One day after the body of 1-year-old Semaj Crosby was laid to rest, a fire destroyed the home where the young girl was found dead, burning it to the ground. 

Emergency crews responded to a fire at the home in the 300 block of Louis Rd in Joliet Township around 3:09 a.m., according to East Joliet Fire Chief Robert Scholtes.

Upon arrival, firefighters witnessed smoke and for safety reasons, decided to let the house burn to the ground, authorities said.

It completely burned down and the fire was struck out around 8 a.m., fire officials said. 

The home was at the center of an ongoing investigation after the toddler was found lifeless under a couch last week following a massive manhunt after the girl was reported missing two days prior. 

Autopsy results were still "pending further studies," with many questions surrounding Semaj's death.

Investigators with the Department of Child and Family Services said they saw the little girl safe at the home just hours before she went missing on April 25. A spokesperson said the agency had visited the home that day and were investigating Gordon for an allegation of neglect. 

Investigators noted that the home was in "very deplorable conditions."

Anywhere from five to 15 people typically lived there at a given time, officials said, adding that the attorney for Semaj’s mother, Sheri Gordon, told them many of those residents were considered "squatters."

"They come and go as they please, they may be there for a week, they might be there for a night," Deputy Chief Rick Ackerson with the Will County Sheriff's Office said during a news conference. 

Will County Sheriff's deputies reportedly visited the Joliet home where she was found close to 60 times in a little more than a year - 40 times for probation checks, as well as other disturbances and crisis intervention.

The sheriff’s office said it was Gordon's attorney that helped authorities get consent to search the home around 11 p.m. Wednesday, before investigators discovered the body of the girl an hour later.

“Ms. Gordon is extremely distraught over the death of her only daughter,” law firm Chuck Bretz and Associates, which is representing Gordon, posted on its Facebook page after Semaj was found. 

"She will continue to support the investigation in this matter to the best of her abilities," the statement continued. "She prays for her daughter and appreciates the community’s support in this matter. We look forward to when we can put this tragic incident behind us and allow the healing to begin."

As of Saturday morning, no one was in custody or had been named a suspect in the case.

The home that burned down Saturday had been condemned, and Semaj’s brothers were placed in foster care, according to police.

The cause of the blaze remains under investigation, fire officials said. 

With Cinco de Mayo celebrations galore, it’s going to be one festive weekend in San Diego. Enjoy these fiestas, plus a bunch of other happenings across the county.

Thursday, May 4

The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch
9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (season runs through May 14), Carlsbad Ranch
The famous Flower Fields in Carlsbad Ranch continues its vibrant spring run, offering visitors spectacular views of bright blooms in all of their gorgeous glory. The fields are open daily, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., through May 14. Patrons will enjoy nearly 50 acres of colorful displays of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers, which are in bloom for six to eight weeks. The famous fields also include roses, orchids, sweet pea blossoms, petunias and poinsettias. Keep checking the Flower Fields website, too, because the venue hosts special events throughout the bloom season.

Del Mar Electronic & Manufacturing Show
10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Del Mar Fairgrounds
Get some inspiration in the worlds of ideas and design, assembly and manufacturing and quality and test at the Del Mar Electronic & Manufacturing Show Thursday at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. The expo features dozens of exhibitors in those fields, plus seminars and info on products and services. Admission is free, and so is parking.

San Diego Padres v. Colorado Rockies
12:40 p.m., Petco Park
Catch a daytime ball game at Petco Park Thursday as the San Diego Padres wrap up their series against the Colorado Rockies. First pitch is at 12:40 p.m.; tickets start at $15.

The Loving Story: Film Screening & Talk
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., San Diego Central Library
The San Diego Central Library’s Neil Morgan Auditorium (330 Park Blvd.) will play host Thursday evening for this free screening of the 2012 Emmy Award-winning documentary, “The Loving Story,” presented by the San Diego Law Library. The film follows the story of Richard and Mildred Loving, the couple at the center of the landmark 1967 Supreme Court case, Loving v. Virginia, which legalized interracial marriage. The couple married in 1958, when anti-miscegenation laws were upheld in 16 states. This screening is part of Law Day 2017; the event will include speaker Professor Bryan H. Wildenthal, who will talk about the laws in effect at the time of the case, and how the case changed American law and society.

