Community events in San Diego County: From Spring Fling to Garden Fair
Sneak peek at San Diego community events street fairs, festivals, concerts, performances, art shows,...
East County
Wife accused of stabbing Cal Fire captain to death pleads not guilty
Yolanda Olejniczak Marodi allegedly stabbed Rebecca Marodi at least 34 times at their Ramona home.
Where to find Easter egg hunts all over San Diego County–dozens are free
A 2025 guide to Easter egg hunts across San Diego County from Imperial Beach to...
Expect cool weather, and maybe clouds, for the Padres’ season opener Thursday
The National Weather Service says that Friday night's game against the Atlanta Braves will be...
In its 80th year, taxpayers association turns to volunteer leadership amid financial collapse
Nonprofit rescinds offer to interim CEO Richard Gentry in light of cash-flow problems
The pandemic left a lasting imprint on San Diego County’s health care system
Five years later, telemedicine remains strong but staffing challenges remain
East County nonprofit allegedly used as a front for drug trafficking
Federal authorities say Educational Network in Casa de Oro was not legitimate
Three migrants die while crossing U.S.-Mexico border during recent storm
The woman and two men died during separate incidents in the Otay Mountain Wilderness Area...
Trump moves to close gaps in San Diego border fence, but environmental concerns linger
Four spots in challenging terrain along the San Diego-Tijuana border are slated for new fence
Community events in San Diego County: From Desert BioBlitz to Garden Walking Tour
Sneak peek at San Diego community events street fairs, festivals, concerts, performances, art shows,...
Planning Group rejects proposed East County sand mine
Development on former Cottonwood Golf Course called a health hazard by community
Two-alarm fire destroys McDonald’s in Spring Valley
Firefighters responded to a 3 a.m. blaze at the McDonald's on Jamacha Boulevard
El Cajon bans disguised vaping devices
School districts asked for ban to stop students from vaping
As winter turns to spring, San Diego County is still in deep need of rain
Despite last week's storms, the region has recorded only half of its typical seasonal rainfall.
Will recent rain bring a better spring bloom? Drought makes for ‘crispy’ conditions in San Diego County desert
With just over 1 inch of rain since last April, Borrego Springs and Anza-Borrego Desert...
Santee opens the door for wineries to breweries
City Council also approves $112,500 to complete multiple species conservation plan
La Mesa to provide rental subsidies to seniors struggling to remain housed
Jewish Family Service hopes to launch program in more cities
El Cajon nurse can’t shake COVID-19’s unrelenting grip: ‘I have lost relationships’
New cases of the debilitating syndrome known as long COVID are still being diagnosed daily
Firm that revitalized Little Italy is also working on Chula Vista. El Cajon is next.
Marco Li Mandri, president of New City America, is new executive director of Downtown El...
Sunny skies forecast for San Diego County this weekend once storm clears
The recent rain storm brought an average of 1 inch of precipitation to communities throughout...
Motorcyclist killed in crash was Lakeside resident
Matthew Vough, 60, died from injuries sustained in the Feb. 15 crash
San Diego County moves closer to a crackdown on camp fires and homeless encampments
A final ordinance should be ready for consideration within two months.
Heavy rain snarling freeway traffic across much of San Diego County
The system will drop 6 to 12 inches of snow in the mountains above 5,000...
Grossmont Healthcare District dismisses CEO, hires interim replacement
One director says she was 'shocked and befuddled' by decision
Lyft enger allegedly kidnaps driver in Lemon Grove
The suspect was arrested after the victim ed 911 via text
Heavy rain expected across San Diego County until about 9 p.m. Tuesday
The foul weather could prevent people from seeing a total lunar eclipse late Thursday.
Take in sweeping views of San Diego from Mount Helix and its trails
The Yawkey Trail and other paths on Mount Helix offer views of nearby Dictionary Hill,...
10 arrested in Alpine by Border Patrol after vehicle stop
U.S. Border Patrol agents arrested 10 people Sunday after a short chase near the community...
SDG&E worker claims El Cajon police falsely identified him as a prowler
Photo of meter reader who was labeled a possible suspect was posted on social media
Release of sexually violent predator delayed after Julian housing offer rescinded
A judge on Friday denied Gary Snavely's request to be released without a fixed residence
Man fatally shot while attending memorial in La Mesa
Gunfire erupted as the celebration of life was wrapping up Thursday on Echo Drive
Here’s how much rain fell in 30 San Diego County communities before dawn Thursday
A second wave of rain is expected to through the county on Thursday night.
Elton John Petco Park ‘Curebound’ concert tickets go on sale Friday for general public
The fundraising concert has the potential to be the highest-grossing stadium show in San Diego...
