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Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Downtown

Downtown Jack in the Box Drenches Passersby with Sprinklers in Anti-Loitering Campaign; Corporate Says Audio 'Not Approved'

Customers, homeless residents, and even a reporter were soaked without warning by water jets and a recorded message telling people to 'buy something or bounce' outside the C Street restaurant.

San Diego Newsline Staff · October 6, 2026
Editorial

Veto AB 2218: Equal Protection, Not Racial Preferences

The governor stopped a bill that carves out special state support and consultation rights based solely on Native American ancestry.

The Newsline Editorial Board · October 6, 2026
County

County Launches Consumer Fairness Division, Files Three Lawsuits Targeting Tech Firms and Ghost Guns

New unit within County Counsel's office takes on AppLovin, Roblox, and Polymaker in first wave of enforcement actions aimed at protecting children, families, and public safety.

San Diego Newsline Staff · October 6, 2026
City

City Attorney Ferbert Helps Secure $272.5 Million Lyft Settlement for Misclassified Drivers

At least $237 million reserved for California drivers, with millions expected for San Diego workers in the largest misclassification settlement in state history.

San Diego Newsline Staff · October 6, 2026