NRG donates land for expansion of Hubbs-SeaWorld fish hatchery in Carlsbad By Phil Diehl April 24, 2025 at 7:39 p.m. Nonprofit gets 6.4 acres on northern shore of Agua Hedionda Lagoon in Carlsbad
Tri-City nurses say staffing shortages are hurting care By Paul Sisson April 24, 2025 at 7:36 p.m. Oceanside hospital's CEO says management is doing what it can to retain workers, meet state...
Records paint troubled past for man arrested in woman’s death in Vista home By Teri Figueroa April 24, 2025 at 5:47 p.m. Deputies arrested Malcolm Pope, 26, after an hours-long standoff Wednesday
Sheriff’s investigation under way in Fallbrook after body found By Karen Kucher April 24, 2025 at 10:36 a.m. Someone reported seeing the body at a home on Willow Heights Road in Fallbrook Wednesday...
San Diego arts roundup: San Diego Asian Film Festival returns By David L. Coddon April 24, 2025 at 5:03 a.m. Also this week, a short film series in Carlsbad, Art of Elan's art-themed concert at...
Woman’s body found inside Vista home after hours-long SWAT standoff By Caleb Lunetta April 24, 2025 at 10:38 a.m. Deputies were called to perform a welfare check at a home on North Citrus Avenue...
Padres fans can expect more cool, damp weather when they host Tampa Bay this weekend By Gary Robbins April 23, 2025 at 6:15 p.m. A low pressure system is expected to rotate slowly through the region until late Sunday.
Community events in San Diego County: From Cinco de Mayo fests to interfaith gatherings By Linda Mcintosh April 24, 2025 at 7:24 p.m. A sneak peek at upcoming San Diego community events, including street fairs, festivals, concerts, performances,...
Alleged driver arrested after fatal hit-and-run crash in Valley Center By Caleb Lunetta April 22, 2025 at 6:38 p.m. Nolan Deskovick, 40, was arrested on suspicion of fatally striking a pedestrian
American Revolution re-enactment slated at Julian orchard for battle’s 250th anniversary By Linda Mcintosh April 22, 2025 at 1:36 p.m. History buffs expected to participate in the weekend activities
North County bus drivers get layoff notices in advance of transition By Phil Diehl April 22, 2025 at 1:54 p.m. Most, if not all, will be hired by transit district's new in-house management program
Encinitas may hire private security officers to combat downtown problems By Barbara Henry April 22, 2025 at 11:21 a.m. Council agrees to fund nonprofit it initially thought was causing problem and pursue other remedies
Review: North Coast Rep returns to successful formula with ‘Peril’ By Pam Kragen April 22, 2025 at 11:25 a.m. Steven Dietz's world premiere comic murder-mystery is a sequel to the Hercule Poirot play he...
Spring cooldown coming to San Diego County this week, forecasters say By Sam Schulz April 21, 2025 at 3:27 p.m. 'By Friday, pretty much everywhere is going to be between 5 and 15 degrees below...
Pedestrian who died after being struck by vehicle in Valley Center is ID’d By City News Service April 21, 2025 at 2:27 p.m. Elias Arenas of Escondido was walking on North Lake Wohlford Road when an SUV struck...
Asian and Pacific Islander festival in Oceanside will feature cultural performances, food By Linda Mcintosh April 21, 2025 at 1:34 p.m. A community festival celebrating the heritage of more than 20 Asian American, Native Hawaiian and...
Palomar Health board backs CEO despite recent difficulties By Paul Sisson April 20, 2025 at 9:39 a.m. Though some call for her resignation, Palomar's Diane Hansen maintains strong support from majority of...
Carlsbad to get seaside property in deal with 2 utility companies By Phil Diehl April 20, 2025 at 9:21 a.m. Negotiations conclude settlement reached in 2014 between city, SDG&E and Cabrillo Power
Emergency work authorized for San Diego County’s only coastal rail route By Phil Diehl April 22, 2025 at 11:37 a.m. Parts of proposal delayed; permits approved to replenish sand and restore riprap at San Clemente
County names 14 Public Health Champions By Linda Mcintosh April 18, 2025 at 4:54 p.m. Live Well San Diego Public Health Champion Awards pay tribute to public-private collaborations that foster...
