Taxpayers' 2017 'Fleece Award' Nominees: SANDAG; School District; MTS; Supes

'Golden Watchdog' nominations announced by the San Diego County Taxpayers Association include two water districts, SD-Padres partnership.

Forum To Discuss Trump's Proposed 20% Funding Cut For National Institutes of Health

"Such a cut would negatively impact the life-saving research being done in San Diego, as well as our local economy," Rep. Susan Davis said.

Congress Members Hold Town Hall Meetings Across San Diego County

Rep. Scott Peters, D-San Diego, has a meeting set for Monday in Clairemont Mesa. He represents the 52nd District, which includes La Jolla.

San Diego's 15 Most Dangerous Intersections: City Plans Safety Upgrades

The intersections include La Jolla Village Drive at the southbound Interstate 5 off-ramp.

Experts On China To Meet At UC San Diego Monday

The group will discuss a report calling on President Donald Trump to reassess U.S. policy toward the People's Republic.

UC San Diego Students Protest Trump’s Refugee, Immigration Ban

President Donald Trump’s executive order bans refugees and immigrants from seven Muslim-majority countries.​

Op-Ed: Where I’ll Draw The Line In The Trump Years

Rep. Scott Peters serves the 52nd District, which includes La Jolla.

Gov. Jerry Brown Declares State Of Emergency For San Diego County

The emergency proclamations were issued due to storms in December and January.

San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer Gives 'State of the City Address'

Faulconer proposed increasing San Diego's hotel room tax to expand the convention center, pay for more road repair and help the homeless.

San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer to Deliver 'State of the City' Address Thursday

Mayor Kevin Faulconer is expected to discuss new financial challenges, homelessness and the Chargers.

Petition Urges San Diego to Stop Penalizing the Homeless

The petition requests “emergency action” to suspend the citing, arresting and issuance of stay-away orders to unsheltered residents.

San Diego Council Approves 45-Day Moratorium On Recreational Marijuana

The temporary ban will buy time for city officials to set up land use and public safety regulations.

San Diego County Supervisors Pass $19K Pay Raise

Supervisor Ron Roberts, whose district includes La Jolla, proposed to change the pay structure.

San Diego Swears in Mayor, New Council Members

New Councilwoman Barbara Bry represents La Jolla.

Swearing-in Ceremony for San Diego Mayor, Council Members Set for Today

The inauguration ceremony is taking place at the Balboa Theatre downtown.

San Diego Launches Effort to Rehabilitate Chronic Offenders

The pilot program will offer substance abuse help and other social services.

2 Incoming San Diego Council Members Adopt Anti-Trump Stance

Council members-elect Chris Ward and Georgette Gomez issue a "call to action."

2 UC San Diego Students Selected for White House Internships

In addition to the UCSD students, four San Diego area residents who attend college out of state were chosen.

San Diego Council Approves Plaza de Panama Plan

$50 million in bonds would pay for the construction of a parking garage, bridge and roadway.

Hundreds of UC San Diego Students Protest Trump Presidential Victory

One person was hit by a car as an estimated 500 students take part in march on and off campus.

San Diego County Polling Locations 2016: Where Do I Vote?

Find your polling place and hours, as well as where to drop off vote-by-mail ballots across San Diego County.

San Diego Council Rejects Proposed Ban of Airbnb Rentals

Staff was instead directed to develop a comprehensive set of regulations governing vacation rental properties.

San Diego City Council Closes Zoning Height Loophole

The City Council voted to close a loophole in zoning regulations that allowed some developers to go over the 30-foot height limit.

Obama Blasts Darrell Issa for 'Shameless Chutzpah' at La Jolla Fundraiser

After calling the president one of the most corrupt in history, Issa sent out mailers touting his cooperation with Obama on a bill.

Construction Kick Off Saturday for Blue Line Expansion into La Jolla

A groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled Saturday to officially kick off construction into La Jolla and University City.

Water Main Burst Leaves Many Without Service

A ruptured water main in Pacific Beach Thursday sent water flooding into some area streets and left residents without service.

La Jolla Voters: Registration Deadline is One Week Away

There's just one more week left to register to vote in the Nov. 8 general election.

President Obama to Attend Private La Jolla Fundraiser: Report

BREAKING: It could be his last official visit to San Diego as president.

San Diego Supervisors Pass Resolution Opposing Prop. 64

BREAKING: The measure on the November ballot would legalize the recreational use of marijuana in California.

Mayor Endorses Chargers' Stadium Plans; Opponents Ratchet Up Campaign

"Mayor Faulconer and his team carefully examined the initiative from every angle."

Calif. Joins 35-State Suit Against Makers of Heroin Addiction Treatment Drug

The lawsuit claims Indivior and MonoSol have monopolized the prescription drug Suboxone, of which there is currently no generic form.

San Diego County Announces First Ever 2-Card Ballot for November Election

A large number of contests means San Diegans will for the first time get a two-card ballot. Breaking.

SeaWorld Issues Statement on Orca Protection Act Signed by Gov. Jerry Brown

The new California law will ban the breeding of killer whales in captivity and the use of them in shows for entertainment.

SANDAG Announces $1B Federal Grant for Mid-Coast Trolley Extension to University City

A ceremony to mark the "last critical step" needed to begin construction is planned for Wednesday at UC San Diego in La Jolla. [Breaking]

Brother of San Diego Jihadist Believed Killed In ISIL Fight Admits Lying to Feds

BREAKING: Marchello McCain has pleaded guilty to lying in the international terrorism investigation involving his brother, Douglas McCain.

Rep. Peters Renews Call for Bipartisan Zika Action After Mount Hope Case

The congressman who represents La Jolla says the Zika virus is an urgent public health crisis.

Trump's Running Mate Pence to Make Fundraising Stops in La Jolla, Newport Beach

Gov. Mike Pence will be in La Jolla Wednesday to kick off a two-day swing through Southern California. [Breaking]

San Diego Tourism Officials Oppose Higher Room Rates to Pay for Chargers Stadium

San Diego Tourism Authority and Hotel-Motel Association officially oppose Measure C and Measure D.

FAA Rejects Tighter Flight Plan Around Point Loma

The plan was staunchly opposed by Point Loma residents.

San Diego City Website Named No. 2 in Nation

The county of San Diego website also earned a mention in the U.S. Center for Digital Government's 20th annual Best of the Web awards.