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Get your local news, latest weather and traffic updates from NBC 7 San Diego every day of the week, including Saturday and Sunday. Today in San Diego features news stories from Steven Luke, Marianne Kushi and First Alert weather from Sheena Parveen. The Today in San Diego podcast will keep you informed in a short amount of time. It’s Coverage You Count On.
Episodes
- 163 Freeway Closure, San Diego City Budget, Future of December Nights
This episode covers the weekend closure of southbound SR-163, ongoing city budget debates, the potential cancellation of December Nights, and the launch of 2026 Del Mar racing tickets. Dana Williams reports the day's news with a weather up…
- Canvas Data Breach, December Nights Budget, Del Mar Racing Season
This episode covers a national data breach affecting school platforms, discussions regarding the December Nights budget in San Diego, and the upcoming Del Mar racetrack season. It also includes a weather forecast from meteorologist Sheena…
- County ICE Arrests Data, Poway Sexual Battery Suspect, CA Gubernatorial Debate
This episode discusses new ICE arrests data in San Diego County, the search for a sexual battery suspect in Poway, and recent California gubernatorial debate. Tune in for details on the latest California gubernatorial debate.
- Cruise Immigration Enforcement, Dead Whale, Ballots Mailed Out
This episode of Today in San Diego covers immigration enforcement observed at a cruise ship, the discovery of a second dead whale off the San Diego coast, and the mailing of ballots to local residents.
- Teen Killed in Crash, Julian Animal Sanctuary Rescue, Mountain Lion in Escondido Neighborhood
This episode discusses a fatal car crash involving a teen, the rescue of animals from a sanctuary, and a mountain lion sighting in an Escondido neighborhood.
- Early Voting, La Jolla Injured Seal, North County Fires
This episode covers the start of early voting for the California governor, efforts to help an injured seal in La Jolla Cove, and recent fires in North County. It also includes a weather forecast.
- San Diego County Homeless Data, Expanded SDG&E Off-Peak Pricing, Cal-Fresh Access
This episode covers a reported 11% drop in homelessness in San Diego County and expanded SDG&E off-peak pricing. It also discusses Cal-Fresh access and record food distributions by Feeding San Diego.
- Immigration Status Concerns, Free State Money for College, Weekend Freeway Shutdown
This episode of Today in San Diego covers potential federal access to immigration status through California driver's license information. It also discusses free state money for San Diego college students and a weekend freeway shutdown on N…
- SD Int'l Drone Incident, El Cajon Lawsuit, Local Arts Proposal
The FBI is investigating a drone incident at San Diego International Airport. El Cajon is suing the California attorney general regarding immigration enforcement. County supervisors are proposing a plan to increase funding for local arts p…
- Chula Vista State of the City, More San Diego Flights, Rising Gas Prices
This episode covers the Chula Vista State of the City address, new flights from San Diego International, and rising gas prices. The Chula Vista mayor highlighted the city's achievements.
- CHP Max Enforcement, Summer Vacation Prices, Manny Machado Update
This episode discusses California Highway Patrol enforcement, summer air travel, and an injury update for Manny Machado. It also includes the weather forecast for April 28, 2026.
- Immigration Enforcement Scaling Back, ICE Deaths, Beach Closures
The Department of Homeland Security announced changes to immigration enforcement. There is an increase in reported deaths in ICE custody. Additionally, two beaches on the Silver Strand are closed due to water contamination.
- Youth Program in Limbo, Larry Millete in Court, Bill Walton Classic
This episode covers a youth program facing uncertainty, Larry Millete's court appearance, and a new college basketball tournament in San Diego. It also includes a weather forecast.
- Mission Beach Volleyball, Burn Permits, Oceanside Fire
This episode covers a potential fine for early morning volleyball players in Mission Beach, the suspension of burn permits by Cal Fire, and an update on an Oceanside brush fire.
- Lemon Grove Murder Arrest, Chicano Park Day, Star Wars Weddings
This episode covers a murder arrest in Lemon Grove, preparations for Chicano Park Day, and details regarding Star Wars weddings. It also includes a weather forecast for Friday, April 24, 2026.
- Larry Millete Motion, Navy Secretary Ousted, United Airlines Price Hike
This episode covers a legal motion by Larry Millete's lawyers, the ousting of John Phelan as U.S. Navy Secretary, and a price hike by United Airlines.
- City Charter Changes, Teen Cannabis Health, Escondido Creek Trail Art
This episode covers San Diego County supervisors voting on City Charter changes, a new study on cannabis and teen health, and the revitalization of Escondido Creek Trail with art.