$600K worth of Mexican Xanax seized on I-5 By Caleb Lunetta April 18, 2025 at 6:04 p.m. About 90,000 pills were allegedly found inside a pickup traveling on Interstate 5 Wednesday evening
Community events in San Diego County: From Children’s Book Party to Jobapalooza festival By Linda Mcintosh April 18, 2025 at 9:44 a.m. A sneak peek at upcoming San Diego community events, including street fairs, festivals, concerts, performances,...
Camp Pendleton identifies Marines who died in New Mexico rollover crash By Caleb Lunetta April 18, 2025 at 9:05 a.m. Lance Cpl. Albert Aguilera, 22, of Riverside, and Lance Cpl. Marcelino Gamino, 28, of Fresno,...
Pet of the week: Siberian Husky talks when he wants attention By Linda Mcintosh April 17, 2025 at 6:36 p.m. 3-year-old Siberian Husky mix is waiting to be adopted at the Rancho Coastal Humane Society
North Coast Rep to stage second world premiere Hercule Poirot play By David L. Coddon April 17, 2025 at 10:57 a.m. Playwright-director Steven Dietz has once again cast local actor Omri Schein as the eccentric Belgian...
San Diego arts roundup: Chris Tucker to perform Saturday in North County By David L. Coddon April 17, 2025 at 5:03 a.m. Also this week, Merce Cunningham Dance fillm, rapper Too Short, San Diego Symphony's mardi gras...
San Diegans can grab coffee or a gift at these 8 flower and plant shops By Carlos Rico April 17, 2025 at 10:24 a.m. Garden Coffee, Wild Island Collective, Walter Andersen's Nursery and Terra Bella Nursery and just some...
Former Encinitas campus supervisor pleads guilty to sex crimes with student, 12 By City News Service April 17, 2025 at 10:50 a.m. Omar Hernandez Galeana, who worked at Diegueno Middle School, is slated to be sentenced to...
Cool, drizzly weather will linger across San Diego County through Friday By Gary Robbins April 15, 2025 at 3:48 p.m. A pair of weak low pressure systems will cycle through the region, keeping temperatures unseasonably...
Oceanside commissioners say proposed appeal revisions are ‘offensive’ By Phil Diehl April 15, 2025 at 4:04 p.m. City Council suggests expansion of issues examined before overturning advisory body's decisions
‘Elephants are so amazing’: Safari Park video from earthquake draws cheers By Teri Figueroa April 15, 2025 at 9:21 p.m. The video shows the elephants coming together to form a tight circle around a young...
Escondido tiki artist recovering from costly flood caused by city pipe break By Gary Warth April 14, 2025 at 9:45 a.m. Bosko Hrnjak lost rare collections and original art after pipe break
Developer to build 36 homes on Oceanside parcel at I-5 and Route 78 By Phil Diehl April 14, 2025 at 5:03 a.m. Neighbors concerned about project's effects on traffic, access, property values and more
How 162 cakes were devoured in an orderly fashion at Carlsbad’s Flower Fields By Roxana Popescu April 13, 2025 at 8:35 p.m. San Diego County's first cake picnic unfolded among flower blossoms at the Carlsbad Flower Fields...
Driver in custody after two-hour pursuit through North County By Teri Figueroa April 13, 2025 at 7:22 p.m. A sheriff's helicopter helped keep tabs on the SUV during the pursuit, with the driver...
Escondido library sets moving date for April 26 By Gary Warth April 14, 2025 at 5:41 a.m. The library will relocate to North County Mall for about a year
Sand dunes return to South Carlsbad State Beach By Phil Diehl April 13, 2025 at 7:15 a.m. Parks department pleased with success of trial program started in October 2022
Outdoors: Butterflies bring happiness, magic By Ernie Cowan April 13, 2025 at 5:03 a.m. The San Diego Zoo Safari Park’s Butterfly Jungle exhibit lets visitors get up close and...
San Diego Zoo and Safari Park will cut summer evening hours By Karen Kucher April 14, 2025 at 9:26 a.m. Safari Park will open an hour earlier but lose two hours compared to last summer's...
Pet of the week: Energetic pup is looking for someone who understands him By Linda Mcintosh April 12, 2025 at 8:41 a.m. Animal: Peter, 1-year-old German shepherd mix, #944380. Where: San Diego Humane Society, Escondido Campus, 3500...
