Signature-Gathering Starts Today for 4th Measure to Legalize Pot in California

The initiative would legalize possession, use, cultivation, transportation and distribution of marijuana and hemp. Backers have until Aug. 18 to collect 504,760 valid signatures.

76,900 San Diego County Residents Signed Up for Covered California

San Diego County represented about 9 percent of the statewide enrollment, which included 65,666 consumers eligible for financial subsidies.

Closure Lifted for South County Beaches After Nearly 3 Weeks

The beaches were closed on Feb. 28.

Toni Atkins Was Voted Next Assembly Speaker

Toni Atkins, now the majority leader, is expected to succeed Speaker John Perez, D-Los Angeles, sometime this spring.

President Obama Is Coming to San Diego County, Tickets to Fundraiser Are $10K

The fundraiser is set for May 8 and will benefit the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee.

100 Places Offering Free Tax Help in San Diego County

People wishing to use the free service should call 2-1-1 to make an appointment at a site near them.

Democratic Delegation Applaud Inclusion of San Ysidro Port of Entry Funding in President’s Budget

The San Diego Democratic Delegation, along with business leaders in the region have promised to continue working together to fight for the completion of the San Ysidro Land Port of Entry expansion project.

Court Now Offers 'One Day Divorce' Service in SD County

The goal is to have parties leave the courtroom with the final divorce judgment in their hands.

Attorney General Appeals Concealed-Gun Ruling

If the Ninth Circuit's ruling is allowed to take effect, officials throughout the state could be required to issue concealed-carry permits based on nothing more than the applicant's assertion that they wish to carry a gun for self-defense.

County Hosts Contest to Develop Program or App to Improve Public Health Info

Multi-Jurisdictional Task Forces Key to Combating Cross-Border Drug Trafficking and Violence, Report Finds

San Diego County is home to 20 such tasks forces.

San Diego County Resident to Run for CA Lieutenant Governor

Ron Nehring, of San Diego, is the first Republican to join the race.

San Diego County Closures for Presidents Day

Court to Allow San Diego County Journalist Right to Carry a Concealed Weapon

In San Diego County, residents must pass a training course and show valid reasons for needing a concealed weapon.

Environmental Groups Give Assemblywoman Toni Atkins Good Grade

Assemblywoman Toni Atkins represents coastal San Diego County from Imperial Beach and Coronado through Solana Beach.

Jail Population Swells in San Diego County

While the number of annual bookings into local detention centers has dropped in recent years, the average daily inmate population ballooned from 102 percent of overall jail capacity in 2011 to 113 percent in 2012, according to a study.

Commission Approves Energy Purchase Agreement Between SDG&E and Nearby Pio Pico Energy Center

Terms calls for the plant to be functional by Sept. 1 next year, with the flow of electricity to SDG&E starting in 2017.

SD County Approves Raises for Sheriff's Deputies

Vigil to Oppose Keystone Pipleine Construction To Be Held in Downtown SD

Protesters are set to gather Monday night outside of the Federal Building in downtown San Diego Monday at 6 p.m.

SD County Considers New Restrictions on Flight Schools Regarding Foreign Students

Did You Miss the State of the County Address? Watch it Online [Video]

Chairwoman Dianne Jacob Gives 2014 State of the County Address

Baking Program Gives South County Inmates Recipe for Success [Video]

VIDEO: Dignitaries Crack Whip, Break Ground to Start Construction on I-5

A $249 million project seeks to alleviate traffic jams through San Clemente, especially on the weekends.

Supervisor Jacob to Deliver State of County Address

Your Turn: What Is the State of the Union?

Upward mobility has stalled in America and a $10.10 minimum wage should become the new national minimum wage, said President Obama in his annual State of the Union address Tuesday.

Border Patrol Drone Crashed by Controllers After Developing Problem

A Customs and Border Patrol flight crew deliberately crashed the $12 million, unmanned Predator B aircraft into the ocean approximately 20 miles southwest of San Diego. The agency's other drones were grounded as a result.

Congressman Vargas to Return Money from Donor Under Investigation

Covered California Targets ‘Young Invincibles’

Nearly 9 out of 10 Californians who’ve signed up through the exchange have received a federal subsidy. Individuals who make less than $46,000 a year are eligible.

In Defense Of Controversial Surveillance Program, Obama Points To San Diego

California Governor Declares Drought State Of Emergency

Brown called for a collaborative effort to restrain water use, urging Californians to conserve in every way possible.

Serge Dedina to Run for Mayor of Imperial Beach

Want A Free Tent? Get SD Emergency App for Chance to Win

Congressional Leaders Secure Funding for San Ysidro Expansion

Reps. Juan Vargas, Susan Davis and Scott Peters lobbied for the funding to complete the expansion of the world's busiest port of entry.

Beach Camera Surveillance, Humanity Development and Tijuana River Water Quality

Port to Delay Pond 20 Land Use Decision

Temporary Lane Closure Near San Ysidro Port of Entry Starting Sunday

Mayor Jim Janney to Appear on KPBS Midday Edition Wednesday

What Does Pier South Resort Mean to You?

New California Law Requires Doctor’s Note For Vaccine Exemptions… But There’s An Out

A new state law went into effect Jan. 1 making it a little harder for California students to skip required vaccinations.

County of San Diego Unveils New Beach Water Quality Map