City News Service

Businesses and scammers are being warned not to take advantage of consumers by price gouging or other fraud schemes during a state of emergency, with San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan saying Wednesday that doing so can result in prosecution and jail time.

County residents and businesses that experienced flooding damage during Monday's storm can report the damage through an online survey.

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors Tuesday unanimously passed a financial aid proposal for child care providers, including help with start-up costs.

The county proclaimed a local emergency Monday since federal and state assistance may be needed due to flooding damage from the storm, and the survey results will help officials assess the damage caused.

A high-speed rail line connecting Southern California with Las Vegas got a major boost Tuesday with the approval of $2.5 billion in bonds.

All three San Diego Metropolitan Transit System trolley lines will be running at lesser frequencies than normal Tuesday.

A 19-year-old was arraigned Friday in connection with the crimes.

San Diego Fire-Rescue crews worked to put out a brush fire near Torrey Pines State Beach.

The city is asking for feedback on a proposed design that retains the character of the Ocean Beach Pier, but with a modern twist.