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What a debut! Aztecs football wins big in 1st game under new head coach Sean Lewis
All summer long new San Diego State head football coach Sean Lewis said he wants his offense to play as fast as possible. In their opener against Texas A&M-Commerce they did just that, running 73 plays in less than 29 minutes. The bad news is, in the first half most...
Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run on Highway 367 early Saturday morning
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - A 32-year-old St. Louis man was killed Saturday morning after being hit by a car on Highway 367 in North County. The crash happened just after 5:30 a.m. in the northbound lanes of Highway 367 near Northumberland Drive, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP). Kevin R. Schiele, 32, of St. Louis, was killed in the crash.
VCA Animal Hospitals Caring for SDPD’s K9 Crimefighters
Did you know VCA Animal Hospitals care for all 34 police service dogs in SDPD’s K9 Unit? VCA Animal Hospitals and the San Diego Police Department work together to ensure their K9 Crimefighters get the best healthcare. Many VCA Animal hospitals treat working dogs of all kinds; animals that...
USD’s 75th Anniversary: Looking Ahead to a Bright Future
Changemakers disrupt – carving new paths, sharing new ways of thinking and lighting the way forward. In 2024, the University of San Diego (USD) celebrated its 75th anniversary. The yearlong celebration has been a reflection of the enduring mission, values and vision sought by founders Mother Rosalie Hill, RSCJ, and Bishop Charles Francis Buddy.
SDG&E STEM Scholarships Empower Diverse Future Leaders
SDG&E’s STEM Scholarships Fuel Diverse Innovators. San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E) is transforming the lives of 10 local college students pursing an undergraduate degree in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) as part of the Inspiring Leaders giving initiative. In 2023, SDG&E launched the Inspiring Future Leaders STEM Scholarship Program, which builds on the company’s long history of investing in STEM education to foster the region’s future generations of diverse and highly skilled workforce.
IGNITE Academy at San Diego Automotive Museum: Empowering Youth
The San Diego Automotive Museum (SDAM) is proud to present the IGNITE Academy, an innovative educational program that aims to Inspire, Guide, Network, provide Internships, Train, and Educate students in the automotive industry. This Academy offers skill development, industry-relevant training, mentorship, financial literacy, and automotive networking. IGNITE’s mission is to break the cycle of poverty by empowering young individuals to pursue careers in the automotive sector, ultimately contributing positively to their families, communities, and society.
Resounding Joy A Symphony of Healing and Hope
Resounding Joy is a San Diego-based nonprofit organization committed to bringing music therapy services to underserved populations. Initially targeting socially isolated seniors, the organization has since broadened its reach to include a diverse array of groups such as premature infants, children with physical or intellectual challenges, military personnel, veterans, seniors, and those in end-of-life care.
Aztecs Drop Five-Setter to CSUN at ISU Tourney
POCATELLO, Idaho – Fresh off a season-opening victory, the San Diego State volleyball team experienced a reversal of fortune on Saturday, dropping a hard-fought 3-2 decision to CSUN (25-19, 21-25, 14-25, 32-30, 10-15) in its second match of the Idaho State Tournament inside Reed Gym. Trailing 2-1 in sets,...
Young Ukrainian filmmaker visits San Diego.
Thirteen-year-old Ukrainian filmmaker Marusya Shuvalova spoke today at the 20th San Diego International Children’s Film Festival. The event was held in the Neil Morgan Auditorium at San Diego’s downtown Central Library. Shuvalova’s two films, Me. My Eleven Years. War. and What’s Going On With Us? were among the...
Hunger Action Heroes Comic Book Launch by Feeding San Diego
Feeding San Diego held a party to celebrate the launch of the comic book, “Hunger Action Heroes Unite!” Hunger Halter and Demeter were created by two local students stemming from an art contest organized by Feeding San Diego launched. Artists from all over the region had their chance to create a hunger action hero to represent Feeding San Diego’s mission to end hunger through food rescue. Since then, the characters have been brought to life by a Hollywood costume designer, sat on a panel at Comic-Con, appeared on news segments, and now, they have their very own comic book aimed at young readers who want to learn about hunger relief and food rescue.
Power of Porsche: Iconic Cars Exhibit at San Diego Automotive Museum
Power of Porsche: From Stuttgart exhibit opened at the San Diego Automotive Museum in Balboa Park. Over its 70-year history, Porsche has achieved an iconic status and plays a significant role in the Porsche legacy with collectors and club members in this region. The Power of Porsche: From Stuttgart features several of these locally owned machines from various eras, showcasing their singular design, engineering, and outside cultural influence.
Officials declare emergency after discovery of relentless invasive species choking marine life: 'Absolutely critical that we find and remove'
The Port of San Diego has declared an emergency after discovering Caulerpa prolifera, an invasive tropical algae, in San Diego Bay, The Coronado Times reported. Caulerpa is a type of algae that is native to Florida and other subtropical regions but is considered invasive on the West Coast. It grows extremely quickly and can outcompete native seaweeds and seagrasses for resources. The concern in the San Diego Bay is that it will choke out native eelgrass, which fish, birds, and turtles rely on for food and shelter.
Mustang Crashes into Mission Bay
911 was called about a Ford Mustang with a Disabled License Plate in the water at the north end of Mission Bay. SD City Lifeguards were notified, and upon a search, no one was found in the car. While SDPD officers were waiting for a tow truck to arrive, the...
Baja Bash: A Night of Music, Food, and Fundraising for WILDCOAST
The Baja Bash was hosted by WILDCOAST at a private residence in Solana Beach, and welcomed over 300 guests. The event was complete with San Diego’s top sustainable chefs, fine wine and craft beer, small batch mezcal and tequila, live music, silent and live auctions, videos, and more! All funds raised will make a huge impact on the ability to conserve our coasts and ocean, and to expand WILDCOAST programs in 2024 and beyond.
WATCH: Coast Guard medevacs woman from cruise ship off San Diego coast
The United States Coast Guard in San Diego rescued a woman in need of medical attention from a cruise ship in the Pacific Ocean about 30 miles off the coast of San Diego earlier this week, the U.S. Coast Guard reports.
CityScape: Exchange Pavilion in Balboa Park Bonds San Diego and Tijuana Through Design
Designed for World Design Capital San Diego Tijuana 2024, the sunny orange Exchange Pavilion on the Plaza de Panama in front of the San Diego Museum of Art, christened in August, is the yearlong celebration’s much-anticipated centerpiece. In keeping with WDC, the pavilion represents the complex relationship between San...
Honoring emergency responder heroes in San Diego.
There are heroes in this world who will risk their own life to save the lives of strangers. Heroic firefighters and other emergency responders were honored today during the annual San Diego Memorial 9/11 Stair Climb. The event attracts firefighters and emergency responders from all over San Diego and the...
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