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El Ayuntamiento de San Diego aprueba el proyecto Midway Rising
Telemundo La remodelación transformaría el Pechanga Arena en un proyecto de reurbanización a gran escala que incluiría viviendas, un espacio para espectáculos, locales comerciales y otros servicios. Karla González con los detalles.
San Diego police prepare for Halloween crowds in the Gaslamp
The San Diego Police Department is expecting it to be packed in the Gaslamp for Halloween weekend. As a result, they say they’re adding even more resources on top of Operation Last Call. That's good news for bartenders like Alyssa Guzman, who’s on edge about what may happen while she’s working in the Gaslamp over the weekend. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. “I’m terrified. I’m so scared," she said, laughing.
Grossmont Unified School District librarians get their jobs back after legal battle
Grossmont Union High School District librarians will be back on the job next school year as part of a last-minute settlement. It's the latest development in a legal battle that's lasted nearly two years. Jason Balisteri's being reinstated and said it feels so good. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. “I’m happy to right a wrong and get back to serving students and staff,” said Balisteri.
Un hombre muere en Bonita mientras podaba un árbol durante la tormenta tropical
Los últimos momentos antes de que un podador de árboles del condado de San Diego muriera en el trabajo el domingo fueron presenciados por su amigo de toda la vida y compañero de labores. Una de las cuerdas de seguridad seguía colgando del lugar donde Evaristo Bernabe Sanches murió en lo alto de un eucalipto, cerca de Horton Road, en Bonita, alrededor de las 10:30 a. m. del domingo. Noticias California 24/7 en Telemundo 20.
‘I heard POP!' San Diego County tree trimmer explains how his friend died on the job
The final moments before a San Diego County tree trimmer died on the job Sunday were witnessed by his long-time friend and coworker. One of the safety ropes was still hanging from where Evaristo Bernabe Sanches died atop a eucalyptus tree near Horton Road in Bonita around 10:30 a.m. on Sunday morning. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. “My heart is broken because he was my friend for 28 years," said co-worker Benjamin Avila Saucedo.
San Diego Police Station temporarily closes over possible mold issue
The San Diego Police Department Southern Division temporarily closed its doors Tuesday due to a potential mold issue. The station was closed as a precaution while officials assessed the situation and determined whether further action was needed. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. "The department is taking this proactive measure to protect the health and well-being of its employees and community members,'' the station said in a statement.
Amigos reúnen dinero para una mujer herida atropellada en Pacific Beach
Crean una página en GoFundMe para Olivia, de 25 años, quien fue atropellada por un hombre que condujo un Tesla robado por el paseo marítimo de Pacific Beach a principios de este mes. “Siempre tenía a su alrededor una aura increíble, una felicidad y unas buenas vibras”, dijo LuAnn Wendt, empleada de Ocean Pacific Gym.Olivia es la mujer identificada por el personal de Ocean Pacific Gym como una apreciada integrante y la persona que permaneció hospitalizada durante días tras el incidente.
Friends muscle up money for woman injured by Pacific Beach boardwalk driver
A GoFundMe page has been set up for 25-year-old Olivia, who was hit by a man driving a stolen Tesla onto the Pacific Beach boardwalk earlier this month. “She always just had this amazing aura around her of this happiness and just good vibes,” said Ocean Pacific Gym employees, LuAnn Wendt. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. Olivia is the woman identified by staff at Ocean Pacific Gym as a cherished member and the person hospitalized for days following the incident.
One of 2 people killed in plane crash at Montgomery-Gibbs airport ID'd
Authorities publicly identified Thursday one of the two people who died in the Labor Day plane crash at Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport. Roger Shimizu, 45, was aboard a Cessna 172 that went down at the Serra Mesa general-aviation airport shortly before 5:30 p.m. Monday, according to the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7.
2 dead after small plane crash at Montgomery-Gibbs airport in San Diego
Two people died after a small plane crashed on the runway at the Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport in Kearny Mesa Monday, the San Diego Police Department confirmed. The Cessna plane crashed around 5:21 p.m. and became engulfed in flames, according to a spokesperson for the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7.
