Today in San Diego

Police are looking for three people who they believe committed hate crime-related vandalism in HIllcrest. Police have installed a new surveillance tower in National City that they hope will decrease crime in the area. Four popular hiking trails in East County are now closed due to this week's heat wave. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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U.S. citizens wrongly imprisoned in Russia are making their way home this morning as part of the largest prisoner swap in decades. Carlsbad may soon become the first city in the county to ban smoking in homes. San Diego's newest Trader Joe's location is now open. It's located in Santee on Mission Gorge Rd. where the Best Buy used to be. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ten potential sex trafficking victims were rescued, and a dozen arrests were made during a sting operation at San Diego Comic-Con. The man accused of groping a 12-year-old girl in Santee is set to go to trial this morning. If you're looking to make a little extra cash, the registrar of voters is in need of poll workers this election season. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Oceanside homeowner is recovering this morning after shooting and killing a man who broke into his home. The senate has overwhelmingly passed a pair of child online safety bills aimed at regulating social media's impact on kids and teens. NBC7 is your home for all your Olympic coverage. Our Steven Luke is in Paris right now, he will join us live during NBC7 News Today from 5 A.M. - 7 A.M. with all the highlights and a preview of the action ahead. You can also find his reporting, and more information on how to watch your favorite sports on NBC7.com. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some business owners in Chula Vista say they're concerned about safety after recent crimes. With San Diego Comic-Con now finished, tourism officials say this one event has an economic effect all year long. A local gymnastics school is hoping to encourage kids to go for the gold by hosting a free watch party. Here's NBC 7's Nicole Gomez with the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New efforts are underway to clear a homeless encampment under the I-5 due to environmental and health concerns. Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill that is poised to radically reform the state of financial literacy in the state. Two meteor showers are expected to peak around this time of year. NBC 7's Marianne Kushi has the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One of the largest wildfires in California history continues to burn today. The Park Fire in Northern California is now over 350,000 acres with just 12% containment. Debate is raging over Proposition 32, which would raise the California minimum wage by two dollars. Caretakers of a Mission Bay bird sanctuary are speaking out after an act of vandalism nearly destroyed the habitat. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

More than 100 firefighters were called into Downtown after a building near Horton Plaza caught fire last night, forcing the evacuation of hundreds. Firefighters in Northern California are battling the fast growing Park Fire, which has now eclipsed 300,000 acres. A local doctor is doing his part to help our Olympic athletes bring home the gold. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Padres pitcher Dylan Cease needed 114 pitches yesterday to throw the franchise's second ever no-hitter. The feat came in a 3-0 win over the Washington Nationals. Mayor Todd Gloria has announced a delay in his plans to create a 1,000 bed homeless shelter in Middletown. Entire parts of Central Paris are closed to cars this morning as preparations continue for today's Olympics Opening Ceremony. Coverage begins at 9 A.M., with a replay airing later tonight. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thousands of comic book and pop culture lovers are piling into Downtown San Diego today for the beginning of Comic-Con. The annual event is now in it's 55th year, and will run through this Sunday. The wait is almost over the official start to the Paris Olympics. We're now less than a day away from the opening ceremony. In recent weeks the city and urban corps teamed up to clear 12 miles of storm channels in Encanto and Chollas Creek in an effort to prevent another flooding disaster. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A police chase through La Jolla involved a stolen Lamborghini, ending with the driver crashing into several cars. San Diego Comic-Con gets underway with Preview Night tonight. Preparations are underway as the Paris Olympics are just a couple days away. NBC's Marianne Kushi has the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The San Diego City Council will vote on a major refresh of the city's general plan, which will guide new housing and employment. Hundreds of nurses at Rady Children's Hospital will be back on the picket lines today. There are just three days left until the Opening Ceremony for the Paris Olympics. Here's NBC 7's Nicole Gomez with the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Joe Biden has dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House, ending his bid for reelection after a disastrous debate with Donald Trump that raised doubts about the incumbent's fitness for office. Nurses with Rady Children's Hospital will go on strike over the next 2 days after a 3-year tentative contract between the union and hospital officials was rejected. The opening ceremony for the 2024 Paris Olympics are just 4 days away. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The union that represents nurses at Rady Children's Hospital said union members are set to strike Monday after it rejected the hospital's final offer. The Regional Taskforce on Homelessness says in the first month of June, nearly 1,200 San Diegans became homeless for the first time. Police in Vista are searching for answers after a teenager was shot and killed. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Millions of computer systems are still trying to get back to normal after a software update brought a number of industries to a standstill. Experts are calling it the biggest IT outage ever. One person is dead after a stabbing in Chula Vista. Police are still looking for the person responsible. San Diego Pride weekend is underway today. About 300,000 people are expected to gather in Hillcrest for today's parade. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The nurses at Rady Children's Hospital are likely to go on strike next week. The union informed it's 1,600 members that Rady Children's has presented it's final contract offer and union negotiators felt it was unacceptable. The chair of San Diego's Democratic Party has died. Becca Taylor was killed in a motorcycle accident in Utah. Today marks 40 years since 21 people were killed and 19 others injured after a gunman opened fire at a San Ysidro Mcdonald's. It was one of the country's first mass shootings, and it has scarred the South Bay community for decades. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