Palomar College Fashion Merchandise & Design Presents MODA
7 p.m., California Center for the Arts Escondido
Palomar College’s Fashion Merchandise & Design Program will present this fashion show Thursday night at the Concert Hall at the California Center for the Arts in Escondido. The production highlights the past 70 years of style and fashion. Tickets range from $12 to $20 per person.

Rachel Feinstein
8 p.m., The American Comedy Co.
Touring comedienne and actress Rachel Feinstein stops by The American Comedy Co. in downtown San Diego to take the stage for three nights this weekend (Friday through Sunday). You may recognize Feinstein from appearances on “Last Week Tonight With John Oliver,” “Trainwreck” and the Amazon series, “Red Oaks.” General admission for Feinstein’s Thursday night stand-up comedy show cost $8.

Friday, May 5 – Feliz Cinco de Mayo!

Friday Night Liberty
5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Liberty Station
Stroll through Liberty Station at this monthly art walk showcasing working artists and live dancing, theater and music. This time, the entertainment lineup includes an a capella group performance The North Chapel, and an exhibit dubbed “Budding Art” by the San Diego Watercolor Society (in Building 202). As always, this event is free.

Rock Star Beer Festival San Diego: Cinco de Mayo Edition
6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
The Mexican craft brews will flow at the Cinco de Mayo edition of this festival at the Hard Rock Hotel in downtown San Diego. Attendees can enjoy samples of more than 50 beers while mingling across three different party areas: the “Woodstock Deck” showcasing live music from Latin-inspired cover bands, “Float” featuring high-energy, and the pool area serving as a laid-back lounge. Hungry? Specialty tacos will be available for purchase. Tickets range between $35 and $50 per person.

Cinco DEL Mayo
All day (through May 8), Hotel del Coronado
Kick back with a margarita or Mexican beer, tacos and mariachi music at the Sun Deck at the Hotel del Coronado. Dubbed “Cinco DEL Mayo” weekend, the libations and tunes are, of course, accompanied with views of the Pacific Ocean to the west and Mexico to the south.

San Diego Padres v. Los Angeles Dodgers
7:10 p.m., Petco Park
The MLB SoCal rivalry continues as the San Diego Padres take on the Los Angeles Dodgers Friday night at Petco Park. First pitch is at 7:10 p.m.; tickets start at $18. This is the first match-up in the three-game series at Petco Park this weekend.

Heathers: The Musical
8 p.m., OnStage Playhouse
Chula Vista’s OnStage Playhouse presents San Diego’s first fully-licensed production of “Heathers” The Musical,” based off the cult classic 1988 film starring Winona Ryder and Shannon Doherty. The musical – which debuts Friday night – delves into high school’s classic clique of mean girls and what happens when a misfit decides to shake things up. The production runs through May 27, with 8 p.m. performances; tickets are $25.

Saturday, May 6

MiraCosta College’s 7th Annual Car & Motorcycle Show
9 a.m. to 2 p.m., MiraCosta College Parking Lot 1A
The MiraCosta College Automotive Technology Program will hold its 7th Annual Car & Motorcycle Show on campus, at Parking Lot 1A (1 Barnard Dr. in Oceanside). The event is free for spectators and will feature cool cars, live music, awards, a drawing and a go-cart competition.

Gearheads can exhibit their cars for $20 on the day of the event; any car or motorcycle can be displayed, without make/model restrictions. Categories include hot rods, classics, tuners, trucks, customs, choppers, rat rods, unrestored original and works in progress. Proceeds from the event will benefit military, veteran and EOPS students at MiraCosta College.

Cinco De Mayo Trail Run
6:30 a.m., Lake Poway
Want to work off some of those tacos you’ll be eating later today? Get a healthy head start of Cinco De Mayo weekend at this early morning trail run, which benefits the Valley Elementary Educational Foundation. The unique and challenging course goes down the Lake Poway Trail and through the foothills, and near the Blue Sky Ecological Reserve. Registration starts at $10.

Yoga on the USS Midway
7 a.m., USS Midway Museum
Bring a little Namaste into your life this Saturday morning with yoga aboard the USS Midway. This free class, sponsored by Scripps Health, brings together Yoga One instructors aboard the historic aircraft carrier. All ages and skill levels are welcome, but participants are asked to bring their own mats for class. Registration starts at 7 a.m. and the class begins at 8 a.m. The class has space on a first come, first serve basis for 1,000 attendees.

