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The shooting happened around 11:30 a.m. near the intersection of Mission Road and Via Montellano

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Mystik Dan won the 150th Kentucky Derby in a three-horse photo finish, edging out Sierra Leone by a nose with Forever Young third in the tightest finish since 1996 on Saturday. Sent off at 18-1 odds, Mystik Dan and jockey Brian Hernandez Jr. rode the rail down the stretch with a short lead. Sierra Leona, the second choice at 9-2 odds, and Forever Young from Japan gave chase and pressured the leader to the wire in front of 156,710 at Churchill Downs. The crowd waited several minutes before the result was reviewed by the stewards and declared official. “The longest few minutes of my life,” Hernandez said, after he and bay colt walked in circles while the stunning result was settled. Fierceness, the 3-1 favorite, finished 15th in the field of 20 3-year-olds. Hernandez and trainer Kenny McPeek had teamed for a wire-to-wire win in the Kentucky Oaks for fillies on Friday with Thorpedo Anna. Mystik Dan ran 1 1/4 miles in 2:03.34 and paid $39.22, $16.32 and $10. Sierra Leone returned $6.54 and $4.64. Forever Young was another nose back

Editor’s note: This story has been corrected to note the shooting involved a deputy. OCEANSIDE, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) — State Route 76 was closed in both directions in Bonsall Saturday due to law enforcement activity, authorities said. Traffic was shut down between Mission Road and Via Montellano, according to a California Highway Patrol SigAlert. The area is near the Oceanside border. A Caltrans camera shows motorists being diverted on SR-76, as seen in the image below. State Route 76 on the edge of Oceanside and Bonsall Saturday, May 4, 2024. (Credit: Caltrans) The San Diego Sheriff’s Department told FOX 5/KUSI that authorities were responding to a deputy-involved shooting, confirming one suspect was down. The incident reportedly began around 11:45 a.m. Saturday. In an update to social media at 1:45 p.m., the sheriff’s department confirmed deputies with the Vista Sheriff’s Station and Fallbrook Sheriff’s Substation were at the scene. It was also reported that the shooting occurred near the intersection of Mission Road and Via Montellano. The shot suspect was transported to a local hospital while remaining in custody. The sheriff’s department said no deputies were

OCEANSIDE, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) — State Route 76 is closed in both directions on the edge of Oceanside and Bonsall due to police activity, according to a SigAlert from California Highway Patrol. Traffic has been shut down between Mission Road and Via Montellano. Caltrans cameras show motorists being diverted in the area. State Route 76 on the edge of Oceanside and Bonsall Saturday, May 4, 2024. (Credit: Caltrans) The San Diego Sheriff’s Department told FOX 5/KUSI that authorities are responding to an officer-involved shooting, confirming one suspect is down. The incident began around 11:45 a.m. Saturday. No further details were immediately released. The San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating. This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Police are searching for suspects after a man and woman were shot in the Stockton neighborhood Friday night. According to the San Diego Police Department, officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 3100 block of L Street around 10:30 p.m. Bodies of three missing surfers found, Baja California authorities say Upon arrival, police located a 34-year-old man with a gunshot wound to his right lower leg. Officers provided first aid to the victim, and continued investigating the incident. A short time later, the department said a 35-year-old woman suffering a gunshot wound to the abdomen was also found in the area. Both victims were transported by ambulance to local hospitals. Police said they are expected to recover from their injuries. Neither victim could provide a suspect description or details regarding the incident. The department’s Street Gangs Unit was notified of the incident and is investigating. Anyone with information related to the double shooting is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.

OCEANSIDE, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) — A suspect has been taken into custody in connection to a hit-and-run collision that left a woman dead in Oceanside back in March. As explained by the Oceanside Police Department, the victim, now identified as 51-year-old Tracey Gross, was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle near the intersection of State Route 76 and Singh Way on Sunday, March 17.  Bodies of three missing surfers found, Baja California authorities say Officers found a bicycle with major damage about two miles down the road from where the pedestrian was found. Gross later passed away while receiving medical treatment for her injuries, police said. The driver of the vehicle involved in the collision reportedly fled the scene. OPD had described the car as a silver 2013–2015 Kia Optima.  In an update released Friday, the department said its Major Accident Investigation Team took Christian Howard, a 26-year-old Riverside resident, into custody around 9 a.m. Howard has been charged on suspicion of gross vehicular manslaughter and hit-and-run resulting in death. FOX 5/KUSI’s reporting partners at The San Diego Union-Tribune reported that Gross was a mother of

