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Several protests were planned in San Diego County on the fifth anniversary of civil rights leader John Lewis’ death. -
There's a new effort to expand homeless service capacity in North and East County San Diego. A local foundation is offering $10,000 for each shelter bed created before July 2026. -
All evacuation orders tied to the Springs Fire in eastern San Diego County have been lifted as containment improved Friday, the San Diego County Sheriff's Department announced. -
The proposed 10-year sand mining project — with a two year additional reclamation period — would extract 4.3 million cubic yards of material, including around 3.8 million produced for market use. -
Lemon Grove City Councilman Sitivi Faiai, elected to his first term in November, suddenly died Tuesday, the city announced. -
In the last few years, El Cajon has permitted less than 10 new homes per thousand residents — fewer than any other city in San Diego County. -
Pastors, activists and police said by working together they helped reduce nonfatal shootings by 54% between 2023 and 2024. -
As the Trump administration cracks down on undocumented immigrants deep in the country, it’s sending Marines and soldiers to patrol the border. -
The Monte Fire erupted for unknown reasons at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday off the 15000 block of El Monte Road in Lakeside, according to Cal Fire. It caused no reported structural damage but left four firefighters with minor injuries -
Over the weekend crews were able to completely contain the Hawick Fire in East San Diego County; nearby, the Monte Fire has burned 1,051 acres, however containment lines are 90% complete.
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