Battle of the Bays Kayak Tournament
7 a.m., Fastlane Sailing Center in Mission Bay
The first of two kayak fishing tournaments will take place early this Saturday morning on Mission Bay. The event, a fundraiser for the Coastal Conservation Association California, is a catch-and-release event. Anglers must register in advance for a $60 fee per event, and lunch and a t-shirt will be provided. To learn more about tournament rules, click here.

Barrio Logan Grand Prix
7 a.m., Barrio Logan Downtown Area
One of Southern California’s largest cycling events takes off from Barrio Logan this weekend. Watch as fast-paced bikers, top-level amateurs and children compete in their respective events. Spectators can watch bikers race along city streets on their 0.8 challenging figure eight course throughout the day.

Serra Mesa Spring Craft Fair
10 a.m., City View Church San Diego – Serra Mesa on Phyllis Pl.
Looking for a unique Mother’s Day gift? Stop by this local craft fair, which will feature more than 50 vendors selling handmade, fair trade, artisan items, in addition to cool vintage finds. The event is free.

Fiesta Cinco De Mayo in Old Town
11 a.m., Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
The 34th Annual Fiesta Cinco de Mayo takes over Old Town with this colorful, two-day festival featuring music, food and activities. The party includes a low-rider car show, historical demonstrations, a beer garden, a tequila tasting area and music and dancing across three stages. The festival will run from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Select eateries in Old Town will also celebrate by offering deals and specials on food and drinks. Cheers!

Festival of Colors
11 a.m., Oceanside Pier Amphitheater
Come celebrate the Festival of Colors in North County this Saturday with interactive dancing, live mantra bands, DJs, yoga, regional cuisine, crafts and, of course, colors as far as the eye can see! Tickets start at $5 for admission, though you can buy packets with colors.

Bikes, Boards and Brews
12 p.m., Crown Point, Mission Bay Park
Pair some of San Diego’s best brews with local food from around Pacific Beach at this tasty event at Crown Point Park. VIP hour begins at 12 p.m., and general admission starts at 1 p.m. Tickets begin at $35.

Rhythm and Brews
1 p.m., Historic Downtown Vista Village
Sip tasty brews from more than 50 local breweries while enjoying music from three bands at this festival, perfect for craft beer aficionados. The event, which takes place in the heart of Vista Village, will feature more than 100 local brews from some of San Diego’s award-winning breweries. Proceeds from the event benefit the Guild, a nonprofit that promotes awareness of fresh, locally brewed beer through education and community participation. Tickets start at $35.

San Diego Sights and Sips
5:30 p.m., Hornblower Cruises and Events
Sunshine, sailing and cocktails come together on this Hornblower cocktail cruise. Hope on board for a two hour cruise with champagne, light Hors d’oeuves and more as you enjoy a beautiful view of the Bay during sunset. The boat leaves at 6 p.m. Tickets start at $37.50 per person.

WWE Presents: NXT Live
7:30 p.m., Viejas Arena
Wrestling fans, this one’s for you. The WWE presents its “NXT Live” show Saturday night at Viejas Arena at SDSU. Tickets to the ringside action range from $15 to $40.

Old Town Showdown: Improv Comedy Show
7 p.m., Old Town Improv Co.
Spend your Saturday night laughing and laughing and laughing at the Old Town Showdown. At this interactive, past-paced show, an ensemble of improvisers will perform short-form comedy based off the audience’s suggestions. All ages welcome. Tickets start at $7.

Sunday, May 7

Spring Spring Triathlon and Duathlon
6:30 a.m., South Shores Park
What better way to kick off triathlon season than with this bayside event? The course features a calm swim in the Bay, a flat bike course and a flat running course. Registration starts at $106.

California Gold Surf Auction
10 a.m., Del Mar Fairgrounds
Surfers, you’ll want to flag this event! Incredible surfboards and unique memorabilia, from the 1920s to the 90s, will be up for auction at this large Sunday auction. Some boards will even be signed by professional surfers. The event goes from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets start at $10.

San Diego Big Green Eggfest and BBQ
10 a.m., Otay Ranch Town Center
You’ll want to show up hungry for this unique festival, which celebrates Big Green Eggs. For a flat fee, you’ll be able to sample and drunk as much food as you want throughout the day. You must register in advance if you want to attend. Attendance caps at 400 people. Tickets start at $35 per person.

