Theme Park Death | Football Star Charged In Stabbing | Pet Cremation Business Raided: 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.

Earthquake Shakes Near Warner Springs Area, Felt Across San Diego County

The quake was reported early Friday morning. Did you feel it?

SDG&E Customers To Get Break On October Bill

The twice-a-year electric California Climate Credit was first applied to residential customer bills in April.

SeaWorld San Diego Releases Pelican To Wild After Being Rescued In Arizona Desert

​SeaWorld's team found severe foot wounds that were treated over months with regular Epsom salt foot baths and close monitoring.​​​​

Kids Get Free Admission In October At San Diego Zoo And Safari Park

Both parks are offering seasonal events as well as free admission to children ages 11 and younger with a paid adult ticket.

San Diego Area Cities Rank Among 'Best Small Cities In America'

WalletHub released its 2025 Best Small Cities in America list. Several cities in San Diego County made the rankings.

San Diego Residents, Select Your Trash Bin Size

Tuesday's deadline is final deadline for residents to change how large their bins are and pay a different price.

Boy, 9, Shot | Coastal Landslide | Fatal House Fires: 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.

SeaWorld San Diego Celebrates Sea Otter Awareness Week

The theme park is home to six rescued southern sea otters​.

3 Gopher Snakes Return To Wild After Severe Tangling With Garden Netting

The netting was wrapped so tightly around their bodies that it caused broken scales, a punctured lung, and severe lacerations of the skin.

33 Pets Killed In Fire | Sexual Assault Spree | Citizens Monitor ICE | Anti-LGBTQ+ Graffiti: 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.

New ‘LOVE SD’ Campaign Inspires San Diegans to Take Action and Volunteer for a Cleaner, Greener Community

A countywide movement rallies thousands of San Diegans to take action and pledge to ‘Recycle. Compost. Reduce Litter. Every Day.

Visitors To San Diego's Natural History Museum Get Steep Discounts Through November

The half-off admission to the Natural History Museum starts this week and goes through November during a large construction project.

San Diego Weekend Guide: San Diego Restaurant Week; Howl-O-Scream; Stockzilla; Wine + Food Festival

Looking for some festive things to do this weekend, Sept. 13-14, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.

San Diego Area Has Second-Highest Inflation Problem In Country: Study

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

USS Midway Museum, Travis Manion Foundation, Others Honoring 9/11 Victims

Several events in San Diego County are memorializing the 24th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.

Rottweilers Kill Man | Tesla Driver Hit By Cop In Fatal Crash | Toddler Fatally Struck: 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: Fall Art & Wine Walk; Cardiff Greek Festival; Grape Stomp; First Responders Weekend

Looking for some festive things to do this weekend, Sept. 6-7, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.

San Diego Community Power Awards $914,000 In Grants For Clean Energy Projects

San Diego Foundation is administering the grants, the third year Community Power has awarded them.

Odor Advisory Issued For South San Diego County

Hydrogen sulfide​ is a colorless gas with a rotten egg smell that can cause odor-related symptoms such as headaches and nausea.

Donate Blood, Get Free Tickets To Howl-O-Scream At SeaWorld San Diego

The special offer runs through Sept. 30 at any San Diego Blood Bank donation center or mobile blood drive​.

Northern Baja California Quake Felt In San Diego County

The quake was reported late Monday night. Did you feel it?

Thief Kidnaps Kids: Cops | Horses, Rider Killed In Crash | Woman Uses Hand Signals To Escape: 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 County Extends Beach Closure To Coronado Shoreline

Officials said the Tijuana River "is flowing and reaching recreational waters."

$7.5M Lottery Scratchers Ticket Sold In San Diego County

Five lucky Scratchers winners won a combined total of $17.5 million in August across the Golden State, the California Lottery announced.

Hundreds Of Mountain Yellow-Legged Frogs Leap Back Into Wild In SoCal

Birch Aquarium, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance and other organizations are working together to save the endangered species.

Blood Donations Needed After 'Busy Summer Travel Season' In San Diego County

San Diego County Credit Union is hosting several blood drives in support of the San Diego Blood Bank.

Where To Go Fishing For Free This Weekend In San Diego County

On Aug. 30, Californians without a fishing license will be able to explore a new hobby on Free Fishing Day.

​Serial 'Butt Sniffer'​ Strikes Again | Murder-Suicide | Vehicle Flies 100 Feet Off Highway: 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.

5 Can't-Miss Outdoor Events In SoCal As Summer Winds Down

As a prescription for end-of-summer malaise, we've rounded up five things to do outside to enjoy the last bits of summer sunshine.

SeaWorld San Diego To Debut All-New Shark Encounter​ In 2026

The current Shark Encounter has closed to begin work on the renovation.

Plane Lands On Freeway | Mountain Lion Strolls Into Home | Armed Man Shuts Down I-405: 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.

Coast Guard Barque Eagle Returns To San Diego For Free Public Tours

Eagle is the largest tall ship flying the stars and stripes and the only active square-rigger in U.S. government service.

Elephant Valley To Open In Early 2026 At San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Officials said the new habitat is the largest and most transformative project in San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance's 109-year history.

San Diego Area Has Second-Highest Inflation Problem In Nation: Study

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

Silverback Gorilla Joins Troop At San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Paul Donn​ is the troop's first silverback since beloved Winston's death last year.

Woman Could Face Animal Cruelty Charges After Striking, Kicking Chihuahua: County Officials

A concerned citizen recorded a disturbing video of the incident in an apartment complex parking lot in Spring Valley, officials said.

Winning SuperLotto Plus Ticket Sold In San Diego County

The SuperLotto Plus numbers were drawn Saturday evening.

Lion Attacks Girl, 11 | Carjacked Big Rig Chase | 4 Dogs Killed In 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.

Emaciated Horse Goes Missing From San Diego Property

County Animal Services is requiring proof that the horse received proper veterinary care or was humanely euthanized within 48 hours.