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SDPD’s use of pepper spray has surged in the Gaslamp Quarter in recent years

Pepper spray use by SDPD officers in the Gaslamp Quarter has skyrocketed in recent years, with 361 deployments in 2025 up from 68 in 2017.

by Dorian Hargrove • Times of San Diego May 31, 2026May 31, 2026, 9:46 p.m.

Neighborhoods

How San Diego’s deal on Balboa Park parking, trash fee came together

How San Diego’s deal on Balboa Park parking, trash fee came together

by Greg Moran • inewsource

Is SDSU watching? See where the university put its AI-enabled cameras

by Jenna Ramiscal – The Daily Aztec and Polly Hill – The Daily Aztec

Sheriff, mental health experts sound alarm over loss of funding for mobile crisis teams in state budget

by Eileen Mamaghani • Times of San Diego

Mesa College holds 45th annual Golden Scissors Award Show

by Diana Cavagnaro • Special for Times of San Diego

Latest News

New South Bay ferry service opens between Chula Vista and downtown San Diego

by Staff and Wire Reports June 1, 2026June 1, 2026, 10:43 a.m.

San Diego’s Sara Bagnell wins Women’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon

by Arturo Garcia • Times of San Diego May 31, 2026May 31, 2026, 6:06 p.m.

Ocean ecosystems need our help. A new collaboration puts coral reefs center stage, optimizes their recovery

by Thomas Murphy • Times of San Diego June 1, 2026

San Diego gas prices drop for ninth time in 10 days

San Diego gas prices drop for ninth time in 10 days

by City News Service May 31, 2026

Public Safety

Ex-SD Sheriff’s deputy sentenced to 12 years in prison for killing unarmed detainee

Ex-SD Sheriff’s deputy sentenced to 12 years in prison for killing unarmed detainee

by City News Service May 30, 2026

Pregnant teen visiting from Arizona shot and killed by boyfriend: SDPD

Pregnant teen visiting from Arizona shot and killed by boyfriend: SDPD

by City News Service May 30, 2026June 1, 2026, 10:07 a.m.

2 motorists killed in wrong-way crash on Interstate 5

2 motorists killed in wrong-way crash on Interstate 5

by Times of San Diego Staff Reports May 29, 2026May 29, 2026, 5:08 p.m.

Politics & Government

New federal CalFresh work requirements take effect Monday, curbing benefits for some recipients

New federal CalFresh work requirements take effect Monday, curbing benefits for some recipients

People subject to the CalFresh rules must complete at least 20 hours per week of work, training or volunteer activities.

by Staff and Wire Reports June 1, 2026June 1, 2026, 10:46 a.m.

Where California’s gubernatorial candidates stand on climate and taking big oil money

by Marcus Baram • Capital & Main May 31, 2026

New California law bans law enforcement from interfering in state elections

by Maya C. Miller • CalMatters May 30, 2026

More than 20 voting centers open around SD for final early voting weekend

by Staff and Wire Reports May 30, 2026May 30, 2026, 11:11 a.m.

Best of La Jolla: Nominate your favorite businesses

Business

MarketInk: The Shipyard, SD Tourism Authority were top AMA award winners

MarketInk: The Shipyard, SD Tourism Authority were top AMA award winners

by Rick Griffin June 1, 2026

UFC GYM in Point Loma undergoes a major transformation

by Dave Schwab • Times of San Diego May 26, 2026May 27, 2026, 12:39 p.m.

Ismene Boutique brings country lifestyle to Shelter Island

by Diana Cavagnaro • Special for Times of San Diego May 26, 2026

Life

San Diego nonprofits urged to ‘meet the moment’ amid rapid societal change

San Diego nonprofits urged to ‘meet the moment’ amid rapid societal change

by Chris Jennewein • Times of San Diego May 30, 2026May 30, 2026, 10:35 a.m.

Eco-friendly home upgrades that buyers love

May 27, 2026May 27, 2026, 9:19 a.m.

Venturing under the radar for National Burger Day on May 28

by Frank Sabatini Jr. • Special to Times of San Diego May 25, 2026May 27, 2026, 11:36 a.m.

San Diego Zoo says threat reported Sunday was ‘a hoax’

by Staff and Wire Reports May 24, 2026May 24, 2026, 4:53 p.m.

Two measles cases confirmed in San Diego County

by City News Service May 23, 2026May 23, 2026, 2:14 p.m.

Sports

Player of the Year, La Jolla Country Day’s Charlotte Jansen, shows growth beyond her years

by Ed Piper • Special for Times of San Diego May 29, 2026May 30, 2026, 9:48 a.m.

Your guide to the San Diego Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon: What you need to know

Your guide to the San Diego Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon: What you need to know

by Arturo Garcia • Times of San Diego May 28, 2026May 29, 2026, 1:46 p.m.

‘Mom, what can we do?’ Community steps up for Little League coach struck by recurring seizures

by Noah Perkins • Special to Times of San Diego May 28, 2026May 28, 2026, 4:35 p.m.

Opinion

Opinión: Los medicamentos GLP-1 no son solo cosméticos; Medi-Cal debe cubrirlos

Opinión: Los medicamentos GLP-1 no son solo cosméticos; Medi-Cal debe cubrirlos

by Neshea V. Harrison

Opinion: GLP-1 drugs aren’t just cosmetic; Medi-Cal must cover them

Opinion: GLP-1 drugs aren’t just cosmetic; Medi-Cal must cover them

by Neshea V. Harrison

Opinion: The county wants your money and your trust, but hasn’t earned either

Opinion: The county wants your money and your trust, but hasn’t earned either

by David A. Myers

Education

‘Forward sails the Good Ship Viking’ | La Jolla High class of 2026

by Eileen Mamaghani • Times of San Diego May 29, 2026May 29, 2026, 11:53 a.m.

Mission Bay High Class of ’26 looks back fondly on good times, with eagerness to reach new heights

by Dave Schwab • Times of San Diego May 29, 2026May 29, 2026, 1:01 p.m.

Correia Middle School students honored for their documentaries on the current impact of the Declaration of Independence

by Dave Schwab • Times of San Diego May 27, 2026May 27, 2026, 11:22 a.m.

Arts

Inside San Diego’s hidden underworld: The reign of Madam Ida Bailey

by Debbie L. Sklar • Times of San Diego May 30, 2026May 30, 2026, 6:09 p.m.

‘Sound of Music’ tour alive with pre-WWII politics, fleshed-out supporting roles

by Drew Sitton • Times of San Diego May 28, 2026

La Hermosa: A 1920s residential subdivision in early La Jolla

by Debbie L. Sklar • Times of San Diego May 28, 2026

Bankers Hill: San Diego’s layered rise above downtown

by Debbie L. Sklar • Times of San Diego May 27, 2026

Military

Issa seeks Congressional medal for San Diego immigrant who became Marine hero

Issa seeks Congressional medal for San Diego immigrant who became Marine hero

by Chris Jennewein • Times of San Diego May 31, 2026May 31, 2026, 10:15 p.m.

San Diego nonprofit launches book on veteran brain injuries and suicide prevention

by Dave Schwab • Times of San Diego May 25, 2026

Memorial Day ceremony at Mt. Soledad honors Marine hero

by Dave Schwab • Times of San Diego May 24, 2026

Events