5 de Mayo Fest
11 a.m., J St. Park Bayside Marina
Come celebrate Cinco De Mayo in Chula Vista this Sunday at this beloved cultural event, returning to Chula Vista after four years. The festival will feature more than 20 musical and culture dance performances in addition to music, interactive zones, and of course, plenty of delicious food for the entire family. The event is free.

First Date: A New Musical Comedy
2 p.m., Horton Grand Theatre
A blind first date transforms into a hilarious dinner when blind date newbie Aaron meets Casey, a serial dater. Watch as the pair - and their friends, restaurant patrons and more - sing and dance their way through a high stakes evening as each takes a chance on finding love. The San Diego Musical Theatre production plays at the Horton Grand until May 7. Tickets start at $40, though discounts are available for seniors, children, students and groups. Find more theater spring picks here.

Free or Cheap Things to Do in San Diego

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Looking to save some, but still enjoy the city? In San Diego, there are still plenty of activities to enjoy for free or on the cheap. Go for a hike at Torrey Pines State Park or Cowles Mountain, stroll Balboa Park, try a new craft brewery, admire the murals of Chicano Park or read a book at a downtown park. Get out there and explore America’s Finest City.

Officers shot and killed a teenager in the parking lot of a high school in San Diego Saturday morning after the teen called police to check on him and then allegedly pulled out a gun and pointed it at the officers.

According to San Diego Police Department (SDPD) acting homicide Lt. Mike Holden, the 15-year-old boy called police asking officers to conduct a welfare check on a minor -- himself -- near the school in Carmel Valley just before 3:30 a.m.

"[In] our preliminary investigation, we believe that the subject that was shot is the person who actually called to check the welfare [of the minor]. We believe that he actually called and spoke about himself in the third person," Holden explained. "It was a very general 'check the welfare' call."

"It was a phone call that 'there's a male juvenile in front of the school, it appears someone should check on him,'" Holden added.

Two officers -- including an officer specifically trained to deal with juveniles -- were the first to arrive at the parking lot at the front entrance of the school. There, they spotted the teenager standing in the lot.

Holden said that as the officers got out of their patrol car, the teenager pulled a gun out of his waistband "and pointed it directly at one of the officers."

Both officers responded by firing their guns at him. Holden said the gunfire struck the teenager "a number of times."

The teen was critically wounded and taken to Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla where he died a short time later. The officers were not hurt.

The investigation is ongoing. Per protocol, SDPD's Homicide Unit investigates any and all officer-involved shootings in San Diego County.

Holden said detectives are trying to determine what type of gun the teenager pulled from his waistband, and whether it was a real gun or a replica firearm.

The SDPD said the teenager killed by police lived in the neighborhood, although detectives could not yet confirm if the teen was a student at Torrey Pines High School. His family has been notified of his death, police said. His name was not released.

Holden said the officers involved in the teenager's shooting were wearing department-issued body cameras, so footage of the deadly shooting exists.

Just one day earlier, San Diego County District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis held a news conference to release videos of three prior shootings in San Diego involving local police officers and deputies.

The DA’s office is responsible for determining whether a crime was committed in officer or deputy-involved shootings in San Diego County. Video from an officer's body camera may be part of the investigation.

Dumanis said the DA's office was releasing the videos Friday in those prior incidents per the protocol reached with law enforcement agencies. She has held similar news conferences in the past to reveal new details about other law enforcement-involved shootings in San Diego.

It is unclear, at this point, if and when the body camera video of the shooting of this teenager at Torrey Pines High School will be released.

As the morning unfolded, investigators remained at the scene gathering evidence. Although school was not in session, many students began filing onto campus hours after the shooting to take their SATs.

One mother, who did not want to go on camera, told NBC 7 it is unsettling to know a 15-year-old was shot and killed in the campus parking lot.

No further details were immediately available. Check back for updates on this developing story.

A crisis response team will be on-hand at Torrey Pines High School (TPHS) in San Diego's North County Monday to offer support to students, parents and staff in the aftermath of the officer-involved shooting that left a 15-year-old student dead in the campus' parking lot.

San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD) Superintendent Eric Dill sent an email to parents following the deadly incident at the campus Saturday morning.