San Diego husband and wife among the missing in deadly Nepal flooding
A San Diego husband and wife have been identified as two people still missing, a week after the deadly flooding that swamped Nepal. Gaurav Menon's family shared a video of him and his wife Alka Malhotra smiling in New Delhi, India. It was the night before they headed to Nepal for a spiritual trip of their dreams to Mount Kailash. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. "It’s a very new experience for me. Just the energy of the place," you could hear Alka say in the video.
Ex-San Diego deputy who sexually assaulted 16 women on-duty now an ex-chaplain
A former San Diego County Sheriff’s deputy — who admitted to sexually assaulting multiple women while on the job before becoming a Christian police group chaplain — was removed from that position on Tuesday. The Voice of San Diego first reported the story last week. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7.
Exalguacil adjunto de San Diego que agredió sexualmente a 16 mujeres es ahora capellán
Un exalguacil adjunto del Sheriff del condado de San Diego, que admitió haberse aprovechado de mujeres que llamaban a las fuerzas del orden en busca de ayuda para su propia gratificación sexual, ahora trabaja como capellán para un grupo policial cristiano. Richard Fischer fue condenado en 2019 tras admitir que agredió a 16 mujeres mientras estaba de servicio y con uniforme, incluidas mujeres que habían llamado al departamento para pedir ayuda o denunciar un delito.
Ex-sheriff's deputy who admitted to sexually assaulting women while on-duty now a chaplain
A former sheriff’s deputy who admitted to preying on women for his sexual gratification, is now working as a chaplain for a Christian police group. Former San Diego County Sheriff’s Deputy Richard Fischer has gone from being sentenced to prison in 2019 — after admitting to assaulting 16 women while on duty — to becoming a chaplain starting this year with the “San Diego Christian Law Enforcement Fellowship” or "CLEF". Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7.
Mujer de San Diego demanda a Dollar Tree por incidentes de agresión sexual
Advertencia: Este relato describe incidentes de agresión sexual. SAN DIEGO — Dollar Tree es un establecimiento que vende productos con descuento, pero según informes de todo el país y una demanda presentada en San Diego, se ha convertido en un lugar donde, según los abogados, hombres perturbados están involucrados en una tendencia de agresiones sexuales en todo el país. Noticias California 24/7 en Telemundo 20.
San Diego woman sues Dollar Tree over ‘gooning' incidents locally and across the U.S.
Dollar Tree is home to discounted goods, but according to reports around the country and a lawsuit filed in San Diego, it’s become a place where attorneys say disturbed men are involved in “gooning,” where they ejaculate or wipe their semen on women. “It’s disgusting,” said Dollar Tree shopper Carolyn on Wednesday. “You know? It’s like what is wrong with people?" Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7.
Sailors report food shortages, poor conditions aboard USS Lincoln as deployment drags on
As fighter jets launch air strikes on Iran from the San Diego-based USS Abraham Lincoln, now operating in the Middle East, military families are reporting to MS NOW that the carrier's 5,000 crew members are suffering through supply shortages. "Food obviously has been scarce," said Nicole Conrad, whose son is a sailor on the carrier.
Sailors report food shortages, poor conditions aboard USS Lincoln as deployment drags on
As fighter jets launch air strikes on Iran from the San Diego-based USS Abraham Lincoln, now operating in the Middle East, military families are reporting to MS NOW that the carrier's 5,000 crew members are suffering through supply shortages. “Food obviously has been scarce,” said Nicole Conrad, whose son is a sailor on the carrier.
Concerning conditions reported aboard San Diego-based Navy carrier deployed in Iran war
As fighter jets launch air strikes on Iran from the San Diego-based USS Abraham Lincoln, now operating in the Middle East, military families are reporting to MS NOW, that the carrier's 5000 thousand crew members are suffering through supply shortages. “Food obviously has been scarce,” said Nicole Conrad, whose son is a sailor on the carrier.
Proposed ice-skating facility at Escondido's Kit Carson Park getting chilly reception
As hundreds of girls prepare to try out for a travel softball team on the fields at Kit Carson Park, some players and coaches are calling foul over the possibility the fields could be moved to Ryan Park to make way for a three-rink community ice facility. “I feel like there's more states that are probably better for ice skating. I think California’s more of, like, outdoor sports,” said Violette Todd. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7.