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — The U.S. Navy christened the future USS Robert E. Simanek as the newest Expeditionary Sea Base ship Saturday. The ship honors U.S. Marine Corps Private First Class Robert E. Simanek, Ret., who was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Korean War at Outpost Irene, Korea. Pfc, the Navy’s press explained. Simanek, according to General Dynamics NASSCO, shielded fellow Marines from a grenade at the Battle of Bunker Hill during the Korean War. He was presented the Medal of Honor in 1953 by former President Dwight D. Eisenhower. The San Diego ceremony took place at General Dynamics NASSCO, located at 2798 East Harbor Dr. The event was closed to the public. Bodies of three missing surfers found, Baja California authorities say Several speakers delivered remarks at the ceremony, including the following: — David J. Carver, President, General Dynamics NASSCO — Master Chief Britt Slabinski, USN (Ret.), President of the Congressional Medal of Honor — Brigadier General Robert Weiler, USMC, Assistant Division Commander, First Marine Division — Vice Admiral Yvette Davids, USN, Superintendent, U. S. Naval Academy — The

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — The County of San Diego and national gun safety group GIFFORD Law Center have partnered on a lawsuit against Defense Distributed, a gun manufacturing company. The county claims the company did a bait and switch on an already banned product. “They are profiting on death and they need to be held accountable,” said county supervisor vice chair Terra Lawson-Remer. Drugs found in air compressors near U.S.-Mexico Border: CBP The county is suing the company over one of their ghost gun manufacturing machines. Lawson-Remer said in 2022 the county council voted to bring lawsuits against ghost gun manufacturers. “And we are not going to be looking the other way we are going to come after you,” Lawson-Remer said. A lawsuit filed this week alleges that for years Defense Distributed sold a machine called the Ghost Gunner, which allowed users to build ghost guns, otherwise known as illegal untraceable and un-serialized guns. The Ghost Gunner was advertised as being able to make an AR-15. The suit claims the users would also be able to bypass state and federal gun purchasing requirements, like

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Actor & comedian, T.J. Miller, is bringing his stand-up tour to San Diego this weekend. T.J. Miller, known for his roles in HBO’s Silicon Valley, Deadpool, Big Hero 6, The Emoji Movie, Ready Player One, Office Christmas Party, Conan, Comedy Central, and more, is bringing his “The Crowd Sorcerer Tour” to San Diego May 3 to 5, 2024. 2024 Outlaw Music Festival: Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, John Mellencamp coming to Chula Vista in July The shows for Friday and Saturday have sold out. Your last chance to catch the show, as of time of publication, is Sunday at 7 p.m. Move fast to secure your seat. “The Crowd Sorcerer Tour” is taking place at the American Comedy Co. on Sixth Ave in downtown San Diego. ‘It’s gonna be May’: Justin Timberlake heading to San Diego as part of world tour this May Tickets are $35 for general admission and $50 for VIP admission. You can get tickets online here. The tour heads next to The Laugh Factory in Los Angeles on May 7, ending June 15, 2025 in Charlotte, North

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — The “Gaza Solidarity” encampment at UC San Diego entered its third day on Friday, remaining calm through the night despite reports of possible intervention by university administration. About two dozen tents were set up near Geisel Library Wednesday afternoon, as well as canopies, tables and prayer mats. Those who camped out overnight told FOX 5/KUSI Friday afternoon that their plan is to stay for as long as possible or until their demands. Bodies of three missing surfers found, Baja California authorities say A press conference organized by CAIR San Diego, the Council On American-Islamic Relationsbrought various faith leaders and organizations to campus Friday. “At this moment I am here to stand in solidarity with our students in this encampment,” said Imam Taha Hassane, Director Islamic Center of San Diego. “We are expecting the UCSD administration to respond to them to meet with them and to choose the right route and the right option.” The demands echo those of other camp sites that have been erected at dozens of college campuses across the country over the last few weeks, including Columbia University, University of

Dozens of plaintiffs say city officials ordered them to stay at work during dangerous asbestos contaminations

