Today in San Diego

NBC 7's Sheena Parveen has a rundown on what to expect this week as a winter storm makes its way through Southern California. Today is expected to be the busiest day on the road this week, as 14 million of the 16.5 million travelers will be driving to their holiday destination. A federal court has ruled in favor of two Escondido Christian teachers, who sued over California's transgender pronoun policy.  

Investigation underway into deputy-involved shooting in Imperial Beach, Teen hospitalized after being hit driver suspected of driving drunk in Imperial Beach, Rain expected for Christmas holiday

Heavy air and road traffic is expected across Southern California as the holiday travel begins. The San Diego Rescue Mission served meals to people experiencing homelessness or financial hardship this weekend. NBC 7's Brooke Martell has details on the holiday week forecast, as rain begins to move into San Diego County this week.

A man will spend decades in prison after pleading guilty to sex crimes involving children. Plus, for the first time in 15 years, San Diego is closing out the year with a dip in rent prices.  And, the world's most famous skateboarder is taking part in tonight's performance of "The Nutcracker" at the San Diego Civic Center. NBC's Dana Williams has these stories and more, including meteorologist Brooke Martell's forecast for this Saturday, December 20, 2025.

A memorial is growing for a 14-year-old Mira Mesa teen after he was hit and killed by a car, near the intersection of Camino Ruiz and Hyrdra lane. Local military families say they're thankful for the bonus check they're receiving from the government this holiday season. The San Diego Zoo holiday tradition 'Jungle Bells' is back tonight, with live entertainment and animal shows.

San Diego high school teacher faces sexual assault charges,  Busiest days for holiday travel within the next two weeks, Chula Vista reveals more details on bayfront expansion

A traffic stop with a man riding an e-bike ended in a shootout with San Diego Police Officers in Balboa Park. Some local elected officials are questioning how an eight hour closure on I-5 was handled and communicated. A $1M donation will reimburse San Diego Community College health care students for their certification and testing expenses.

Dense fog is causing problems at San Diego International Airport. Plus, a local Hanukkah celebration had to be moved to a different location for safety reasons. And, Oceanside's new fire station means faster responses to rural areas. NBC's Steven Luke has these stories and more, including meteorologist Sheena Parveen's forecast for this Tuesday, December 16, 2025.

San Diego's Jewish community is coming together to grieve the loss of 15 people killed during a shooting at a Hanukkah event in Australia. Police are investigating a deadly crash in Mira Mesa that killed a 15 year old boy. The Salvation Army Kroc Center is asking for donations ahead of it's annual giveaway on Thursday.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Monday. 

The head of US immigration, Border Czar Tom Homan visited the US-Mexico border this weekend to hold an end-of-year update on the security measures that were added. Two San Diego police officers are recovering after being hit by a car while on duty. The San Diego County Sheriff's department is hoping to return about a million dollars worth of property back to it's owners after it was stolen from several North County storage units.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Sunday. 

San Diego County has agreed to pay $10 million to settle a lawsuit filed after the disturbing death of an 11-year-old adopted girl. New data shows about a quarter of downtown San Diego's office spaces aren't being used right now. The Mission Bay Parade of Lights returns this weekend.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Saturday.

San Diego Police Department say their data shows proposition 36 is working on lowering theft. The San Diego Sheriff's Department and schools in San Marcos are launching a new E-Bike safety program. The County Board of Supervisors has approved plans for United Airlines to offer four daily flights from Palomar Airport to San Francisco and Denver. 

Local law enforcement to increase patrols during holiday season, Teenage boy under arrest after female student is stabbed at San Ysidro High School,  Suspect arrested after altercation with San Diego Deputy during a welfare check in Lakeside

San Diego city leaders give final approval to $30 million SDPD shooting settlement , Person-of-Interest in Southcrest remains investigation in court, Police asking public for tips on infant body found in Mission Bay restroom

Investigation of infant's body found in a Mission Bay restroom,  San Diego city councilmembers to possibly finalize $30 million settlement in SDPD shooting,  Council vote on continued use of license plate reader technology

The San Diego City Council will consider paying the largest settlement in U.S. history to the parents of a teenager shot and killed by a San Diego police officer. Plus, the future of license plate reader cameras in San Diego will be decided this week. And, a preview of this year's Holiday Bowl. NBC's Nicole Gomez has these stories and more, including meteorologist Sheena Parveen's forecast for this Monday, December 8, 2025.

