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SAN DIEGO, CA — The San Diego area has the fifth-highest inflation problem in the country, according to a new study by WalletHub.

With the year-over-year inflation rate at 2.7% in June, marking the highest since February, the personal finance website Tuesday released its updated report on the Changes in Inflation by City.

"Various factors, such as the war in Ukraine, labor shortages and recent tariffs, drive this higher than average inflation," the report said. "Despite the country not meeting its target yet, the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates at the level set in December 2024."

To determine how inflation is impacting people in different parts of the country, analysts at WalletHub compared 23 major metropolitan statistical areas across two key metrics related to the consumer price index, which measures inflation. The study's authors compared the consumer price index for the latest month for which Bureau of Labor Statistics data is available to two months prior and one year prior to get a snapshot of how inflation has changed in the short and long term.

The San Diego-Carlsbad metro area ranked fifth overall, according to the report. The CPI change was 0.60% from the latest month compared to two months prior. The CPI change was 3.80% from the latest month compared to one year ago.

Earlier this year, the San Diego area had the highest inflation problem in the country, according to a study by WalletHub.

Currently, the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area in Washington has the biggest inflation problem in the U.S., according to the report. The Boston area ranked second, followed by the Chicago area in third.

For years, construction in beach communities was stopped between Memorial Day and Labor Day to allow for the busy tourism season.

SAN DIEGO, CA — San Diego city leaders Monday lifted an annual moratorium on public and private construction activity near the beach during the summer in an effort to speed up construction.

For years, construction in beach communities was stopped between Memorial Day and Labor Day to allow for the busy tourism season.

"For decades, projects were stalled during the summer, delaying improvements for residents," said Mayor Todd Gloria. "Now we can get streets paved and infrastructure improvements completed faster. The removal of this restriction is one way we're cutting red tape and finding creative solutions across city departments to improve service to residents."

During Gloria's 2025 State of the City address, he questioned the benefits of the tradition of halting street resurfacing during summer months, suggesting that lifting the prohibition could save taxpayers money.

City staff will evaluate projects in beach communities to find ways to make construction less impactful, such as splitting work into smaller phases to reduce impacts to street traffic, parking lots, and sidewalks.

Additionally, Gloria said the city will work with local businesses, residents and visitors to get feedback on the lifted prohibition.

The announcement comes with a caveat, projects within the jurisdiction of the California Coastal Commission are still required to comply with the commission's permitting conditions -- which may include summer construction limitations as well.

"In those cases, the public project manager and/or private applicant are encouraged to request a waiver from the Coastal Commission for any potential restrictions, as applicable, to achieve the desired efficiency in construction completion," a city statement read.

For questions, residents can contact the Development Services Department at 619-446-5000, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

San Diego, CA (July 14, 2025) – A motorcyclist was injured in a serious crash on Sunday night on the northbound side of Interstate 805, just north of H St in the San Diego area. The incident was first reported at approximately 8:51 p.m. and involved a motorcycle that flipped multiple times before landing along the right shoulder.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the rider and motorcycle both came to rest on the right side of the freeway. Although it remains unclear if another vehicle was directly involved, early reports noted a two-vehicle traffic collision. The motorcycle was found leaking fluid, and fire crews temporarily blocked the far-right lane due to a resulting oil spill.

A private ambulance company, Care Ambulance, happened to witness the crash and began assessing the rider at the scene. Emergency responders confirmed the motorcyclist sustained severe road rash but was conscious and alert. No life-threatening injuries were reported.

CHP officers remained on scene to assist with traffic control and facilitate vehicle recovery. A tow service was eventually dispatched for the motorcycle, and cleanup crews were called to manage the oil hazard.

We extend our well wishes to the injured rider and hope for a smooth and full recovery.

Sunday night’s crash on I-805 highlights the dangers faced by motorcyclists navigating California’s busy freeways. With limited physical protection and exposure to high-speed traffic, riders are far more vulnerable to injuries during collisions or loss-of-control events.

Crashes like this one—where a motorcycle flips or slides—frequently result in injuries such as road rash, broken bones, and head trauma, even when protective gear is used. In this case, quick medical attention and a fortunate lack of secondary impact helped prevent more serious outcomes.

Riders often face challenges in the aftermath of such incidents, including medical costs, loss of income, and long recovery periods. Documenting injuries, securing proper treatment, and consulting professionals who understand motorcycle law can be critical to ensuring fair support and compensation.

San Diego’s congested freeway system adds to the complexity, particularly near interchanges like H St where sudden lane changes and merging traffic are common. Enhanced motorcycle awareness campaigns, rider training, and infrastructure improvements remain key tools in reducing future crashes.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident, Local Accident Reports is here to help. We provide connections to experienced medical professionals and legal support tailored to your situation. Reach out today and begin your recovery with the resources you deserve.

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In anticipation of the revival premiere on August 4th, Disney Entertainment Television is bringing Hulu's King of the Hill back to San Diego Comic Con by bringing fans a bit of Alren, Texas in a big way.

Located next to the Convention Center on the Bayfront’s Parking Lot (Fifth Ave Landing - Lot A1) - 600 Convention Way, San Diego, CA 92101, fans can experience what life is like in Arlen, Texas.

Starting July 24 at 11:30am - 7pm

Fans of King of the Hill will be able to step into the iconic town set up right outside of the San Diego Convention Center. Nexus Point News has learned a few more details about what fans can expect as they experience a little bit of Arlen, Texas in San Diego, California:

Alamo Pong: Guests will get a chance to partake in a game of ‘Alamo Pong’, participating in some friendly competition in hopes of winning a prize and claiming the Alamo Pong championship. Large-scale 2D cutouts of the King of the Hill’s beloved characters will be stationed throughout the space for special photo opportunities.