Lemon Grove residents speak out against cabins for homeless people
Divided City Council contemplates stand against county plan to build 60 tiny homes
First of 3 storms begins dropping much-needed rain across San Diego County
By the time it leaves Friday, it could drop more than 1 inch of rain...
Guns, explosives and booby traps found inside home during Jacumba arrest
Booby traps included rusty nails tied together and long and metal screws sticking out of...
Lemon Grove gets millions of dollars for homeless outreach as other state funding remains up in the air
A county plan to build 70 small cabins for homeless residents also remains on track...
Late winter storm to hit San Diego County with rain and snow Wednesday
Coastal areas could get half an inch of rain or more, and Mount Laguna could...
Comedian Brad Williams bringing tour to San Diego. There’s one topic he won’t touch.
Comedian Brad Williams bringing tour to San Diego. There's one topic he won't touch.
El Cajon discusses future of Cajon Classic Cruise, agrees changes needed
Assessment district that funds the event up for renewal in 2026
Deputies find explosive materials while responding to possible overdose
The "explosive materials" were found inside an RV in Lakeside on Saturday. Hazmat teams were...
State asks court to force Cajon Valley to comply with law on school sex-ed requirements
The legal action follows a report that the district was in violation of the law...
Man arrested in connection with fatal Lemon Grove shooting
Andrew Gomez Cardona was arrested in El Cajon on suspicion of murder in the death...
This week’s San Diego arts roundup: Expect the unexpected at the Oscars on Sunday
Also this week, Lyle Lovett, Gillian Welch & David Rawlings, a vocal recital by DeAndre...
Grand jury indicts adoptive mother, grandparents in death of Spring Valley girl
Aarabella McCormack, 11, was emaciated when she died in 2022. Her adoptive mother and grandparents...
Temperatures are expected to hit the 80s along the San Diego County coast
The region will turn sharply cooler on Friday, and very light rain might fall inland...
Man sentenced for abuse of service dog leading to its death
Jeffrey Todd Buntich kicked the animal, causing Poochie internal injuries that led to the dog's...
East County house cat dies after testing positive for H5N1 bird flu
Feline had eaten food containing raw chicken
Son arrested after mom’s body found in car trunk in El Cajon following pursuit
The body of Jamison Webster, 51, was found after her son checked on her at...
Woman killed in motorbike crash in Dulzura was Lakeside resident
Kathryn Fuller, 60, was ejected from a three-wheeled motorbike on state Route 94 Sunday
Victim killed in Lemon Grove park shooting is ID’d
Detectives believe the victim, Anthony Trujillo, knew the shooter, who remains on the loose
Keeping Lakeside egg ranch flu-free takes constant vigilance. Would a vaccine help?
Rancher has kept H5N1 at bay with a few relatively simple steps. Experts say avian...
Man dead after reported shooting in Lemon Grove park
A man was found fatally wounded Sunday afternoon after sheriff's deputies responded to a reported...
3 teens arrested on suspicion of auto theft after driving from El Cajon to Chula Vista
Three boys, 15 to 16 years old, were arrested on suspicion of auto theft and...
Cal Fire seeks to help tribes bring ‘good fire’ to local reservations
In December, about 160 acres of brush and grass on the Barona reservation near Lakeside...
San Diego will be dry into March, and it’s going to get hot
A high pressure system will begin to push temperatures more than 10 degrees above average...
San Diego arts roundup: Eclectic singer Cat Power to sing at the Magnolia next week
Also this week: Comedy with Jeff Garlin, Black Voices concert with Gill Sotu, San Diego...
Pedestrian killed in likely hit-and-run crash in El Cajon
The man was found with major trauma lying in the road on the on-ramp from...
Bomb-arson investigators probing fire that gutted La Mesa townhouse
The fire caused $500,000 in damage to a townhouse on Morro Way Tuesday
Former council member arrested for disrupting Lemon Grove meeting
Liana LeBaron served one term and unsuccessfully ran for Lemon Grove mayor last year
Husband pleads guilty to murder decades after wife’s legs found in trash bin
Jack Dennis Potter was arrested in 2021 in connection with the death of 54-year-old Laurie...
A walk along the San Diego River in Lakeside is especially magical on a cloudy day
The easy path meanders under sycamore, oak and eucalyptus trees and es by a sweet...
No relief in sight as San Diego continues second driest rainy season on record
A Pacific storm swirling off Canada is expected to stay far to the north, denying...
Cal Fire lifts burn permit suspension for San Diego County
Holders of permits can incinerate debris with permission beginning Monday morning when conditions allow
San Diego County’s seasonal rainfall remains far below normal despite Thursday’s drenching
The region was getting drenched Thursday by an atmospheric river — a column of moisture...
