Today in San Diego

Things are getting back to normal at San Diego International Airport after a ground stop prevented flights from arriving or departing. More rain will move through San Diego County this morning, with a slight chance of rain in the afternoon. Registration for tickets for the 2028 Olympics is opening in January, with tickets starting at $28. 

San Diego County Sheriff's Office are searching for a woman who's trailer was found in San Diego County after missing for months. San Diego leaders are denouncing federal budget cuts, which they say is putting vulnerable people at risk. Carlsbad is working on its new traffic plan, which includes one traffic circle and improvements to sidewalks. 

The San Diego City Council has voted in favor of paid parking in and around Balboa Park. Plans to build a fuel transfer station in National City appear to have hit a setback. Tonight Carlsbad city leaders will consider new rules for E-bike riders, and they want to hear from the public.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Tuesday. 

There's a major shakeup at some middle schools in the San Diego Unified School District. Plus, a proposal to give a raise to workers in the San Diego tourism industry. And, the San Diego City Council is set to vote once again after the plan for paid parking around Balboa Park hit a speed bump. NBC 7's Marianne Kushi has these stories and more, as well as meteorologist Sheena Parveen's forecast for Monday, September 15, 2025.

Flyers have appeared in  Vista and San Marcos urging people to reporter undocumented people they see in neighborhoods, at work, school, and other places. San Diego International Airport is hosting an open house of terminal one today, before it opens later this month. There are several major events going on across San Diego County to celebrate Mexican Independence Day. 

Right now, San Diego Police are looking for the two people responsible for shooting and killing a man in Ocean Beach Wednesday night. A group of San Diego leaders unveiled a new effort to push back on mass deportations. The El Capitan Reservoir has shut down its boat ramp because the water level is too low for people to bring their own boats.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Saturday. 

FBI releases new video in Charlie Kirk shooting investigation,  New surveillance video in Ocean Beach Shooting,  Citrus quarantine for Northern San Diego

Search Continues for suspect in Charlie Kirk assassination,  Suspect search for deadly shooting in Ocean Beach, 9/11 Remembrance Events across San Diego

The foster son of a Valley Center woman, whose skeletal remains were found on her ranch earlier this year, was ordered to stand trial on nearly three dozen felony counts related to the alleged fraudulent use of the woman's identity. San Diego City Council members will revisit the proposed ordinance that would add metered parking in a portion of Balboa Park after several members said they didn't support it. A local whale watching group got quite the surprise when two sperm whales appeared off the coast of San Diego.

Homes destroyed in Los Coches Fire in Lakeside,  Proposal to add parking fees at Balboa Park moves forward, Public hearing on potential water rate increases

The next phase of construction is beginning at San Diego International Airport, as the connecting road between terminal one and terminal two will be closed. Chula Vista has adopted new rules barring children aged 12 and under from ride e-bikes within city limits. Today, San Diego city leaders will look to push forward with new fees at the San Diego Zoo's parking lot.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Monday. 

The Southbound I-5 between SR-52 and Mission Bay Drive is closed until tomorrow morning at 5:00 A.M. as crews install new concrete slabs, improve drainage and restore old culverts. Tomorrow, Airport officials are closing the road connecting terminal 1 and 2. The San Diego City Council could take a big step towards charging to park at the San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Sunday. 

A portion of southbound I-5 will be closed over the weekend. Plus, a military family is asking for help to find who broke into their home and caused thousands of dollars in damages. And, thousands of dollars in merchandise is being stolen from some North County vending machines. NBC 7's Nichelle Medina has these stories and more, including meteorologist Brooke Martell's forecast for this Saturday, September 9, 2025. 

Southbound I-5 between SR 52 & Mission Bay Drive closed for the weekend due to construction, New Chula Vista E-Bike Rules in Effect, Spirit Airlines Leaving San Diego Next Month

San Diego police homicide detectives are investigating a deadly shooting in the Miramar area. Plans to add paid parking at the San Diego Zoo are expected to move forward because of paid parking plans in Balboa Park. $1.7 Billion is up for grabs in the Powerball jackpot, after nobody won Wednesday's drawing.

A man was sentenced to nearly 40 years in prison, for shooting a San Diego police officer in 2023. Leaders in Vista will decide how to move forward with the decision to add in license plate readers. Another Powerball drawing is expected tonight with $1.3 billion up for grabs. 