Lawn Mower Photo Op: Guests have the once-in-a-lifetime chance to picture themselves in the world of King of the Hill. The Lawn Mower photo opportunity moment features the iconic Hill residence, where guests can pose on the front lawn with large-scale 2D cutouts of the beloved Hill family, ride the family lawn mower, and ‘drive’ through Arlen, Texas.

Mega Lo Mart Customization Hat Station: Visit the Mega Lo Mart, an Arlen staple, to customize your own Trucker hat with special patches, unique to King of the Hill. With an array of hats and colors to choose from, guests will be fitting in with the citizens of Arlen in no time!

Water Tower: Quench your thirst with a crisp can of Alamo water under the Arlen water tower. Not only does the water tower serve as a beacon of Arlen, Texas – it will also be a rehydration point for attendees. Guests will receive cold-canned water in Alamo branded aluminum cans. You can choose to drink it to quench your thirst or take it home as a souvenir.

Rhinestein’s Cowboy Boot Toss: Visit Rhinestein’s Cowboy storefront for a game of boot toss. Guests will be given 2 pairs of oversized, animated-style boots with the goal of tossing the open side of the boot over a stake in front of the store. The lucky winners will receive prizes exclusive to the activation.

Backyard Cookout: Unwind in the Hill’s Backyard with a backyard cookout. Guests can refuel and rest at umbrellas and picnic tables with the Hill family. Texas-inspired BBQ bites will be served all day, keeping guests in the world of Arlen. Guests will be invited to participate in lawn games such as cornhole, and pose with photo opportunities from the show, like Dale’s Dead Bug van and more! There will be a large grill playing clips from the previous and new season of the show, for guests to enjoy while relaxing.

Additionally on Friday July 25th, King of the Hill will also be present with a panel:

KING OF THE HILL (20TH TELEVISION ANIMATION / HULU), 4:00-4:45 P.M., INDIGO ROOM

The iconic animated series King of the Hill returns to San Diego Comic-Con for the world premiere of season 14, coming to Hulu this summer! It’s been 15 years since the last original episode of King of the Hill aired, and the Hill family and longtime friends are finally back: Arlen has changed; Hank and Peggy are now retired; and Bobby is all grown up. Hear all about this classic series when co-creators and executive producers Mike Judge (Hank Hill, Boomhauer) and Greg Daniels, as well as showrunner and executive producer Saladin Patterson, along with cast Pamela Adlon (Bobby Hill), Lauren Tom (Connie and Minh Souphanousinphone) and Toby Huss (Dale Gribble) come together for the world premiere of the King of the Hill revival, ahead of its season premiere on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers on Monday, Aug. 4.

The Padres don’t need a fifth starter again until July 22.

They do need bullpen help now.

So rookie Ryan Bergert was optioned to Triple-A El Paso and rookie Alek Jacob was called up to bolster the bullpen ahead of Saturday’s 4:35 p.m. start on Fox.

The Padres’ so-called “Four Horsemen” — Robert Suarez, Jason Adam, Adrián Morejón and Jeremiah Estrada — have all pitched three of the last four games and their availability is a question on a day in which Yu Darvish is making just his second start since coming off the injured list.

“It’s pretty straightforward, and it’s unfortunate for Bergert, because, gosh darn, he threw the ball well and was throwing the ball fantastic,” Padres manager Mike Shildt said. “But it’s a combination of at least primarily just making sure we are fortified in our bullpen. We’ve had some shorter starts and we’ll see how many Yu can go today. And so it’s more of a bullpen roster management standpoint and taking advantage of the break as well.”

Bergert has a 2.84 ERA in his first 31⅔ innings in the majors, allowed just two solo homers in 4⅔ innings in Friday’s start and likely tops the list of candidates to fill the fifth spot in the rotation when it’s needed again five days after the All-Star break.

Stephen Kolek, Matt Waldron and Kyle Hart are likely on the short list, and Omar Cruz, Henry Baez and Braden Nett could be candidates for starts down the stretch, at least until Michael King returns from the injured list.

Jacob had a 6.94 ERA in 23⅓ innings in the majors to start the year, although 12 earned runs over a four-appearance stretch torpedoed an ERA that sat at 2.75 on May 14.

Jacob also had a 7.84 ERA in 10⅓ innings at Triple-A El Paso, although he’d struck out seven over four no-hit innings over his last four appearances. He last pitched on July 9.

The Padres will need coverage. Darvish threw 63 pitches in Monday’s season debut and is on four days’ rest.

Friday’s win drew the Padres to within 4½ games of the Dodgers in the NL West. The Dodgers entered Saturday on a seven-game losing streak. The Padres begin the day a half-game out of the NL’s last wild-card spot.

Here is how the Padres will line up for Game 2:

And here is how the Phillies (54-40, 1st in NL East) will line up:

Phillies RHP Zack Wheeler (9-3, 2.17 ERA)

He leads the majors with 11.5 strikeouts per nine innings and 5.7 hits per nine innings. The 35-year-old ace beat the Padres with 10 strikeouts over eight shutout innings last week in Philadelphia. He was one hit — a home run —shy of a perfect game in his last start and has allowed one run or less in nine of his last 10 starts (1.25 ERA).

Here’s how Wheeler has fared against current Padres in the regular season:

The 35-year-old veteran threw 41 of his 63 pitches for strikes in Monday’s season debut, allowing two runs on three hits and three walks in 3⅔ innings in a loss. Darvish struck out five. He has a 2.15 ERA in eight starts against the Phillies, the last in 2023 in a win (6 IP, 1 ER). Darvish had a 2.77 ERA in two starts against the Phillies in the 2022 NLCS.

Here’s how Darvish has fared against current Phillies in the regular season: