San Diego Local Pulse

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Friday, August 15, 2025.

We start with breaking news from the job market, where San Diego’s unemployment rate is holding steady at just under four percent, with local hiring driven by new tech positions downtown and hospitality roles along the bay. Several hotel groups have announced expanded fall recruiting, a good sign for those seeking work in the service industry.

From City Hall, the council voted last night to move forward with expanded outdoor dining permits in North Park and Little Italy, aiming to boost small businesses and cr...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Thursday, August 14, 2025.

We start with breaking news out of City Hall. Governor Newsom is in town, gearing up for a major announcement this morning about California’s response to ongoing disputes over congressional maps. Democratic leaders are planning a special election, and if voters approve, state lawmakers could temporarily get power to redraw district lines themselves. We’re keeping an eye on the press conference set for later today, especially with its impact on local representation.

Moving to infrastructure, crews are hard at work beneath Tekelote Canyon Golf...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Sunday, August 10, 2025.

We start today with breaking news out of downtown San Diego, as police are investigating a frightening shooting at the Ralphs grocery store on G Street. Friday evening, an altercation between a customer and a security guard escalated when the customer pulled a gun and fired. The guard shot back, but thankfully, no one was hit. The suspect was quickly taken into custody nearby. Officers say the situation could have been far worse, and the investigation continues. This is an important reminder to remain vigilant in busy...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Saturday, August 9. We’re starting our day together with a mix of breaking news, local highlights, and stories that shape everyday life in our city.

Let’s begin with a developing story from downtown, where late yesterday, a confrontation between a Ralphs security guard and a customer resulted in shots fired inside the store. Police responded swiftly, roads were closed for several hours, and fortunately, no injuries have been reported. The suspect is now in custody, thanks to the quick thinking of a federal agent who happened to be near...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Friday, August eighth. As we wake up, we are still feeling the effects of this stubborn heat wave lingering across the county. Coastal neighborhoods can expect highs in the upper seventies to low eighties today, while our inland valleys are heading for the upper nineties, even pushing into the low hundreds in some spots like Escondido. If you are headed out, expect patchy morning fog, mainly along the coast and north of the 52, but clearer and much hotter conditions will follow. Fire officials are on alert due to the recent string...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Thursday, August 7, 2025. We are waking up to a relentless heat wave gripping much of San Diego County, with temperatures today soaring well above average. Inland spots, especially in places like Ramona and Escondido, are expected to hit the upper 90s and low 100s, while our deserts could see highs from 114 up to nearly 120 degrees. A heat advisory is in effect for much of the county until tomorrow night, and an extreme heat warning applies to our desert communities. Fire crews are on high alert again after a rash of small brush...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Sunday, August 3rd, 2025. We are waking up to a mostly sunny day along the coast with highs reaching the mid to upper seventies and a bit warmer inland, stretching just above eighty. Morning fog patches are burning off quickly, so expect clear skies for most outdoor activities. If you are headed out, a light sea breeze is in store, making it perfect for farmers markets or a stroll along Harbor Drive.

We start with breaking news from Rancho Bernardo, where a brush fire yesterday afternoon prompted road closures and...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Saturday, August 2. We start with important breaking news: yesterday, a brush fire broke out in Rancho Bernardo near West Bernardo Drive. Thanks to the quick response from San Diego Fire-Rescue, the forward spread was stopped before it reached homes. Fire crews remain on-site today to monitor for hotspots, and all evacuation orders have now been lifted. Please continue to give way to emergency vehicles if you’re driving in that area.

Today’s weather brings partly cloudy skies this morning, giving way to sun for most of the afternoon. Temp...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Friday, August 1, 2025. We start today with breaking news from City Hall, where the city has just announced an extra fifteen million dollars for affordable housing under the Bridge to Home initiative. Mayor Todd Gloria says this boost will ramp up efforts to make housing more accessible for everyone, with nearly six hundred new affordable homes already under construction across various neighborhoods. There’s even a new focus on making it easier for smaller developers to get funding, with a networking event set for August nineteenth—an encouraging sign for anyone struggling with...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Sunday, July 27, 2025. We wake up to a mostly cloudy start, with highs near 73 and lows around 64 today. The National Weather Service tells us most of the county will see mild coastal clouds clearing up by late morning, making it ideal for early walks around Balboa Park, a jog along the Embarcadero, or heading out to Comic-Con in the Gaslamp Quarter. As we look ahead, temperatures stay mild with only slight chances of drizzle early in the week.

