City News Service

The 81-year-old man was suddenly assaulted by an unknown suspect, causing severe injuries, police said.

The number of coronavirus patients in San Diego County hospitals has surged to almost 600, according to the latest state figures.

The number of coronavirus patients in San Diego County hospitals surged past 500 Friday, as local health officials urged residents to keep their New Year's Eve celebrations small and safe.

San Diego's extended forecast calls for clearing and dry conditions with colder-than-average temperatures starting Saturday and lasting into next week following nine straight days of measurable rain, the National Weather Service said Friday.

Most San Diego city offices and services will be closed for the New Year's Eve and New Year's Day holidays, authorities said Friday.

The dramatic surge in COVID-19 cases continued Thursday, with a daily record of 5,976 new infections reported and county public health officials urging residents to keep New Year's celebrations small.

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.