La Jolla Lab Hacks Fentanyl in Bid to Stop It From Stealing Your Breath
Chemists at Scripps Research in La Jolla say they have pulled off a bold molecular renovation of fentanyl, carving out its chemical core and dropping in a compact substitute that keeps the powerful pain relief in animals while sharply dialing down the drug's worst traits. In lab tests and mouse studies, the...
San Diego to rename facilities named after Cesar Chavez
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria issued an executive order to remove references honoring Cesar Chavez from city facilities, programs and assets, following allegations of sexual abuse and assault.
5 backcountry hikes worth exploring in San Diego County
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — While coastal trails often steal the spotlight, San Diego County’s backcountry offers some of the most scenic — and less crowded — hiking experiences in Southern California. From desert badlands to shaded mountain forests, here are five standout hikes worth exploring...
PHOTOS: San Diego, what were you like in the ’90s?
San Diego has transformed over the past 25 years, with several community staples still recognizable but evolved, and other memories of the past replaced or erased over time.
📅 San Pasqual Valley Groundwater Plan Workshop – March 25
A community workshop will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm to review the 5-year evaluation of the San Pasqual Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan. The meeting takes place at the San Diego County Farm Bureau (420 S Broadway, Suite 200, Escondido) and will also be available online via...
Hydrogen sulfide around Tijuana River Valley school far exceeds dangerous levels
Since Saturday night, unhealthy levels of hydrogen sulfide have been recorded, especially at the one set up at Berry Elementary, located no more than half a mile from the river.
San Diego Lifeguards warn beach-goers about stingrays
SAN DIEGO — Rising temperatures are drawing crowds to San Diego's beaches, prompting lifeguards to issue an urgent reminder about stingray safety. The region's lifeguards have fielded an increasing number of stingray-related calls as beach-goers flock to the coast to escape the heat. "More people mean more incidents...
High heat, broken pump leads to elevated ‘Sewer Gas’ smells in South Bay
This week's high heat and untreated wastewater flows into the Tijuana River Valley have led to elevated hydrogen sulfide emissions.
Double Standard: Blue Bridge Hospitality’s new burger joint
A simple, yet tasty menu is quietly debuting this week, full of mouth-watering burgers, chicken sandwiches, fries and rings (or a combo of frings), and more. Double Standard is the newest restaurant in the Blue Bridge Hospitality (BBH) group lineup spearheaded by long-time Coronadan David Spatafore. Locals who love...
Goth Goes Gourmet As Hillcrest’s Manor Coffee Bar Pours Black Marble Buzz
Hillcrest just got a lot moodier. Manor Coffee Bar quietly opened its doors this week, swapping the neighborhood’s usual bright, minimalist cafe vibe for a Victorian Gothic den of caffeine. The compact counter and cozy seating nook are dressed in gilt frames, crimson walls, velvet and velour, plus a few chimera...
