San Diego Radio Icon Jerry Cesak Dies

Jerry Cesak, best known as "Jer" from the long-running "Jeff & Jer Showgram," spent nearly four decades in San Diego.

Randy Jones, Who Won Cy Young Award wWith Padres, Dies

Former Cy Young winner Randy Jones, who pitched for the San Diego Padres for eight years.

Body Of CA YouTuber Found Off Coast Of Mexico

Mikey Rijavec, known for his YouTube channel SD Fish and Sips, was on a fishing trip off the coast of Baja California, Mexico.

Horse Dies From Racing Injury At Del Mar

A 3-year-old thoroughbred colt died after suffering an injury at Del Mar Thoroughbred Club in the first horse racing death of the year.

Ex-San Diego Mayor Bob Filner Dies At 82

Filner quit nine months into the job and later pleaded guilty to one count of felony false imprisonment and two counts of battery.

San Diego-Area Catholics Mourn Death of Pope Francis at Age 88

"The Pope had a special affection for our border community, and always expressed concern for the immigrants who journeyed through it."

Rickey Henderson, Former Padres Player, Dead At 65

The Hall of Famer who holds the career stolen bases record has died, according to his family.

Birch Aquarium Announces Passing of Little Blue Penguin 'Azulito'

Azulito was one of several Little Blue Penguins featured in the Beyster Family Little Blue Penguins exhibit.

A.J. Smith, Former San Diego Chargers General Manager, Dead At 75

He was the most successful GM in the franchise's history, raking in 98 wins over 10 seasons and winning five division titles.

Kris Jenner's Sister, Karen Houghton​, Dies In San Diego County

Karen Houghton​ was Kris Jenner's only sister. They both grew up in San Diego.

'Light Dimmed': Fundraiser Launched After Dad Killed In SR-76 Crash

"His legacy and love will live on within all those that knew and loved him."

Holocaust Survivor Rose Schindler, A Frequent San Diego Speaker, Dead At 93

Just three weeks before her death, she spoke about her ordeal in the Nazi death camp at Auschwitz in Poland.

Former Chargers GM, Hall Of Famer Bobby Beathard Dies In Tennessee

Beathard was the general manager of the San Diego Chargers from 1990 to 1999 and oversaw the team to its only Super Bowl appearance in 1994.

Obituary: Lawrence R. "Larry" Grant

Father of Padre color commentator was a successful architect with a lifelong passion for baseball and was a helper and teacher to many.

Sailor's Body Discovered On Aircraft Carrier Docked Near Coronado

The U.S. Navy is investigating the death of a sailor whose body was found aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson Sunday.

Longtime SDSU Head Baseball Coach Jim Dietz Dies

James Clyde Dietz was San Diego State University's head baseball coach from 1972 to 2002.

Late San Diego Firefighter-Paramedic To Be Honored At CA Capitol

Nickolas Ramirez, 59, died Feb. 16 from COVID-19 complications.

Lionel 'Little Train' James, Former San Diego Chargers Star, Dies

Lionel "Little Train" James, who rushed for over 1,000 yards and added nearly 2,300 receiving yards for the San Diego Chargers, has died.

TV Vet Dick Carson, Johnny's Little Brother Who Got Start In San Diego, Dies At 92

Carson, an Emmy winner, died at his home in Studio City on Dec. 19 after a brief illness.

Memorial Held For San Diego Police Officer

Carly Medina, 30, died "unexpectedly" Aug. 10 "after medical complications," according to an online obituary.

San Diego Pearl Harbor Survivor Dies At 99

Stuart Hedley, San Diego's famous Pearl Harbor survivor, has died at age 99 from complications of COVID-19.

Funeral For Father Joe Carroll To Be Held Next Week

Father Joe Carroll, a San Diego icon of charitable services, died Saturday at the age of 80 following a battle with diabetes.

Father Joe Carroll Dies, 80; Legendary Priest Helped SD Homeless

Joe Carroll, called a "champion for the people," died Saturday morning at a hospice care home in the East Village.

Hall Of Fame Horse Trainer Gary Jones Dies At Del Mar Home

Hall of Fame Thoroughbred horse trainer Gary Jones died at his Del Mar home at the age of 76, it was announced.

SD Officials Mourn Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

San Diego leaders eulogized Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg; "A heartbreaking loss for our country."

Roberto's Taco Shop Chain Co-Founder Dies

Dolores Robledo co-founded the iconic San Diego-based Roberto's Taco Shop chain alongside her husband.

Cal Fire Mourns Loss Of San Diego Fire Captain​

Fire Captain Jason O'Brien had suffered from inoperable cancer, according to the Cal Fire San Diego County Firefighters of Local #2881.

Obituary: Kenneth Robert "Duke" Jenco

Duke had a passion for golf, cooking, and spending time with friends at Louie's Café and the Stone City VFW.

San Diego Metropolitan Transit System CEO Dies

Paul Jablonski had a more than 40-year transit career and spent the last 16 years as chief executive officer at MTS.

SDSU National Champion Volleyball Coach Jack Henn Dies

Former San Diego State men's volleyball coach Jack Henn has died after a battle with cancer at the age of 79, the university announced.

Joe Coulombe, Trader Joe's Founder​ And San Diego Native, Dies

Joe Coulombe, the San Diego native who founded the Trader Joe's grocery chain, has died. He was 89.

George Walker Smith, Groundbreaking SD Leader, Dies At 91

The Rev. George Walker Smith, a religious leader who became the first African-American to be elected in San Diego, has died at 91.

Former San Diego Resident Horst Ludwig Passes Away

Horst Ludwig, a longtime resident of Scripps Ranch, passed away Jan. 30 at his home in Sun City. He was 85.

San Diego Woman Killed In Tragic Boat Fire Off Santa Cruz Island

Nicole Quitasol, who worked at a Coronado restaurant​, died along with four of her family members.

San Diego Man Believed To Be Hijacker​ D.B. Cooper Dies

A 2016 miniseries concluded that Robert Rackstraw​, 75, was legendary hijacker​ D.B. Cooper, who jumped from a plane with $200,000 in cash.​

Obituary: Sophie Anast

Sophie loved nature and was forever fascinated and excited by the diversity of wildlife that came into her backyard.

WWII Vet Passes Away Aboard Honor Flight To San Diego

The body of Frank Manchel, 95, who collapsed on the plane after a vets' weekend in Washington, D.C., will be flown to Michigan for burial.

Obituary: Richard Dean “Dick” Baker

In addition to being a devoted husband and loving and committed Dad and Papa, Dick was a man of consummate hospitality and service.

Late Marine Honored For Lifesaving Acts At Freeway Crash Scene

San Diego-based Marine Corps drill instructor Sgt. Gary Wilson rescued two women from a fiery freeway crash two months before his death.

Chargers Owner Alex Spanos Dead At 95

In 1984, Spanos fulfilled one of his lifelong goals by purchasing the San Diego Chargers.