Just before 3:30 a.m., a 15-year-old TPHS student had called the San Diego Police Department (SDPD) to request a welfare check on a minor -- himself -- at the parking lot at the entrance of the high school. The teen spoke in the third person, SDPD Acting Homicide Capt. Mike Holden said, telling police someone should check on a minor in the parking lot.

When officers arrived at the parking lot and got out their patrol car, the teenager allegedly pulled a gun from his waistband and pointed it at the officers. The officers fired their weapons at the teen, fatally striking him several times. The student was rushed to a local hospital where he died a short time later.

In his email to parents, Dill confirmed the teen was a student at TPHS. He said the incident has shaken the school district.

"The details of the situation are still unfolding, but whatever they are, this event is very traumatic for our students, staff, families, and community," the superintendent's email read. "A crisis response team will be on the TPHS campus on Monday to support students, staff, and parents as needed."

He continued:

"I know this is difficult, but we ask that you please refrain from conjecture or spreading rumors. This is a difficult time for the family and we need to let them mourn. Again, if you need to talk to someone about this or just need a place to go to mourn and process this tragedy, counseling services will be available at all of our schools on Monday for anyone who feels they need it."

Dill said the SDUHSD will do everything possible to maintain their daily routine while supporting faculty, students, and parents during this event.

The superintendent said police have not yet released the name of the teenager.

“Our hearts go out to the student, his family and his friends,” he added.

Although school was not in session Saturday, many students filed in hours after the officer-involved shooting because the campus was serving as an SAT testing center.

Parents who live in the neighborhood told NBC 7 the incident is tragic and scary, and hits far too close to home.

One woman stood outside the school Saturday morning holding up a sign with her phone number, also offering support to students and the community.

A 15-year-old Torrey Pines High School (TPHS) student shot and killed by police officers Saturday in the campus' parking lot pulled out a BB gun and pointed it at the officers, refusing to drop it, before they opened fire on him.

San Diego Police Department (SDPD) Acting Homicide Capt. Mike Holden said investigators determined that the weapon the teenager pulled from his waistband during the encounter with the officers was a "semi-automatic BB air pistol."

According to the SDPD, the teen called 911 just before 3:30 a.m. Saturday asking officers to conduct a welfare check on a minor -- himself -- who was standing at the TPHS parking lot in the 3700 block of Del Mar Heights Road in Carmel Valley.

The student spoke about himself in the third person in what Holden described as a routine, "very general 'check the welfare'" call to police. 

The caller stated that the minor who needed to be checked on did not have a weapon, Holden said.

Two officers -- a 28-year veteran and a 4-year veteran of the SDPD -- headed to the parking lot and found the student standing in the front parking lot of the school.

As the officers got out of their patrol cars, the teenager pulled out the BB gun that was hidden in his waistband and pointed it at one of the officers. Investigators said both officers drew their weapons while repeatedly telling the teen to drop his weapon. Holden said the teen refused and instead, continued to point the BB gun at one officer and began walking towards the same officer.

The officers once again told the teen to drop the weapon.

Fearing for their safety, Holden said the SDPD officers fired their weapons at the teen, striking him multiple times.

The officers ran to give the teeanger first aid; he was rushed to Scripps La Jolla Hospital where he died a short time later.

The student will not be identified, the SDPD said, due to his age. He lived in the neighborhood with his family.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information can reach out to the SDPD's Homicide Unit at (619) 531-2293 or Crime Stoppers at (888) 580-8477.

The Navy SEAL killed in Somalia during an operation against a terrorist group was identified Saturday as Kyle Milliken, a decorated 15-year veteran, NBC News reported. 

Milliken, a 38-year-old senior chief special warfare operator from Falmouth, Maine, was killed Thursday in a remote area of Somalia — about 40 miles west of the capital of Mogadishu — after he and his team came under fire from al-Shabab fighters. The attackers were "neutralized," but Milliken was killed and two others were injured. 

Rear Adm. Timothy Syzmanksi, the commander of the Naval Special Warfare Command, said Milliken "embodied the warrior spirit and toughness" that represent the Navy SEALS. Milliken was also a member of SEAL Team Six, the elite unit credited with killing Osama bin Laden in 2011, and he earned four Bronze Stars in Iraq and Afghanistan. 

Milliken is the first U.S. service member to be killed in action in Somalia since the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu that led to the death of 18 service members and wounded 73 others — an event that inspired the book and later Hollywood film, "Black Hawk Down."

