Category: San Diego

Lockdown has been lifted at Palmquist Elementary, Lincoln Middle and Oceanside Adventist Schools, and police say no threat located

The federal civil rights lawsuit alleges Swami’s leadership failed to address numerous complaints about verbal and physical sexual harassment

Fire Capt. Derrin Austin after his motorcycle crashed into a light pole around 10 p.m. Sunday on North Escondido Boulevard near Washington Avenue, Fire Department officials said.

RANCHO SANTA FE, CA (KUSI)- The Helen Woodward Animal Center’s day of giving is focusing on raising money for the military pet program. The military pet program makes a difference for active-duty military members and their families by providing veterinary care. This includes wellness exams, vaccinations and spay and neuter surgeries for their pets at no cost. KUSI’s Kacey McKinnon spoke to Jessica Gerke from the Helen Woodward Animal Center and she says, “Military members and their families oftentimes experience intense stress and loneliness. A healthy and happy pet can bring a great deal of comfort during those challenging times.” To donate, visit: animalcenter.org Memorial Day weekend, adoption fees will be waived for military families who come with a valid I.D.   Categories: KUSI

SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – Supervisor Jim Desmond is partnering with the Department of Animal Services to provide a free emergency pet giveaway. They are trying to help people prepare their furry friends for disaster, especially with wildfire season quickly approaching. According to the Department of Animal Services over 60% of San Diego County residents have a pet. An important part of being prepared in an emergency, is making sure that you have a plan for your pet. These emergency kits come with all necessities you need in case you get evacuated. Supervisor Desmond and the Director of Animal Services for San Diego County, Kelly Campbell, joined KUSI’s Lauren Phinney on Good Morning San Diego to explain the program and how you can receive a free emergency kit. For more information, click here. Categories: Good Morning San Diego

SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – California’s budget deficit has grown to nearly $32 billion. But if you look back to just before the recall election, Governor Gavin Newsom was touting a $75.7 billion state budget surplus and another round of stimulus checks for middle-class Californians. In May of 2021, Tom del Beccaro appeared on KUSI News to dispute Newsom’s claim, as he explained the state of California was actually $2 trillion in debt. Del Beccaro blasted Newsom for making the claim, saying it was “plain, vote-buying.” To make matters worse, just last year, Governor Gavin Newsom was boasting that California had a $97 million budget surplus. Chairman of the San Diego Tax Fighters, Richard Rider, pointed out Newsom’s clear dishonesty on Twitter, and joined KUSI’s Paul Rudy on Good Morning San Diego to discuss Newsom’s blatant lies, and the mainstream media’s failure to call him out on it. Categories: California News, Good Morning San Diego, Local San Diego News, National & International News, Politics

City officials cite ‘inspiring’ progress and minor hurdles — including maps that don’t reflect recent housing developments and getting residents to embrace composting their food scraps in kitchen pails.

SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – The San Diego Police Department is facing its biggest officer shortage in over 15 years. In honor of National Police Week, local law enforcement have attempted to spread awareness about the issue. Law enforcement leaders have been forced to get creative to attract candidates, including offering childcare services and hiring bonuses. Still, San Diego’s starting wages are tens of thousands of dollars behind other major cities like Los Angeles. To compound the issue, this year, SDPD’s budget for recruitment campaigning is $50,000 — a cut from recent years. President Jared Wilson of the San Diego Police Officers Association joined KUSI’s Hunter Sowards to discuss the issue. Categories: Good Evening San Diego, Good Morning San Diego, Local San Diego News, Politics, Trending

SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – The flow of migrants into the United States will impact narcotic smuggling, say experts like Michael Brown, former DEA special agent Michael Brown of Rigaku Analytical Devices. The influx of migrants crossing the border created greater pockets of illegal crossing. The attention of USBP was spread thin in the first days of Title 42’s expiration, creating gaps that migrants smuggling drugs could pass through. Brown joined KUSI’s Rafer Weigel to discuss the issue. Categories: KUSI

SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – The largest local teacher’s union is on the picket lines protesting the San Diego Unified School District this week. The two sides have failed to come to an agreement after calls for competitive wages entered conversations over one year ago. The teachers are also pushing for more school nurses and counselors. KUSI’s Matt Prichard went live with details. Categories: Good Evening San Diego, Good Morning San Diego, Local San Diego News, Politics, Trending

Roberto Flores first conviction was overturned because his attorney did not follow Flores’ desired legal strategy of insisting innocence; appeals court finds he should have been appointed a new attorney for his retrial

The May 2021 arrest of Jesse Evans was captured on bystander and body-worn camera video and prompted public outcry

Maximillian Aguirre had “extensive medical issues unrelated to his incarceration,” sheriff’s officials said, and had been hospitalized since March 29, the department said

SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – The San Diego County Sheriff, District Attorney, and Chula Vista Police Chief all spoke at the San Diego Women in Law Enforcement Leadership Event today. The women in the workforce encouraged ladies in San Diego to joined law enforcement in honor of National Police Week. KUSI’s Teresa Sardina went live with details. Categories: Good Evening San Diego, Good Morning San Diego, Local San Diego News, Trending

SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – Father Joe’s Villages, in partnership with other organizations, is hosting the 38th Annual Children’s Charity Gala this coming Saturday, May 20. The event will raise funds to keep families together and prevent children from falling into homeless. Deacon Jim Vargas, CEO of Father Joe’s Villages, joined KUSI’s Hunter Sowards to discuss the event. More information about the event can be found here. Categories: Entertainment, Good Evening San Diego, Good Morning San Diego, Local San Diego News, Trending

SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – San Diego is following through with plans to strengthen its one-year-old crackdown on street vending, a local phenomena that became a widespread public nuisance during the COVID-19 pandemic. In order to enforce street-vending ordinances, the city will hire nearly four-dozen new park rangers to both monitor street vending and protect San Diego’s local beaches, parks, and other communal areas. This will cost over $4 million. KUSI’s Dan Plante went live with details. Categories: Good Evening San Diego, Good Morning San Diego, Local San Diego News, Politics, Trending

SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – Councilmember Stephen Whitburn, representing San Diego’s third district and most of Downtown, is the origional author of the city’s recently passed safe sleeping legislation which designates multiples parking lots for unsheltered individuals to camp. In conjunction with this legislation is the Unlicensed Camping Ordinance which Whitburn is seeking to pass in the coming weeks. The Unlicensed Camping Ordinance would prohibit encampments on sidewalks if there is space available at safe sleeping sites or in shelters. It would also prohibit encampments near schools, libraries, parks, and daycare centers no matter the shelter/safe sleeping availability. Categories: Good Evening San Diego, Good Morning San Diego, Local San Diego News, Politics, Trending

Deputy Justin Williams shot a man who was armed with a gun May 7at Iglesia Ni Cristo in Vista. The wounded man was taken to a hospital for treatment of injuries that did not appear to be life threatening, Sheriff’s Department said.

Oceanside police said the shooting occurred in the area of Mesa Drive and Pear Tree Lane about 12:50 a.m. Wednesday

Awardees are second group of scholarship winners announced by the program, chosen from a pool of more than 15,000 finalists

SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – The city of Chula Vista established a facility of 65 tiny homes which each house two individuals. These beds will house homeless individuals for three months at a time, with sobriety being a prerequisite to enter the facility. The rooms are temperature controlled and function alongside a laundry station, communal bathrooms, and station security. KUSI’s Ed Lenderman went live with details. Categories: KUSI