Good morning, this is San Diego Local Pulse for Saturday, May 24, 2025.We begin today with breaking news that has shaken our city. Early Thursday morning, a private Cessna jet crashed in the Murphy Canyon neighborhood, claiming the lives of all six people on board. Among the victims were Dave Shapiro, co-founder of the Sound Talent Group, and Daniel Williams, former drummer of The Devil Wears Prada, along with two young booking associates. The crash destroyed homes and cars, forcing around 100 people to evacuate. Neighbors worked together in the chaos, helping families escape over fences and onto trampolines to safety. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating, with dense fog and inoperative runway lighting cited as possible factors. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragedy as the community mourns and supports the displaced families in Murphy Canyon and Tierrasanta.Turning to weather, we’re waking up to some lingering coastal fog this morning, especially near the bay and airport. As the sun rises, we expect clearer skies and temperatures climbing to the low 70s inland, with ocean breezes keeping things pleasant by the coast. If you’re planning to attend outdoor events or head to the beaches, the forecast looks good after midday, but keep an eye out for cool mornings and patchy fog returning tonight.At City Hall this week, officials focus on emergency response after the crash, while also finalizing summer plans for parks and public events. In real estate, the market remains hot, with median home prices holding near nine hundred thousand dollars. Inventory is tighter this month, yet new listings are picking up, especially in neighborhoods like North Park and Chula Vista. On the job front, hiring continues in healthcare and tech, with several hundred new roles posted just this week across downtown and Sorrento Valley.A bright spot for local families comes from the Bay Terraces community, where a new athletic field just opened, thanks to a partnership with San Diego Unified School District. Schools citywide are also celebrating end-of-year achievements. In high school sports, La Jolla High made it to the CIF baseball semifinals, while Rancho Bernardo’s robotics team just took home a top award at state competition.Looking at culture, the Birch Aquarium is unveiling its Living Seas Gallery this weekend, promising interactive exhibits for kids and adults alike. At Petco Park, the Elton John Curebound concert drew thousands and raised over eleven million dollars for cancer research. Meanwhile, we’re gearing up for a busy Memorial Day weekend. The Navy Run across the Coronado Bridge just wrapped up, raising nearly half a million dollars for military families, and free outdoor movies return to over a hundred local parks starting tonight.On the crime front, authorities report no major violent incidents overnight. Police are continuing their investigation into several vehicle break-ins near Mission Valley, so remember to lock your cars and avoid leaving valuables in sight.Finally, a feel-good moment as neighbors in Murphy Canyon quickly organized a donation drive for families displaced by the crash, collecting clothes, pet supplies, and even arranging short-term housing within hours.This has been San Diego Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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