San Diego Police and lifeguards cracking down on cliff-jumping from Sunset Cliffs
A cascade of cliff-jumpers continues to catapult themselves off Sunset Cliffs, a week and a half after two high-profile rescues. One case involved a 17-year-old who jumped and crashed on the cliffs. The other involved a man who fell trying to climb the cliffs. Law enforcement has made it abundantly clear — cliff jumping is illegal. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. San Diego police and lifeguards said they have increased patrols in light of the recent issues.
Un rescate en Santa Cruz reaviva el debate de que socorristas sean considerados personal de emergencia
Ya sea enfrentándose a olas embravecidas — como en el reciente rescate en el océano en Santa Cruz— o protagonizando hazañas de vértigo para salvar a alguien que se ha caído por los acantilados de Sunset Cliffs, los socorristas de San Diego y de todo el estado se juegan la vida para salvar vidas. A pesar de esos peligros, el estado no los reconoce como "first responder" o personal de emergencias.
Viral Santa Cruz water rescue video sparks renewed push to make lifeguards first responders
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Viral Santa Cruz water rescue video sparks renewed push to make lifeguards first responders
Whether it’s in the water fighting furious waves, like the recent ocean rescue in Santa Cruz, or high flying heroics on Sunset Cliffs to save someone who has fallen off, lifeguards here in San Diego and across the state put their lives on the line, saving lives — and in spite of those dangers, they’re not designated by the state as first responders. This now viral rescue video from Santa Cruz is renewing the push to make it happen. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7.
Escondido aprueba nuevas medidas para los centros de almacenamiento de batería de litio
El debate sobre las instalaciones de almacenamiento de energía está dividiendo a las comunidades de todo el país. El tema acaparó la atención el miércoles por la noche en el Ayuntamiento de Escondido, donde se ha impuesto una moratoria a su construcción después de que el centro de almacenamiento de baterías de iones de litio de San Diego Gas and Electric se incendiara en septiembre de 2024 . Noticias California 24/7 en Telemundo 20.
Escondido City Council passes battery energy storage center guidelines after fire
The debate of energy storage facilities is dividing communities across the country. The issue took center stage Wednesday night at Escondido City Council, where there’s been a moratorium on building them after the San Diego Gas and Electric lithium-ion battery storage center there went up in flames in September 2024. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. During the meeting, councilmembers voted in favor of new guidelines that would allow them to be built.
Chula Vista rechaza propuesta de aumento salarial de $45,000 para concejales
SAN DIEGO —Una propuesta sometida a votación que reformaría la administración de la ciudad de Chula Vista y otorgaría un aumento salarial considerable a los concejales no seguirá adelante tal como se propuso. El martes por la noche, los concejales rechazaron el aumento salarial después de dos horas de protestas por parte de los residentes. Noticias California 24/7 en Telemundo 20.
Chula Vista City Council votes down $45K proposed pay raise after residents voiced grievances
A ballot measure that would revamp how the city of Chula Vista is managed and give councilmembers a massive pay raise won’t be moving forward as proposed. On Tuesday night councilmembers voted down the pay raise after two hours of residents giving them a mouthful about the increase. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. The 4-to-1 vote, with Councilmember Michael Inzuna being the lone no vote, was met with applause.
North County fire station temporarily closing to fix ‘critical infrastructure failures'
Cal Fire Station 15's temporary closure is a little unnerving for people in the Rancho Monserate community of Bonsall after some of the homes went up in flames during the Lilac Fire nearly nine years ago. "I have PTSD," said Sandy Elledge. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. The fire destroyed Sandy’s home two months after she and her husband moved in. Many of her neighbors suffered a similar fate. Then in January 2025 flames once again forced them to evacuate.
San Diego y Chula Vista eluden el problema de un campamento improvisado de autocaravanas
Lo que comenzó en febrero como una autocaravana y un bote estacionados en Otay Valley Road en Otay Mesa West, se convirtió en seis meses en dos casas rodantes renovadas y ampliadas que incluyen una sala de estar al aire libre estilo cabaña, con un Mercedes-Benz estacionado en la parte trasera. “Hay que limpiarlo, es un peligro para la seguridad”, dice el residente Jerry Allen. Noticias California 24/7 en Telemundo 20.
