Benton Swift Joins Westcore as Vice President of Acquisitions

New Hire Expands Westcore’s Regional Acquisitions Model into East Coast Industrial and Logistics Markets

Record-Breaking October Heat Wave Refuses To Let Go Of San Diego County

More temperature records fell Tuesday after parts of San Diego County endured another day of triple-digit October heat.

San Diego Chef Wanted In Iowa Kidnapping Case Arrested After 14 Years On The Run

The U.S. Marshals Service said the fugitive had been living under an alias and working as a chef in San Diego.

County Supervisors Declare Emergency For El Nino, Following Report

Supervisors also voted to formally receive a report on weather preparedness efforts.

County Supervisors Advance 5-Year Records Retention Proposal

"You cannot put a price on open, accessible and transparent government," Supervisor Joel Anderson said.

Metrolink To Waive Fares For California Clean Air Day

Passengers will be able to board at any Metrolink station without a ticket and travel throughout the agency's 545-mile system.

Souplantation Is Coming Back To California

The San Diego-born buffet chain plans to open one location in the state, Sweet Tomatoes confirmed to Patch.

🌱 Patch AM: Leslie's Pool Supplies To Close 3 San Diego County Stores Amid Bankruptcy

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Leslie's Pool Supplies To Close 3 San Diego County Stores Amid Bankruptcy

The California-born retail giant is closing 26 California stores as part of a nationwide restructuring plan.

County Supervisor Proposes Transparent 5-Year Email Retention Policy

This would extend the current practice in an attempt to strengthen government transparency, Supervisor Joel Anderson said.

Trump Suggests Letting Iran 'Take Out Los Angeles, San Diego,' Stirring Local Outrage

The president's remarks drew criticism from Gov. Gavin Newsom and elected officials across the Golden State.

🌱 Patch AM: Coast Guard Interdicts 10 People Off Point Loma

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Coast Guard Interdicts 10 People Off Point Loma

The group was detained about 24 miles off the San Diego coast.

New County Consumer Protection Unit Announces First Set Of Lawsuits

San Diego County is bringing claims under California's Unfair Competition Law and False Advertising Law.

San Diego Woman Wins $1M On Pechanga Resort Casino Slot Machine

On Oct. 1, Temecula's Pechanga Resort Casino made its sixth millionaire of 2026. "Guests from across SoCal have won big in 2026," they say.

Security Guard Fatally Shot At Crystal Pier In Pacific Beach

The 31-year-old victim was unarmed and working at Crystal Pier when he was shot, San Diego police said.

Netflix TV Review: Monsters: The Lyle and Eric Menendez Story

I'ma KILL you, dad!

Shark Attacks Kayaker | Student Killed In Fall Was Bullied | Mall Shooting | New Holiday: 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 this weekend.

🌱 Patch AM: How a $50 million plan could change senior homelessness in San Diego

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Skateboarder Suffers Ankle Injury In Crash With Car In San Diego

The man suffered an open fracture to his ankle.

SDPD Releases Video Of Fatal Shooting Of Suspect

Erik Simon Sanders, 24, of Alpine, was shot by three officers as he exited the house while carrying a firearm, according to SDSO officials.

Movie Review: Good Boy

Catch that monster!

Movie Review: 28 Years Later The Bone Temple

The coming of Old Nick

🌱 Patch AM: How a skimming scheme hit San Diego’s most vulnerable families

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🌱 Patch AM: Threat Of Sanitation Strike In San Diego County Looms As Worker Contracts Expire, Union Says

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Walden Family Services Honors Julie and Dale Yahnke at Wine D’Vine 2026

Organization raises $152,000 at annual fundraiser, supporting youth in foster care across Southern California

Threat Of Sanitation Strike In San Diego County Looms As Worker Contracts Expire, Union Says

The possibility of a strike comes as contracts covering nearly 4,000 sanitation workers expired without tentative agreements.

Punky is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet This Week

She loves her toys.

San Diego Wealth Management Leader Robert J. Patterson Launches "Ascent to Prosperity," Redefining Success

A2P centers on Five-Fifths Thinking, a disruptive framework redefining wealth and success, with a certification for financial professionals.

San Diego Community College District Installs Signs Prohibiting ICE Actions On Campus

The 18-by-30-inch signs were being installed around the district's 10 campus locations at entry points.

SDG&E Prepares For Prolonged Heat Wave, Increased Energy Demand

San Diego Gas & Electric is monitoring the power grid as prolonged heat, dry conditions and offshore winds move into the region.

Contracts Expire for Nearly 4,000 Southern California Sanitation Workers

The union represents workers in the package delivery, sanitation and food delivery industries throughout Southern California.

CHP Boosting Southern California Patrols In Impaired-Driving Crackdown

"The message is clear: Impaired driving will not be tolerated on California roads."

🌱 Patch AM: Kids Get Free Admission To San Diego Zoo, Safari Park In October

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Kids Get Free Admission To San Diego Zoo, Safari Park In October

Children 11 and younger can visit for free as HalGLOWeen and the Autumn Festival return.

Give Blood, Get An 'Addams Family' T-Shirt In San Diego County

Donors who give blood in October will receive a special-edition T-shirt featuring Thing from "The Addams Family."

Suspicious Death Of Woman In San Diego Under Investigation

Police said homicide detectives were called to investigate because of unusual circumstances surrounding the death.

🌱 Patch AM: GPS Device, Cellphone Found As Search Continues For Sexually Violent Predator

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GPS Device, Cellphone Found As Search Continues For Sexually Violent Predator

Merle Wakefield, 69, was convicted in 1980 and 1991 of lewd or lascivious acts with a child under 14 and rape by force, officials said.

First Major Transit Fare Hike Since 2009 Goes Into Effect Thursday

Monthly passes will rise for MTS and NCTD riders, while COASTER fares will shift to a flat-rate system.