Four very different San Diego concerts you won’t want to miss this week
Michael Shannon's two well-deserved Oscar nominations did not result in victories, but the veteran actor...
Heaviest rain of three-day storm has yet to hit San Diego County
Through Friday, between 1 inch and 2.5 inches of rain are expected at the coast...
El Cajon declares it will help immigration enforcement, in split vote on 3rd attempt
The controversial proposal to local law enforcement's cooperation with federal efforts was approved by...
Couple killed in chain-reaction freeway crash in La Mesa
For unknown reasons, the car the husband and wife were in came to a stop...
Heaviest rainfall this winter and potential floods forecast for San Diego County
The storm is expected to bring about 2 inches of rain to northern and southern...
Four motorists who died in separate San Diego County crashes identified
Four people were killed in three crashes in Spring Valley, Santee and Jamacha
El Cajon to again consider controversial immigration resolution
Proposal to allow police to comply with ICE drew protests at last attempt
Wrong-way driver dies in Santee crash
The Sheriff's Office said the crash happened around 8:30 p.m. on Friday
Belgian Malinois in alleged neglect case is rebounding after leg amputation
A San Diego County Animal Services officer found Eagle suffering from a serious leg infection...
Community events in San Diego County: From Chocolate Festival to Singing Valentines
Sneak peek at San Diego community events street fairs, festivals, concerts, performances, art shows,...
11 applicants vie for Lemon Grove council seat
Interviews with potential council are scheduled for Tuesday
The three San Diego concerts you certifiably don’t want to miss this week
Judy Collins, 85, and Veronica Swift, 30, are miles apart stylistically. But both are versatile...
Yadira Altamirano appointed to Lemon Grove City Council
New appointee had previously served one year on council
Customer arrested after alleged rampage at Santee hair salon
The suspect became irate when a staffer pointed out that he was late for his...
SoCal storm systems expected to graze San Diego heading into Super Bowl weekend
Parts of North and East County could get a tenth of an inch of rain...
Child molester deemed sexually violent predator could be placed in Julian
March 7 court hearing slated regarding proposal to place Gary Snavely in home on Wynola...
Volunteers sought for Lemon Grove oversight committee
will monitor how funds from new tax are spent
Look in the camera and be honest. La Mesa artist explores identity, loneliness in short film ‘I’m Not Alone’
Originally, Victor De La Fuente wanted to create a theatrical play that was to be...
Killer sentenced in shooting spree that targeted victims at random
Jaime Ernesto Gonzalez, 24, opened fire on seven victims during a shooting spree in Spring...
Hundreds of volunteers went looking for thousands of homeless people. Here’s what they found.
The point-in-time count comes at a particularly unstable moment for those sleeping outside.
After nearly a week, 6,625-acre Otay Mountain brush fire declared fully contained
Gusty winds and then much-needed rain played a big role in the week firefighters worked...
Driver dies in solo crash into tree in La Mesa
The 32-year-old man lost control of his car on Bancroft Drive heading toward Campo Road
El Cajon declines to resolution on police assistance with immigration enforcement
The meeting, which lasted more than five hours, drew fierce public debate with some 80...
Judge declines to return sexually violent predator to state hospital
Herman Smith can return to Jacumba home, but another sexually violent predator living there must...
Scores of protesters rally against proposed El Cajon resolution
Mayor is proposing city police assist ICE agents to arrest violent migrants
One year after historic flooding, these San Diego neighbors are ‘here in the fight’
Some have fled the threat of future floods. Some have returned to rebuilt homes. And...
Border Patrol El Centro Sector says hiker shot by ‘suspected cartel ’
The incident was reported around noon Wednesday in Valley of the Moon, the Jacumba Wilderness...
Why is this happening? When will it end? And just how dry is it? Fires, winds leave San Diego County on edge
Forecasters said the Santa Ana winds will intensify on Thursday, before rain follows this weekend.
Sexually violent predator released to temporary home in Campo
Authorities have not been able to find Alvin Quarles adequate long-term housing after his conditional...
Santee approves steep hikes in developer fees
The increases are the first in 19 years
Santa Ana winds gust to 102 mph, delivering direct hit to San Diego County
The winds exploded in power before dawn Tuesday and will hold much of their strengthen...
Motorcyclist killed in El Cajon accident identified
Anthony Crum, 41, was riding a motorcycle with his daughter when they were struck by...
Prebys Foundation making $5.2 million bet on healing value of arts and nature
The organization awarded 59 grants for organizations providing real-world experiences thought to help prevent mental...
El Cajon considers resolution to feds with immigration arrests
The city resolution contradicts San Diego County's plan to not assist with federal immigration enforcement...