A pedestrian was struck and killed crossing an Oceanside street outside of the crosswalk Friday.

Oceanside Police (OPD) says a 39-year-old-male was crossing Mission Avenue when he was hit by a truck traveling westbound at around 9:37 p.m.

OPD and Oceanside Fire Department (OFD) arrived on scene within two minute, according to police, but were unable to save the victim. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The driver at of the truck stayed at the scene and cooperated with police. At this time, drugs, alcohol or speed do not appear to be a factor in the accident.

Witness to the collision reported to police that there was a second vehicle that hit the pedestrians while he was lying in the street. They say that second vehicle did not stop.

OPD received a partial description of the second vehicle and is currently investigating.

Investigators ask that anyone with information call OPD Accident Investigator Bryan Hendrix at (760)435-4882.

Emergency crews are responding to a house fire billowing heavy smoke in lemon Grove.

The fire sparked at a single-story home on the 2700 block of Glebe Road just after 4:30 p.m., according to Heartland Fire.

Heartland reported the fire extinguished at 4:50 p.m.

There is no word on the cause of the fire or if anyone was injured.

San Diego Fire Rescue (SDFD) and San Diego County Sheriff’s (SDSO) deputies responded to the home.

No other information was available.

Please refresh this page for updates on this story. Details may change as more information becomes available.

Always Dreaming, ridden by jockey John Valezquez, won the 143rd Kentucky Derby on a muddy track ahead of 19 other athletes at Churchhill Downs on May 6, 2017. It is the second Derby win for both Valezquez and Always Dreaming's owner, Todd Pletcher.

The Padres have cancelled a number of pregame festivities scheduled for before Sunday’s game against the Dodgers at Petco Park.

The announcement came Saturday afternoon just as rainy weather is set to roll into the county.

Kidsfest, Domingoes Padres presented by T-Mobile and Compadres Kids Sunday Signings are among the activities that have been cancelled. The postgame Kids Run the Bases activities have also been cancelled.

The Little League Day parade before the game is still planned as of Saturday afternoon.

Small umbrellas that fit inside a bag will be allowed at the park, but large or gold umbrellas will not be allowed inside, according to Petco Park officials.

Tickets for tomorrow’s game are nonrefundable or exchangeable, but if the game is cancelled the ticket will be good for the same seat when it is rescheduled.

The game is scheduled to start at 1:40 p.m. Sunday. 

The Mt. Carmel High School baseball team hosted Del Norte High for their sixth annual baseball game benefiting the UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center.

Both teams wore jerseys with names of people who were either fighting cancer or who passed away from it. The Mt. Carmel Sun Devils wore purple tops in honor of booster club President Scott Schaller-whose son was the starting pitcher-and who was recently diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. The Nighthawks wore special light blue jerseys for prostate cancer.

When he arrived at the game, Schaller had no he was being honored by his sons’ team.

“They decided to wear purple jerseys this year, they’ve wore pink every year before for breast cancer. So they did that in honor of me I guess and…I’m really touched. I’m really moved.”

A silent auction went on during the game for people to bid on the special game worn jerseys and other items such as gift baskets and a Steve Garvey San Diego Padres jersey. All proceeds go to the UCSD Moores Cancer Center.

Maria Andrulonis got involve two-years ago when, just before her 32^nd birthday, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Andrulonis, a Mt. Carmel graduate, got a call from a friend asking if he could wear her name on his jersey. Now that she’s got a clean bill of health, she’s helping with the fundraiser to give back not just to her alma mater, but the treatment center that helped her get through her ordeal.

“It’s just huge for me because it is my alma mater, so you always want to support where you went to school, but the fact that I got all my treatment at the Moores Cancer Center and I feel very passionate about what they do there. So here not only am I supporting where I went to school, I get to support somewhere else that I have been so it comes back full circle.”

If you would like to help or learn more about the UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center, you can find them on Facebook or go to their website at http://cancer.ucsd.edu/.

Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price on Sunday firmly defended health care legislation passed in the House this week against charges that people who have pre-existing conditions could see their insurance premiums rise under some circumstances, NBC News reported. 

In a bill that cleared the House last week, states could seek waivers so insurers don't have to charge people who see their insurance lapse the same if they have a pre-existing condition. 

