Today in San Diego

Two straight days of major wildfires in San Diego County, including the Church Fire near Campo and the Sorrento Valley fire, where police have arrested a man accused of arson. Plus, a homicide investigation in Mt. Hope, a proposed ban on federal agents using the county gun range, and a new 4,000-person live music venue coming to San Diego.

We have an update on the Sorrento Fire that's forced evacuaiton orders. Plus, county supervisors are set to vote on state bills that would reduce rising utility costs. And, a local non-profit that helps provide job training and support to entrepreneurs. NBC 7's Marianne Kushi has these stories and more, include meteorologist Sheena Parveen's forecast for Monday, August 17, 2026.

Investigators are looking into how a 34-year-old man died while in custody of the San Diego County Sheriff's Office. The California Coastal Commission is considering closing part of La Jolla Cove to visitors. Students at Del Sur Elementary in Rancho Santa Fe are hoping to make their way back to school this week after positive mold spore tests in several classrooms. NBC7's Monica Hernandez breaks down those stories, plus your forecast from meteorologist Sheena Parveen on August 16, 2026.

Family members of servicemembers aboard the USS Lincoln are speaking out about the deteriorating conditions after 9 months at sea. This weekend, more than a dozen public bathrooms are reopened after the city of San Diego closed them this summer. Warmer temperatures are drawing an unusual number of string-rays to the shallows of San Diego beaches.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Saturday. 

An 18-year-old La Jolla man pleads guilty after admitting he kicked a sea lion in a viral video. Plus, the USS George Washington heads toward the Middle East as families hope the long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln may finally be coming home.

San Diego Sherriff's Department says an investigation is underway after human remains were found at Palomar Mountain State Park last night. All public bathrooms in Mission Bay Park are set to reopen tomorrow. Classes are back in session today for several school districts around the county. NBC7's Steven Luke breaks down the biggest stories this morning, plus your forecast from meteorologist Sheena Parveen on August 13, 2026. 

The San Diego County DA is seeking the death penalty against the adoptive mother accused in the death of 11-year-old Arabella McCormack. Plus, a Poway hammer attack, oral arguments in Ali Abulaban's appeal, a hate crime investigation at a UCSD fraternity house, what's next for Big Bear's Shadow after Jackie's death, and Sweetwater Valley Little League's push for the World Series.

Families say their loved ones on aboard the U.S.S. Lincoln are dealing with conditions that are making them concerned. Plus, popular hiking areas temporarily closing due to extreme heat. And, a San Diego baseball team is two wins away from a trip to the Little League World Series. NBC 7's Steven Luke has these stories and more, including meteorologist Sheena Parveen's forecast for Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

Thousands of students in the San Diego Unified School District return to classrooms today for the first day of school. New E-Bike rules are going into effect this week in San Diego. Developers for the Midway Rising project held a public forum to lay out the details of the initiative.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Monday. 

Police say a man fired a shot that tore through a wall at a La Mesa apartment home and came inches from ending a neighbor's life. The community will have a chance to share their thoughts on the Midway Rising development project. Thousands of SDUSD students are getting ready for the start of a new school year tomorrow. NBC7's Monica Hernandez breaks down those stories, plus you forecast from meteorologist Brooke Martell on August 9, 2026.

San Diego Police are investigating a deadly shooting at a home on Summerview Court in Mira Mesa. Cal Fire says crews were able to stop the spread of the Beaver Fire in Jamul just before 6:00 last night. Today, San Diego County officials will be handing out free backpacks filled with school supplies at 3666 Kearny Villa Road.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Saturday. 

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria is calling on Congress to extend Temporary Protected Status for thousands of Haitians and Syrians living in San Diego. A Marine recruit has died after suffering what was described as a "medical emergency." The City of San Diego has new e-bike regulations going into effect next week. NBC7's Nicole Gomez has those stories and more plus your forecast from meteorologist Sheena Parveen on August 7, 2026. 

For the first time in years, the water near the Imperial Beach Pier is safe to swim in, according to the county. And, a North County community group is pushing back on a proposed ice skating complex in Escondido. Plus, some neighbors in Scripps Ranch are on edge after a string of attempted car thefts and break-ins over the weekend. NBC7's Steven Luke has those stories and more plus your forecast from meteorologist Sheena Parveen on August 6, 2026.

The woman accused of killing her wife and beloved Cal Fire Captain Rebecca Marodi at their home in Ramona has pleaded guilty. Westfield Plaza Bonita has sold for more than $200M to developers Lowe and Henderson Park. Nearly 95,000 local students return to San Diego's largest school district on Monday, and they're in for some changes this school year.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Wednesday. 

President Trump is set to visit Los Angeles today to highlight his administration's accomplishments. And, local law enforcement will be out around San Diego County as a way to build relationships with community members. Plus, the Chargers are back in San Diego but just for a few days. NBC 7's Steven Luke has the top stories alongside Meteorologist Angelica Campos with your forecast for August 4, 2026. 

