Military Heroes Festival To Honor San Diego Military Families

"The Military Heroes Festival is a space to recognize the service and sacrifices military families make every day."

County Closes 3 Parks As Summer Temperatures Rise In Region

The county shuts the parks down every August to protect residents during what is often the hottest time of the year, officials said.​​

Series Of Earthquakes Rattle Imperial County East Of San Diego

The series of small quakes struck in the Brawley area​ of Imperial County.

Refreshed Bayside Aquarium​ Reopening At SeaWorld San Diego

The revamped space features a range of freshwater and saltwater species, including two axolotls and a California two-spot octopus.

Black Bear Cubs Found Wandering In Neighborhood Brought To Ramona Wildlife Center

Ramona Wildlife Center is currently the only facility in California that accepts black bear cubs for rehabilitation.

San Diego Weekend Guide: ArtWalks; I Love The 90s Tour; Shaggy; Farm To Bay; Ramona Country Fair​

Looking for some festive things to do this weekend, Aug. 2-3, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.

3,300 Pints Of Blood Collected At San Diego Comic-Con Blood Drive

The Robert A. Heinlein Blood Drive is the San Diego Blood Bank's largest and longest-running blood drive.

Riders Dangle On Theme Park Ride + Teen Crashes Into Homes + Warm-Up: SoCal In Brief

Took a break from the news this weekend? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in SoCal on Saturday and Sunday.

San Diego Weekend Guide: Comic-Con; Hello Kitty Cafe Truck; Makers Arcade Summer Fair; Wine And Food Festival

Looking for some festive things to do this weekend, July 26-July 27, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.

Victim Of Multi-Fatal Poway Pileup Identified

Roberto Martinez Oros of Ramona was one of five people killed in a fiery pileup on state Route 67 north of San Vicente Reservoir.

Hello Kitty Cafe Truck Cruising Into San Diego For Comic-Con International

"We're so excited to return to San Diego Comic-Con —​ it's one of our favorite events," a spokesperson told Patch.

Rare Sea Snails Spotted Along San Diego Beaches

"These purple iconic snails are rare among the shores," Scripps Oceanography PhD candidate Anya Stajner said.

Give Blood, Get Free Marvel Shirt At San Diego Comic-Con Blood Drive

The Robert A. Heinlein Blood Drive is the San Diego Blood Bank's largest and longest-running blood drive.

Over 4,300 Stuffed Animals Donated During San Diego County Fair Toy Drive

The toys went to organizations assisting children in both the U.S. and Mexico.

Tasmanian Devils Find New Home At San Diego Zoo

The 3-year-old brothers, named Flotsam and Jetsam, come from Aussie Ark, a conservation organization in New South Wales, Australia.

SeaWorld San Diego Celebrates Baby Boom With Adorable New Arrivals

The San Diego-based theme park recently welcomed newborn sharks, penguin chicks, flamingo chicks, a sea otter pup and more.

Flights Grounded + Person Found In Trash Chute + Boat Crashes Into USS Midway: SoCal In Brief

Took a break from the news this weekend? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in SoCal on Saturday and Sunday.

How To Ride The Historic Balboa Park Carousel For Free

In celebration of National Carousel Day, ​the Dorothea Laub Balboa Park Carousel will be open for free rides for all.

San Diego Among Metro Areas With Biggest Inflation Problem: Study

The study's authors compared 23 major metropolitan statistical areas.

Toddler Dies In Hot Car While Mom Gets Lip Filler | Homicide Rate Hits 60-Year-Low | Buddy Holly Musical

Community Rallies Around Single Mom After Fireworks Blast Kills 8-Year-Old | Man Charged With Child Abuse After Toddler Ingests Fentanyl

Shark Summer Returns to Birch Aquarium At Scripps Institution of Oceanography

The Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego will offer Shark Summer through Aug. 1

Firefighters Light The Way For Local Youth With Service That Doesn’t Stop At The Station

From battling blazes to mentoring teens, these firefighters prove that true service lasts a lifetime.

Mountain Lion Hit By Car Released Back Into Wild After Rehabilitation At Ramona Center

The mountain lion suffered from a skull fracture, head and eye trauma, and lameness in his left hind leg.

​Car Plows Into Crime Scene + Brush Fires + Suspected ICE Imposter's Human Smuggling Record: SoCal In Brief

Took a break from the news this weekend? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in SoCal on Saturday and Sunday.

Winning SuperLotto Plus Ticket Sold In San Diego

The SuperLotto Plus numbers were drawn Saturday evening.

2 Winning SuperLotto Plus Tickets Sold In SoCal

Two SuperLotto Plus tickets with five numbers, but missing the Mega number, were sold in Southern California.

If this ‘beautiful’ budget bill is ‘balanced,’ why are San Diego families paying the price?

By: Nancy L. Sasaki, President and CEO, United Way of San Diego County

Stuff The Bus School Supplies Drive Kicks Off In San Diego County

"Each year, we hear from educators about how much these supplies mean to the children who receive them."

City In San Diego County Among Best Cities To Retire In CA: Report

A report from Retirement Living looked at the best places to retire in the Golden State.

San Diego County Jobless Rate 4% In May, Slightly Lower Than April: Report

The county's jobless rate matched the national unadjusted rate of 4% and remained below California's average of 4.9% for the same period.

10 Dogs Die In Care Of Trainer + 6 Teens Wounded In Shooting + Power Shutoffs: SoCal In Brief

Took a break from the news this weekend? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in SoCal on Saturday and Sunday.

Beach Areas In Coronado, La Jolla Now Open

San Diego County reopened beach areas on Spindrift Drive and Princess Street in La Jolla and near the Lifeguard Tower in Coronado.

Tres Leches Cinnamon Roll Wins Top Prize At Fair-Tastic Foods Competition

Foodie judges and a panel of fair fanatics picked the winners of the third annual competition.

Elder Abuse Awareness Day Presentation Aims To Educate Seniors And Their Families

"Educating our seniors about fraud prevention is critical in today's digital age where scammers are more sophisticated than ever."

Cars Plow Through Protester Crowds + Body Found On Freeway + Brush Fire: SoCal In Brief

Took a break from the news this weekend? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in SoCal on Saturday and Sunday.

Parking Just Got Easier At San Diego Airport

The airport added around 2,400 more airport parking spaces.

San Diego Named Best CA City For Staycations: Report

"It's a prime example of how a city can create everyday luxury at home," WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo told Patch.

18 Finalists Named For San Diego County Fair's Fair-Tastic Foods Competition

This year's competition is divided into three categories — WOW, Theme, and "So San Diego" — with classes for sweet and savory items.

Father Joe's Begins Matching Donation Campaign For Shelter Diversion Program

The campaign seeks to raise $250,000 by the end of the year to receive a matching amount from the Copley Foundation.

San Diego Area City Among U.S. Cities With Highest Quality Of Life: Report

The U.S. Social Progress Map covers all 50 states, the 500 largest U.S. cities, and 32,000 neighborhoods.