Friday, October 2, 2026
County Mails Ballots, Opens 150-Plus Drop Boxes for Nov. 3 General Election
Registered voters will begin receiving two-page ballots this weekend; early in-person voting starts Monday at the Registrar's Kearny Mesa office.
Extreme Heat Warning Issued as SDG&E Warns of Possible Power Shutoffs Through Sunday
The city is extending cooling center hours through Saturday as temperatures are forecast to reach the 90s at the coast and 100s inland, with Santa Ana winds raising wildfire danger.
City Proposes Switch to Unitary Water Rate After Court Finds Tiered System Violates Prop 218
A public hearing is set for Oct. 6 as San Diego moves to comply with the Patz v. City of San Diego ruling; the city says total revenue will not increase but individual bills could shift.
Newsom Signs Legislation Clearing Path for Midway District, Sports Arena Redevelopment
SB 344 and SB 958 provide CEQA clarity for the $3.9 billion project that promises over 4,000 new homes — including 2,000 affordable units — and a new world-class arena on city-owned land.
City Ends Starlight Bowl Negotiations, Takes Over Management of Historic Balboa Park Venue
Parks Department to secure amphitheater closed since 2010, issue RFP for food vendor after concerns arose about Save Starlight nonprofit's board governance and financial controls.
