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California suspends Cruise driverless vehicles in San Francisco

The DMV said Cruise cars pose an "unreasonable risk to public safety."

Economy & Business

El Niño may bring extreme weather to West Coast, models suggest

Here's what that could look like, based on what region you're in.

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California rolls out pilot for digital driver's license program

The pilot program, currently authorized in limited capacities, aims to speed up ID checks in a quick and secure manner.

California schools now offer girls' flag football

It's the latest state to officially add the sport to its athletics programs.

2-minute San Diego Seals season preview

San Diego's pro lacrosse team is ready to start a new season, once again with championship aspirations.

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San Diego&#x27;s pro lacrosse team is back.Driving the news: The San Diego Seals are kicking off their fifth season at Pechanga Arena, and are once again title contenders in the National Lacrosse League.

Austin Staats takes a hit to the neck against the Las Vegas Desert Dogs

San Diego Mojo pro volleyball team will play at Viejas Arena

The team is owned by beach volleyball legend and five-time Olympian Kerri Walsh Jennings.

San Diego has a new professional sports team taking the court next year.Driving the news: The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="San Diego Mojo" data-vars-click-url="https://www.provolleyball.com/san-diego/" data-vars-content-id="85df4b49-579a-4769-b0ef-b864b134d840" data-vars-headline="San Diego Mojo pro volleyball team will play at Viejas Arena" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.provolleyball.com/san-diego/" target="_blank">San Diego Mojo</a>, a women&#x27;s pro volleyball team owned by beach volleyball legend and Olympian Kerri Walsh Jennings, will <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="play at SDSU&#x27;s Viejas Arena" data-vars-click-url="https://www.provolleyball.com/news/san-diego-mojo-to-make-viejas-arena-home/" data-vars-content-id="85df4b49-579a-4769-b0ef-b864b134d840" data-vars-headline="San Diego Mojo pro volleyball team will play at Viejas Arena" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.provolleyball.com/news/san-diego-mojo-to-make-viejas-arena-home/" target="_blank">play at SDSU&#x27;s Viejas Arena</a> for its inaugural season starting in February.

Padres hire Mike Shildt as new manager

The former Cardinals manager has been with the organization since 2021.

The Padres have a new skipper.Driving the news: The team announced Mike Shildt as its new manager Tuesday, giving a two-year deal to the former St. Louis Cardinals manager who has been a senior adviser to the Padres since 2022.

San Diego hopes for a new Turkey Day hoops tradition

Four big-time hoops programs are coming to San Diego for the first ever Rady Children's Invitational.

We&#x27;ve got our typical full slate of football on Thanksgiving Thursday, but San Diego could also be looking at a new college hoops tradition.Driving the news: Four perennial NCAA Tournament teams are playing in the inaugural <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Rady Children&#x27;s Invitational" data-vars-click-url="https://radychildrensinvitational.com/" data-vars-content-id="a49eb7ed-036d-4a4b-a722-eef1ca84fd67" data-vars-headline="San Diego hopes for a new Turkey Day hoops tradition" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://radychildrensinvitational.com/" target="_blank">Rady Children&#x27;s Invitational</a>, which kicks off with two games Thursday and another two Friday at UCSD&#x27;s LionTree Arena.

USC Trojans guard Isaiah Collier celebrating

Fans honor Padres owner at Petco Park memorial

His legacy extends beyond the wins and losses of San Diego's baseball team.

Generations of San Diego Padres fans gathered at a memorial on the steps of Petco Park&#x27;s Home Plate Gate Tuesday to remember Peter Seidler and honor his legacy.Why it matters: Seidler&#x27;s legacy extends beyond the wins and losses of the city&#x27;s baseball team.

A memorial with a framed photo on an easel, bouquets of flowers and San Diego Padres hats. 

San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler dies

"His impact on the city of San Diego and the baseball world will be felt for generations," the team's CEO said in a statement.

San Diego Padres owner and chair <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Peter Seidler died" data-vars-click-url="https://padres.mlblogs.com/padres-chairman-owner-peter-seidler-passes-away-9b00c0718c25" data-vars-content-id="80bbdfe7-9e3c-4873-af08-c0cc83b930e9" data-vars-headline="San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler dies" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://padres.mlblogs.com/padres-chairman-owner-peter-seidler-passes-away-9b00c0718c25" target="_blank">Peter Seidler died</a> Tuesday at age 63.What they&#x27;re saying: &quot;Peter was a kind and generous man who was devoted to his wife, children, and extended family,&quot; Padres CEO Erik Greupner said in a statement. &quot;He also consistently exhibited heartfelt compassion for others, especially those less fortunate.&quot;

MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - APRIL 29: The San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler looks on prior to the MLB World Tour Mexico City Series between the San Diego Padres and the San Francisco Giants at Alfredo Harp Helú Stadium on April 29, 2023 in Mexico City, Mexico.

