TRAFFIC ALERT: Overturned Tractor-Trailer Blocking Lanes

A crash is blocking lanes on Interstate 15.

Police Seek Suspect in Carmel Mountain Bank Robbery

The man passed a note to a teller, and robbed the bank of an undisclosed amount of money.

LOOKING BACK: Region is Better than It Was During Cedar Fire

The San Diego region is better equipped to fight a major wildfire today than it was 10 years ago, fire officials said.

Who Killed Tilda Phipps? Few Clues in 1998 La Jolla Murder Case

Witnesses say a gunshot was heard before Tilda Phipps crashed her car.

Anniversary of Most Destructive Fire Nears

Tomorrow is the 10th anniversary of the start of the Cedar Fire, which became the most destructive in the history of the state.

DNA May Help Find Killer in Cold Case Murders of 2 Teen Girls

Barbara Nantais and Claire Hough were both found dead at Torrey Pines State Beach, years apart. Detectives say the way they died is eerily similar.

Authorities Want to Take Back Your Drugs

San Diego County Sheriff's Deputies are hosting a Prescription Drug Take Back Day throughout the region.

No Motive, No Suspects in Unsolved 2001 Murder of Oceanside Woman

Those who knew Rachel Pauline Rivera say she was the nicest person in the world. Help authorities find her attacker.

Armed Man Robs Wireless Cafe in Scripps Ranch

The suspect was described as a Hispanic male in his 30s of average height with a medium to chunky build. He was wearing a black hoodie sweat shirt.

Updated: Carjacker Leads CHP on Wild Chase Down I-15

Federal agents apparently opened fire on the alleged Riverside County carjacker at 10:34 a.m. in the southbound lanes of the border crossing, just north of Tijuana and at the end of state Route 905.

Racist, Sexual Graffiti Found at Rancho Bernardo High School

Tags included male genitalia, the F word and "Go Nighthawks," suggesting the taggers may have come from rival Del Norte High School, Rancho Bernardo High School's homecoming game opponent.

Cold Case Detectives Seek Tips in 1980 Murder on Mount Helix

Yolanda Griffie's stabbing death is unsolved after more than three decades.

Valentine's Day Murder Haunts Parents of Disabled Carlsbad Woman

Jodine Serrin was killed in her home by an assailant her parents saw—and who escaped before they realized what was going on.

Robber Strikes Near San Diego State Campus

Authorities are searching for the man who robbed a pedestrian late Tuesday.

Cold Case Detectives Seek Tips in 1967 Murder of Poway Girl

Nikki Benedict cut through a field on her way home from a friend's house. She was found dying in the dirt, stabbed in the neck and chest.

Missing and Wanted: Police Seek Tips, Fear Worst in Teen's 2005 Disappearance

Gabriela Gonzalez skipped school to meet up with her boyfriend, who is a "person of interest" in the case.

Missing and Wanted: Runaway San Diego Teenager May Still Be in the Area

Missing 16 years, an age-progression image shows how Jack Morgan might look today.

Teen Pleads Guilty In Crash That Killed Poway High Grad

Missing and Wanted: Violent Sex Offender Wanted for Failure to Register

Joseph Ramirez has a criminal history that includes sexual battery and felony domestic violence.

Missing and Wanted: Cold Case Detectives Seek Justice for Murdered Cabbie

Taxi driver Larry Hargis was found shot to death in a Spring Valley field 43 years ago.

RB Murder Case Attorney's Contempt Appeal Denied

Deputy Public Defender Terry Zimmerman, the former attorney for Denise Goodwin, refused to answer questions about why, when and how she came into possession of the financial portfolio.

Missing and Wanted: 23 Years Later, La Mesa Girl's Fate is Still Not Known

The last time Amanda Rivera was seen, she was on her way to a friend's house.

Missing and Wanted: Armed Felon on Most Wanted List May Be in Santee

Authorities say Georges Mero should be considered armed and dangerous.

Missing and Wanted: Where Is Elaina Rivera? Ramona Girl Vanished in 1987

An age-progression image shows how she may look at 37.

Missing and Wanted: Police Seek Masked Gunman for June Carlsbad Bank Robbery

The bandit dressed in business attire—but wore his running shoes.

Missing and Wanted: Teen Vanished from Lemon Grove One Year Ago

Nancy Catalan-Lopez disappeared last Oct. 26. Authorities believe she could still be close by.

’Critical Fire Weather Conditions’ Forecast in San Diego County

Strong gusty winds and very low relative humidity will heighten the risk of wildfire in San Diego County this weekend, meteorologists said.

Missing and Wanted: One Year Later—Where Is Marlane Koue?

The Oceanside woman with a restraining order against the grandfather of her estranged husband disappeared last October.

Missing and Wanted: Authorities Seek Clues to 2006 Murder of Encinitas Woman

Sibyl Robbins died in the driveway of her home, shot to death by a waiting gunman.

Missing and Wanted: Patch Series Profiles Cases Throughout San Diego County

The trail is cold on scores of missing children, fugitives, and murders. Let's help close these cases.

Faulconer Wants to Speed Up Police Hiring, Increase Pay

Faulconer said his plans include streamlining recruiting and hiring processes, closing a gap in compensation when compared to nearby agencies.

55 Indicted for Allegedly Claiming $20M in Bogus Refunds

Of those indicted after a two-year investigation, 22 were arrested during raids Thursday in San Diego, Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Maryland.

How Not to Get Caught in a Swoop-and-Squat

In a popular car insurance scheme—the "swoop-and-squat"—two vehicles box in another vehicle and force a collision.

No San Diego Mall Threat Feared After Kenya Terror Attack

Officials in the San Diego area said Monday there was no indication of any local threat and no immediate need for stepped-up security at malls.

Probationer Connected to Cop Killing Gets 85 Years to Life in Prison

Alex Charfauros, 29, was convicted last month of second-degree murder in the 2010 death of Officer Christopher Wilson.

Mount Carmel High Student Accused of Making a Bomb Threat Arrested

The teen allegedly had made the menacing statement earlier in the week via a written message on a boy's restroom stall door.

Officials ID San Diegans Arrested in Undercover Drug Bust

The suspects were arrested as part of "Operation Mountain Shadow," which also resulted in the seizure of methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin and other drugs.

City Ambulance Services Uncertain After Bankruptcy Filing

Violent Crime in San Diego Declines in First Half of Year

Though violent crime fell in San Diego, property crimes increased. Throughout San Diego County there were 30 violent crimes a day in the first half of the year.

Man Connected to SDPD Officer Killing Gets 22 Years in Prison

Patrick Luangrath, 22, pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter with a gang allegation, along with an unrelated burglary charge.