Growing RV encampment straddles San Diego and Chula Vista city lines
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Growing RV encampment straddles San Diego and Chula Vista city lines
What started off in February as one RV and a boat behind it off Otay Valley Road in Otay Mesa West, has nearly six-months later, blossomed into two RVs that have undergone renovations and expanded to include an outdoor, shanty-style living room, with a Mercedes Benz parked out back. “It needs to be cleaned up, it's a safety hazard," says resident Jerry Allen. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7.
El letrero de University Heights necesita reparaciones; culpan a la ciudad por mala gestión del dinero
El letrero de University Heights no es solo un ícono: es un faro que atrae a la gente a la comunidad. "Todos nuestros negocios por aquí, así es como les indican a sus clientes cómo encontrarlos. También es un punto de referencia", dijo Marc Johnson, presidente de la Asociación Comunitaria de University Heights. Pero, tras 30 años como la cara de University Heights, el letrero necesita una puesta a punto.
University Heights sign in need of repairs, city blamed for mismanaging money for repairs
The University Heights sign isn’t just iconic — it’s a beacon to draw people to the community. "All of our businesses around here, this is how they tell their customers to come find them. It's also a place-marking spot,” said Marcus Johnson, president of the University Heights Community Association. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. But after 30 years of being the face of University Heights, the sign’s in need of a facelift.
‘NamaSteve’ demanda a la ciudad de San Diego por infracciones relacionadas con el yoga
SAN DIEGO — Se podría decir que Steve Hubbard, más conocido como NamaSteve, está adoptando una postura de guerrero con su última demanda contra la ciudad de San Diego. La demanda cuestiona la legalidad de tres multas que los guardaparques impusieron a Hubbard en mayo de 2025, después de que un tribunal federal declarara inconstitucionales las prohibiciones de la ciudad para practicar yoga al aire libre. Noticias California 24/7 en Telemundo 20.
‘NamaSteve' suing city of San Diego over yoga citations
You could say Steve Hubbard, better known as NamaSteve, is striking somewhat of a warrior pose, with his latest lawsuit against the city of San Diego. The suit questions the legality of three tickets park rangers gave Hubbard in May of 2025, after a federal court ruled the city's outdoor yoga bans unconstitutional. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7.
Family of woman who died on fundraiser hike at Black Mountain files suit against organizer
Diem Le Nguyen is described by family as being devoted to her friends, family, and causes. Sadly, Nguyen lost her life during a hike-for-a-cause in 2024 on Black Mountain in Rancho Penasquitos. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. "It's really sad, losing someone," said family member William Do during an interview after her death.
Del Cerro church development gets green light from court, but group plans to appeal
From littering to loitering, Alison Wolf has seen it all on the vacant plot of land, off College Avenue right behind her Del Cerro home. "Homeless encampments, right against our backyard fence. He had a Bunsen burner, a fire pit, and it was during last fire season right after the Palisades Fire," Wolf said. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7.
City of San Diego hopes gates, other restrictions at beach parking lots will curb crime
The parking lot at Ocean Beach Dog Beach will soon be gated off during overnight hours. It's one of 35 coastal area parking lots from O.B. to La Jolla that will have new restrictions. City leaders say it's an effort to curb crime and people living in their vans. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7.
Anti-gun violence billboard goes up near Islamic Center where three died
There’s a new call to action involving gun violence in Clairemont. The billboard on Clairemont Mesa near Convoy reads "Save a Life Lock Up Your Gun." Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. Organizers say they've been working for five months to put the billboard up. They chose that Kearny Mesa-Clairemont area because they counted multiple gun shops in the area, that also has a large population of children.
Former assemblymember proposes renaming Clairemont park after SD mosque victims
They were husbands and fathers described as heroes. Amin Abdullah, Mansour Kaziha and Nadir Awad sacrificed their lives to protect more than 100 children, when San Diego police say two teenage gunmen shot up the Islamic Center of San Diego last Monday. “Let's do something that will keep these men's memories alive," said former State Assemblywoman Lori Saldaña . Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7.
Vigil calls for peace and celebrates heroes who died in San Diego mosque shooting
Amidst prayers and calls for peace during Tuesday night's interfaith vigil, family members of two of the three victims from the shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego were hailed as heroes. Monsour Kaziha, security guard Amin Abdullah, and Nader Awad gave their lives to protect the people and children inside the mosque during Monday's shooting. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. The security guard wasn't the only hero at the Islamic Center.
