture at Oceanside’s 24 Suns
Nicholas Webber and Jacob Jordan have turned their longtime pop-up concept into a full-fledged restaurant-bar
Coastal train service to be suspended two weekends this month
Down time allows completion of routine and long-term maintenance work
La Jolla window-cleaning business brings Coastal Clarity to brothers’ career path
David and Chris Kunz, ages 20 and 25, team up to offer window and solar...
First of 3 storms begins dropping much-needed rain across San Diego County
By the time it leaves Friday, it could drop more than 1 inch of rain...
Witnesses and phone data lead to suspect in North County fires
The Lilac fire, which forced middle-of-the-night evacuations, burned near Bonsall just after midnight Jan. 21
1 dead after train and vehicle collide in Escondido
The incident was reported just before 1:10 p.m. near the intersection of Enterprise Street and...
Del Mar asks to renew fairgrounds housing negotiations after spat over train tunnel
Fair board suspended talks because of city's position on proposed tunnel
Late winter storm to hit San Diego County with rain and snow Wednesday
Coastal areas could get half an inch of rain or more, and Mount Laguna could...
Review: Funny and smart ‘Constitution’ starkly shows the flaws of 237-year-old document
North Coast Repertory Theatre is presenting the San Diego premiere of the most-produced play in...
San Diego’s self-described ‘king of coke’ sentenced for trafficking drugs, recruiting cartel hitmen
Prosecutors said Rudy Silva was a prolific drug trafficker who ordered a cartel 'sicario' to...
Gray fox injured in brush fire returned to the wild after rehab in Ramona
The gray fox was released back into the wild in Orange County on Monday after...
Stolen car carrying six teens crashes into Camp Pendleton barriers after chase
The teens were taken to hospitals with unknown injuries after the crash, police said
Crews begin removing once-popular Escondido playground from Grape Day Park
Vinehenge was installed in 2004, and inspections have found it unsafe to use
Ocean inlet to San Elijo Lagoon reopened, at least temporarily
Larger sand removal project awaiting arrival of aquatic dredging equipment
Encinitas revenue for current fiscal year looking better than expected
Mid-year assessment found sales tax figures down, but cannabis taxes and other revenue higher than...
Dramatic roles and demanding challenges inspire City Ballet’s ‘Swan Lake II’
Dance concerts in San Diego and Escondido will also include the premiere of Elizabeth Wistrich's...
Outdoors: Seeing a common yellowthroat not that common
Trying to catch a photo of the bird takes patience and desire to visit wet...
NCTD needs to replace Sprinter train fleet early. Where will it get $351 million?
Funding to address maintenance issues could face challenges under new federal administration
Man arrested in connection with Lilac, Pala fires
Collectively, officials said these fires burned about 100 acres and prompted hundreds of evacuations
Current phase of controversial Santa Fe Drive project nears completion in Encinitas
Monitoring of traffic conditions will start later this spring, city employees say
Man arrested in North County on suspicion of arson
Officials arrested the man after responding to a brush fire near the Santa Margarita River...
![In her 2024 book, “Unrecognized in California: Federal Acknowledgement and the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians,” tribal member and professor Olivia Chilcote traces the history of her tribal community’s ongoing push to sovereignty. “One value my mom raised me with is that I have an obligation and duty to be of service to […]](https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/SUT-L-ONECHILCOTE-1.jpg?w=126 "In her 2024 book, “Unrecognized in California: Federal Acknowledgement and the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians,” tribal member and professor Olivia Chilcote traces the history of her tribal community’s ongoing push to sovereignty. “One value my mom raised me with is that I have an obligation and duty to be of service to […]")
From her family’s dining room table to documenting a Luiseño band’s path toward recognition in her book
In her 2024 book, “Unrecognized in California: Federal Acknowledgement and the San Luis Rey Band...
Levin urges fight against Social Security cuts in Oceanside appearance
Reports state agency could face 50% staffing cutback
SANDAG board approves ‘reset’ for proposed Del Mar train tunnel
New notice will be issued, environmental documents could require 3 years to complete
Bonita man sentenced for girl’s fatal fentanyl overdose
Marcus Ray Chavez gave the 15-year-old counterfeit pills containing fentanyl in exchange for sex, and...
San Diego man sentenced in multimillion-dollar fraud scheme
Denny Bhakta was convicted of more than two dozen securities fraud, bank fraud and money...
The Dish: Check out these five new restaurants in San Diego County
In this week's dining news, Origen, Buca di Beppo, Chef Jun, Urban Plates and Urth...
KAABOO goes kablooey: Music fest at Del Mar Fairgrounds canceled for second year in a row
The upscale music festival at the Del Mar Fairgrounds has been dark since 2019. KAABOO...
Ham on Wry: Step into nature’s playground
Save money by skipping the zoo and having the grandkids watch wildlife in the backyard.
Community events in San Diego County: From Spring Chick Day to desert walks
A sneak peek at upcoming street fairs, festivals, concerts, performances, art shows, library events, community...
Man dies after falling into medical distress in Vista Jail
James Pittman, a 46-year-old Oceanside resident, died after he went into medical distress in his...
