Twas the night before Christmas and Santa's every move — including stops over County — will once again be followed by the vigilant eyes of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD).

Among the new California laws taking effect on Jan. 1, 2025 is a bill legalizing cannabis businesses to sell food and non-alcoholic drinks as well as host live performances.

A new wildfire was reported today at 3:44 p.m. in San Diego County. Monte 3 Fire has been burning on private land. Currently, there is no data on the containment status of the fire and the cause has yet to be determined.

The public was being warned of dangerous ocean conditions at San Diego County beaches Tuesday due to high surf.

-- City Lights: Through Jan. 19, this immersive light display at Quartyard, 1301 Market St., sets San Diego's East Village aglow allowing guests to wander through six vibrant zones featuring lasers, videos and projection mapping where patrons can interact with the art.

North American Aerospace Defense Command, or NORAD, has started tracking Old St. Nick's worldwide Christmas Eve journey.

San Diego County public offices, family resource centers, library branches and animal shelters will be closed Christmas Day.

Santa Claus, St. Nicholas, Babbo Natale, Père Noël — whatever you call him, the man clad in red will be here soon.

Connecticut residents can track Santa Claus on Christmas Eve using NORAD's website or Google. The mythical flight took off at 6 a.m. EST.