A San Diego teenager say he's been wrongly accused in an assault on a sea lion at La Jolla Cove. A Tijuana organization that provides medical care to deportees and people living on the streets is asking for help. A new online tool allows Californians to ask registered data brokers to stop selling their personal information without having to contact hundreds of companies individually.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Monday. 

Some local beaches are closed after bacteria was detected in the water. And, county officials have closed three parks for the entire month of August because of the heat. Plus, new signs for tourists are up in Tijuana for easier access to destinations. NBC 7's Monica Hernandez has the top stories alongside Meteorologist Brooke Martell with your forecast for August 2, 2026.

Lifeguards are on high alert this weekend for intense waves and strong rip currents. And, an investigation is underway as to what caused a fighter jet to crash at MCAS Miramar on Friday. Plus, a family was evacuated from their La Mesa home overnight after an RV near their house caught on fire. NBC 7's Monica Hernandez has the top stories alongside Meteorologist Brooke Martell with your forecast for August 1, 2026.

An extreme heat warning is in store for the weekend across San Diego County. And, investigators unveiled more details about the sex trafficking busts during Comic-Con weekend. Plus, pickleball is taking over the Gaslamp Quarter next month.  NBC 7's Steven Luke has the top stories alongside Meteorologist Brooke Martell with your forecast for July 31, 2026.

Former San Diego Chargers linebacker and longtime San Diego radio host Billy Ray Smith Jr. has died at the age of 64. A San Diego police officer shot a passenger in the shoulder during a stolen car investigation in San Ysidro. 27 people were arrested in San Diego during a human trafficking sting over Comic-Con weekend.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Thursday. 

Lifeguards respond to multiple cliff rescues at Sunset Cliffs as officials once again warn about the dangers of the popular coastline. Plus, the Tijuana zoo at Parque Morelos is shutting down after an audit uncovered serious animal welfare concerns, and city leaders are asking the San Diego Zoo to help relocate more than 160 animals. And, health officials are investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to a deli in Ramona, with several people reporting illnesses.

Funeral services begin for longtime South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham as the nation honors his decades of public service. Back in San Diego, lifeguards are sounding the alarm after two recent drownings and a spike in ocean rescues, warning that dangerous surf and rip currents remain a serious threat. And a viral video showing a teenager critically injured after an illegal cliff jump in Point Loma, and why first responders hope others learn from it.

Three people are dead and seven others injured after a deadly shooting in Seattle at a food festival. And, a man who stole an excavator in North Park was arrested. Plus, the San Diego Tourism Authority said San Diego Comic-Con brings in $165 million for businesses, hotels, and restaurants around the city.  NBC 7's Nicole Gomez has the top stories alongside Meteorologist Sheena Parveen with your forecast for July 27, 2026.

Sunday wraps up five days of fan-favorite panels and surprise celebrity appearances at San Diego Comic-Con. And, a Barrio Logan post office is closing its doors soon. Plus, young adults who've spent time living on the streets are now receiving housing help. NBC 7's Monica Hernandez has the top stories, alongside Meteorologist Brooke Martell with your forecast on July 26, 2026.

Thousands of fans will pack the Gaslamp Quarter as Comic-Con weekend continues. And, there's rising concerns after a string of break-ins at Kensington. Plus, there's outrage after a viral video shows a young man attacking a sea lion at La Jolla Cove. NBC 7's Monica Hernandez has your top stories alongside Meteorologist Brooke Martell with your forecast for July 25, 2026.

There is much better progress on the Creelman Fire that's been burning since Wednesday. And, a group of young adults who have experienced homelessness in San Diego are receiving housing help. Plus, health officials in San Diego County are trying to track down anyone who may have touched a bat at a Vista diner. NBC 7's Marianne Kushi has your top stories, plus your forecast from Meteorologist Sheena Parveen on July 24, 2026.

Firefighters continue working in Ramona to battle a brush fire that's burned nearly 350 acres. Over the next few days, downtown will be pop culture central as Comic-Con returns. After seven years, Birch Aquarium is preparing to once again offer a chance to snorkel with leopard sharks. NBC7's Steven Luke has the details on all those stories and more, plus your forecast from meteorologist Sheena Parveen on July 23, 2026.

Oceanside Police have put a pause on their search for a missing mother so they can focus on investigative efforts to find her. New lower speed limit signs are now going up in San Ysidro. A second Ringer's Roller Rink has opened along the Embarcadero. NBC7's Marianne Kushi has those stories and more, along with your forecast from meteorologist Sheena Parveen on July 22, 2026.

Tonight, people in the South Bay have the chance to weigh in on a new ballot measure that could revamp how the city of Chula Vista is managed. Cal Fire is welcoming a $20 million infrastructure improvement project at Ramona Air Attack Base. The Port of San Diego has approved renaming the West side of Spanish Landing Park as Kumeyaay Beach.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Tuesday. 

Another U.S. service member has been killed, and another injured during a controlled detonation of ammunition on a downed Iranian drone in Northern Iraq. A Grant Hill liquor store owner is criticizing San Diego police, saying officers took too long to respond after a burglary at his store. Thousands of people lined University Avenue on Saturday for the annual San Diego Pride Parade, one of the largest Pride celebrations in the country.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Monday. 

