California Santa Ana Wind Advisory Issued as Another Strong Wind Event Targets Southern California...
California — Another round of Santa Ana winds is impacting Southern California, prompting a wind advisory issued on January 10, 2026, as forecasters monitor a pattern that could bring stronger and more damaging winds again around January 16 into January 17. While today’s event is not expected to be as severe as the...
Multiple black trash bins continue to line neighborhood streets after city’s phase-out
The city of San Diego moved to phase-out the old black trash bins in November of 2025, to be replaced with the new grey trash bins. Fast forward to January of 2026, and many neighbors across the city are still in possession of their old black trash bins. The city...
California fentanyl seller sentenced for deadly ‘M30’ pill sales
San Diego, California – A San Diego man who distributed fentanyl-laced pills that led to the overdose death
San Diegans protest ICE outside Otay Mesa Detention Center
Dozens of San Diegans have gathered outside the Otay Mesa Detention Center on Sundays to join forces with a movement being called “ICE Out for Good Weekend of Action.”
Tiny trendsetters: San Diego’s most popular baby names of 2025
Think popular baby names are all about TikTok trends and viral challenges? Think again. In San Diego County, parents are still reaching for classics like Emma, Olivia, and Noah — but 2025 also brought plenty of multicultural flair and family-inspired choices. The San Diego County Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk’s...
Wind gusts exceeding 70 mph reported across San Diego County
San Diego County experienced wind gusts exceeding 70 mph, with a Wind Advisory and High Wind Watch in effect until Sunday, while coastal and inland areas are expected to warm up over the next few days.
‘Wow, what is THAT tree?’
6 low water, beautiful bloomers that are optimal for growing in San Diego County. (This article originally appeared in the Jan 10, 2026 edition of the San Diego U-T.) The UC Master Gardener Hotline often gets calls with questions like, “I saw a tree covered in beautiful flowers. Can you tell me what it is? Is it easy...
Veteran travels to Mexico in search of healing through a psychedelic trip
This article first appeared in The War Horse, an award-winning nonprofit news organization educating the public on military service. Subscribe to their newsletter. This story was supported by the Pulitzer Center. Marc Dervaes sat straight-backed in a circle of 10 men at a clinic in Tijuana. The glass window behind...
Hundreds protest in Escondido following ICE shooting in Minneapolis
Nearly 500 protesters gathered in Escondido calling for ICE out of their neighborhood after Renee Good was shot by an agent in Minneapolis, part of countywide demonstrations.
Paid parking takes effect at Balboa Park, leaving lots empty on first weekend
SAN DIEGO — Paid parking made its debut at Balboa Park for its first weekend, and visitors immediately noticed a difference. On a sunny Sunday afternoon, typically one of the park’s busiest times, drivers encountered an unexpected sight: rows of open parking spaces. Michael was among the few...

