Special Event Parking near Petco Park in Effect, Ongoing Tijuana Sewage Crisis Prompts Closures along Coronado Coastline, Vista to Debate License Plate Reader Technology  

A woman's body connected to a Mission Bay hit-and-run was found several hours later according to San Diego police. New high parking rates across downtown are scheduled to start tomorrow. The city of San Diego is working to enhances its trolley network by making improvements to existing lines.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Monday. 

A 59-year-old man was stabbed after a fight broke out in the parking lot of the Sunshine Terrace Luxury Condos in El Cajon. The California Department of Justice now says one person was killed by the Escondido police after a chase on the I-15. A new tool is showing the local impact opioid and other drug overdoses are having in San Diego County.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Sunday. 

Parts of Interstate 15 remained closed overnight after law enforcement shot a driver. Encinitas councilmember Luke Shaffer is facing several criminal charges from an incident that happened last month. This is the final weekend of NBC 7 and Telemundo 20's Clear the Shelters campaign.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Saturday. 

Governor Gavin Newsom announced a new statewide crime prevention plan to get more help fighting crime. A new study confirms pollution from the Tijuana River Valley is releasing toxic levels of hydrogen sulfide, commonly known as 'sewer gas.' Labor Day is on Monday, so San Diego City and County administrative buildings will be closed.

A man and a woman were arrested yesterday after being involved in a violent road rage incident this past Sunday. Health experts across Southern California are seeing a spike in COVID cases as kids return to school. MTS is offering a special season pass for San Diego State University football games as they play their season opener tonight. 

San Diego County supervisors vote to tap into reserve funds; Local fire crews get new tools to help fight fires; Drones also help fire crews

Two children are in the hospital after E-bike crashes in San Marcos. Plus, the plea in court from the man accused of murdering a National City woman in her home. And, the new TSA rules that ban certain hair care products on flights. NBC 7's Steven Luke has these stories and more, including meteorologist Sheena Parveen's forecast for this Tuesday, August 26, 2025. 

San Diego Police are continuing to crack down on overnight car and RV parking enforcement in beach communities. The man accused of killing a woman inside her National City home is scheduled to be arraigned in court today. Nearly 300 animals found new homes thanks to this year's Clear the Shelters event.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Monday. 

Protesters in the North County are worried about a tech company with big federal contracts and the personal data its collecting. Plus, the rare chance to ride your bike on the Coronado Bridge. And, we have an update our annual Clear the Shelter campaign. NBC 7's Nichelle Medina has these stories and more including meteorologist Brooke Martell's forecast for this, Sunday, August, 24, 2025.

A number of small fires broke out across San Diego County on Friday as the county grapples with higher than usual heat and fire danger. One day after his brother Erik Menendez was denied parole, his older brother Lyle learned that he will also remain at Donovan Correctional Facility for now. Parking meters will be extended by at least 2 hours and into Sundays in Pacific Beach, Mid-City, Uptown and Downtown.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Saturday. 

Investigators say the remains of a missing Valley Center woman were found buried on her 20-acre property. Californians are headed to a special election in November, to vote on new democratic-drawn congressional maps. The City of San Diego says some parking meter hours will be extended by at least two hours and on Sundays in four neighborhoods. NBC 7's Marianne Kushi has this and more on Today in San Diego.

A homicide investigation is underway in National City, after a woman was killed inside her own home. Federal agents arrested an undocumented man near Parkdale Elementary School in Encinitas, sparking major backlash. The governor's office deployed extra fire fighting resources across six counties, including San Diego, ahead of high temperatures. NBC 7's Steven Luke has these and more. 

A group of educators at Lincoln High School are spreading awareness about immigration enforcement at or near school campuses as arrests continue to go up. City crews say they are making progress cleaning up encampments near freeways. San Diego County is seeing an increase in recent years in tick-borne illnesses among dogs.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Wednesday. 

A group of San Diego homeowners is hoping to put a temporary stop to the City of San Diego's new trash fees, why they claim they are unconstitutional. A North Park Catholic school teacher is expected in federal court Tuesday on child pornography charges. Plus, temperatures are on the rise in some parts of the county. NBC7's Steven Luke has what you need to know to start your Tuesday.

A suspected drunk driver in a fatal hit-and-run was found and arrested after El Cajon police say he struck a man who was pushing a shopping cart early Sunday morning near the intersection of Chase and Avocado avenues. An unbelievable sight over the weekend on our local freeway  when a small plane crashed into the center divide on the south bound 805 near Carrol Canyon Road in the Sorrento Valley area. A male polar bear at the San Diego Zoo has died at age 24, according to the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Monday. 