On Tuesday, the San Diego City Council will vote on whether to continue using controversial license plate reader technology. Carlsbad is moving forward with new age restrictions for E-Bike riders. San Diego Unified School District has announced plans to build 1,500 homes for district employees.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Sunday. 

The San Diego County District Attorneys office says they are working with the medical examiner to identify the human remains found at a Southcrest home this week. After being shut down for more than 8 hours, I-5 is now open. San Diego County has announced an increase in park user fees for things like camping, fishing, boating and facility rentals.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Saturday. 

Investigators cleared the area around a Southcrest home, where multiple sets of human remains were discovered. Southern California Edison says the San Onofre nuclear generating station will come down next year. Our toys for tots drive kicks off today at the walmart parking lot on Murphy Canyon for today's drive!

Multiple human remains found at Southcrest home,  Marine dies in training accident at Camp Pendleton,  San Diego Police and Fire Departments hold community meeting to discuss their surveillance technology  

Human remains were discovered at a home in a Southcrest neighborhood. A coyote that bit two kids near the UTC mall near University City has been euthanized. The Padres surprised 100 students in Logan Heights at Rodriguez Elementary with free bikes.

San Diego Police look for driver in deadly hit-and-run over the weekend; TSA  to charge new fee for travelers without a Real ID,  Giving Tuesday fundraiser for non-profits

San Diego Police are asking for the public's help finding the hit and run driver that killed a 60-year-old man in Hillcrest. The Zoo has formalized plans to charge $16 per day for parking for Non-Zoo members. Starting tonight at 10:00, the Hawthorne exit on the Northbound I-5 will be closed, as well as the north and southbound SR-163 connectors to I-5.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Monday. 

A man is in now custody, accused in the Thanksgiving eve hit-and-run death of child in Escondido. Plus, as the San Diego F.C. inaugural season ends, fans are grateful and looking forward to next year. And, there will no more warnings for EV drivers found driving solo in the carpool lane. NBC 7's Steven Luke has these stories and more, including meteorologist Brooke Martell's forecast for Sunday, November 30, 2025.

Three people were hospitalized after falling from the 30-foot fence on the San Diego side of the U.S.-Mexico border in Otay Mesa. San Diego fire crews are investigating the cause of a fire that burned down a house in City Heights. Tonight, San Diego FC will take on Vancouver in the MLS Western Conference Final.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Saturday. 

There appears to be a San Diego connection in the deadly shooting of two National Guardsmen in Washington, D.C. Plus, the search is on to find the driver who hit and killed an 11-year-old boy in Escondido and took off. And, the county is pushing for a "Green Friday" to get people outdoors.  NBC 7's Steven Luke has these stories and more, including meteorologist Brooke Martell's forecast for this Friday, November 28, 2025.

San Diego Zoo releases new parking prices for the new year,  Child hurt in Escondido by hit-and-run driver,  Snapdragon Stadium tickets sold out for San Diego FC conference final

A three year-old girl was taken to the hospital after her parents say she was bitten by a coyote in University City, near UTC. Flu cases are on the rise in San Diego County. NBC 7 Chief Meteorologist Sheena Parveen has details on your Thanksgiving week forecast. 

Four hospitalized after fiery car crash in Scripps Ranch, Plan to build thousands of homes in Clairemont moves forward,  San Diego FC advance to MLS Western Conference Final

As holiday travel gets underway, San Diego International Airport is now offering what they're calling the SAN Pass, which allows people without a plane ticket to go beyond TSA to say goodbye or greet someone at the gate. More San Diego neighborhoods will soon have to pay for parking on Sundays. Thousands of soccer fans are expected at Snapdragon Stadium tonight for San Diego FC's Western Conference Semi-Final against Minnesota United FC.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Monday. 

New intel is now coming to light following an hours long shutdown on Interstate 5 yesterday. The City of San Diego says they have installed about 300 metered parking spaces near Balboa Park. Tomorrow, thousands of soccer fans are expected to pour into Snapdragon Stadium for San Diego FC's win or go home playoff match.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Sunday. 