States that get the waiver would be required to set up some kind of framework — such as a "high-risk pool" — to help out people who see their premiums rise so they can continue to maintain coverage.

Asked about criticisms of the bill on NBC’s "Meet The Press" Sunday, Price responded, "What I believe they are not recognizing is this is a different and we believe better way" to cover individuals with pre-existing conditions or injuries.”

At least four people are dead and four others were injured in a crash involving a car and a CTA bus on Chicago's West Side early Sunday, according to police.

The pin-in crash occurred at about 5:55 a.m. in the 2600 block of W. Madison St. in the city's Garfield Park neighborhood, authorities said. 

Two victims were taken to Mount Sinai Hospital and two others were taken to Stroger Hospital, all in critical condition, according to the Chicago Fire Department.

One person was taken in fair condition to Rush University Medical Center, fire officials said, and three patients from the bus were taken to St. Mary's Hospital, two in stable and one in fair condition. 

Four of those victims were pronounced dead, according to Chicago police. Details on their ages or identities was not immediately available.

As a result of the crash, the #20 Madison bus was temporarily rerouted in both directions around the scene, the CTA said. 

NBC 5 learned via FOIA request that there have been 1,058 reported collisions between CTA buses and other motor vehicles since 2012. The cause of Saturday's crash remains under investigation. 

Check back for updates on this developing story.

Multiple fire crews worked through the early hours of Sunday morning to rescue three people trapped in a crushed, overturned car near Oceanside's Buena Vista Lagoon. 

The crash happened on the transition ramp from northbound Interstate 5 to eastbound State Route 78 at approximately 1:32 a.m. Sunday, Oceanside Fire Department Battalion Chief Pete Lawrence said. The crash left one person dead. 

A full sized pick-up truck with three people inside went over the side of the ramp and overturned, landing on its roof next to the Buena Vista Lagoon. The impact of the crash crushed the roof all the way down to the door line of the car, trapping everyone inside, Lawrence said. 

First responders traveled down a steep and muddy embankment during rain showers to access the car, Lawrence said. 

Several units were called to the scene of the crash, and crews used multiple rescue tools in the extensive effort to access the victims, including air bags to lift the car, and Jaws of Life to remove parts of the car, Lawrence said. 

Crews were able to save the first victim nearly a half an hour later and taken to a local hospital in a waiting ambulance. The second victim was removed shortly after and was evaluated by paramedics. The second victim was pronounced dead. 

The third victim was extracted at approximately 2:11 a.m. The victim was carried up the embankment and taken to a local hospital. 

Fire crews called a REACH air ambulance to the scene, but the ambulance was not used. 

A suspected human smuggler and an undocumented immigrant have been arrested after a crash off Interstate 8 in Alpine, Border Patrol officials said. 

The crash happened Sunday morning. 

Border Patrol officials are looking for one undocumented migrant who ran from the scene. 

No further information was available. 

Check back for updates on this breaking news story. 

The driver of a mini-van suffered from a medical condition and veered off the road in Encinitas, according to San Diego County Sheriff's Deputies (SDSO).

The three family members in the car said the driver’s head rolled backwards and he passed out at the time of the accident, according to authorities. 

According to SDSO Deputy William Reilly, the vehicle veered off the road at Encinitas Boulevard and Vulcan Avenue, then, it flipped on its side.

The driver was transported to Scripps Hospital Encinitas.

None of the passengers were injured and there was no property damage except to the vehicle and shrubbery.

According to the Emergency Doctor, the driver died from congestive heart failure.

The Medical Examiner’s Office will follow up with the official cause of death.

When the weather heats up, San Diego County has arranged for places where residents can keep cool.

The county's official list of "Cool Zones" for 2017 include libraries, senior centers and museums as well as recreational centers.

These places help older adults and others keep cool while saving the added cost of air conditioning when temperatures are unusually high.

While the cool zones are open only during regular business hours there are several that have weekend hours.

There are more than 100 cool zones around the county. To find one near you click here.

If you cannot get to a Cool Zone, county officials suggest you stay indoors as much as possible. If you cannot use air conditioning, stay on the lowest floor with shades down and blinds closed. Windows should stay slightly open.

Wear light, loose clothing and drink more fluids than usual even if you do not feel thirsty.

For more information call the county at (800) 510-2020.

Temperatures are only expected to rise as summer gets underway.