Indigenous People's festival to continue in Escondido; conflict of interest resolved By Gary Warth April 11, 2025 at 8:28 p.m. Escondido City Councilmember Judy Fitzgerald asked to reconsider her vote after revealing campaign contribution
Encinitas to pursue emergency project to get D Street Beach staircase reopened By Barbara Henry April 11, 2025 at 2:11 p.m. Wooden staircase closed Tuesday following new structural assessment
Community events in San Diego County: From Indigenous Culture Festival to Earth Day celebrations By Linda Mcintosh April 11, 2025 at 3:47 p.m. Sneak peek at upcoming San Diego community events street fairs, festivals, concerts, performances, art shows,...
Ham on Wry: Good fortunes outweigh the misfortunes By Irv Erdos April 11, 2025 at 12:39 p.m. Following bad advice in the stock market and how a job at 21 has led...
How to celebrate Earth Day in San Diego County: Here are more than 20 ways By Linda Mcintosh April 14, 2025 at 5:17 p.m. Communities throughout San Diego County will celebrate Earth Day (April 22) and Arbor Day (April...
Amid tariff turmoil, Swiss drugmaker commits to build $1.1B research hub in San Diego By Natallie Rocha April 11, 2025 at 2:37 p.m. Novartis plans to make San Diego the center of its West Coast research hub.
Oceanside considers new protections for residents in rentals By Phil Diehl April 11, 2025 at 10:04 a.m. City staff will draft 'urgency ordinances' to safeguard tenants' rights
Woman’s vehicle discovered in Poway five days before she was pulled from storm drain By Caleb Lunetta April 11, 2025 at 8:26 a.m. Yafang Zhou, who was reported missing, died after being pulled from underground storm drain
Coastal Commission approves $1.8 million grant for Oceanside sand project By Phil Diehl April 9, 2025 at 4:09 p.m. Money will pay for baseline studies needed to start Re:Beach replenishment and update coastal program
Man, 23, fatally stabbed during break-in at Grant Hill home identified By Caleb Lunetta April 9, 2025 at 3:51 p.m. Joshua Cruz allegedly kicked in a front door to hurt his girlfriend inside a house...
Missing woman rescued from Poway storm drain dies By Teri Figueroa April 8, 2025 at 6:07 p.m. Yafang Zhou, 59, went missing in late March in downtown San Diego
Solana Beach dog groomer sentenced in attempted sex assault By City News Service April 10, 2025 at 10:38 a.m. Tony Choi attacked the 75-year-old victim at her home on Oct. 31
Top local chef Andrew Bachelier and skate legend Tony Hawk partner on new North County restaurant By Candice Woo April 11, 2025 at 7:13 a.m. Chick & Hawk, a gourmet fried chicken sandwich eatery, is scheduled to open in June...
San Diego Zoo Safari Park’s executive director heading to Houston Zoo By Karen Kucher April 8, 2025 at 1:53 p.m. Lisa Peterson has served as the senior vice president and executive director of Safari Park...
San Diego search and rescue crew pulls missing woman from Poway storm drain By Teri Figueroa April 8, 2025 at 7:29 a.m. San Diego police were searching for missing woman when they heard moaning inside the storm...
Encinitas starts process to grant Self-Realization Fellowship more development flexibility By Barbara Henry April 8, 2025 at 10:12 a.m. Coastal lands currently are under special planning restrictions created when city incorporated
Biggest beach sand restoration yet planned by SANDAG By Phil Diehl April 6, 2025 at 2:21 p.m. The proposal would produce triple the volume of a 2012 regional replenishment and cost 10...
San Diego County trades early April showers for a warmer, sunnier weekend By Sam Schulz April 4, 2025 at 6:02 p.m. Weak Santa Anas starting Saturday will bring 'the start to our significant warming trend,' the...
San Diego police shoot, kill man who had BB gun in Stockton neighborhood standoff By Christian Martinez April 5, 2025 at 1:19 p.m. Authorities said the man pointed what appeared to be a gun at officers, prompting six...
Restaurant industry steps up for pastry chef Gianna Buzzetta, who died in hiking accident By Pam Kragen April 4, 2025 at 10:27 a.m. Jeune et Jolie restaurant in Carlsbad will donate all proceeds from its April 7 dinner...
