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A child slipped through fencing outside the White House on Wednesday and was intercepted by Secret Service officers. A child slipped through fencing outside the White House on Wednesday and was intercepted by Secret Service officers. Secret Service spokesperson Anthony Guglielmi said the young trespasser squeezed through the fence on the North Lawn around 6:30 p.m., about an hour after President Donald Trump announced planned auto tariffs from the Oval Office. “Officers quickly reunited the child with their parents without incident,” Guglielmi said in a social media post. Video posted on social media shows an armed officer carrying a young child wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt across the lawn before handing off the child to another officer. Such intrusions have happened before. In April 2023, a toddler squeezed through the metal fencing, also on the North Lawn, and was later reunited with his parents, who were briefly questioned. Copyright 2025 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Sign up for the Breaking News Newsletter and receive up to date information.

By Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES — A deadly, drug-resistant fungus that preys on the sick and old is continuing to spread in hospitals and senior care facilities across the country, killing more than 1 in 3 infected. Candida auris, a type of yeast that can cause life-threatening illness, was first identified in the U.S. in 2016 with 52 infections reported across the country, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The number of cases has more than doubled annually, hitting 4,514 in 2023, the latest year the CDC has data available. During this same period, California reported 1,566 infections, more than any other state. Related Articles States move to ban or restrict use of synthetic dyes used in candies and cereal Department of Health and Human Services will lay off 10,000 workers in a major restructuring plan Researchers in limbo as Columbia bows to Trump’s demands in bid to restore $400M federal funding Trump administration says it will pull back billions in COVID funding from local health departments Strike by Kaiser mental health workers nears the six-month mark The

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — A new pizza joint is opening its doors in the East Village, just in time for Padres Opening Day. Far Corner, located next to Petco Park at 410 10th Ave., is inviting fans and locals alike to enjoy inventive pizzas, signature cocktails and a warm neighborhood vibe, a spokesperson for the business told FOX 5/KUSI. When it comes tot the menu, it features an impressive selection of 15-inch shareable pizzas, many of which come with a unique twist, using house-made dough that undergoes a 48-hour rising process. Whether you’re craving the classic Margherita or the chef-inspired “Almost Too Far” pizza topped with pepperoni, stracciatella, hot honey and basil, there’s something to suit every taste. New luxury boutique hotel opens on Coronado Island Beyond pizzas, the menu also includes fresh salads, calzones and an option to build your own pizza, along with gluten-free crust options for those with dietary preferences. Small bites like Crunchy Not Fried Potatoes and Steak Bites are perfect for pairing with Far Corner’s craft cocktails, local beers and wine selections. Far Corner occupies a historic 4,000-square-foot space

WARNING: This article contains sensitive details regarding domestic violence. CHULA VISTA, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) — A married couple, both in their 60s, were found with gunshot wounds in their South Bay home on Wednesday night, authorities said. According to the Chula Vista Police Department, officers responded to a residence in the Rancho del Rey area around 8:45 p.m. after receiving reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, police found a man and woman with apparent gunshot wounds. Encampment debris to be removed via helicopter near Torrey Pines Gliderport The man, who had been shot in the torso, was unresponsive at the scene. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead, police said. Meanwhile, the woman was also taken to a hospital and is undergoing treatment. Her current condition is unknown. After further investigation, the violent incident is believed to have stemmed from a domestic dispute, according to CVPD. There are no outstanding suspects in connection to this incident. No further details were immediately released and an active investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact San Diego County Crime Stoppers

CHULA VISTA, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) — Springtime has returned to the South Bay in the form of a wildflower super bloom in Chula Vista. The rolling hills located near the Eastlake and Otay Ranch neighborhoods near State Route 125 have come to life yet again with its popular super bloom of yellow wildflowers. Spring in San Diego: Warm weather, flowers, and the Padres’ season opener The same flowers sprung to life in previous years, attracting visitors and locals alike. Wildflower super bloom near Eastlake in Chula Vista in March 2025. (Drone5) Although beautiful to look at, the super bloom appears to be muted this year due to below-average rainfall, as are the blooms seen in Southern California’s state parks. Last month, California State Parks warned visitors to expect a limited bloom in its parks due to the dry winter. Wildflowers are dependent on several factors including the amount and timing of rain, sunlight, seasonal temperature patterns and wind. Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, which is located in East San Diego County, received less than an inch of rain this past winter, way below its annual average

