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An SUV driver was under the influence of drugs when she swerved into the wrong lane, blew a red light and slammed into a Los Angeles city bus, killing two riders, prosecutors said as they charged her with murder.

As the Black Panther Party celebrates its 60th anniversary in Oakland, we sit down with local Panthers about how they’re reflecting on the party's history in San Diego — and what’s next for the movement.

In July, ICE arrested nearly 2,000 people in San Diego and Imperial Counties, setting a record for the most arrests in a single month in President Trump's second term.

As many colleges roll back or eliminate such programs, Sacramento State has expanded its offerings for students of color.

The 22nd annual San Diego Food + Wine Festival (SDFW) returns Nov. 1–8, 2026, welcoming attendees for eight days of cultural events celebrating Southern California and Baja with participating chefs, winemakers, spirits producers, and culinary experts from across the country and county joining us on the San Diego Bay shoreline. This year brings SDFW’s biggest programming evolution in more than two decades, ushering in a new era for the cross-border culinary event. The reimagined Grand Weekend features the debut of Icons + Legends, all-new “culinary districts” to explore, an expanded food rescue program in partnership with Rethink Food and the San Diego Food Bank, and—for the first time—a seamless two-day waterfront celebration that brings the Grand Tasting and Grand Fiesta together at the iconic Embarcadero. Renowned culinary talents from Food Network and Top Chef to Michelin Guide and the James Beard Foundation will attend SDFW 2026. The Festival’s talent roster includes Two-Michelin-star chef and winner of the Antonin Carême Medal Suzette Gresham; Top Chef finalist Joe Sasto; Michelin-starred, James Beard Award semifinalist, and executive chef of New York Times 50 Best Restaurants of 2025 honored Eric Bost; James Beard Award winners Maynard Llera and Susan Bae; Baja culinary pioneer Javier Plascencia; acclaimed pastry chef Kareem “Mr. Bake” Queeman; and sommelier and wine educator Cha McCoy, alongside lauded chefs and winemakers from both sides of the border. New this year, attendees will explore a series of “culinary districts” hosted by gastronomic all-stars, including: Smoke + Fire, a live-fire playground where premium proteins meet open flame Sweet Street, an indulgent destination devoted to pastry, desserts, and coffee So San Diego, showcasing the city's thriving local indie innovation and arts + culture scene Street Feast: Asian Market, inspired by vibrant Asian night markets South of the Border, an immersive journey into the people, places, and craftsmanship that define Baja and Mexico Here’s a peek into SDFW’s three signature Grand Weekend experiences: Icons + Legends (Friday, Nov. 6. VIP + Early Entry: 6 – 9 p.m. General Admission: 6:30 – 9 p.m.) a new opening-night tasting featuring award-winning chefs, wines, and spirits. Grand Tasting, Presented by Southwest Airlines® (Saturday, Nov. 7 VIP + Early Entry: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. General Admission: Noon – 3 p.m.) the flagship event with Michelin and James Beard-recognized talent, immersive tasting activations, and the attendee-voted “Chef of the Fest” competition. Grand Fiesta, Presented by Southwest Airlines® (Sunday, Nov. 8 VIP + Early Entry: 11a.m. – 3 p.m. General Admission: Noon – 3 p.m.): now held at the Embarcadero for the Festival’s first seamless two-day waterfront celebration, complete with expanded Baja programming and annual “Taco TKO” competition.

The new state budget that Gov. Gavin Newsom signed includes $55 million for the DMV to build a data-sharing system, a program meant to bring the state in compliance with the federal REAL ID law.

Rolling Stone reporter Cheyenne Roundtree says rumors of abuse followed the media mogul for years. Her book examines how Combs remained so powerful, despite decades of warning signs and allegations.

The Enchanted Garden Holiday Event is Saturday 14 November from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.! There is never a charge to visit. The garden inhabitants opted to do a toy drive for a local domestic violence organization so if you are able, new, unwrapped toys to donate to needy local children are most welcome (no toy weapons). This year the elves have partnered with dozens of artists from Fire and Mud Studios, San Marcos to help you get a head start on your Christmas shopping. The artists have lots of wares for you to shop for your favorite people! As usual, Santa will be there for photos with the kids and Mrs. Claus is happy to tell you about all our magical residents. There’s even a new game for the kids! Address: 13631 Rostrata Road, Poway, 92064. Street parking only.

In August, the San Diego Commission on Police Practices recommended that the San Diego Police Department change how officers conduct pretext traffic stops.

The Library's Autumn Concert Series takes place on Fridays from September 9 to October 3. Each concert will begin at 1 p.m. in the Winn Room. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the performance. On October 9, we will have Wilfrido Terrazas the flute, performing experimental, improvised music rooted in Mexican folk traditions and poetry. This concert is free to attend thanks to the support of the City of Coronado and the Friends of the Coronado Public Library. Seating is first come, first seated and doors will open at 12:45 p.m. Wilfrido Terrazas (Willy/he/él) is a flutist, improviser, composer, and educator based in San Diego, originally from Ensenada, Mexico. His work explores the edges of notation, improvisation, and collective creativity, and finds inspiration in various experimentalist lineages, Mexican folk traditions, and poetry. He has premiered over 400 works, composed more than 80, and recorded 60+ albums released internationally. Wilfrido has appeared at leading festivals and venues across 23 countries, is a core member of Generación Espontánea, Mexico City’s pioneering improvisers’ collective, and co–organizes the Semana Internacional de Improvisación in Ensenada. Since 2017, he has been a professor of music at the University of California San Diego. He is also member of the National System of Art Creators of Mexico (SNCA) for the period 2026-28.