Turning to breaking news, San Diego police are investigating a tragic homicide...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Saturday, July 26. We wake up today to cloudy skies and mild weather across our neighborhoods. Temperatures will top out around 72 degrees with a low of 64, and the clouds are holding on along the coast. That marine layer may stick around until late morning, so if you are headed to beaches like La Jolla Shores or Mission Beach, pack an extra layer. Winds off Point Loma are light, and seas are calm—good news for anyone planning an early paddleboard or fishing trip on the bay. Looking into the weekend, expect much of...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Friday, July 25th, 2025. Thanks for being with us for today’s local roundup.

We start with breaking news from the East County where firefighters moved quickly yesterday to stop the Posta Fire near Campo. Flames broke out around noon along La Posta Road, just north of Highway 94 and only four miles from the Mexican border. Crews managed to halt the spread at about 20 acres, according to CalFire, and all evacuation warnings have been lifted. If you live nearby, fire officials remind us to keep emergency kits up to date, es...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Thursday, July 24. We start our day with brisk northwest winds along the coast and cooler-than-average weather thanks to that strong onshore flow. Highs today are set to rest in the mid to upper seventies at the beaches, with a bit more warmth as you move inland. It’s good news for anyone heading to Comic-Con or planning time outside, though gusty winds may make seaside events and boating a bit bumpy. Expect similar conditions as we move into the weekend.

In breaking news, San Diego leaders have announced a ne...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Sunday, July 20, 2025.

It’s a cloudy start to the day as we look out across the city, with highs only reaching about seventy-one degrees and lows dipping to the mid-sixties tonight. Humidity is up, so the marine layer is lingering, and we’re not likely to see much sun until late afternoon. Remember, the UV index today is very high, over ten, so if you’re heading out, especially to our beaches, make sure to grab that sunscreen. This mellow weather means all planned outdoor events, including the ongoing Pride...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Saturday, July 19, 2025. We are waking up to clear skies and beautiful summer weather shaping up across the county. Temperatures along the coast will stay in the low seventies, a light breeze keeping things comfortable at the beaches and parks, while places like El Cajon and Valley Center can expect highs in the low to mid eighties. As we move into next week, those coastal clouds will linger a bit, but we’ll feel more warmth and sunshine by Wednesday.

Our city is buzzing this weekend with the kickoff of Sa...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Friday, July eighteenth.

We start today with a developing story from Valley Center, where San Diego Sheriff’s investigators have been searching a ranch for the remains of a missing sixty-five-year-old foster mother. The medical examiner’s van left the property early this morning, and this investigation remains active. We’ll keep an eye on updates as the case unfolds. In Escondido, a tragic incident occurred last night on the sixteen-hundred block of South Maple Street when a pedestrian was struck and killed. Police are looking into the cause, but no...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Thursday, July seventeenth.

It’s a busy morning in San Diego, and we’re starting with developing news from the Rolando neighborhood, where police are still investigating what they’re calling a suspicious death on the 4300 block of College Avenue. Authorities spent the night gathering evidence and statements. There’s an increased police presence in the area as detectives look for answers. On the public safety front, we’ve seen heighted enforcement from San Diego police near Mission Bay, where overnight vehicle stays have led to stepped-up citations. And in Vista l...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Sunday, July 13, 2025.

We wake up today with news from East County, where the Springs Fire that threatened homes earlier this week is now fully contained. Cal Fire crews worked around the clock to keep the blaze from spreading. Investigators have identified the cause, and with the fire out, crews are focused on cleanup efforts in the rural areas east of Alpine. We can breathe a bit easier, but it’s a reminder to stay vigilant as fire season continues.

In city news, Chula Vista is still dealing wi...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Saturday, July 12, 2025.

We start today with breaking news from Mission Beach, where four people accused of a recent carjacking were arrested last night following a dramatic downtown pursuit. Authorities say the suspects were taken into custody without further incident, and police are commending quick response that helped prevent any injuries. On the public safety front, the mayor’s office is highlighting a new set of patrols in the Gaslamp Quarter this weekend, aimed at curbing late-night disturbances and property crime during peak visitor hours.

Turning to the we...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Friday, July 11th, and we’re starting with breaking news right out of La Jolla. A lithium-ion battery exploded in an apartment complex on Prospect Street last night, sparking a fire that sent residents scrambling to safety. Firefighters responded quickly and thankfully, everyone got out safely, but officials are urging all of us to double-check batteries and chargers at home to avoid similar incidents. In other unusual headlines, a San Ysidro man has been charged by federal prosecutors after trying to smuggle 14 live toucans into the U.S. from Otay Mesa, hi...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Thursday, July 10th, 2025.

