Madison Weil

San Diego

Reporter for ABC @10news San Diego ☀️ Formerly @nbcsandiego // @KESQ // @Nightline // @UCLA // @USC M.S. // SoCal Native 🌴

Articles

What dismantling the Department of Education could mean for San Diego schools

1 month ago | 10news.com | Madison Weil

SAN DIEGO (KGTV) – Schools across San Diego are bracing for potential funding and policy changes following former President Donald Trump’s proposal to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. Trump signed an executive order signaling the start of that process on Thursday. The move has raised concerns among educators and school officials about how it could impact students, particularly those relying on federal support.
South Bay residents hopeful for sewage solutions in District 1 special election

1 month ago | 10news.com | Madison Weil

A special election is just around the corner to determine who will fill the District 1 seat vacated by Nora Vargas on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors. With nearly 650,000 residents in the South Bay affected, many voters are looking for a candidate who will bring real solutions to long-standing issues — especially the ongoing sewage crisis. For residents Edward Delos Reyes and Gaylene Scarbrough, the sewage crisis has impacted nearly every aspect of their lives.
SDSU’s ‘Show Grandmas’ Rally Behind Aztecs ahead of First Four Matchup

1 month ago | 10news.com | Madison Weil

SAN DIEGO — With the San Diego State Aztecs gearing up for their First Four showdown against North Carolina, they’ll need all the support they can get. ABC 10News checked in one of the beloved "Show Grandmas" ahead of Tuesday's big game. Leila McCoy and Bette Boucher have become a staple of the SDSU student section. The "Show Grandmas" are known for their infectious energy, handmade signs, and signature Aztec-themed outfits.
San Diego's rainy weather brings potholes and costly car repairs

1 month ago | 10news.com | Madison Weil

SAN DIEGO — If there’s one thing San Diegans know about the roads, it’s that when it rains, potholes follow. And for Benjamin Hart, owner of TBH Complete Auto Care in Kearny Mesa, that means more business — but not the kind of typical maintenance he hopes to see. "You're hitting a pothole, what, once a day? Even if it's minor, it's shifting the alignment in your vehicle," Hart said.
Nonprofit provides warmth, hope to San Diego's homeless

1 month ago | 10news.com | Madison Weil

SAN DIEGO — As rain continues to drench San Diego, one nonprofit is working tirelessly to help the homeless stay warm and dry. For many, the services offered at Uptown Community Service Center in City Heights provide much more than shelter — they offer a path to a better life. Tony Vann knows firsthand how brutal life on the streets can be, especially in bad weather.
Security camera captures break-in at Airbnb in Logan Heights

1 month ago | 10news.com | Madison Weil

SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — A terrifying home break-in in Logan Heights was caught on security cameras, and it showed a man smashing through a window with his head before crawling inside. The surveillance video shows the man lurking outside the home before suddenly smashing the front window. As he climbs through the broken glass, screams can be heard from inside. "Luckily, he jumped back out, probably startled at their screams, and left," said homeowner Brittany Wiczek.
San Diego Ukrainians fear uncertainty as Trump considers revoking temporary legal status

1 month ago | 10news.com | Madison Weil

SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — President Trump announced Thursday that he will soon decide whether to revoke legal protections for thousands of Ukrainian refugees now living in the United States. For Oksana, a Ukrainian mother living in San Diego, the uncertainty is overwhelming. “I don’t see a future for my country without war,” she said. Oksana and her family fled Kharkiv, a city near the Russian border that has endured relentless attacks. They arrived in March 2022.
Russia continues bombardment of Ukraine as Trump touts peace talks

1 month ago | 10news.com | Madison Weil

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In his State of the Union address Tuesday night, President Trump covered a range of topics, from tariffs to immigration — but a key moment came when he read aloud a letter from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. "Regarding the agreement on minerals and security, Ukraine is ready to sign it," Trump read, quoting Zelenskyy’s letter, which was also posted publicly on the Ukrainian president’s social media.
One year after tragic shooting, El Cajon dentist’s family honors his legacy

1 month ago | 10news.com | Madison Weil

EL CAJON, Calif. — This week marks one year since a tragic shooting at an El Cajon dental clinic claimed the life of 28-year-old Dr. Benjamin Harouni. His parents, Jack and Hilda Harouni, say the pain of losing their son is something they will carry for the rest of their lives. "The truth is, the pain will never go away," said Hilda.
San Diegans brace for higher gas prices as new tariffs take effect

1 month ago | 10news.com | Madison Weil

San Diego drivers could soon feel an even greater financial strain at the pump as the Trump administration moves forward with new tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods. The 25% tariffs, set to take effect next Tuesday, were temporarily paused earlier this month after Mexico and Canada implemented new border security measures.