In a video captured Thursday, a man calmly tells agents he was an interpreter for the U.S. military in Afghanistan; his attorney said he's seeking asylum and applying for a visa.

Penny Fire initially started 2:32 p.m. Feb. 26 in San Diego County. Since its discovery four months ago, it has burned nine acres. As of Monday morning, the fire crew has achieved full containment of the fire. Investigations into its cause are still ongoing.

Authorities unsealed a federal indictment in San Diego on Friday, accusing 13 Guatemalan nationals of being part of a drug trafficking ring.

Governor Newsom considers cutting funding for homelessness shelters as budget negotiations continue, putting $14M in San Diego aid at risk.

Ncfr3 4 Fire initially started 10:19 a.m. Jan. 21 in San Diego County. It has burned 80 acres after being active for five months. At this time, details about the containment of the fire are unknown.

San Diego’s efforts to reduce climate-warming pollution earned the City an “A” rating from the Carbon Disclosure Project

Here are some of the best things to do this week in San Diego, from Monday, June 16 to Friday, June 20. Check back Wednesday for our guide to things to do this weekend. Monday Documentary screening: The San Diego Central Library is hosting a screening of the 1989 documentary “Tongues United” by Marlon Riggs.