San Diego Councilmember Faces Scrutiny After Heated Verbal Exchange Caught On Video

A video recently surfaced on social media showing San Diego City Councilmember Henry L. Foster III engaged in a confrontational verbal exchange with a District Four resident identified only as Kenny. In the video, Foster repeatedly taunts the man by saying "go back to your momma's house" and calling him a "punk," even as the man reminds the councilmember that he is speaking to a constituent.

San Diego Police Criticized For Fatal Shooting Of Suicidal Man After Apparent Escalation Instead Of Aid

San Diego Police have released disturbing body-worn camera footage from a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred on May 31, 2025, in the Ocean Beach/Point Loma area. The video reveals a troubling series of events in which officers encountered 32-year-old Jacob Lyle Epple, who was in a visible mental health crisis and repeatedly begged to be shot, only to have his apparent death-by-cop plea ultimately fulfilled by Officer Yosgart Miranda.

San Diego Padres Star Fernando Tatis Jr. Sues Player Investment Group Over Allegedly Exploitive Deal Signed At 18

San Diego Padres star Fernando Tatis Jr. has filed a lawsuit in San Diego Superior Court against Big League Advance Fund (BLA), accusing the company of engaging in predatory lending practices that exploit young, financially inexperienced athletes - particularly those from Latin America. 

San Diego-Based Rusty Surfboards Responds With Legal Threats After Local Artist Posts Video About Unpaid Mural Fees

In a now-viral video, local artist Hanna's Murals, went public with allegations against San Diego-based Rusty Surfboards, claiming the company failed to pay her for a mural she completed nearly a year ago. Instead of issuing the payment she says is owed, the company allegedly responded by hiring a lawyer and sending her what she described as an intimidating cease-and-desist letter.

San Diego's James Coffee Eyes Vista For Next North County Expansion

James Coffee Co., one of San Diego’s most beloved homegrown coffee roasters, is quietly preparing to expand its presence in North County with a new outpost planned for downtown Vista.

Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival Soars With Country Charm - Plus A Luxurious Stay At South Coast Winery Resort & Spa

For a weekend of wine, country music, and hot air balloons, we headed to Temecula for the annual Balloon & Wine Festival - and were lucky enough to stay at the stunning South Coast Winery Resort & Spa, a luxurious oasis nestled right in the heart of Southern California wine country.

Rosie O’Grady’s Set to Reopen After Soundproofing And Liquor License Suspension Amid Ongoing Noise Dispute

Rosie O’Grady’s, the long-standing Irish pub at the corner in San Diego's Normal Heights, is set to reopen its doors following a nearly two-month closure sparked by a contentious noise dispute and a state-imposed liquor license suspension. 

Moulin Rouge! The Musical Brings Spectacular Spectacular To San Diego's Civic Theatre For Limited Run To Kick Off Summer

The glitz, glamor, and grandeur of Paris' most iconic cabaret are set to dazzle San Diego audiences this summer when Moulin Rouge! The Musical brings its Tony Award-winning production to the Civic Theatre for a limited run this June 24 to July 6.

Brazen Plant Thief Strikes Again At San Diego Cheese Shop

An artisanal cheese shop in San Diego has been the target of a bizarre and brazen theft as surveillance video captured a woman stealing plants from the shop's outdoor grounds - for the second time this year. 

Opinion: Fighting Beach Yoga While Slashing Services? San Diego’s Priorities Are Completely Upside Down

At a time when San Diego faces a staggering $258 million budget deficit - a gap so large it's resulted in slashed library hours, fire prevention cuts, and near elimination of beach fire pits - city leaders have chosen to double down on a legal fight against public yoga. This is a baffling decision that highlights just how wildly misplaced our municipal priorities have become.

The WorldWide Sumo Event At San Diego's Petco Park Is A Bust - Website Vanishes, Talent Visa Issues Confirm Cancellation Ahead Of Comic-Con

What was once hyped as a landmark cultural event during San Diego Comic-Con weekend may now be nothing more than a sumo-sized mystery. The much-promoted WorldWide Sumo "Super Power Show!", originally scheduled to take over Gallagher Square at Petco Park on July 25–26, has seemingly vanished - with its website offline, ticketing options gone, and no official updates from the Padres or Petco Park.

Crack Taco Shop Bringing Its Famous Tri-Tip Tacos To Coronado’s Orange Avenue

San Diego-based Crack Taco Shop, known for its crave-worthy "Cardiff Crack" tri-tip and bold takes on Mexican street food, is expanding once again - this time bringing its artisan taco fare to the heart of Coronado.

San Diego Restaurants Ordered Closed This Week (June 13-19) By County Health Department

This is the weekly list of San Diego County restaurants and food facilities that have faced temporary closures and downgraded status due to health inspections from June 13 - June 19, 2025.

Man Killed, Woman Injured In Early Morning Shooting Outside San Diego Hookah Lounge

A 21-year-old man is dead and a 37-year-old woman injured following a shooting outside a San Diego hookah lounge early Friday morning, prompting a homicide investigation and renewed concerns about public safety in the area.

Ultimate List Of San Diego's Top Independence Day Celebrations & Firework Shows For 4th Of July 2025

San Diego is one of the best places in the country to celebrate the 4th of July - so fire up the grill and get ready for the night sky to sparkle. No matter where you are in America’s Finest City, there’s a fireworks show nearby worth watching. Here is our list of more than 25 celebrations taking place all around San Diego County. 

Love Island USA Is Coming To San Diego's Pacific Beach In Search Of Its Next Bombshells

If you’ve ever watched Love Island USA and thought, I could do that - but better, now’s your chance to prove it. The reality dating juggernaut is in the midst of its sensational seventh season, and casting producers are already on the hunt for the next crop of flirty singles to fill its steamy villa. San Diego, get your best beachwear ready - Love Island USA is making a splash with a casting call coming to Pacific Beach.