ALAMO, Texas (Border Report) — The Trump administration has begun building more federal border wall in South Texas as part of its border security strategy with Mexico. Border Report Live on Thursday will discuss the section of new border barrier going up near Alamo, Texas, how it is built and what it’s designed to do. Strykers deploy to border, may be seen in El Paso, Big Bend During his first term, President Donald Trump had about 450 miles of new border barrier go up along the U.S. border with Mexico, much of it was in South Texas. Now the government is spending $70 million to build 7 new miles of border wall along a segment where the bollard sizes go up and down and where the Biden administration stopped construction. in New Mexico, X-shaped barriers will soon be replaced with border wall, also. Border Patrol says the border wall isn’t mean to stop illegal immigration, but it’s meant to funnel those who cross illegally into certain areas where law enforcement agents can apprehend them. Mexican wildfire hops Rio Grande into South Texas The wall also

By ALANNA DURKIN RICHER WASHINGTON (AP) — Justice Department leadership is proposing combining the two agencies responsible for enforcing drug and gun laws as part of a dramatic restructuring of the department, according to a memo reviewed by The Associated Press. The memo from Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche seeks feedback on a reorganization plan that would combine the Drug Enforcement Administration and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives into a single agency “to achieve efficiencies in resources, case deconfliction, and regulatory efforts.” It’s part of a broader push by the Trump administration to shrink and reshape the federal government that has already led to a slew of legal challenges. President Donald Trump has directed agencies to develop plans for eliminating employee positions and consolidating programs. Perhaps the most sweeping part of the Justice Department’s plan is a push to merge the DEA and ATF, which often work together along with the FBI but are both led by separate directors and are tasked with distinctly different missions. The memo included no details about how the two agencies would be combined, or whether some of the agents would be eliminated. Related

By FARNOUSH AMIRI and LISA MASCARO, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he was pulling Rep. Elise Stefanik’s nomination to be U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, a stunning turnaround for his Cabinet pick after her confirmation had been stalled for months over concerns about Republicans’ tight margins in the House. Trump confirmed he was withdrawing the New York Republican’s nomination in a Truth Social post, saying that it was “essential that we maintain EVERY Republican Seat in Congress.” “We must be unified to accomplish our Mission, and Elise Stefanik has been a vital part of our efforts from the very beginning. I have asked Elise, as one of my biggest Allies, to remain in Congress,” the president said. He did not say whom he would nominate to replace her and fill his last remaining Cabinet seat. The abrupt withdrawal reflects growing concern among House Republicans, led by Speaker Mike Johnson, that their historically slim majority could be at risk, particularly ahead of two special elections in Florida next week. The loss of a mere handful of seats could swing the House majority to Democrats

A story going around social media claims NASA astronaut Suni Williams came back to Earth after nine months in the International Space Station with dark hair even though it was gray while she was in space. The post implies the whole “stuck in space” story was a hoax. But that’s complete fiction. Video clearly shows Williams with gray hair as she welcomed the Space-X crew that rescued her this month. (KGTV) — A story going around social media claims NASA astronaut Suni Williams came back to Earth after nine months in the International Space Station with dark hair even though it was gray while she was in space. The post implies the whole “stuck in space” story was a hoax. But that’s complete fiction. Video clearly shows Williams with gray hair as she welcomed the Space-X crew that rescued her this month. She, along with three others, splashed back down on earth last week. The website Snopes looked into it and the image being sent around showing Williams with dark hair was taken in June of last year before she went to the Space Station.

The Supreme Court ruling on “ghost guns” was a surprise to Michael Schwartz, head of the San Diego County Gun Owners Pac, while County Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer applauded the decision. SAN DIEGO (KGTV) – The highest court in the land making a big call on a hotly debated topic, gun control. The Supreme Court’s decision specifically targeting ghost guns. Supreme Court Justices upholding a Biden-era regulation requiring background checks, serial numbers and other regulations on firearms kits which can be made to create so called, “ghost guns,” “So, the fact that they seem to be going against their own rulings in very certain cases is baffling,” Michael Schwartz, who is the executive director of San Diego County Gun Owners PAC, said. He believes the Court got it wrong. “You have a natural right whether tools have changed, or times have changed or however technology has progressed. You still have the natural right of self-defense. So, I think that he went above and beyond,” Schwartz said. Some are applauding the Court’s call. “It’s incredibly heartening to know that we are at least going to be able

By ALEXA ST. JOHN DETROIT (AP) — President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on autos not made in the U.S. and certain auto parts are sending more tremors through an industry already being pummeled by steel and aluminum import duties and on-again, off-again 25% levies on Canada and Mexico. The new tariffs, announced Wednesday, are likely to jack up new vehicle prices and will also impact the used car market. Trump has been itching to tax foreign autos for years. In his first term, he declared auto imports a threat to national security giving him the authority to impose tariffs on them. It’s the latest in a number of auto industry maneuvers by Trump during his first weeks back in the White House. Auto companies are also navigating the reversal of fuel economy standards, dialed down greenhouse gas emission standards and a host of electric vehicle policy rollbacks. New Toyota vehicles are stored at the Toyota Logistics Service Inc., their most significant vehicle imports processing facility in North America, at the Port of Long Beach in Long Beach, Calif., Wednesday, March 26, 2025. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)