Pet of the week: ‘Friendly, waggy’ Terrier mix, who was stray, is looking for home By Linda Mcintosh April 5, 2025 at 1:00 a.m. This female Terrier mix is waiting for adoption at Rancho Coastal Humane Society.
‘We watched her suffer and begged for answers, but none came’: San Diego woman advocates for bill after mother’s death By Paul Sisson April 4, 2025 at 6:13 a.m. A San Diego woman shares harrowing details of her mother’s death in support of pain...
Wayward emu found in Vista yard reunited with owners By Caleb Lunetta April 4, 2025 at 3:20 p.m. It's not clear who owns the 3-year-old bird, which rescuers have nicknamed Claudius
Escondido festival to celebrate art, cultural of indigenous people By Gary Warth April 3, 2025 at 4:45 p.m. Local tribes will participate on April 19 at Grape Day Park.
Mixed-use Carlsbad project gets thumbs up despite parking concerns By Phil Diehl April 3, 2025 at 4:06 p.m. A density bonus law allows 23 apartments and ground-floor retail shops on a half-acre lot.
Review: Oceanside Theatre’s ‘Once on This Island’ a vibrant musical folk tale By Pam Kragen April 3, 2025 at 2:56 p.m. The production directed by Kevin "Blax" Burroughs finds a good mix of fantasy fable and...
Community events in San Diego County: From Coronado Flower Show to Taste of La Mesa By Linda Mcintosh April 4, 2025 at 9:18 p.m. A sneak peek at upcoming events in San Diego County, including street fairs, festivals, concerts,...
Spring Valley plumber ordered to pay $1 million for workers’ comp fraud By Caleb Lunetta April 2, 2025 at 4:31 p.m. Daniela Birdwell, who owns GPS Plumbing, pleaded guilty to defrauding the workers' compensation fund of...
More work planned for San Clemente’s railroad link with San Diego By Phil Diehl April 3, 2025 at 11:37 a.m. Transit agency to add sand and revetment rock to protect tracks from eroding beaches.
Review: ‘La Havana Madrid’ a touching look at the immigrant experience By Pam Kragen April 1, 2025 at 4:02 p.m. Musical tells the story of the real-life '60s Chicago nightclub that was a haven for...
Guilty plea in fraud scheme targeting senior citizens By City News Service April 1, 2025 at 2:24 p.m. Prosecutors say six victims in California and Arizona gave just over $200,000 combined to Jiaci...
Housing stability plan pushed for Oceanside renters By Phil Diehl April 1, 2025 at 2:21 p.m. City Council members' proposal would limit rent increases, strengthen tenant rights
Driver arrested in Escondido after police chase from San Bernardino By Andrea Klick April 3, 2025 at 5:42 p.m. The suspect crashed into the back of another car as traffic slowed down and ran...
In Bonita, everyone loves the Glarfs. Now they’re back after a rehab By Linda Mcintosh April 2, 2025 at 12:34 p.m. Bonita's popular Glarf sculptures have been repaired and the community is celebrating the whimsical creatures'...
9-year-old San Diego girl dies hours after dental surgery By Teri Figueroa April 2, 2025 at 12:09 p.m. Silvanna Moreno was found unresponsive hours after being placed under anesthesia at Vista dental office
At tribe’s urging, Oceanside to consider historic designation for Ivey Ranch Park By Phil Diehl March 31, 2025 at 5:03 a.m. Some fear preservation of native heritage site could limit park's programs for people with disabilities
Padres fans, expect unusually cold weather tonight through Wednesday at Petco Park By Gary Robbins March 31, 2025 at 12:37 p.m. Forecasters say the wind could gust nearly 30 mph during Tuesday night's game against Cleveland.
Helicopter makes emergency landing on roadway near Escondido By Alex Riggins March 30, 2025 at 5:42 p.m. No injuries were reported after the private aircraft experienced engine problems
More officers coming to short-staffed Carlsbad Police Department By Phil Diehl March 30, 2025 at 5:03 a.m. Chief says more employees needed immediately to reduce response times and clear investigations
Outdoors: Font’s Point a must-see destination By Ernie Cowan March 30, 2025 at 5:03 a.m. The commanding view over the Borrego Badlands and the connection with California’s early history make...