- CA Governor's Race, Cesar Chavez Parkway Renaming, Navy SEAL Museum
This episode discusses the California governor's race, the renaming of Cesar Chavez Parkway, and a proposed Navy SEAL museum. It also includes a weather forecast.
- San Diego Budget Meeting, Art Funding Cuts, Iran War Local Impact
The San Diego City Council is meeting to discuss the city's budget deficit and proposed cuts to arts funding. The local military community is also monitoring the involvement of San Diego-based ships in the Iran conflict.
- Petco Parking Proposal, Native Garden, Art Collection Exhibition
This episode covers a new parking proposal for Petco Park, the unveiling of a native garden in Paradise Hills, and an art collection on display in La Jolla. It also includes a weather forecast.
- City of San Diego Budget Proposal, Snapdragon Soccer, Ultra-processed Foods
This episode covers San Diego's budget proposal, upcoming soccer matches at Snapdragon Stadium, and research on ultra-processed foods. It also includes a weather forecast for April 17, 2026.
- Special Events Parking Proposal, SDPD Shoot Woman, SeaWorld Drone Shows
This episode covers a new parking proposal near Petco Park, a San Diego Police shooting in East Village, and SeaWorld's approval to test drone shows from the CA Coastal Commission.
- Stabbing Suspect of Pregnant Woman, San Marcos Man Drowning Death, Special Event Parking Proposal
This episode covers the legal proceedings of a man accused of stabbing a pregnant woman, the drowning death of a San Marcos man, and a proposed change to San Diego's special event parking program. It also includes a weather forecast.
- East Village Assault Update, SpaceX Launch, La Mesa Street Rename Proposal
This episode covers updates on an East Village assault, information about a SpaceX rocket launch, and a proposal to rename a street in La Mesa. It also includes a weather forecast for Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
- Stabbing Investigation Near Petco Park, Yom HaShoah in San Diego, San Diego Padres Latest
This episode covers a stabbing investigation near Petco Park, Yom HaShoah remembrance in San Diego, and concerns about San Diego Padres pitcher Nick Pivetta. Marianne Kushi and Brooke Martell provide reports and report on the stories.
- Tax Day, Tackling Homelessness, Jason Mraz San Diego Partnership
This episode covers important dates for Tax Day, local advocates speaking out about homelessness in San Diego County, and Grammy-winning artist Jason Mraz partnering with a local non-profit. It also includes weather information.
- Artemis II Mission Latest, San Diego's Trash Fee Lawsuit, San Diego Zoo's Newest Resident
This episode discusses the Artemis II crew's return to Earth, a potential trial for San Diego's trash fee, and a new resident at the San Diego Zoo. It also includes the day's top stories and weather forecast.
- Artemis II Splash Down, Sante Fe Christian Lawsuit, Trash Fee Trial
The Artemis II crew is arriving in San Diego. Separately, Santa Fe Christian is facing a class action lawsuit, and the city of San Diego's trash fee may be heading to trial.
- Water Rate Vote, Taxpayer Report, Padres City Connect Jerseys
The San Diego County Water Authority board is voting on a water sale deal. A report from the San Diego County Taxpayers Association suggests the city is overspending on new hires. The Padres are also unveiling new City Connect jerseys.
- Escondido Stabbing Leads To SWAT Standoff, Artemis II Return, Major Local Hospital Upgrade
This episode of Today in San Diego covers a stabbing incident in Escondido, the return of Artemis II, and plans for a local hospital upgrade. Marianne Kushi and Sheena Parveen provide the news and weather forecast.
- San Diego Due Process Ordinance, Hydrogen Sulfide Levels, SDCCD Campus Renaming
This episode discusses the San Diego City Council's consideration of a due process ordinance and spikes in hydrogen sulfide levels in the South Bay. It also covers the San Diego Community College District's plans to rename one of its campu…
- San Marcos Fire Evacuations, UCSD Grant, Jackie and Shadow's Eaglets
This episode covers San Marcos fire evacuations, a $16 million grant received by UC San Diego researchers, and the hatching of Jackie and Shadow's eaglets. Marianne Kushi provides the news report.
- Battery Storage Project Canceled, Schooner Saved, Balboa Park Signature Drive
A battery storage project in Escondido has been canceled. The tall ship for Chula Vista will stay docked. There is a new effort to let voters decide on paid parking at Balboa Park.
