This week in Southern California, several heartwarming animal rescues made headlines, including 7 of 40 dogs found in unsanitary conditions in La Mesa finding foster homes, 200 ducks rescued after their owner passed away, and a lost dog saved from a rugged canyon using thermal drone technology. Additionally, the San Diego Humane Society rescued a 38-year-old horse unable to stand. On the entertainment front, SeaWorld San Diego announced its largest-ever 2026 concert series lineup, while new business openings include a Bath & Body Works in San Diego County and a Barnes & Noble bookstore coming to South Coast Plaza.

Community highlights include three Southern California lottery players becoming millionaires, a Meals on Wheels and San Diego Food Bank grocery delivery program launching for homebound seniors, and a UPS driver saving a 101-year-old woman from a kitchen fire in Orange County. Sports news features the Inland Empire joining a women’s flag football league and early ticket sales for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Transit improvements include Amtrak adding a 13th roundtrip on the Surfliner between Los Angeles and San Diego, enhancing travel options along the coast.