The I-5 was shutdown in both directions along Camp Pendleton as police searched for an armed suspect. Plus, an update on the cross-border sewage crisis. And, a call for donations for those in need in Logan Heights. NBC Dana Williams has these stories and more, including meteorologist Brooke Martell's forecast for November 22, 2025.

The latest storm is bringing rain across San Diego County on Friday. San Diego International Airport says the holiday travel rush is starting today ahead of Thanksgiving week, with the busiest days being next Sunday and Monday. Today, the Hotel Del is opening 'Skating By the Sea' today!

San Diegans are mourning the loss of Randy Jones, the San Diego Padres first Cy Young Award winner, who died at the age of 75. The San Diego Sheriff's department arrested two people in connection with more than a dozen burglaries at storage units in the North County. The San Diego Zoo Safari Park announced they will open their all-new elephant valley on March 5th! 

Communities across San Diego county have been pummeled with rain this week. Chief meteorologist Sheena Parveen has the latest on when the next round of rain will begin. San Diego police are investigating a pair of BB gun-type shootings outside bars in Bankers Hill and Hillcrest. San Diego city leaders say they plan to take the battle over building height limits in the Midway District to the California Supreme Court.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Wednesday. 

The body of a fisherman and popular YouTuber from Ocean Beach has been found. Plus, local arson investigators are looking into a mysterious explosion. And, retailers are branding this month as "Black November" as holiday shopping habits evolve. NBC 7's Steven Luke has these stories and more, plus meteorologist Sheena Parveen's forecast for this Tuesday, November 18, 2025.

With this weekend's heavy rain and more showers expected in the coming days, San Diego police are emphasizing the importance of road safety for drivers. The FAA announced last night that the emergency order affecting 40 airports, including San Diego International, would end and that flights will resume operations as normal starting at 3 AM local time. You can help NBC 7 and Telemundo 20 spread some holiday cheer during this year's Toys for Tots Drive by dropping off a new and unwrapped toys at participating cricket wireless locations.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Monday. 

An 18-year-old accused of firing shots from a military style rifle in Poway was arrested in Oklahoma. NBC 7's Brooke Martell has details on the rain headed to San Diego to kick off the week. The USS Pierre will soon head to San Diego to make it its permanent homeport. 

We are tracking a storm in San Diego this weekend with the potential for some flooding. Plus, at least 4 people were found dead after a boat overturned in Imperial Beach overnight. And, the new parking fees for Balboa Park.  NBC 7's Dana Williams has these stories and more, including meteorologist Brooke Martell's forecast for Saturday November 11, 2025.

Days of rain ahead for San Diego from an atmospheric river storm. Plus, Santee is the latest city in San Diego County to make bans on e-bikes. And, Padres fans are wondering what's next as the team announces news of a possible sale. NBC 7's Marianne Kushi has these stories and more, including meteorologist Brooke Martell's forecast for this Friday, November 11, 2025.

After 43 days, the longest government shutdown if officially over, with President Trump approving a short-term stopgap bill on Wednesday night. San Diego's public safety committee voted to reauthorize the use of automated license plate readers by San Diego Police. A storm is headed towards San Diego, we're tracking when the rain is expected to arrive.

Supreme Court extends order to block SNAP payments, Proposal to install metal barriers to keep cars off sidewalks near Lakeside schools after video showed a car driving over the curbs, Goodwill holds annual Little Black Dress fundraiser.

The Senate has agreed to a deal to end the government shutdown, we look at what's next. Plus, why the new Padres skipper says returning to the club feels like family. And, what you can expect at this year's Veteran's Day parade. NBC 7's Steven Luke has these stories and more, including meteorologist Sheena Parveen's forecast for Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

Senate advance tentative deal to end the government shutdown,  New career center opens in Chula Vista,  Sharp nurses vote to authorize strike

In Poway, city leaders are now debating how to fill a vacancy on the city council following the resignation of Tony Blain. Portions of I-5 are closed this weekend from La Jolla to Mission Bay for construction. Local repair crews say not enough people are reporting potholes on San Diego streets.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Saturday.