- Affordable Housing Inventory Dashboard, Remembering SDFD Firefighter, The BurriTote
This episode covers a new affordable housing inventory dashboard, a tribute to a San Diego Fire Department firefighter, and the invention of the BurriTote. Dana Williams reports on these top local stories.
- Senior Care Forced Labor, Poway Tribal Remains, Gas Prices
This episode covers charges of forced labor in San Diego senior care facilities, a housing development in Poway impacting a tribal community, and reasons behind sustained high gas prices. NBC 7's Marianne Kushi reports on these topics alon…
- Trump Addresses War with Iran, Fatal San Marcos House Fire Suspect, Artemis II Launch
This episode covers President Trump's address on war with Iran, the court appearance of a suspect in a San Marcos house fire, and the launch of Artemis II.
- More Ships and Sailors Deployed from SD, 2024 Deadly SDPD Crash Report, Artemis II Mission
This episode covers a carrier strike group deployment from San Diego, a report on a fatal crash involving an SDPD officer, and NASA's preparations for the Artemis II launch.
- Farmworkers Day, San Marcos Fire Suspect, Higher Gas Prices
This episode covers the first Farmworkers Day in California, an update on a San Marcos house fire suspect, and rising gas prices in the U.S.
- CalFresh Eligibility Changes, No Kings Protests, Camp Pendleton Marine Facing Charges
This episode discusses CalFresh benefit changes set to affect San Diegans, protests against the Trump Administration, and a U.S. Marine accused of stealing weapons from Camp Pendleton.
- SAN Wait Times Amid Spring Break Travel, Push for New Balboa Park Oversight, Carlsbad E-Bike Safety Rules
This episode covers spring break travel impacts at San Diego International Airport, calls for new Balboa Park oversight, and new e-bike safety rules in Carlsbad.
- War With Iran, No Kings Protest, TSA Delays
This episode discusses a missile attack in Saudi Arabia, planned protests in San Diego, and ongoing airport security delays due to a partial government shutdown.
- More Travel Woes at the Airport, UCSD Medical School Investigation, Padres Opening Day
This episode of Today in San Diego discusses problems at San Diego International Airport, a Department of Justice investigation involving UCSD Medical School, and the San Diego Padres' 2026 opening day. It also includes a weather forecast…
- Dog Beach Sewage Spill, Padres & MLB Opening Day, Goat Crossing
This episode discusses a sewage spill at Ocean Beach's Dog Beach, Opening Day for the Padres and Major League Baseball, and volunteers assisting 300 goats in Chula Vista as part of SDG&E's wildfire prevention programs.
- SCOTUS Asylum Case, Oil Price Increase, Padres Opening Day
This episode covers the Supreme Court asylum case, the increase in oil prices, and the Padres opening day. The Supreme Court is hearing an asylum case originating in San Diego, and oil prices have risen following the war with Iran. The Pad…
- Renaming Cesar Chavez Elementary School, SDUSD Layoff Rally, Padres Opening Day Surge Pricing
This episode covers the renaming of Cesar Chavez Elementary, a rally for laid-off San Diego Unified workers, and surge pricing for Padres Opening Day parking. It also includes a weather forecast for March 24, 2026.
- ICE at Airports, MTS Affordability Calculator, Rising Gas Prices
President Trump has announced that ICE agents will be assisting TSA agents at select airports. The MTS has launched an online calculator to help people determine potential savings from using public transportation. Additionally, local gas p…
- Schooner Bill of Rights Facing Eviction, San Diego Beaches Paid Parking Debate, San Diego Padres Opening Season
This episode discusses the potential eviction of the Schooner Bill of Rights, a debate around paid parking at San Diego beaches, and the upcoming opening day for the San Diego Padres.
- Heat Health Concerns, National City Park Improvements, Butterfly Jungle Opens
Today in San Diego discusses air quality concerns due to heat near the Tijuana River Valley. The episode also highlights new improvements to Pepper Park in National City and the opening of Butterfly Jungle at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
- More Marines Heading to Middle East, U.S.S. Nimitz Service, New Homes
This episode covers the deployment of U.S. Marines from San Diego to the Middle East, the extended service of the U.S.S. Nimitz, and a new home development in Kearny Mesa. It also includes a weather forecast for March 20, 2026.
- César Chávez Allegations, Heat and Sewage Stink, Party Parents Arrested
This episode of "Today in San Diego" covers allegations against César Chávez, the impact of heat on the Tijuana River's sewage smell, and the arrest of parents in Rancho Santa Fe. The podcast also includes a weather forecast for Thursday,…