Danielle Smith

San Diego

Digital Media Producer at KNSD-TV (San Diego, CA)

Digital Media Producer @nbcsandiego | USC alum

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Articles

California launching program to help homeowners recover from natural disasters

1 week ago | nbclosangeles.com | Danielle Smith

California homeowners whose homes were destroyed in a recent natural disaster - including the San Diego floods in January 2024 - could get some relief from a new state program launching this month. The CalAssist Mortgage Fund, run by the California Housing Finance Agency, is distributing $105 million in grants to cover up to three months of mortgage payments, totaling a maximum of $20,000, for some eligible homeowners, the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services said in a news release.
1 dead, 3 injured after Pacific Beach vehicle crash, officials say

2 weeks ago | nbcsandiego.com | Danielle Smith

One person is dead and three others are injured after a vehicle crash in Pacific Beach on Wednesday night, officials said. The collision was reported just before 10 p.m. on Grand Avenue near Figueroa Boulevard, according to the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department. Officials said one person died at the scene and three others were taken to the hospital. SDFD did not provide details about their injuries. This is a developing story that will be updated as more information arrives.
Brush fire in Pala area prompts evacuations, Cal Fire says

2 weeks ago | nbcsandiego.com | Danielle Smith

A brush fire that broke out in the Pala area was prompting evacuations on Friday, officials said. The so-called Henderson Fire - which started around 5:45 p.m. - is burning near Henderson Road and Pala Mission Road and grew to more than 180 acres by 8 p.m., according to Cal Fire. Evacuation orders and warnings have been issued for areas surrounding the flames. A temporary evacuation point is located at the Pala Casino Parking Lot at 11154 Highway 76, Pala, CA 92059.
ICE agents conduct operation at popular Italian restaurant in South Park

2 weeks ago | nbcsandiego.com | Danielle Smith

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents were conducting "worksite enforcement operations" at a popular Italian restaurant in San Diego's South Park neighborhood on Friday, the federal agency confirmed to NBC 7. The operations happened at Buona Forchetta and Enoteca Buona Forchetta restaurants, according to ICE spokesperson Yasmeen Pitts O'Keefe.
San Diego Humane Society cares for 41 pets removed from Escondido home

3 weeks ago | nbcsandiego.com | Danielle Smith

The San Diego Humane Society took in 41 more pets after removing them from a home in Escondido on Wednesday. SDHS' Humane Law Enforcement team responded to the home after being notified that there were many animals inside. When they got there, they decided to take all the pets - 28 dogs, six puppies, four cats, two kittens and one chameleon - into their care as quickly as possible, according to SDHS spokesperson Nina Thompson.
San Diego County parks showing 100 movies for free this summer

4 weeks ago | nbcsandiego.com | Danielle Smith

San Diegans, this summer is the perfect time to finally check off the movies on your must-watch list. More than 100 flicks are showing for free at dozens of parks across the county as part of this year's "Summer Movies in the Park," which kicks off on Saturday. Pack your beach chairs, blankets and favorite picnic snacks, and head to your neighborhood park for a movie night under the stars. The program runs until Nov.
Wild bat found at San Diego Zoo Safari Park tests positive for rabies, county says

1 month ago | nbcsandiego.com | Danielle Smith

A wild bat infected with rabies was found at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park on Wednesday, and county public health officials are looking for people who may have come in contact with the animal. The bat - which isn't part of the Safari Park's collection - was at the base of the park's only public elevator, located in the African Loop near the hot air balloon ride, just before 11 a.m., according to the county.
Man who died after car went over La Jolla cliff into ocean ID’d – NBC 7 San Diego

1 month ago | nbcsandiego.com | Danielle Smith |Omari Fleming

The man who died earlier this week after his vehicle went through a fence, over a cliff and into the water in La Jolla has been identified.
Rescue underway in La Jolla after vehicle goes into water, officials say

1 month ago | nbcsandiego.com | Danielle Smith

A rescue effort is underway after a vehicle went into the water in La Jolla on Tuesday night, officials said. The incident was reported near 1200 Coast Boulevard just after 8 p.m., according to the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department. Officials have not confirmed how many people have been rescued or may still be trapped. Thirty SDFD personnel were assigned to the rescue, the department said. An NBC 7 crew is headed to the scene to gather more details.
Pedestrian dies after being hit by car in Encinitas: SDSO

1 month ago | nbcsandiego.com | Danielle Smith

A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle in Encinitas on Friday, officials said. The incident happened near Encinitas Boulevard and Village Square Drive just before 7 p.m.The San Diego County Sheriff's Department described the pedestrian as a girl under 18 years old. Officials said the driver stayed at the scene. Encinitas Boulevard was shut down in both directions following the crash. SDSO's Traffic Division is investigating.