By SCOTT BAUER MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Billionaire Elon Musk says a Wisconsin voter has been awarded $1 million days before the conclusion of a fiercely contested state Supreme Court election that has broken spending records and become a referendum on Musk and the first months of President Donald Trump’s administration. The payment to a Green Bay man, which Musk announced Wednesday night on his social media platform X, is similar to a lottery that Musk’s political action committee ran last year in Wisconsin and other battleground states before the presidential election in November. The upcoming election on Tuesday, filing a seat held by a liberal justice who is retiring, will determine whether Wisconsin’s highest court will remain under 4-3 liberal control or flip to a conservative majority. The race has become a proxy battle over the nation’s politics, with Trump and Musk getting behind Brad Schimel, the Republican-backed candidate in the officially nonpartisan contest. The campaign for the Democratic-supported candidate, Susan Crawford, blasted the $1 million payment from Musk as an attempt to illegally buy influence on the court in a state where Tesla

By TERRY TANG, Associated Press Up until 2020, Anna Wong had gone her entire adulthood in Los Angeles without ever facing blatantly racist abuse for being Asian. After COVID-19 hit, she was accosted twice in six months. The first time, she was browsing an aisle in Bed Bath & Beyond when a white, 30-something woman suddenly yelled: “Six feet away from me, you Chinese witch!” A shaken Wong left the store, the woman still yelling after her. The second time, Wong was walking her dog when a passenger in a car — a young Hispanic man — screamed at her “Thanks for ruining the world,” followed by an ethnic slur. “The first, second year of the pandemic, I do distinctly remember thinking … I was very nervous to go out,” said Wong, who did not report the incidents to police. “Am I going to draw attention to the fact that I’m Asian?” Related Articles Amid plummeting diversity at medical schools, a warning of DEI crackdown’s ‘chilling effect’ States move to ban or restrict use of synthetic dyes used in candies and cereal States’ wildfire plans

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — The Friar Faithful will be taking over downtown San Diego on Thursday and into the weekend as the Padres take on the Atlanta Braves, marking the first home games of the 2025 season. With a lot of traffic expected, some fans may be weighing options when it comes to getting to the stadium. The good news is the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) is making it easier for fans to get to Petco Park without the hassle of gridlock and parking. For Opening Weekend, MTS announced it will be offering ramped up service with Trolleys. All stations will be served every 15 minutes or better before and after games, providing fans with a quick and easy ride to Petco Park. “There’s nothing like the energy of seeing thousands of Padres fans riding the Trolley to Petco Park in their brown and gold,” said Stephen Whitburn, MTS Board Chair and San Diego City Councilmember. “As a Padres fan myself, I know how special gamedays are for our community. We’re making it easier than ever for everyone to be part of

Video above: This Nexstar Media video provides tips for buying tickets. SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — R&B artist Chris Brown is set to light up Petco Park this fall as part of his highly anticipated Breezy Bowl XX Stadium World Tour. The multi-talented artist, known for his pop and hip-hop influences, will bring his electrifying performance to San Diego on Wednesday, Sept. 17. He will be joined by special guests Bryson Tiller and Summer Walker. Fans of all three artists can expect an unforgettable night filled with chart-topping hits and stunning visuals. Some of Brown’s most popular songs, which may be performed in-person this fall, include “Look at Me Now,” “Run It!,” “With You,” “No Air,” and many more. Tickets for the concert will go on sale to the general public starting Thursday, April 3, at 10 a.m. Be sure to act fast to secure good seats. Suites will also be available for the show. For more information about the upcoming concert at Petco Park, tap here.

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — In an ongoing effort to clean up abandoned homeless encampments, crews with the City of San Diego are set to remove five tons of debris near the Torrey Pines Gliderport starting Thursday. This abatement operation, which is expected to last throughout the next week, presents unique challenges due to the difficult-to-reach terrain in the cliffside area. On part of this, city crews will be working in collaboration with the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department to use a helicopter for the removal of trash and debris. When is the the best time to list homes for sale in San Diego? This aerial support is part of SDFD’s annual flight training program, which is required by the department. The helicopter will be used to lift bags of debris and transport them to nearby dumpsters. The abandoned encampment area, which is located just north of the Torrey Pines Gliderport, had been visited multiple times by city code officers to ensure that no one is currently living in the area. In accordance with standard protocol, the city posted 24-hour notices for the scheduled abatement. Additionally

