Mayor Gloria Signs Data Center Moratorium as San Diego County Opens Vote Centers

Mayor Gloria has signed a moratorium on data centers in the city, and the measure will now head to the council, according to a report by KPBS. The action follows growing scrutiny over large-scale facilities in the region. The Times of San Diego reported that elected officials have called for a pause on a "mega" data center, with critics describing the project using terms such as "monstrosity," "trash," and "irreversible harm." Broader regional plans have also drawn pushback, as GovTech reported that Southern California data center plans have sparked opposition and a push for a moratorium.

At the county level, election preparations are underway for the 2026 election in San Diego County. FOX 5 San Diego and KUSI News reported that San Diego County has opened vote centers as early voting picks up across the region. As the voting centers opened, the San Diego County registrar reasserted confidence in the voting system, KPBS reported. Meanwhile, cbs8.com reported that San Diego County is reviewing a DOJ ballot request, and NBC 7 San Diego published guidance on how voters can track their ballots for the 2026 election in San Diego County.

Housing costs and development remain a central focus across several local communities. NBC 7 San Diego reported that home sales have stalled as mortgage rates remain above 7%, while Hoodline reported that San Diego home prices have slipped from a record high as mortgage rates climb. For residents navigating state building regulations, inewsource reported on a specialist who helps applicants obtain a housing permit in California for a fee. Local organizations and municipalities are also advancing targeted housing initiatives. The San Diego Union-Tribune reported that possible housing sites are being studied for lifeguards at Oceanside Harbor, and FOX 5 San Diego and KUSI News reported that the Salvation Army is building a new campus following a downtown demolition. Additionally, NBC 7 San Diego reported that a playhouse building competition in La Jolla is raising awareness for affordable housing, following the National City Affordable Housing Summit, which San Diego Magazine noted focused on innovative solutions for today's homebuyers.

Along the US-Mexico border, federal authorities and event organizers reported both enforcement actions and cross-border community activities. Hoodline reported that CBP found 92.72 pounds of heroin hidden in a gas tank in Otay Mesa. At the same time, preparations are set for a cross-border athletic event this weekend. Mexico News Daily reported that Sunday's Binational Race San Diego-Tijuana will feature a cross-border course, and UA.NEWS also noted that the San Diego-Tijuana race is scheduled to cross the US-Mexico border.