The San Diego County Taxpayers Association said firmer conclusions required more data from the Regional Task Force on Homelessness

Eddie Foster, a father of four, was moonlighting delivering Amazon packages when his car was taken, his family said

The 66-year-old man is accused of posting YouTube livestreams with threats against Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, whose office is prosecuting former President Donald Trump for alleged election interference

OCEANSIDE, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) — The Oceanside Pier is set to reopen next Friday after a fire erupted at the end of the pier last week, city officials said. The City of Oceanside announced on Friday it aims to have roughly 80% of the pier open, starting from the pier’s base to beyond the restrooms and the fish washing station at the last “offset.” Fourth body found where three missing surfers located “The damaged far west end of the Oceanside Pier will remain closed and fenced off until further notice, as debris removal and reconstruction will soon be underway,” the city said. “We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to ensure the Pier is safe for all.” On April 25, the flames broke out at the end of the historic pier. The fire damaged a vacant restaurant building that formerly housed a Ruby’s Diner. Earlier this week, Oceanside fire officials determined the pier fire was likely started from “accidental causes,” saying there was no evidence it was intentionally set.

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — The Baja California Attorney General’s Office on Friday confirmed a fourth body was found after authorities located the bodies of three missing surfers, including one U.S. citizen San Diego resident, who went missing during a surfing trip south of Ensenada, Mexico. All four bodies were found in a well near a surfing spot known as La Bocana, about 130 miles south of San Diego, according to the attorney general’s office. The fourth body was identified as a ranch owner who was reported missing two weeks ago, per officials. He owned the property where the bodies were found, the attorney general said. Rescuers say it took them around 20 hours to pull the bodies out of the well measuring almost 50 feet. The cause of death for all four victims has not been determined at this time, the attorney general’s office said. Earlier this week, the three surfers were reported missing through social media posts. Baja California authorities officially announced their disappearance in a press release Thursday. UCSD cancels Sun God Festival as ‘Gaza Solidarity’ camp enters third day The surfers were a

The new suit is the first action San Diego County has taken after the Board of Supervisors agreed in 2022 to sue gun makers. The county is partnering with Giffords Law Center.

Mexican officials have not confirmed the identifies of the deceased. Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson and San Diegan Jack Carter Rhoad have been missing since last weekend

Beachgoers who visit the San Clemente Pier area this summer should see some extra towel space on the sand.

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — A team of scientists from UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography is getting ready to explore the deep-sea ecosystems surrounding methane seeps off the coast of Alaska. Scientists will be setting off in the Alvin submersible for the Aleutian Margin off the coast of Alaska, where very little is known about the diverse ecosystems in those waters. Map: See where great white sharks frequent in the Pacific Ocean The National Science Foundation and NOAA supported expedition is taking place from May 16 to June 7, 2024. The Alvin submersible and team deployed from UC San Diego’s Nimitz Marine Facility in Point Loma on Friday at 2 p.m. PDT. WWII-era munitions found at dumping site off California coast in deep-sea survey The Aleutian Margin off of Alaska is home to deep-water corals and known methane seeps — parts of the seafloor that leak methane. Scientists say some organisms have evolved to consume methane, creating a unique ecosystem cut off from the sun that includes clams, worms, sponges, crabs, octopus, and fishes. The Lasuen Knoll methane seep off the coast of

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Fresh off breaking a world record, Legoland California is at it again. Legoland California Resort in Carlsbad is gearing up to debut North America’s first-ever LEGO World Parade on May 24. Legoland California breaks world record for largest dino costume party The parade will take place daily from May 24 to Aug. 18, and on weekends only from Aug. 24 to Sept. 2, and is included in with your Legoland ticket or pass. The LEGO World Parade will feature six floats inspired by your favorite LEGO themes, along with entertainers in glittering costumes as they march, sing, and dance across the park. Disneyland unveils new summer ticket deal Photo of a new parade coming to LEGOLAND California. (Courtesy of Merlin Entertainment) Meet the characters in the LEGO World Parade: Scuba Diver This fearless explorer of the ocean depths is ready to share her underwater adventures with guests while aboard the LEGO City Deep Sea Adventure float . Fire Chief Freya Leading the parade on a LEGO City Firetruck float , Fire Chief Freya is a brave and dedicated firefighter who embodies