By STAN CHOE, Associated Press Business Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street is getting pulled in different directions on Thursday as President Donald Trump’s latest tariff escalation pushes some automakers downward, while encouraging data on the economy helps support the market. The S&P 500 was virtually unchanged in morning trading after erasing an earlier loss. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 33 points, or 0.1%, as of 10 a.m. Eastern time, and the Nasdaq composite was 0.1% lower. General Motors helped lead the way lower with a drop of 5.9% after Trump announced 25% tariffs on imported cars. Ford Motor sank 2.1%. Even U.S. automakers can feel the pain of such tariffs because their supply chains are spread throughout North America. Trump, in turn, says he wants production of autos to take place within the United States. “There are still a lot of unknowns, but if this remains in place, there will clearly be some pain for the companies to digest,” according to UBS analyst Joseph Spak. Among the uncertainties are how the U.S. government will determine how to apply tariffs to parts

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — President Donald Trump signed an executive order earlier this month to reduce the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), which provides grant money to libraries and museums across the country.  The San Diego Public Library system has received hundreds of thousands of dollars, which has helped create and spur new programs. But now, those programs could be threatened. “It’s not just the money, it’s the ability for librarians to get creative and to really listen to their community and create programs tailored for their community,” said Patrick Stewart, CEO of the Library Foundation SD. “Rural libraries in small communities across the country primarily use IMLS funding as a lifeline just to stay open.” Oceanside cracks down on unlicensed street vendors Some of the programs that could be impacted in San Diego are youth training and career development opportunities at the City Heights/Weingart Library, family outreach programs and entrepreneur workshops. Stewart says IMLS offers about $200,000 million a year in grant money and it’s spread out throughout all 50 states. Most IMLS money goes towards libraries but a portion also supports

ENCINITAS, Calif. — A family farm in Encinitas won its fight for the right to continue operating legally in the city. The farm was granted an agricultural permit in January, but Wednesday night the city heard an appeal from the farm’s next-door neighbor who wanted the permit denied. The City Council ultimately voted unanimously to deny the appeal and approve the permit, with some conditions. The local issue brought a sea of green shirts into council chambers, with locals showing their support of Sugar Sweet Farm acquiring its agricultural permit from the city of Encinitas. “It’s not the court of public opinion, it’s whatever the municipal codes call for and allow,” said Gary Filips, who lives next door to the nearly three-acre farm. He has raised issues of traffic, noise and noncompliance with city rules. “They currently have code violations from the previous permit that they’re not adhering to,” Filips commented. “So if we grab them this very rare and exclusive agriculture permit, it’s almost certain that it’s going to open the door to further expansion.” Meantime, farm owner Elizabeth Sugarman says the permit is

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Voters in the South Bay still have time to cast their ballots in San Diego County’s District 1 Supervisor special election. The district has been without leadership since early January when Supervisor Nora Vargas unexpectedly stepped down, choosing not to fulfill the second term she had been elected to. “To date, we’ve mailed over 370,000 ballots to the residents in District 1,” said San Diego County Assistant Registrar of Voters Shawn Brom on Wednesday evening. San Diego passes first-in-the-nation policy to ban digital-only coupons at grocery stores Of those ballots, Brom said about 30,000 are currently being processed. He added, “In special elections, the turnout is typically lower than other statewide elections, presidential primaries, gubernatorial.” Some are going a step further and putting a number on it. “Turnout is probably going to be under 20%. We had a special election two years ago for the State Assembly in a very similar area in the South Bay. It was about 14.2% turnout,” said Art Castañares, publisher of La Prensa San Diego newspaper. Castañares said the projections aren’t surprising. He commented, “It’s just

A large South County development in a fire-prone area, stalled in a yearslong legal battle, will be allowed to move forward with changes aimed at boosting the housing stock while mitigating wildfire risk. On Wednesday, state Attorney General Rob Bonta announced that he and several environmental groups, such as the Sierra Club, Endangered Habitats League and the Center for Biological Diversity, reached a settlement in their lawsuit against developer Baldwin & Sons over the Otay Ranch Village 13 project, proposed for a site that has repeatedly burned. In November 2020, the county Board of Supervisors approved the development despite objections that it threatened wildlife and would put too many people at risk of wildfires. Environmental activists sued the county over claims it violated the California Environmental Quality Act. The Attorney General’s office later joined the lawsuit. “From Los Angeles to San Diego, we are seeing devastating wildfires ravaging our communities right before our eyes,” Bonta said in a statement. “We can no longer ignore the realities of climate change. Today’s settlement recognizes that environmental protection and housing go hand in hand, aiming to create more