The U.S. military launched new retaliatory strikes on Iran early this morning after two U.S. service members were killed in Jordan. A carjacking attempt in San Marcos ended with the suspect in the hospital. A high surf advisory will begin tonight at 5 for San Diego County beaches.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Sunday. 

More than 250,000 people are expected to line the streets this weekend for today's annual Pride Parade in Hillcrest. Today family and friends will resume their search for an Oceanside mother and ER nurse on Palomar Mountain. After 103 matches, 16 cities and 3 countries, the 2026 FIFA World Cup officially comes to a close tomorrow.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Saturday. 

The Thorn Fire in East County is no longer growing, but evacuation orders remain in place as firefighters continue gaining ground. We also preview a busy weekend across San Diego with Opening Day at Del Mar, the annual Pride Parade and Festival, and major road closures.

A brush fire continues to burn in the boulevard area in the far southeastern part of the county. Police are investigating a deadly stabbing near Petco Park in the East Village. In the City of San Diego, you might see a change in your water bill next year. NBC7's Steven Luke has those stories plus your forecast from meteorologist Sheena Parveen on July 16, 2026. 

San Diego is heating up as another stretch of hot weather settles across the region. We also break down the upcoming election that will determine four San Diego City Council seats and what it could mean for the city's future. Plus, the latest on the search for a missing Oceanside mother and the investigation into her disappearance.

An Oceanside family searches for answers after a missing mother's car is found on Palomar Mountain. A teen killed in an Encinitas crosswalk is identified, the UC system moves to keep SAT and ACT scores out of admissions, and we have the latest First Alert Forecast, and a groundbreaking gorilla surgery.

A widespread heat wave is settling over San Diego County, bringing soaring temperatures and rising humidity from the coast to the mountains. Plus, local business owners are pushing back against a proposed overhaul of the city's business license tax, saying it could hurt small businesses. And, the wait is almost over, Del Mar Thoroughbred Club opens its summer racing season this week, with thousands expected to head to the track. Here's what you need to know to start your day.

There are new safety concerns along a busy street in Encinitas after a woman was struck and killed by a car. And we're learning more about a wrong-way chase on the five freeway that ended in a standoff. Plus, the Padres are celebrating a much-needed win after taking down the Blue Jays. NBC7's Monica Hernandez has those stories, plus your forecast from meteorologist Brooke Martell on July 12, 2026.

CHP has arrested a man who they say shot a woman while she was driving on the freeway with a child in the backseat. San Diego County officials are warning about a potential exposure to multidrug-resistant Tuberculosis for anyone at Cal Sate San Marcos or anyone who might have taken the North County Transit District sprinter train. The San Diego Port is looking for feedback on a proposal to bring Topgolf to East Harbor Island.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Saturday. 

A jury has found Larry Millete guilty of first-degree murder in the death of his wife, Maya, who was last seen five years ago. And a Scripps Oceanography report is outlining the potential to predict coastal cliff collapse before it happens. Plus, the LA28 Olympics have opened volunteer applications for the games. NBC7's Marianne Kushi breaks down those stories, plus your forecast from meteorologist Sheena Parveen on July 10, 2026.

The jury begins deliberating in the murder trial of Larry Millete, the man accused of killing his wife, Maya, in a case with no body, no crime scene, and no murder weapon. We break down the final arguments from both the prosecution and defense. Plus, more public restrooms close around Mission Bay as San Diego works to address its budget deficit, Waymo announces self-driving robotaxis are coming to San Diego, and an unusual pet store burglary ends with a pregnant snake safely returned home.

An update to a double murder case in Ramona. The first locally acquired case of Chagas disease reported in San Diego County, and FireSat satellites launch to improve wildfire detection from space. 

One man is in custody after Sheriff's Deputies say he killed two people in Ramona overnight. Arson investigators are looking for a man accused of starting a fire at an apartment complex in Imperial Beach. New E-Bike regulations head to the San Diego City Council today for a second reading.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Tuesday. 

The National Weather Service says today is the start of a warm-up, with the peak of the hot weather hitting San Diego County on Thursday. The San Diego Humane Society is urging anyone who may have lost their pets during this weekend's fireworks to check their local shelters right away. Today, the US Men's National Team takes on Belgium in their first round of 16 match in 24 years. You can watch the match in Spanish on Peacock and Telemundo 20.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Monday. 

As the holiday weekend continues, a group of volunteers is gathering this morning to get a head start on Fourth of July beach cleanups. And, days after the Trump administration announced it will not renew the U.S.'s landmark trade agreement, we're getting a clearer picture of the impact it could have on San Diego. Plus, a watch party for today's most anticipated World Cup game is happening in Barrio Logan. NBC7's Monica Hernandez has those stories plus your forecast from meteorologist Brooke Martell on July 5, 2026. 

Massive crowds are expected at the beaches and fireworks shows across San Diego as 4th of July celebrations get underway. The California Highway Patrol is doubling patrols across the state for the holiday weekend. A number of parades are taking place across the county to celebrate the holiday. You can find a full list on NBC7.com.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Saturday.