San Diego Gas & Electric seeks an 8.6% increase for residential customers, drawing opposition from local officials and residents.
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November 3, 2026
USD Water Line Break Closes Campus DiningA broken main water line disrupted service at the University of San Diego, prompting temporary closures and portable restrooms on campus.
November 3, 2026
Leaders Protest SDG&E's 8.6% Residential Rate HikeSan Diego County officials and public advocates rallied outside SDG&E headquarters against the utility's proposed residential rate increase.
October 30, 2026
San Diego Candidates Debate Infrastructure Funding GapCity Council hopefuls propose grants and audits to address a $7.8 billion infrastructure funding shortfall.
October 29, 2026
San Diego to Lower Lake Hodges Dam Spillway by 2030The city plans a multi-year project to reduce flood risks at the 108-year-old dam structure.
October 28, 2026
San Diego Council Approves New Water Rate StructureThe city removes conservation-based water pricing tiers following a mandatory court ruling.
October 7, 2026
San Diego Mandated to Adopt Uniform Water RatesThe city must transition to a uniform rate structure by 2027 following a legal settlement and new state legislation.
October 2, 2026
San Diego Renters Faced Eviction After Utility RequestsTenants reported retaliation following requests for billing documentation required by a 2025 city ordinance.
September 25, 2026
San Diego Community Power Added Coronado as MemberThe board unanimously approved Coronado as the eighth member of the community energy program.
September 20, 2026
San Diego Gas & Electric Set New Peak Demand RecordA record-breaking heat wave pushed electricity usage to 5,209 megawatts across the San Diego region.