San Diego County is moving forward with plans for tiny cabins for the homeless in Lemon Grove. A scary situation for a teenager in Mission Beach after she got stuck in the sand. New rules are being established for a community park in the Del Cerro neighborhood. Here's NBC 7's Marianne Kushi with the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An investigation is underway after a woman was killed in the Talmadge neighborhood by a man who investigators say broke in to steal a wallet. Jury selection begins today in a Rancho Penasquitos murder case. The best players in baseball will come together tonight at the All-Star Game, and among them include San Diego Padres. Here's NBC 7's Steven Luke with the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

COVID-19 cases are on the rise statewide, including here in San Diego County. People are speaking out against keeping the sea lions at La Jolla Cove after recent incidents. San Diego State University is taking steps to make college more accessible to local students. Here's NBC 7's Marianne Kushi with the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The FBI has identified the gunman involved in the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump. 20 year old Thomas Matthew Crooks from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania opened fire at a rally, leaving one spectator dead and critically injuring two others. Family members of people who have died while in Sheriff's custody are calling for more change. The San Diego Zoo Safari Park has announced that Winston, the beloved 52-year-old Western Lowland Gorilla, has died. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Workers at the San Diego Convention Center have struck a tentative contract agreement with the venue, quelling any concerns that a work stoppage may affect Comic-Con later this month. The battle over beachfront yoga is heading to court after two instructors announced they are suing the city. Pride celebrations begin today across San Diego in the lead up to next weekend's parade. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nurses at Rady Children's Hospital are planning to strike in 10 days. The nurse's union and the hospital have been negotiating a new contract for months, most of the hold up is over pay. A community group is asking city leaders to create a wildlife management plan for the sea lions at the La Jolla Cove. They worry that public access may soon be revoked due to multiple incidents involving people getting too close to the animals. New screening procedures aiming to crackdown on illegal substances will soon be implemented at our local jails, 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the "Today in San Diego" podcast, police say a man who is suspected of prowling into the bedroom of a 19-year-old College Area woman was captured after officers followed his wet footprints, California Coastal Commission approves San Diego's H Barracks permit application, and a warning to swimmers has been lifted in Torrey Pines. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the "Today in San Diego" podcast, Nurses at Rady Children’s Hospital have authorized going on strike, San Diego County Supervisors consider Lemon Grove as site for tiny homes for homeless, and San Diego Police could install Smart Streetlights ahead of Pride events. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We have new details involving a La Jolla man who drove his car into the San Diego Bay not long before stabbing a woman in her hotel room. A Serra Mesa gas station owner is taking matter into his own hands, now offering a reward to catch two suspected burglars. State Farm is once again looking to raise their rates for customers statewide. Here's NBC 7's Steven Luke with the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Community members are voicing their concern over cameras being installed in their neighborhood. Point Loma Nazarene University is mourning the loss of its athletic director. People in Texas are currently dealing with Hurricane Beryl as it made landfall overnight. Here's NBC 7's Jackie Crea with the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fire crews are battling the heat as they work to put out wildfires across California, including here in San Diego County. Parking in the Convoy District could soon get more challenging. A new milestone has been completed in San Diego's efforts to repair rough roads. Here's NBC 7's Nichelle Medina with the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Many will try to beat the high temperatures by going to the beach this weekend, but lifeguards have some tips you need to know. An effort to address the homelessness in Spring Valley is underway, with the relocation of 150 tiny homes. Miramar Reservoir is now reopened for water recreation after a construction project. Here's NBC 7's Nichelle Medina with the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thousands of San Diegans headed to our local beaches to celebrate 4th of July, as all San Diego beach parking lots reached capacity a little bit after 10:30 yesterday morning. An excessive heat warning is in effect today for San Diego's inland valleys and mountain communities. This weekend, those serving in the U.S. military can adopt a pet at a reduced cost, courtesy of the Helen Woodward's Paws for Patriots Event. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A number of fireworks displays are taking place across San Diego County today in commemoration of 4th of July, including the Big Bay Boom at 9:00 at the San Diego Bay. California Highway Patrol's maximum enforcement period is now in effect for the 4th of July holiday. Readers at USA Today have named Fiesta Island as the top dog park in the country. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