The Department of Homeland Security is responding after San Diego parents and educators voiced concern over an immigration arrest at a Linda Vista elementary school. House Speaker Mike Johnson is accused of illegally using campaign money to pay rent to East County representative Darrell Issa. The city of Chula Vista is asking people living near Rohr Park to provide feedback on improvements they would like to see to the facilities.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Sunday. 

San Diego Unified Administrators say their community is traumatized after federal immigration agents detained a parent near an elementary school. San Diego County's unemployment rate jumped to 5.2% in July, up from 4.9% in June. It's going to be a loud few weeks for people in a Bay Park neighborhood as they deal with overnight construction.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Saturday. 

The San Diego Unified School District is set to hold a press conference this morning, after the Principal of Linda Vista Elementary School says one of the student's parents was detained by ICE. A Bay Park neighborhood is concerned as an overnight construction project kicks off.  Plus, the San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers are set to face off Friday night. NBC7's Steven Luke has what you need to know to start your Friday.

A North Park teacher has been arrested and is facing federal charges for disseminating child pornography. Thousands of navy families across San Diego are anxiously anticipating reuniting with their loved ones aboard USS Carl Vinson as it makes it's return to Naval Air Station North Island Thursday morning. Plus, competition is heating up between the San Diego Padres & Los Angeles Dodgers. NBC7's Steven Luke has what you need to know to start your Thursday. 

The City of Chula Vista is working on an agreement with Caltrans to clean homeless encampments near freeways. The San Diego Police Department is looking for volunteers to help people who have experienced traumatic incidents. The San Diego Zoo Safari Park announced its elephant valley will open early next year. 

Two people are dead after a horrible car crash in Chula Vista. Some hiking trails and a golf course are now shut down as a major pipeline project moves forward. The Powerball Jackpot is growing. NBC7's Steven Luke has what you need to know this Tuesday morning.

Summer vacation is over for thousands of San Diego Unified School Students, as today is the first day of the new school year. Parking around Petco Park will be a lot more expensive come September, as some of blocks surrounding the ballpark will see a parking meter rate jump during big events. Dozens of dogs from Ensenada, Mexico are now safe in San Diego County thanks to several animal shelters.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Monday. 

Nearly 90,000 students in San Diego USD will return back to school tomorrow. San Diego is now facing the threat of legal action from the Trump administration over its sanctuary city policy. A new safe sleeping lot is now open in the Grantville neighborhood. 

The murder trial for Larry Millete will move forward in a South Bay court after a judge denied a request to move the trial due to heavy publicity and public interest in the case. Millete is accused of murdering his wife, Maya, in 2021. San Diego Police are investigating a downtown shooting at a Ralph's grocery store. Plus, thousands of students across San Diego are counting down the last days of summer, how parents can get some extra back-to-school help. NBC7's Steven Luke has what you need to know to start your Saturday.

State Attorney General Rob Bonta says thirteen people were arrested during a human trafficking sting at this year's Comic Con. A junior at Del Norte High School has launched an app to help the homeless, focusing on helping the many different kinds of homeless people. It'll be a hot weekend, but not as hot as it has been. NBC7's Marianne Kushi has the weather and news headlines you need to know to start your weekend.

Today will be the hottest day of the week, with the deserts nearing 120 degrees and mid 80's at the coast. Imperial Beach City Council voted to appoint councilmember Mitch McKay to Mayor to replace former Mayor Paloma Aguirre. Work on San Diego State's Mission Valley campus is officially underway.

Heat advisories and warning are going into effect today through Friday for a majority of San Diego County. San Diego County is now one of a handful of counties in the country facing the threat of legal action from the Trump administration over it's sanctuary city policy. Dozens of people, including church leaders and volunteers, accompanied migrants to their hearings in an effort to prevent ICE arrests happening at some immigration courts.   What You Need To Know To Start Your Wednesday.  

Three men are expected in court in Vista, accused of sexually assaulting three underage girls in San Marcos. Neighbors in Pacific Beach are suing over a large development in their neighborhood. NBC7's Steven Luke has the headlines you need to know to start your Tuesday, and NBC7's Chief Meteorologist Sheena Parveen is tracking the heatwave that is on the way. 

One man is behind bars this morning after a deadly shooting at a rooftop bar in the Gaslamp. This morning, local authorities are searching for a man suspected of sexually assaulting a female jogger in El Cajon. La Jolla's latest bid to become it's own city is facing a new challenge after the city of San Diego claimed the secession effort would cause "irreparable harm."   What You Need To Know To Start Your Monday.