City News Service

Rep. Scott Peters, D-San Diego and Rep. Mike Levin, D-Oceanside, joined a growing group of Democrats on Thursday calling on President Joe Biden to drop out of the presidential race.

San Diego County Public Health officials Thursday urged people to get up to date on COVID-19 vaccinations.

The California Independent System Operator insisted that "at this time, the grid is stable," but it noted that incessant high heat will drive up demand for power.

Merle Wade Wakefield, 67, has been recommended by the California Department of State Hospitals for placement at a home located at 15720 Sycamore Canyon Road.

Former San Diego State standout Kawhi Leonard will not play for the U.S. Olympic men's basketball team, USA Basketball announced Wednesday just hours before its exhibition opener against Canada in Las Vegas.

An excessive heat warning remained in effect for desert areas until at least 9 p.m. Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.

The announcement comes after a judge struck down San Diego's COVID-19 vaccine mandate, saying only the state can make that a requirement.

Earlier this month, supervisors unanimously voted to oppose any further placements of sexually violent predators until local jurisdictions are able to fully participate in the placement process, including having full veto authority.