Chef Steve Brown Exits Swagyu Burger Bar Amid East Village Opening And Trail Of Unfulfilled Ventures

Chef Steve Brown, the founder of Swagyu Burger Bar, announced his departure from the San Diego-based company he launched in 2020, right before the newest location is set to open in East Village. 

Public Records Reveal Reasons Behind Civico 1845 Restaurant’s Temporary Closure In San Diego's Little Italy

Public records from the San Diego County Department of Environmental Health and Quality shed light on why Civico 1845, a beloved Italian eatery in Little Italy, was forced to temporarily close on March 12, 2025. 

Chocolat Bistro Closes In San Diego's Hillcrest After 15 Years

San Diego’s Hillcrest neighborhood has bid an unexpected farewell to one of its longstanding culinary gems, Chocolat Bistro, which has quietly closed its doors after more than 15 years of operation.

Matt Gaetz’s New Chapter In America's Finest City: A Controversial Political Figure Spotted Around Town Since Joining San Diego-Based Far-Right News Network

Matt Gaetz, the former Florida congressman known for his polarizing political career, has reportedly taken up part-time presence in San Diego, where he has recently been spotted around town. This move coincides with his new role as a talk show host for One America News Network, a far-right media outlet headquartered on Morena Boulevard.

Cats & Crystals Cat Cafe Opens In San Diego’s North County

Cats & Crystals is a unique new spot now open in San Diego's North County, blending feline charm with a whimsical twist that's sure to captivate animal lovers and curious visitors alike.

Boba Religion Brings Victorian Whimsy & Organic Flavors To San Diego's Kearny Mesa

Boba Religion, a Victorian Alice in Wonderland-themed coffee and boba tea shop, is celebrating its grand opening in San Diego’s Kearny Mesa neighborhood.

San Diego's Hawthorn Coffee To Close North Park Location After 10 Years

Hawthorn Coffee, a beloved fixture in San Diego’s North Park neighborhood, will close its doors on Adams Avenue by month's end following nearly a decade serving the community.

Sabor Piri Piri East African Kitchen & West Coast Hot Chicken Opens In San Diego's South Bay

The local dining scene just got a flavorful boost with the opening of Sabor Piri Piri East African Kitchen & West Coast Hot Chicken in San Diego’s South Bay. 

Dr. Bronner’s Soap Company Settles Wrongful Death Lawsuit Over Employee’s Ketamine Massage Death In San Diego

San Diego-based Dr. Bronner's, a prominent natural soap company, has reached a settlement with the family of Denise Lozano, a former employee who died in 2022 following a ketamine massage allegedly facilitated by the company. The resolution, announced just four months after the wrongful death lawsuit was filed in San Diego County Superior Court on December 9, 2024, brings an end to a legal battle that raised serious questions about the company's practices regarding psychedelic use among its staff.

San Diego's Beloved Starlite Bar & Restaurant Reopens As Space-Age Hipster Haven After More Than Yearlong Closure

San Diego's nearly 20-year-old Starlite Bar & Restaurant has reopened in the Middletown neighborhood after a 14-month closure and a top-to-bottom renovation by new owners Consortium Holdings. 

Nick the Greek Fast-Casual Chain Bringing New Location To San Diego's Mira Mesa Community

Nick the Greek, a fast-casual Greek street food chain, is expanding its footprint in San Diego with a new location opening in Mira Mesa. 

Layoffs Hit San Diego News Station: Veteran Journalists Out As Media Industry Shifts

A San Diego news station has undergone significant staff reductions as part of a broader wave of layoffs initiated by its parent company.

Wilma's Carousel Bar In San Diego's Little Italy Closes Permanently After Just Seven Months

Wilma's Carousel Bar & Restaurant has abruptly shut its doors for good in San Diego's Little Italy after operating for only seven months. 

San Diego State University Police Sergeant Paul McClain Arrested For Child Pornography Possession, Faces Federal Charges

A San Diego State University police officer, identified as Paul Aurelio McClain, has been arrested and charged with possession of child pornography, sparking widespread concern and outrage within the campus community.

Shocking Fetish Murder Case Rocks San Diego County: OnlyFans Model Charged In Bizarre BDSM Death

A chilling tale of bondage gone wrong has thrust San Diego County into the national spotlight, as an OnlyFans model faces second-degree murder charges in the gruesome death of an Escondido man.

James Coffee Co. Set To Bring Artisan Brews To San Diego's Carmel Mountain Ranch

San Diego's own James Coffee Co., a small-batch coffee roaster known for its dedication to quality and flavor, is expanding its footprint with a fourth brick-and-mortar location at Rancho Carmel Plaza in Carmel Mountain Ranch. 

Square Pizza Co. Bringing Award-Winning Pies To San Diego's East Village

Square Pizza Co., the Pacific Beach pizzeria recently crowned the best Detroit pizza in California by the Washington Post, is set to open a new San Diego outpost in the East Village.