Encinitas starts debating its spending options for new fiscal year, which begins July 1 By Barbara Henry March 30, 2025 at 9:49 a.m. More deputies, storm drain improvements on mayo's wish list for new fiscal year
Oceanside to crack down on illegal sidewalk vendors By Phil Diehl March 30, 2025 at 5:03 a.m. Street sales have proliferated since pandemic, raising health concerns for code enforcement officers
Ham on Wry: When workouts aren’t working out By Irv Erdos March 28, 2025 at 11:11 p.m. Going to the gym and adhering to a strict diet under wife's watch are meant...
Lilo restaurant founders aim to serve ‘one of the best meals’ you’ve ever had By Pam Kragen March 31, 2025 at 10:42 a.m. The team behind Michelin-starred Jeune et Jolie will unveil this immersive, 22-seat fine-dining restaurant in...
Sharp demands Palomar repay $26 million after collaborative deal flatlines By Paul Sisson March 27, 2025 at 7:03 p.m. Palomar denies working competitive pact with UC San Diego Health
Oceanside requests $21 million state grant for sand restoration project By Phil Diehl March 27, 2025 at 5:39 p.m. Residents' group supports application, but say beach replenishment is needed sooner
Sugar Sweet Farm wins approval for agricultural permit, but not goat yoga classes By Barbara Henry March 28, 2025 at 2:57 a.m. Encinitas council was asked to weigh in after a neighbor appealed city planning decision, arguing...
Community events in San Diego County: From Spring Fling to Garden Fair By Linda Mcintosh March 28, 2025 at 2:23 p.m. Sneak peek at upcoming San Diego community events street fairs, festivals, concerts, performances, art shows,...
Wife accused of stabbing Cal Fire captain to death pleads not guilty By Caleb Lunetta March 27, 2025 at 10:57 a.m. Yolanda Olejniczak Marodi allegedly stabbed Rebecca Marodi at least 34 times at their Ramona home.
Where to find Easter egg hunts all over San Diego County–dozens are free By Linda Mcintosh April 16, 2025 at 5:34 p.m. A 2025 guide to Easter egg hunts across San Diego County from Imperial Beach to...
Famed carrier USS Nimitz visits San Diego before final deployment By Gary Robbins March 25, 2025 at 5:04 p.m. The nuclear-powered flat-top spent 11 of its 50 years operating out of North Island.
Fewer restrictions on cannabis sales would be better, Oceanside commission says By Phil Diehl March 25, 2025 at 4:24 p.m. Approval recommended for zoning, code amendments needed to open first walk-in shops
Expect cool weather, and maybe clouds, for the Padres’ season opener Thursday By Gary Robbins March 25, 2025 at 1:50 p.m. The National Weather Service says that Friday night's game against the Atlanta Braves will be...
In its 80th year, taxpayers association turns to volunteer leadership amid financial collapse By Jeff McDonald March 24, 2025 at 6:36 p.m. Nonprofit rescinds offer to interim CEO Richard Gentry in light of cash-flow problems
Oceanside police considering using drones as first responders By Phil Diehl March 24, 2025 at 5:03 a.m. Remotely controlled airborne cameras would arrive on scene quickly to supply critical information, report says
Carlsbad considers making it legal to have dogs in city parks By Phil Diehl March 24, 2025 at 5:55 p.m. Canines are prohibited, on leash or off, though police say law is rarely enforced
The pandemic left a lasting imprint on San Diego County’s health care system By Paul Sisson March 23, 2025 at 5:03 a.m. Five years later, telemedicine remains strong but staffing challenges remain
Encinitas needs to return to the basics, mayor declares in annual address By Barbara Henry March 23, 2025 at 9:37 a.m. State of City event draws a crowd of some 200 business leaders, government officials, nonprofit...
Chamorro Festival returns with focus on honoring ancestors, preserving language and culture By Tammy Murga March 22, 2025 at 5:32 p.m. The 13th annual festival featured dance and song performances, authentic food and CHamoru language lessons
Sugar Sweet Farm seeks Encinitas permit for agricultural activities By Barbara Henry March 24, 2025 at 9:04 a.m. Family that used to host goat yoga classes wants to house up to 100 animals