We start our day with breaking news on the roads as a concrete truck spill on Interstate 15 this morning is causing major congestion. Drivers heading near the Miramar and Kearny Mesa exits should plan for extra delays and possible detours as cleanup crews work to clear the area.

Our top story from City Hall is the ongoing conversation about how the city will tackle the challenges of homelessness and public safety, especially as new data comes in following the implementation of Proposition 36. According to...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Tuesday, July 8, 2025. We start the day with a look at local breaking news and headlines shaping life in our city.

Authorities have arrested a man in Oceanside after an early morning incident on Arthur Avenue. Police say a 30-year-old, Esteban Rivas, allegedly attacked his brother with a samurai sword yesterday. The victim suffered serious injuries but is recovering, and after a standoff involving the SWAT team, Rivas surrendered peacefully. Our thoughts are with the family as the investigation moves forward.

Elsewhere, the legal case that has captured...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Saturday, July 5th, 2025.

We’re waking up to clear, warm skies across San Diego County. Morning sunshine leads the way for beach outings, farmers markets, and community events, with highs today expected in the upper seventies near the coast and low eighties inland. If you’re headed outside, expect a gentle breeze—perfect for a post-holiday weekend.

Our top story ties back to yesterday’s Independence Day, where rallies in Escondido and Hillcrest drew hundreds of locals. Community groups gathered to support immigrant rights and highlight San Diego’s...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Thursday, July 3rd, 2025. We are kicking things off just before the Fourth of July holiday, and there is plenty happening across our city.

Let’s start with breaking news from city hall. Council members moved forward last night on a new safety ordinance aimed at reducing crime in downtown’s Gaslamp Quarter and near Petco Park. This brings more foot patrols to those areas, especially with large crowds expected for tomorrow’s fireworks and festivities. The measure comes as police reported a slight uptick in property crime, including a handfu...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Tuesday, July 1st, 2025. We wake up today to perfect summer weather, with temperatures peaking in the upper seventies along the coast and just touching the low eighties inland. Skies look mostly clear, but that classic morning marine layer could keep early joggers cool on the Embarcadero and at Balboa Park before the sun burns through.

Breaking overnight, several new California laws take effect today, including updated consumer protections and fresh measures targeting retail theft. Locally, the gas tax increases by about a penny and a half per gallon, so...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Saturday, June 28.

We start with breaking news impacting our coastline. Water contamination advisories continue at several local beaches, from Coronado up to Cardiff. This means we need to double-check before we plan our beach day, as temporary closures are possible and signs remain up in several areas. If you are heading out, the morning brings cool temperatures in the low seventies along the coast, warming to the mid-eighties inland later today. Skies stay mostly clear, so it is perfect for outdoor events, but do keep an eye on those...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Friday, June 27, 2025.

We start today in Encanto, where an Uber crash late last night sent both the driver and passenger to the hospital. Officials are investigating the cause, and we’ll keep you updated as more details emerge. In other city news, San Diego faces a lawsuit seeking public release of police records. This comes after the arrest of a man in Encanto that involved bean bag rounds and a police K9, raising fresh questions about local policing and transparency.

On the weather front, it’s shaping up t...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Thursday, June 26. We’re waking up to a mild coastal haze, with temperatures settling into the mid seventies along the beaches and reaching the low eighties inland by early afternoon. Expect a gentle breeze through Balboa Park and clear skies later, making it ideal for evening walks or catching a summer concert in the Gaslamp Quarter.

We begin downtown, where the city’s free Circuit shuttle service is winding down its final routes today. After years of connecting neighborhoods like East Village and the Waterfront, the electric shuttles are endi...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Saturday, June 21, 2025. We are waking up to gusty west winds across the county, especially out near the San Gorgonio Pass, with advisories warning us of gusts up to 60 miles per hour that could send dust flying and make driving hazardous on some of our main routes. Keep an eye out, especially on SR-52, which remains closed westbound at the 163 this weekend due to construction. You might want to plan some alternate routes if you’re heading that way today.

On the home front, the real estate market in San Di...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Friday, June 20, 2025.

We start today with breaking news out of East County, where firefighters spent the night gaining control over the Hawick Fire near Lakeside. The fire broke out yesterday afternoon near Hawick Drive and quickly burned through open grassland, sending plumes of smoke visible from Cowles Mountain all the way to Santee. Thanks to quick work on the ground and from the air, including helicopters and fixed-wing water drops, crews have the blaze 50 percent contained this morning. All evacuation orders have now been lifted, and residents on Rancho...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Thursday, June nineteenth. We’re waking up to a hot one today as an extreme heat warning covers our region, with inland temps pushing up to one hundred ten degrees. Along the coast, expect mid-eighties with plenty of sunshine and a light ocean breeze. Be sure to stay hydrated and check on neighbors—especially the elderly—as this heat can be dangerous for outdoor workers and vulnerable residents.

