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Four Artemis II astronauts are expected to splash down in the Pacific off San Diego, where the Navy’s 684-foot amphibious ship USS John P. Murtha will recover the capsule, stabilize it with airbags, and ferry the crew by helicopter to Naval Air Station North Island before their flight to Houston for a post-mission briefing.
Tearful farewells marked a rapid deployment of roughly 2,000 Marines from Camp Pendleton aboard the USS Boxer as the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit departed for the Middle East amid rising tensions with Iran; California bases are aiding swift troop movements and naval operations, while families back home confront long separations and uncertainty about the mission.
Three U.S. Navy ships, including the USS Boxer, left Naval Base San Diego; while the Navy’s Third Fleet says the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit is conducting routine Pacific operations, officials say the ships are moving to the Middle East, carrying about 2,500 Marines and roughly 4,000 total personnel.
Hundreds of revelers described as kids crowded a Rancho Santa Fe home in an upscale San Diego neighborhood; fireworks were reported, and deputies from the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office, with backup from the CHP and SDPD, cleared the scene after about two hours. Authorities are tracking social-media promotion of underground parties and clarifying rumors that the bash was at a luxury mansion.
NASCAR Cup Series stars led by Christopher Bell, Ryan Preece and Ty Dillon helped assign drivers to naval commands in a draft at Naval Base Coronado for NASCAR's inaugural Anduril 250 on June 21, aiming to build relationships with service members ahead of the San Diego street-course weekend, which will feature a tripleheader with other NASCAR series; the article also lists the full alphabetized squadron assignments for all Cup drivers.
California bishop Emanuel Shaleta of Saint Peter’s Chaldean in San Diego is charged with embezzlement, money laundering and an aggravated white-collar-crime enhancement for allegedly siphoning church funds. Prosecutors say the scheme involved cash rent payments over $30,000 per month, with about $272,000 unaccounted and more than $420,000 reportedly misappropriated (potentially up to $1 million). He was arrested at San Diego International Airport while attempting to flee to Germany; bail is $125,000 and he faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted. The Vatican has accepted his resignation; The Pillar reported alleged visits to a Tijuana brothel, which his attorney says were planned and funds were for the needy.
Pope Leo XIV accepted the resignation of the Chaldean Catholic bishop of San Diego after he was arrested on embezzlement and money laundering charges linked to about $270,000 from a California parish.
San Diego’s Gaslamp Promenade, a pedestrianized stretch on Fifth Avenue, was abruptly scrapped after voters rejected a 2024 sales tax increase. Supporters say upgrades—costing about $65 million—could boost conventions, hotel tax revenue, and overall vitality, but the city’s tight finances mean revival isn’t imminent. The bare-bones version helped walkability and briefly reduced vacancies, and stakeholders hope for a future, potentially funded by private partners or a smaller scope, though critics cite traffic, safety, and disruption concerns. The project’s fate remains uncertain, with officials emphasizing it remains part of the long‑term vision but not an immediate priority.
Padres chairman John Seidler reaffirmed the team will remain in San Diego even as the family explores a sale that could close by 2026, with bidders including Lacob, Friedkin and Feliciano; relocation would be costly, making a move unlikely. Meanwhile, Ty France, back with the Padres on a minor-league deal, returns to his hometown club and adds first-base/DH depth. On the field, Nick Pivetta says he prefers working with a single catcher (Freddy Fermin in the playoff game), signaling a possible one-catcher approach despite mixed calls from management about a two-catcher plan.
Several protesters barricaded themselves in San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria's City Hall office for hours, demanding clearer local-police policies to shield the community from federal immigration agents; about 20 protesters were on site and six were arrested around 5 p.m. Police said SDPD does not participate in federal immigration enforcement and warned of trespassing or vandalism charges; Mayor Gloria has previously stated the city’s policy against coordinating with ICE.
A driver fatally struck a 6-year-old boy on a bicycle in Pacific Beach, then hit him a second time in an alley and fled. The vehicle was later found in National City and the driver was taken into custody; authorities say DUI was not a factor, and the San Diego Police Department is continuing the investigation, asking for tips from the public.
Heavy storms in San Diego caused flooding that forced hundreds of homeless shelter residents to evacuate, highlighting the increasing impact of climate change on vulnerable populations and the recurring nature of such disasters in the area.
Sprinkles Cupcakes, a California-based bakery chain founded in 2005 and once a pioneer in the cupcake craze, is abruptly closing all its stores nationwide, including its only San Diego location in La Jolla, with employees receiving only a one-day notice. The closure comes as a surprise, with the company recently advertising new store openings, and has left many employees and loyal customers disappointed. Candace Nelson, the founder, expressed her sadness over the company's unexpected end, despite no longer being involved in its operations.
Bishop Michael Pham, a Vietnamese refugee and the first Vietnamese American bishop in the US, actively supports immigrants by accompanying them to court and advocating for humane treatment, driven by his own harrowing migration experience. His efforts aim to provide spiritual comfort and challenge harsh immigration enforcement practices, reflecting his commitment to social justice and compassion within the church and community.
A PhD candidate at Scripps Oceanography in San Diego discovered a rare purple Janthina snail on the beach, a species usually found in tropical waters, possibly due to changing ocean temperatures, marking a rare sighting after a decade.