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A city staff report said 19 accidents happened at the El Portal roundabout between February 2023 and August 2024. Eighteen were at night, and 12 involved drivers under the influence.

The National Weather Service issued red flag warnings until Friday morning for inland valleys and mountain areas.

A New York federal judge is set to hear pivotal questions in the case of Mahmoud Khalil, a leader of large Gaza solidarity protests at Columbia University who now faces deportation after his arrest by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.

This phenomenon known as a "planet parade," will feature Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune all present at the same time along a line in the night sky on Friday, NASA says.

San Diego County will loan up to $32 million to UC San Diego to expand behavioral health care for Medi-Cal beneficiaries. In other news, Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that would have expanded the number of languages offered on ballots. Plus, California’s Secretary of State is hosting a series of webinars to encourage more people to vote this November.

More than 10,000 federal employees who had yet to complete their probationary periods have been fired by the Trump administration, including those who work to protect American agriculture.

Dorothy Thompson saw the rise of Nazi Germany as a foreign correspondent in Berlin. A new series from Radio Diaries tells the story of Thompson's career as a radio broadcaster.

Join a Birch Aquarium naturalist to explore this local tide pool and learn about its unique animals. Discover the importance of this ever-changing environment and how you can help protect these habitats. Location: Meet at False Point What is a “King Tide”? The term “King Tide” is a phrase that refers to the highest tides and lowest tides of the year. Though not a scientific term, it’s a common way to describe these tidal events, which are usually one-to-two feet above average than the rest of the year. King Tides happen when both the sun and moon are at their closest to the Earth so the stronger gravitational pull produces exceptionally high and low tides. The change can be dramatic, with seawater reaching areas it normally doesn’t and flooding places that are otherwise above the waterline. Birch Aquarium’s Tide Pool Plaza and Blue Beach both offer excellent vantage points to view the King Tide at its peaks! While the intertidal zone is constantly experiencing the ocean’s ebb and flow throughout the year, the King Tides are far more dramatic and offer an opportunity to learn more about the impact of ocean levels on the coast as well as the fascinating habitats at the edge of the sea. King Tides are also an excellent time to observe what a change in sea level looks like on a broad scale. By studying these events, scientists can map how rising ocean temperatures and sea levels could impact coastal communities. Observing which places experience flooding can inform future conservation plans or provide early warning for places that might be at higher flooding risk long-term. Low Tide Exploration During the low period of King Tides, water levels also drop more dramatically than average. Usually-hidden habitats are revealed along with all of the native species who call these dynamic habitats home. Southern California tide pools are home to a wide variety of species from anemones and urchins to fish, crabs and lobsters, to sea slugs and even octopuses! “Tidepooling during King Tides allows humans to explore typically inaccessible habitats that are teeming with life and are critical to our coastal ecosystems,” said Matthew Arrollado, Public Programs Coordinator. “It’s important to be a conscientious explorer when tidepooling and to take only pictures and leave only footprints!” Join a Birch Aquarium Educator for Tidepooling Adventures to explore our local tide pools. During a 90-minute outing, guests will responsibly explore this sensitive habitat while learning how to safely navigate slippery rocks and spot the most elusive creatures. Discover the incredible species that live in the intertidal zone as well as the adaptations that make them uniquely fit for this rugged environment. Tickets for Tidepooling Adventures are on sale now. Participants must be at least 3 years old and minors must be accompanied by a paid adult. Tidepooling Adventures are $17 for aquarium members, $20 for non-members as part of an Outdoor Adventure Bundle or $25 for standalone tickets. Age minimum is ages 3+. Children ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Birch Aquarium on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

Crews are working to extinguish a vegetation fire near the intersection of Gilman Drive and Via Alicante in La Jolla.

Attorney General Pamela Bondi says the accused are part of a "wave of domestic terrorism." Experts say this is a common stance of the federal government and can be used to seek stiffer penalties.