Today in San Diego

In the "Today in San Diego" podcast, jury deliberations began Friday in the high-profile trial of a San Diego TikToker accused of killing his estranged wife and her friend, volunteers will place American flags on the gravesites of veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice and in observance of Memorial Day many offices will be closed in San Diego County. 🎧 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.

AAA is forecasting nearly 44 million people across the country will travel this Memorial Day Weekend, the highest number of travelers in nearly 20 years. San Diego Police are stepping up security patrols across the Hillcrest neighborhood just days after 3 people were injured when gel pellets were fired in front of several businesses. The San Diego Zoo says it expects to have their renovated Panda habitat ready for use by June. 🎧 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 leaders are one step closer to securing federal funding to help determine the impact of cross border sewage contamination on the health of San Diegans living in the South Bay. NBC 7 Investigates is looking into low conviction rates for sex crimes, both here in San Diego and throughout the country. Visit NBC7.com for a breakdown of how these types of criminal cases drop out of the legal system, and insight from our interviews with the people tasked with putting sex abusers behind bars. At least 9 people are dead and dozens more are hurt after strong winds brought down a stage structure at a political campaign rally just outside Monterrey, Mexico. 🎧 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, although the focus of the SDUSD investigation hasn't been made public, Superintendent Jackson has been named in several civil lawsuits involving the district, today a social media personality is expected to testify about two murders that he's accused of committing, and a severely injured dolphin calf has defied the odds with the help of some local veterinarians. 🎧 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 string of pellet gun shootings at bars across Hillcrest are being investigated as possible hate crimes. San Diego Police shot and killed a man in the Morena area, who they say had a knife and was holding someone hostage. The San Diego Tourism Authority kicks off its summer campaign today. 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.

At least four Hillcrest businesses were the targets of pellet gun shootings in recent days. Today the San Diego City Council will discuss a newly released report that has uncovered stark differences in pay among city employees. San Diego native Xander Schauffele landed his first major triumph yesterday as he claimed the PGA Championship. 🎧 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.

Student workers in the University of California system are set to go on strike tomorrow. The "Wheel of Fortune" game show paid a visit to San Diego to find some new contestants. A 9-year-girl from San Diego was picked out of a crowd of more than 40,000 Taylor Swift fans by the singer herself. 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.

An evacuation order is in place at Otay Mesa, after an energy storage facility caught fire. We're hearing for the first time from a witness who called 9-1-1 after the Oceanside Pier caught fire. Cal State San Marcos is now offering guaranteed admission to qualified San Diego Unified graduates. 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.

Thousands of University of California graduate student workers and faculty are ready to walk off their jobs over the war in Gaza. They're upset about the way they say they were treated during recent protests at several campuses, including UC San Diego. San Diego Unified School District has rescinded the vast majority of the layoff notices they recently sent out. A former skydiving center in the East Village will be developed into affordable housing for those experiencing homelessness. 🎧 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 representing student workers at University of California schools voted in favor of a strike over the university's response to the anti-war protests. Hundreds of San Diego Unified employees could learn if they still have a job today, as the district is finalizing numbers in the wake of a $94 million dollar budget shortfall. Be careful on the roads, SANDAG is hosting "Bike Anywhere Day" today! 🎧 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.

High interest rates put development of the sprawling Riverwalk housing complex in Mission Valley on hold. In the wake of public backlash, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria has released a revised city budget. San Diego firefighters urge wildfire safety ahead of the summer heat. 🎧 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 has unanimously approved the next San Diego Police Chief. Local Red Lobster shuts down. San Diego Padre Manny Machado surprises students in an effort to encourage good attendance. 🎧 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 City leaders will meet behind closed doors to discuss plans for the city's largest homeless shelter. A plan to renew the De Anza Cove Area is in the works. Northern lights were seen from the San Diego County mountains over the weekend. 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.

In Tijuana, the families of people who are missing are calling for some accountability from the government. Meanwhile in Ocean Beach, people came together to honor the lives of the three men who were killed while on a surfing trip in Baja California. Today, San Diego State University is concluding their last batch of commencement ceremonies. 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.

At least four people were killed in a head-on crash near Fallbrook. It happened late last night along SR-76 about a mile east of the I-15. The Oceanside Pier is back open this weekend after a fire damaged part of the iconic landmark. A paddle-out ceremony will be held this afternoon in Ocean Beach in memory of the three surfers killed in Mexico. 🎧 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 little more than 2 weeks after a huge fire broke out on the end of the Oceanside pier, most of the iconic structure will reopen today. A paddle out is planned for tomorrow at Ocean Beach in honor of the surfers killed in Mexico. The USPS is reassuring customers that despite cuts to staff at the Imperial Beach Post Office, it will not be closing the location. 🎧 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 Biden Administration is planning to propose a new rule today aimed at speeding up the asylum claims process for some migrants. Hundreds of students walked out of class a UC San Diego Wednesday as part of the ongoing Pro-Palestinian protests on campus. The first ever World Fire Congress is underway in Washington D.C., and a big topic has been steps agencies can take to address lithium-ion battery fires. 🎧 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, UC San Diego students are calling for another protest following the encampment sweep Monday, remembering the life and legacy of San Diego cultural leader Joan Jacobs, and students at San Pasqual High School work to build a tiny home to house a homeless veteran. 🎧 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.

