SAN DIEGO, CA — A long-standing mystery in San Diego County has drawn to a close as Jack Dennis Potter, now 72, received a sentence of 15 years to life for the 2003 murder of his wife, Laurie Diane Potter. Her dismembered remains were discovered years ago, and advancements in forensic science ultimately led authorities to unveil the chilling details of her death. The case began on October 5, 2003, when a maintenance worker at …
San Diego, Calif. – A solemn candlelight vigil was convened in downtown San Diego as community members gathered to mourn the loss of a local teenager fatally shot by police under contentious circumstances. The incident, sparking hours of peaceful protest, has thrust the city into a heated debate over police practices and community safety. The teenager, whose identity has not been disclosed to respect the family’s privacy, was reportedly involved in an altercation that escalated, …
SAN DIEGO — A man, previously on probation for violently assaulting an elderly man with a skateboard, has been arrested on charges of initiating multiple wildfires in San Diego County last month. The wildfires, which spanned various locations including Jamul, Rancho San Diego, Dehesa, La Mesa, and San Diego, were reportedly set throughout November by 48-year-old Allen Dinoyo. CalFire officials revealed Dinoyo’s arrest occurred on Saturday, where he faces nine counts of felony arson pertaining …
San Francisco, California – The historic San Francisco Art Institute, known for its iconic Diego Rivera mural, has been successfully acquired by a nonprofit organization. The move comes after a period of financial uncertainty for the beloved institution, which has faced challenges in recent years. The nonprofit, backed by Laurene Powell Jobs, a prominent figure in the philanthropic world, aims to preserve the legacy and cultural significance of the San Francisco Art Institute. The purchase …
San Diego, CA — A tragic event unfolded in downtown San Diego as a couple heading to a courthouse for a restraining order hearing were fatally shot. The San Diego Police Department identified the victims as 31-year-old Rachael Martinez and her husband, 39-year-old Jose Medina. Authorities believe the assailant, 26-year-old Christopher Farrell, targeted the couple in a violent culmination of a troubled relationship with Martinez. The incident started near the courthouse on Wednesday morning, where …
San Diego Man Pleads Not Guilty to Murder After Allegedly Killing Wife in Front of Their Children
Chula Vista, Calif. – A local man appeared before a San Diego County court on Wednesday, standing accused of murdering his wife in an alleged violent altercation that reportedly occurred in front of their three small children. Francisco Uriarte, 41, denied all charges relating to the incident which resulted in the death of 35-year-old Natalia Uriarte. The tragedy, which unfolded in the early hours of March 29, 2020, has shaken the Chula Vista community, particularly …
SAN DIEGO, CA — After more than three decades, a man has been brought to court, accused of murdering a woman in San Diego in 1991, in a case that went cold for years before new forensic technology led to a breakthrough. Alfredo Hernandez, 66, pleaded not guilty on Thursday to the charge of murdering Terri Bistodeau, his former girlfriend, who was 39 at the time of her death. Bistodeau was found strangled in her …
San Diego, CA – Authorities in San Diego have named the suspect believed to be responsible for a shooting that left three people wounded, including the assailant’s own mother, at a residence in Point Loma. The suspect, identified only as a 29-year-old male, allegedly opened fire early Sunday morning. Among the victims were his 62-year-old mother and two men aged 43 and 44. All victims, who have not been named, are currently receiving medical care …
San Diego, CA — A California judge has ruled that a man will stand trial for a tragic crash that occurred during a police chase in San Diego, which resulted in the deaths of two young boys. The heart-wrenching incident has left the local community in mourning and reignited conversations about the dangers inherent in high-speed police pursuits. The defendant, whose identity has been withheld due to ongoing legal proceedings, faces multiple charges including murder …
San Diego, California – The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Weather Prediction Center has issued a warning for possible flash flooding in San Diego County due to heavier rainfall moving into the area. The forecast indicates the potential for 0.25 to 0.75 inches of rainfall per hour, with total accumulations reaching 1 to 2 inches. In addition to San Diego County, a flash flood warning is in effect for Riverside County, southeastern Orange County, and …