The Coast News

01/05/2026

A man sitting on the center median along Oceanside Boulevard died on Friday night after being struck by a vehicle, the Oceanside Police Department reported over the weekend.

A vehicle fatally struck a man sitting on the center median along Oceanside Boulevard on Friday night, per the Oceanside Police Department.

01/05/2026

Waterspot: From ancient Hawaiian legends and Chumash wave riders to a childhood discovery on pine bark, author and columnist Chris Ahrens traces surfing’s origins as an instinctive, timeless human pursuit.

From ancient Hawaiian legends and Chumash wave riders to a childhood discovery, tracing surfing’s origins as a timeless human pursuit.

01/05/2026

Ask Mr. Marketing: Want customers to help you sell? Here's a step-by-step guide to setting up an affiliate program the right way, turning loyal customers into a motivated sales force that benefits everyone.

A step-by-step look at how to set up an affiliate program the right way — and turn loyal customers into a motivated sales force.

01/05/2026

The Fallbrook Gas Company and the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce are seeking entries for the annual “Best of Show” art competition.

01/03/2026

A GMC Hummer crossed into oncoming traffic and collided with a gas tanker today on state Route 67 in Poway, seriously injuring one person, spilling a small amount of fuel and forcing a temporary closure of the roadway.

A GMC Hummer crossed into oncoming traffic and collided with a gas tanker today on state Route 67 in Poway, seriously injuring one person.

01/02/2026

North County Sports Notebook: A familiar pick-six by Helix alum Keionte Scott flipped the College Football Playoff quarterfinal and sent Carlsbad's Julian Sayin and the Ohio State Buckeyes home on New Year’s Eve.

In the world of the College Football Playoff, New Year's Eve was filled with familiar faces and local ties across North County football.

01/02/2026

King Tides expected today may cause additional coastal flooding, especially with showers forecast to continue through the weekend, area officials warned.

King Tides expected today may cause additional coastal flooding, especially with chances of showers extending through the weekend

01/02/2026

San Diego County fire and emergency personnel rescued a woman on New Year's Day who was swept into a creek by heavy rainwaters that flowed into Lake Hodges in Escondido.

Fire and emergency personnel rescued a woman on New Year's Day who was swept into a creek by heavy rainwaters flowing into Lake Hodges.

01/02/2026

Participants dashed into the Pacific during the inaugural First Day Polar Plunge on Thursday morning at South Cardiff State Beach, ringing in the New Year with a chilly swim, warm drinks and nearby fire pits.

The inaugural event was hosted by California State Parks.

Photos by Tanya Perez/The Coast News.

California State Parks

01/02/2026

A 25-year-old Oceanside man was arrested on suspicion of DUI after a vehicle crashed through a fence and onto railroad tracks early Dec. 21 in Carlsbad, authorities said.

A 25-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of DUI after a vehicle crashed through a fence and onto railroad tracks early Dec. 21 in Carlsbad.

01/02/2026

Voice of San Diego, a nonprofit news outlet, is suing the city of Encinitas, alleging officials unlawfully withheld public records tied to a $65,000 settlement with a former employee who claimed sexual harassment and retaliation.

Voice of San Diego has sued the city of Encinitas, alleging unlawfully withheld public records tied to an employee complaint and settlement.

12/31/2025

A federal judge in Los Angeles has approved an order requiring Disney to pay $10 million to settle allegations that the company allowed personal data to be collected from children who viewed kid-directed videos on YouTube without notifying parents or obtaining their required consent.

Disney will pay $10 million to settle claims the company allowed personal data to be collected from children who viewed kid-directed videos.