Classes will resume today at UC San Diego, after being forced online yesterday due to clashes between police and protestors. A San Diego Port Commissioner could be voted out today by the City Council from National City. A new state bill aims to remove self-checkout stations across California. 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.

Mexican officials confirm family has identified the bodies of 3 missing surfers. The U.S. State Dept. is now urging Americans to rethink travel to Baja California. A chilly morning ahead, Sheena Parveen has your First Alert Forecast. 🎧 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.

Mexican authorities now say they believe the four bodies found in a remote area of Santo Thomas, California belong to the three missing surfers. Oceanside has declared a local state of emergency over the fire that happened last week on the pier. San Diegans are coming together today to celebrate Cinco De Mayo. There are a number of celebrations planned across 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.

Mexican authorities have detained three people after recovering multiple bodies in Baja California during their search for three missing surfers. Some East County homeowners are set to gather today to protest a new homeless housing initiative in their neighborhood. Hundreds of UCSD students remain at the Pro-Palestinian encampment this morning. 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.

A search is underway in Mexico for three men traveling to Baja California for a surf trip. Two of the missing men are from San Diego. Local authorities have made two arrests and seized more than a dozen vehicles in connection with two public street racing events .The San Diego County Board of Supervisors has agreed to explore a partnership with the city of San Diego on an enhanced infrastructure financing district at the Midway Rising Sports Arena site. 🎧 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.

Pro-Palestinian protests are continuing this morning at campuses both across the country and right here at home, as students at UCSD have established a "Gaza Solidarity" encampment along the campus' Library Walk. Oceanside has declared a state of emergency over last week's fire on the pier. Two growing sinkholes are threatening a family's home in Bonsall, and the county says it's not responsible for fixing the damage. 🎧 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.

Poway Unified fires it's superintendent after an investigation found she bullied student athletes. Local leaders will meet this afternoon to ratify a local emergency proclamation for the Oceanside Pier fire. What you need to know about the blue blobs known as Velella, Velella that have washed up along our local beaches. 🎧 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.

Friends and family are mourning the loss of a 13-year-old boy who died in a car crash over the weekend. A walkout is planned at San Diego State University later today, in support of people living in Gaza. Home prices in San Diego have now hit a record high. 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.

The beach near Oceanside Pier is back open, days after a fire caused a water contact closure. The new San Diego Police Department's chief will be confirmed today. Roscoe's is moving forward with opening a new location at Barrio Logan. 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 City of Oceanside has reopened beach zones closed because of contamination and debris concerns from the fire at the pier. A man has been arrested after police say he killed a teen while driving drunk in Escondido last night. Dozens of Vietnam and Korean war veterans are returning home today after an honor flight to Washington D.C. 🎧 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 officials will be testing the water quality near Oceanside Beach after a fire damaged the pier. A new CEO is taking over Sandag amid past failures with tolling systems. The U.S. Marine Corps is now identifying a marine who died during training at Camp Pendleton earlier this week. 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.

Firefighters spent the night around the Oceanside pier making sure a huge fire which had erupted near the end of the pier around 3 Thursday afternoon didn't reignite into a full blown fire again. Former Vice President Al Gore has been announced as UC San Diego's commencement speaker. Kaiser Permanente is reporting that about 13 million members had their data taken and their information shared with third-party advertisers after a recent data breach. 🎧 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 big groundbreaking ceremony is taking place today for Freedom Park at Navy Pier. More information is expected to be released today about the Marine who died during military training at Camp Pendleton this week. At least 90 people were arrested during a pro-Palestinian protest on USC's campus yesterday. 🎧 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, the county is taking steps to try to keep mosquitos under control, the man suspected to be involved in a City Heights killing has been taken into custody, and British Airways adds another flight to London from San Diego International Airport. 🎧 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, San Diego police are searching for a suspect involved with a homicide in City Heights, A man was arrested two blocks from the home in connection with the Linda Vista child sex assault, and why you may no longer see people skipping the TSA line at the San Diego Airport Terminal 2. 🎧 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 housing advocates will gather Downtown tonight to voice their feelings over a Supreme Court hearing on the rights of homeless Americans. This November, voters may decide whether Prop 47 should be rolled back across the state. Work is underway on a new wing at Westfield UTC in La Jolla. 🎧 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 still searching for the man who assaulted a 5 year old girl in her Linda Vista home earlier this week. A Oceanside non-profit wants to amend laws to allow dogs on the beach. There are a number of clean up events scheduled this weekend in celebration of Earth 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.