Recuperan armas vinculadas a los autores del tiroteo en la mezquita de San Diego
SAN DIEGO — Los adolescentes armados que mataron a tres miembros de una mezquita de San Diego se conocieron por Internet y conectaron gracias a una ideología llena de odio, según informó el martes el FBI. Según informó Mark Remily, agente especial a cargo de la oficina del FBI en San Diego, las órdenes de registro ejecutadas en tres viviendas vinculadas a los dos pistoleros permitieron incautar decenas de armas, entre ellas pistolas, rifles, escopetas, municiones, equipo táctico y una ballesta.
Dozens of weapons, manifesto recovered from homes linked to San Diego mosque shooters Original
The teenage gunmen who killed three members of a San Diego mosque in a shooting connected online over hate-filled ideology, the Federal Bureu of Investigations said Tuesday. Search warrants served at three homes connected to the two suspects recovered dozens of weapons, including pistols, rifles, shotguns, ammunition, tactical gear and a crossbow, FBI San Diego Special Agent in Charge Mark Remily said. He did not disclose how the teenagers were able to accumulate the cache of weapons.
City proposal to close 38 public bathrooms has residents worried about health risks
Omari Fleming Using the bathroom could soon be tough to do in a number of popular public spaces in San Diego. Mayor Todd Gloria's proposed budget for fiscal year 2027 would close 38 public bathrooms to save $3 million. “That's pathetic,” said one man walking his grandson at Shoreline Beach. According to the City of San Diego's Independent Budget Analysis Report : Closing 13 of the 28 bathrooms in Mission Bay Park would help save $547,000.
City proposal to close 38 public bathrooms has residents worried about health risks
Using the bathroom could soon be tough to do in a number of popular public spaces in San Diego. Mayor Todd Gloria's proposed budget for fiscal year 2027 would close 38 public bathrooms to save $3 million. "That's pathetic," said one man walking his grandson at Shoreline Beach. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. According to the City of San Diego's Independent Budget Analysis Report: Closing 13 of the 28 bathrooms in Mission Bay Park would help save $547,000.
Un hombre de Mira Mesa, entre las 19 víctimas mortales del ejército filipino
SAN DIEGO — Un hombre de Mira Mesa se encuentra entre las 19 personas, entre ellas dos estadounidenses, que fueron asesinadas por el ejército filipino el mes pasado. Lyle Prijoles fue un activista de derechos humanos que viajaba con frecuencia a Filipinas. Noticias California 24/7 en Telemundo 20. "Era callado, pero muy cariñoso", dijo su esposa, Marienne Cuison, quien habló con NBC 7 desde Filipinas.
Mira Mesa man among 19 killed by Philippine military
Lyle Prijoles was a human rights activist who often traveled to the Philippines. "He was quiet, but very caring," said his wife Marienne Cuison, who spoke to NBC 7 from the Philippines. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. Cuison says her 40-year-old husband did advocacy work with fishing and underserved communities. “He was advocating for the Philippine Human Rights Act to be passed. He also would teach others what's happening here,” Cuison said.
Residentes expresan preocupación por excesos de velocidad y accidentes en Olympic Parkway
CHULA VISTA — Los recientes accidentes ocurridos en Olympic Parkway en Chula Vista han provocado que los residentes se quejen del exceso de velocidad persistente en la zona. "Es una especie de circuito de carreras al que la gente está acostumbrada a ir, ya sabes, muy rápido", dijo Marco Martínez, que vive cerca de la carretera. Noticias California 24/7 en Telemundo 20.
Residents raise concerns over speeding, crashes along Olympic Parkway in Chula
Recent crashes along Olympic Parkway in Chula Vista have residents speaking out about persistent speeding in the area. "It's kind of a speedway people are used to going, you know, real fast," said Marco Martinez, who lives near the roadway. Stream San Diego News for free, 24/7, wherever you are with NBC 7. Chula Vista police say around 2 a.m. Sunday, a suspected DUI driver ran a red light at Olympic Parkway near Santa Venetia Street and slammed into the back of a patrol car.
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