Encinitas Council votes to turn Quail Gardens Drive property into a park
Project could receive upwards of $3.1 million in funding
San Diego man in burning car in Temecula threw hammer before deputies shot him, video shows
Sheriff's body-worn camera footage was released Tuesday of the Jan. 8 encounter with Christian Alejandro...
Playwrights Projects marks 40th year of fostering young writers
Freelance director Delicia Turner Sonnenberg will helm productions of three youth-written plays at Saturday's festival
Temperatures are expected to hit the 80s along the San Diego County coast
The region will turn sharply cooler on Friday, and very light rain might fall inland...
‘It’s not a matter of if’: Carlsbad increases spending for wildfire mitigation efforts
City also approves opening libraries on Sundays for the first time in five years
Man sentenced in murder of Escondido victim found in car trunk
Adrian Darren Bonar, 34, was found in the trunk of an abandoned car in Anaheim...
‘I don’t want to die’: Cal Fire captain’s killing was captured on doorbell camera, according to arrest warrant
The arrest warrant for Yolanda Marodi reveals the suspect may have fled into Mexico
Reported shooting near Grant Hill elementary school forces campus lockdown
The shooting was reported around 1:20 p.m. near 30th and Market streets, and one person...
Dredging gets underway this week at Carlsbad lagoon
Agua Hedionda sand will replenish beaches from Pine Avenue to Cannon Road
Border Patrol traffic stop on I-5 yields $1 million worth of cocaine
Agents found 55 packages hidden in the floorboard near the San Clemente Border Patrol station
Two hit by car at Del Mar park when driver, 88, hits gas by mistake
Two people were taken to a hospital after being struck at Powerhouse Park on Sunday
Millions of ranunculus expected to bloom this spring at The Flower Fields; opening day is March 1
The Giant Tecolote Ranunculus at The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch attract more than 250,000...
Demolition finished for fire-damaged buildings on Oceanside Pier
Costs so far near $2 million, repairs could begin in 2027
Encinitas Council seeks change in direction for Mobility and Traffic Safety Commission
Two newcomers appointed to seven-member advisory board
Fund established to help family of slain Cal Fire/Riverside captain
Capt. Rebecca Marodi was found fatally stabbed Feb. 17.
The most-produced play in America opens Saturday in its San Diego premiere
Heidi Schreck's 'What the Constitution Means to Me' examines the fragility of women's rights in...
Roundabouts, wider sidewalks underway on Escondido’s Grand Avenue
Months-long construction presents challenges for merchants on once-busy street
Proposed ‘mature tree’ protection ordinance headed to Encinitas City Council
Document won Planning Commission backing Thursday night, with some proposed modifications
![Dan “Nuge” Nguyen needed a creative outlet. Actually, he says he found himself “desperately searching for a creative outlet of any sort,” which led him to a local woodshop. Although he had earned degrees in architecture and was working in his field, it wasn’t fulfilling in the way he had thought it would be when […]](https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/SUT-L-ONENGUYEN-003.jpg?w=132 "Dan “Nuge” Nguyen needed a creative outlet. Actually, he says he found himself “desperately searching for a creative outlet of any sort,” which led him to a local woodshop. Although he had earned degrees in architecture and was working in his field, it wasn’t fulfilling in the way he had thought it would be when […]")
Blurring the lines between art and architecture with his fluid sculptures
Dan “Nuge” Nguyen needed a creative outlet. Actually, he says he found himself “desperately searching...
Oceanside to allow retail cannabis sales and to offer 4 licenses
City Council also agrees to switch from lottery to merit-based selection system
Sabre Springs parents plead not guilty to killing 16-month-old son
Jamar and Helena Branch face a life behind bars in connection to the Nov. 6...
Retired Oceanside nurse publishes book of poetry about beauty of nature and relationships
Julie Marie Swanson reflects on fleeting moments in her book of poetry, 'Webs and Irises'
Pet of the week: Kitty named Zoup looking for a new home
12-year-old Domestic Short Hair cat is waiting to be adopted at Rancho Coastal Humane Society
Brewery Rowe: Diversity celebrated in San Diego’s beer industry
Also this week, Girl Scout cookies 'on tap," upcoming beer events and and Quick Sips,...
Rock Hall of Famer Colin Blunstone goes beyond The Zombies. ‘It all began in 1964,’ he says.
The 79-year-old English singer made his U.S. concert debut in 1964 with The Zombies. His...
Community events in San Diego County: From Bird Festival to Dog Show
A sneak peek at upcoming San Diego-area events, including street fairs, festivals, concerts, performances, art...
Good Samaritan saves litter of pug puppies found in Taco Bell trash bin
The seven surviving puppies will be made ready for adoption Friday at the Helen Woodward...
Escondido pivots on temporary library site, seeks new mall suite
Officials discovered that more than 70 vendors already occupied initial suite at North County Mall
Encinitas fire station employees to temporarily relocate to Pacific View Arts Center property
New modular building will house firefighters, who were forced by earthquake safety concerns to move...
San Diego will be dry into March, and it’s going to get hot
A high pressure system will begin to push temperatures more than 10 degrees above average...
Parents arrested after child dies from alleged neglect, malnourishment
The 16-month-old toddler died soon after arriving at a hospital last year underweight and underfed,...
Oceanside police chief to hold community listening sessions
Oceanside Police Chief Taurino Valdovinos invited the community to speak with him directly about their...