Padres trade Juan Soto to Yankees

Soto was one of the best hitters in the National League last year.

Juan Soto is no longer a Padre.Driving the news: The Padres and New York Yankees agreed to a blockbuster, seven-player trade Wednesday with San Diego superstar outfielder Juan Soto as the centerpiece, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the team announced" data-vars-click-url="https://twitter.com/padres/status/1732616007943074213?t=U9SfjRpXT_5-Ij5ejHvRng" data-vars-content-id="a09b0370-4760-4694-bdd0-129264cc0e8f" data-vars-headline="Padres trade Juan Soto to Yankees" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://twitter.com/padres/status/1732616007943074213?t=U9SfjRpXT_5-Ij5ejHvRng" target="_blank">the team announced</a>.

USC and Louisville are set for Holiday Bowl tilt

The second Holiday Bowl at Petco Park brings two marquee programs to downtown San Diego.

The Holiday Bowl matchup is set.Driving the news: Louisville and USC will face off in the 45th Holiday Bowl on Dec. 27 at Petco Park, bowl officials <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="announced Sunday" data-vars-click-url="https://holidaybowl.com/" data-vars-content-id="524b1ae2-246c-4781-8da5-0cdacad41440" data-vars-headline="USC and Louisville are set for Holiday Bowl tilt" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://holidaybowl.com/" target="_blank">announced Sunday</a>.

Petco Park set up for the 2022 Holiday Bowl

Aztecs introduce new coach Sean Lewis

Looking to turn the program around, Lewis will receive a healthy pay bump from his predecessor.

San Diego State University welcomed its <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="new head football coach Sean Lewis" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-diego/2023/11/29/san-diego-state-university-sean-lewis-football-colorado" data-vars-content-id="77bf94ab-5de4-4fae-b5df-1083caacd157" data-vars-headline="Aztecs introduce new coach Sean Lewis" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-diego/2023/11/29/san-diego-state-university-sean-lewis-football-colorado" target="_self">new head football coach Sean Lewis</a>, his wife and kids to the Aztec family at Snapdragon Stadium Wednesday.What they&#x27;re saying: &quot;It is the best <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="group of five" data-vars-click-url="https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaaf/2023/10/16/ap-top-25-reality-check-group-of-5-teams-struggling-to-break-into-rankings-with-lack-of-p5-upsets/71201689007/" data-vars-content-id="77bf94ab-5de4-4fae-b5df-1083caacd157" data-vars-headline="Aztecs introduce new coach Sean Lewis" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaaf/2023/10/16/ap-top-25-reality-check-group-of-5-teams-struggling-to-break-into-rankings-with-lack-of-p5-upsets/71201689007/" target="_blank">group of five</a> job that is available,&quot; Lewis said at the press conference.

San Diego State University's  athletic director, new football coach and president hold up a red and black football jersey at a press conference.  

SDSU set to hire Colorado's Sean Lewis as head football coach

The Aztecs' head coach Brady Hoke is retiring at the end of the season.

San Diego State University is expected to hire Sean Lewis, offensive coordinator at Colorado, as its new head football coach.Driving the news: ESPN&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Pete Thamel" data-vars-click-url="https://twitter.com/petethamel/status/1729605886916567516?s=46" data-vars-content-id="358c967b-5806-4192-803e-a45387d165e1" data-vars-headline="SDSU set to hire Colorado&#x27;s Sean Lewis as head football coach" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://twitter.com/petethamel/status/1729605886916567516?s=46" target="_blank">Pete Thamel</a> first reported on X (formerly Twitter) Tuesday that &quot;a deal [is] expected to come together soon.&quot;

A Colorado University football coach claps on the sidelines of a game. 

San Diego State basketball 2023-2024 season preview

The Aztecs are back after the most successful season in program history.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Aztecs basketball" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-diego/2023/10/17/sdsu-aztecs-basketball-preseason-rankings" data-vars-content-id="512f98c1-b066-449b-bbed-e39f3c39059f" data-vars-headline="San Diego State basketball 2023-2024 season preview" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-diego/2023/10/17/sdsu-aztecs-basketball-preseason-rankings" target="_self">Aztecs basketball</a> is back.Driving the news: San Diego State University basketball is kicking off its season this week with games against Cal State Fullerton Monday and BYU Friday.

Lamont Butler and Aztecs teammates celebrate after advancing to the 2023 national championship