San Diego police are asking for the public's help in finding the man suspected of a serious assault in the Gaslamp Quarter. As more people are headed to the beach this summer, concerns are growing in La Jolla about visitors getting too close to the sea lions. The CHP is expected to intensify its policing in San Diego-area freeways this holiday weekend. NBC'S Marianne Kushi has the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Several brush fires started popping up Monday afternoon, with the biggest one happening in a remote area in Boulevard. Avocado prices could soon go up after reports of cartel violence in Mexico. The 12-member Olympic Skateboarding Team is heading to France, with 8 San Diegans as part of the team. NBC 7's Steven Luke has the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Surcharges are staying in California restaurants for now after a last-minute emergency legislation. A slew of new statewide laws are taking place today. A new simple, but uncommon, way of walking can benefit your body. NBC 7's Marianne Kushi has the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A man accused of two attempted kidnappings in Mission Valley may have tried to abduct other children. A warning for hikers as temperatures are expected to rise in San Diego County. The San Diego Humane Society is offering free microchipping ahead of Fourth of July. NBC 7's Nichelle Medina has the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A major ruling from the Supreme Court could impact how cities, including San Diego, deal with the homeless crisis. The finalized proposal for the Midway Rising Project could be presented by the end of the year. Water rate hikes could be coming soon, after the San Diego Water Authority approved a 4% increase in wholesale rates. NBC 7's Nichelle Medina has the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the "Today in San Diego" podcast, Yun Chuan and Xin Bao arrive safely, San Diego Water Authority approves a 4% wholesale rate hike, and prepare for crowds at the airport as TSA expects to break screening records this weekend. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the "Today in San Diego" podcast, thousands of people were under evacuation orders after a fire in Del Mar started burning out of control, Deputy District Attorney Eva Kilamyan said that her office believes there could be additional attempted kidnapping victims, and San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria is in China on a panda diplomacy trip. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The man accused of trying to kidnap two girls at the Mission Valley Mall is making his first court appearance today. San Diego police believe they have found the body of a 50-year-old woman who went missing on Sunday while hiking on Black Mountain trail. The 2-month-old baby who died after being left inside a parked car for hours has been identified. NBC 7's Nicole Gomez has the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

San Diego Police are asking for the public's help finding a woman who disappeared on Sunday morning while on a Black Mountain hiking trail. San Diegan experienced their first heatwave of summer over the weekend, with temperatures remaining high today. Some elite athletes with ties to San Diego are now going to Paris for the Summer Olympic games . 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wildfire season continues as we're experiencing soaring temperatures in San Diego County. San Diegans are taking a break from the higher temperatures and are heading to the fair this weekend. An investigation is underway in Hillcrest involving threatening flyers. Here's NBC 7's Nichelle Medina with the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As we enter the first weekend of summer, experts have some tips for you as we reach the high temperatures. If you're in the East County and trying to get to the beach, there's a road closure you need to know about. Though there have been no wildfires in San Diego County, winds have been pulling smoke from the fires up north. Here's NBC 7's Nichelle Medina with the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A man suspected of trying to kidnap a young girl this week at the Mission Valley Mall is now in custody. The 27-year-old man accused of stabbing a pregnant woman at an ATM in Mira Mesa over the weekend pleaded not guilty to multiple charges. Today a grand re-opening is planned for the San Diego FC's official store. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A former Torrey Pines High School baseball stand-out accused of stabbing a pregnant woman at an ATM in Mira Mesa last weekend will make his first court appearance today. Many victims of January's historic floods have been staying in hotels for months, but today some of them will finally be able to return home. Neighbors in Santee say they are trying to process the shocking death of a two-month old baby girl who was left in a car for several hours. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Mission Valley. a man tried to kidnap a six-year-old girl right in front of her mother. San Diego Sheriff's Department is investigating the death of a two-month-old baby at a home in Santee. A new homeless shelter is expected to open in National City today. Here's NBC 7's Nicole Gomez with the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A man accused of stabbing a pregnant woman in Mira Mesa has a history of violent behavior. More high-rise housing could be coming to Hillcrest in hopes of helping with the housing crisis. The latest San Diego athlete to secure a spot in this summer's Paris Olympics might be our biggest name so far. Here's NBC 7's Steven Luke with the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hundreds of legal claims from people who say they were sexually abused by members of the clergy have forced the Roman Catholic Diocese of San Diego to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Negotiations are now underway between Food4Less and the union representing thousands of their workers, who could be on the verge of a strike. Starting in August, bar and restaurant owners in Encinitas will have to pay $2.50 per square foot of public space they use each month if they want to keep their outdoor dining areas. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Several events are happening around San Diego County in commemoration of Juneteenth coming up this week. Governor Newsom is sending more troops from the National Guard to the U.S.-Mexico Border in response to the fentanyl crisis. As more changes are expected for immigration policies, President Biden's recent executive action is facing legal challenges. Here's NBC 7's Jackie Crea with the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Millions of dollars for homeless programs and shelters have been approved in Mayor Todd Gloria's budget. Train service resumes this morning, after a teen was killed in Sorrento Valley. Crews will be in a trio of San Diego neighborhoods to complete a number of road repairs this weekend. Here's NBC 7's Nicole Gomez with the top stories of the day. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Roman Catholic Diocese of San Diego will file for chapter 11 bankruptcy next week. Governor Gavin Newsom is sending more national guard troops to the border in an effort to stop the flow of illegal drugs into California. San Diego FC introduced Chucky Lozano this weekend with a news conference at the future home of the newest Major League Soccer Franchise. 🎧 MORE PODCASTS:On Friar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.