Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Saturday, November 29th, 2025.
We're starting this weekend with some important developments affecting our community. First, federal authorities have a significant connection to San Diego in a case that made national headlines. The FBI has been investigating a suspect with ties to our area in connection with a shooting of two National Guard members in Washington DC. The suspect, identified as a 29-year-old Afghan national, has associates here in San Diego, and the Bureau has been actively pursuing leads at our local field office. The incident has prompted the Trump administration to halt asylum decisions and visa processing for Afghan passport holders, a move that's already being felt by immigration advocates and organizations throughout Southern California working with refugee communities.
On a heartbreaking note, our community is mourning the loss of an 11-year-old Escondido boy, Aiden Torres de Paz, who was struck by a hit-and-run driver while playing outside his home. Police are still actively searching for the vehicle involved. The family is grateful for community support, with fundraisers raising more than thirteen thousand dollars as they grieve this tragedy.
In business news, we're seeing strong foot traffic return to our retail centers. Black Friday shoppers descended on Fashion Valley Mall yesterday, with some waiting up to 45 minutes just to find a parking spot. Retail analysts are noting a ten percent surge in foot traffic at high-end shopping destinations, suggesting malls are making a comeback in the retail landscape.
On the weather front, we're looking at beautiful conditions today. This morning started cool and foggy, but we're expecting scattered clouds with temperatures climbing to around 65 to 67 degrees this afternoon. Winds will be light, generally under five miles per hour, making it a pleasant day to get outside. Tomorrow should remain clear with highs in the low 60s as we head into the holiday weekend.
Sports fans, take note that San Diego State's volleyball team crushed Colorado State in the Mountain West tournament semifinals with a clean three-set sweep, continuing their strong tournament run.
Looking ahead at community activities, Small Business Saturday is happening today with the post office highlighting local merchant support throughout the region. We also have increased transit service today for the WWE Survivor Series event happening at Petco Park, so be prepared for busier trolley schedules if you're heading downtown or to Mission Valley.
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