Police want your help searching for a suspect that broke into a Linda Vista home yesterday morning and assaulted a 5 year old girl. A coalition has collected nearly 1 million signatures in support of a measure that would roll back parts of Proposition 47 and enhance criminal penalties for shoplifting and drug dealing. Construction is about halfway done on a recycled water treatment plan near Santee. 🎧 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.

Edward Minot Jr., a Camp Pendleton Marine, has been sentenced to nearly 14 years in state prison after driving drunk and killing a 12 year old boy last year in Oceanside. A tougher, statewide ban on plastic shopping bags is one step closer to becoming law in California. Disneyland's Anaheim theme park has announced it will be expanding, with park officials saying they will add new attractions, more hotels and additional restaurants. 🎧 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 woman was killed in a shooting at an East County home after a reported "break-in." The Tijuana River has been named one of the country's "most endangered," according to a new report. Today marks 100 days from the 2024 Olympics in Paris. 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.

Caltrans crews repair several sinkholes across the county. A new report from a realtors association shows home sales are trending up in San Diego, despite being down year over year. San Diego Co. District Attorney Summer Stephan has a warning about a rise in "burglary tourism" after increased reports of South American crime groups ransacking homes county-wide. 🎧 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 plan to create the City of San Diego's largest homeless shelter has already hit its first setback, less than two weeks after the project was initially announced to the public. Two shootings within 30 minutes of each other in Vista over the weekend have investigators looking for answers and searching for the suspects responsible. Hundreds gathered this weekend for the annual Rolando Street Fair. 🎧 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 fundraiser is being held in Imperial Beach to support the family of the teen killed in a wrong-way crash Wednesday morning. In Ocean Beach, a man who appeared to nearly kidnap an 8-year old last month has pleaded guilty. President Biden has approved the Disaster Declaration for California, to help more areas affected by severe weather in recent months. 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.

An Escondido family, still reeling after a frightening wake-up call from a man who broke into their home with a machete. Mayor Todd Gloria unveiled a $5.6 billion budget plan, addressing homelessness as a big part of it. California state lawmakers are considering a tougher approach when it comes to retail theft. 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.

This weekend the south bound state route 125 will be closed as crews work to replace slabs of concrete. The two drivers killed in a wrong way crash in Chula Vista have been identified as 16 year old Ryder Shoup and 67 year old Eileen Crawford. The 250th California Condor chick has been born at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, a significant milestone as zookeepers work to increase the bird's population. 🎧 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 search is underway in Lemon Grove for a man accused of trying to lure students into his car. It happened Tuesday afternoon near a skate park across the street from Lemon Grove Academy Middle School. Two people were killed in a crash in Chula Vista early yesterday morning. Today SDG&E will debut the first fleet of electric freight trucks to cross the border, a move experts hope will help cut down on the impact trade between the U.S. and Mexico has on the environment. 🎧 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 sex charge brought against a local Marine has been dropped, just one week before the expected start of his general court-martial. San Diego County leaders are starting to put into motion Proposition 1. The California Clean Air Vehicle program is set to expire later this year. 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.

San Diego County leaders will consider a plan to build affordable housing at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. A new member has joined the San Diego City Council. A man is now in custody after police say he flashed a fake police badge to a driver before carjacking her vehicle. 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.

Americans are gearing up for today's solar eclipse. While San Diego is not in the path of totality, you still need to make sure to use proper eclipse safety glasses so you don't cause major damage to your eyesight. Local lawmakers are moving forward with a plan to move Carlsbad Boulevard from Palomar Airport Road to La Costa Avenue due to rising sea levels. Small businesses in San Diego are now required to comply with the city's Styrofoam ban after their grace period ended last week. 🎧 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.

Tomorrow the San Diego City Council will officially certify the results from last month's primary elections. A San Diego federal judge has ordered videos and other evidence tied to the death of a woman in Las Colinas Detention Center be unsealed. An Escondido family is speaking out after their doorbell camera captured video of a mountain lion roaming around on their front porch. 🎧 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 Mira Mesa community member is speaking out after she says she came face to face with a burglar. City leaders revealed their proposal to build San Diego's largest homeless shelter. Gas prices continue to steadily climb. NBC 7's Jackie Crea 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.

Wind, rain and even snow is hitting much of San Diego County this weekend, Chief Meteorologist Sheena Parveen has all the weather info you need to know. Chula Vista's vacant city council seat is empty no more after it was announced last night Rachel Morineau would fill the position. San Diego airport officials confirmed the new terminal is now 60% complete, meaning the first half of the project will be done by 2025. 🎧 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.