South San Diego News

In a startling development that has shaken the Southcrest neighborhood, authorities discovered human remains buried beneath a residential home this week, triggering a full-scale investigation by local and federal law enforcement.

When National City introduced its mobile surveillance tower four years ago, leaders framed it as the turning point for Roosevelt Avenue — a long-troubled stretch known for open prostitution and suspected trafficking. The towering unit, outfitted with cameras and sensors, signaled a new era where the city appeared vigilant, visible, and finally in control.

Francisco Duarte, a longtime San Diego street vendor whose farewell message gained widespread attention, has left the United States after nearly three decades of living and working in the region.

Bright marigolds, painted skulls, and the sweet scent of pan de muerto signal the arrival of one of Mexico’s most cherished traditions: Día de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead. Observed each year from October 31 through Sunday, November 2, this colorful celebration is not about mourning the dead—it’s about honoring life itself and remembering those who have passed on with joy, love, and laughter.

Elo-Rivera, who represents District 9, has long positioned himself as a leading voice on affordability, equity, and opportunity in San Diego. Yet as the cost of living continues to rise, his decisions at City Hall are being closely scrutinized against the promises of his platform.

A local resident and long-time community advocate has raised sweeping concerns about the City of San Diego’s proposed Fairmount Avenue Fire Station, calling it “an environmentally hazardous and fiscally reckless project” that ignores viable alternatives and threatens sensitive ecological and community areas.

San Diego’s patience is wearing thin. From Paradise Hills to Clairemont, from Rancho Bernardo to Southcrest, the same refrain is echoing through backyards and block parties: “We’re getting nickel-and-dimed to death.” This time, it’s not the potholes or the parking tickets—it’s the trash fee.

The San Diego La Raza Lawyers Association hosted its annual gala on Friday, October 24, 2025, at the newly opened Gaylord Pacific Resort in Chula Vista, bringing together attorneys, judges, community leaders, and students for an evening celebrating service, leadership, and the power of education.

Attorney John Gomez speaks at podium as the Palacios family and Coronado community members look on as he announces the lawsuit against Coronado Unified School District in front of the district headquarters in September. By San Diego Monitor News Staff Coronado —  The quiet island city of Coronado is now at the center of a storm that has shaken the community to its core. Attorney John Gomez, one of San Diego’s most prominent civil rights lawyers, has filed a lawsuit against th

A long-imagined tribute to Filipino American service members is finally gaining shape in the heart of East Chula Vista, and Mayor John McCann is making sure it doesn’t stay just a sketch on paper.

From the first prayer to the final hymn, the service was a testament to a man who built more than a congregation — he built community.

Photo: San Diego Public Advocate Shane Harris signs new city ordinance passed by the San Diego City Council last month into effect at the street sign unveiling ceremony minutes before unveiling the official street sign. Cheryl Morrow daughter of Willie Morrow holds up fist next to Harris. By San Diego Monitor News | October 9, 2025 The City of San Diego made history Thursday by dedicating “Willie Morrow Way” in Southeast San Diego — a lasting tribute to the late Willie Lee Mo