Tropical Storm Rachel swamps San Diego County with heavier-than-expected rain
The tropical storm brought more than 5 inches of rain to Palomar Mountain, caused flooding in coastal areas and prompted at least two rescues from storm culverts.
October 2026
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A bus driver was removed after pulling over to rescue a kitten. Parents want her back behind the wheel.
More than 530 people have signed a petition backing Cynthia Morgan. A school system letter cites “multiple incidents,” including letting a student off the bus to grab the cat.
Once dormant, Chicago’s weather bell is aglow once again
The iconic weather bell in Chicago has been restored.
McCann, Tamayo spar over ethics, development in Chula Vista mayoral race
Incumbent Mayor John McCann and school board trustee Francisco Tamayo lay out their positions on a LIUNA-backed charter package, the rising cost of living and the city’s bayfront development ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
Could a little-known new law bring sales tax rates in San Diego County to 10% — or higher?
Four cities served by MTS already have sales tax rates just below the state cap — and voters could pass a half-cent countywide hike next month.
Outdoors: Some insight into the mysterious mustang that roamed California’s White Mountains
Legendary wild horse has inspired a song and found admirers who visited remote terrain.
Far more people are taking transit to San Diego’s airport. Will that help the case for a direct connection — or hurt it?
Ridership on both MTS’s 992 bus and the free San Diego Flyer shuttle are both sharply up in recent years.
Building a community, one comic book at a time
The owners of five San Diego County comic book shops share their stories of art, business and belonging.
Encinitas plan to use shelter beds in National City sparks debate over regional homelessness responsibility
National City’s mayor and the San Diego Rescue Mission say the 12-bed arrangement is a temporary fix until a North County shelter opens, while a mayoral candidate argues Encinitas is shifting its responsibility onto a city with fewer resources.
Michael Smolens: San Diego’s century-long mayor-city manager debate never dies
Dissatisfaction with Mayor Gloria and City Hall in general has some insiders talking about a vast change to government structure.