Our top story this morning: emergency crews continue to battle a fast-moving brush fire in Lakeside that’s already scorched more than eig...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Tuesday, June seventeenth. Our top story today is the major traffic change at the border. Starting this morning, crews are permanently closing the last exit on Interstate 5 before the U.S.-Mexico border for construction. Travelers heading to San Ysidro will need to plan ahead to avoid confusion, as new detour signs go up throughout South Bay. City officials urge drivers to watch for updated directions and expect some initial delays as everyone adjusts.

In other news, emotions ran high this weekend downtown as more than sixty thousand people...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for June 14, 2025. Today, tens of thousands are expected to gather in Downtown San Diego for the "No Kings Day" protests, focusing on issues like authoritarianism and recent ICE raids. The protests will start at 10 a.m. at both Civic Center Plaza and Waterfront Park, with marches planned throughout the morning. Over 1,500 cities nationwide are participating in similar events, highlighting concerns about democracy and civil rights.

Moving on to local news, the weather today is expected to be sunny with a gentle breeze, making it perfect for outdoor activities like the...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Thursday, June 12, 2025.

We start with breaking news swinging our city into the national spotlight. San Diego is grappling with the highest inflation in the country this May, putting extra pressure on our grocery bills and rent. Economists point out that everyday costs have jumped almost four percent compared to last spring, a reminder for all of us to keep a close eye on household budgets as we move into summer.

On a brighter note for families, the free Parks After Dark program is back for its fourth...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Saturday, June seventh, twenty twenty-five. We wake up today to a blend of sunshine and early clouds, with mild temperatures expected to hold steady through the afternoon, making it a near-perfect day for outdoor plans around Balboa Park, Mission Bay, or a stroll by Petco Park. Light coastal breezes are a relief after a week of June Gloom, and forecasters say we’ll stay dry through tomorrow.

Breaking overnight, federal authorities confirm the owner of the GirlsDoPorn website has pleaded guilty to multiple counts of sex trafficking. This development fo...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for June 6, 2025.

We start today with a major drug bust in the South Bay. Federal and local authorities have arrested three men, all noncitizens, who they say were behind one of the largest methamphetamine seizures so far this year. The operation unfolded Monday evening near Otay Mesa Road, where 61 bundles of meth worth over five million dollars were found in three vehicles. Two vehicles led authorities to a motel in San Ysidro, the third to Chula Vista. The suspects, ages twenty-seven, thirty-five, and forty-nine, are facing conspiracy and trafficking charges...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

The County's recommended budget hearing gets underway this morning at 9 AM at the County Administration Building. Officials will present their balanced $8.62 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2025-27, addressing funding challenges while prioritizing vital services. Residents can participate in person, by phone, or online, and there's a second opportunity for public comment at 5:30 PM tonight, instead of the previously scheduled June 9 date.

Tensions remain high in South Park following last Friday's ICE raids at Buona Forchetta and Enoteca Buona Forchetta restaurants. The operations, captured on video...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Saturday, May 31, 2025.

Let’s start with breaking news out of North County this morning. The Henderson Fire near Pala, just north of State Route 76 and east of Interstate 15, has burned more than 180 acres since it broke out last night. Firefighters are battling the blaze with helicopters, and evacuation orders remain in effect for neighborhoods threatened by the fast-moving flames. A temporary evacuation center is set up at the Pala Casino parking lot, and crews are working nonstop while the cause of the fire is still under investigation. Please be al...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Friday, May 30, 2025.

Tragic news from Del Mar as authorities have recovered the body of a 10-year-old girl who went missing during a suspected migrant smuggling boat incident. Our hearts go out to the family during this difficult time. The investigation continues as officials work to determine the full circumstances surrounding this tragedy.

San Diego Unified School District is making significant changes to student cell phone use policies. The district is accepting public feedback on its draft policy through today. Parents and students are encouraged to share their...

Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Thursday, May 29, 2025.

The Rosecrans homeless shelter is set to close amid a funding dispute between city and county officials. The closure will impact 136 homeless individuals with mental illness who now face relocation. City officials are working with local service providers to find alternative housing solutions.

A light earthquake shook parts of San Diego County yesterday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. No damages or injuries have been reported, but it serves as a reminder for residents to review their emergency preparedness plans.

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