Sidewalks and Panhandling Among Issues Raised at Town Hall Meeting

If you were unable to attend on Tuesday, the next town hall meeting will be tonight at La Mesa Middle School, 4200 Parks Avenue, at 6:30 p.m.

City Seeks Federal Trial in Ray Lutz Lawsuit Arising from Occupy San Diego

San Diego fights ex-Congress candidate’s complaint that he was wrongfully arrested for operating voter-registration table.

Mayor Madrid on Offense Over La Mesa Earning ‘F’ for Tobacco Policies

“I have told them .. that their time and energy would be better served and more effective” elsewhere, Madrid says.

Otay Water District Elects Board Officers, Re-Elects Jose Lopez President

Lopez was first elected to the board of directors in the November 2000 elections and was re-elected in 2004, 2008 and ran unopposed in 2012.

Skyline Church Salutes La Mesa at 100 with Large Sign on Campo Road

Using centennial logo, sign comes in wake of visit by Mayor Art Madrid to Rancho San Diego church.

380 Dress for the Decades at Swinging, Rocking, Disco-ing Party of the Century

Final event of La Mesa Centennial year puts out red carpet, celebrates Legacy Art Project.

GUHSD Superintendent Responds to Governor's Balanced Budget

Gov. Brown says budget deficit is gone as he allots more money for schools and colleges

Mayor Art Madrid's 2012 'Audit Report' for the City of La Mesa

The mayor lauded the hard work that had been done over the past year, but also acknowledged the challenges the city faced, and will continue to face, in 2013.

Centennial Gems: 1912 - La Mesa’s 'Busy' First Year On its Own (Part I)

Water, streets, schools, business, community service, and continued development all marked a bustling Progressive young city’s first year.

Councilmembers to Speak with La Mesa Residents at Two Town Hall Meetings

The Town Hall Meetings are intended as a means for citizens to learn about city services, state what they like about La Mesa, how they envision the future of their city, and to express concerns.

Happy New Year, California! State Welcomes 873 New Laws

Gov. Jerry Brown signed nearly 1,000 bills into law in 2012; there's 873 new laws for 2013.

Got Milk? It Could Cost $8 a Gallon

Congress is so focused on the fiscal cliff, the farm bill has yet to be renewed.

Opinion: Derail the Bullet Train, Fix the Water Supply!

Transit experts worldwide have concluded there is no way California's High Speed Rail project can survive without taxpayer support.

Former Councilmember Dave Allan Reflects on His Years of Service

The city council recently held a small celebration and tribute to Allan, as he ceded his seat to the newly-elected councilmember Kristine Alessio.

Dave Allan Honored at Final Council Meeting; Streetscape Project Updated

Ruth Sterling and newest councilmember Kristine Alessio were also sworn in, starting their terms.

La Mesa Party of the Century Will Be Pricey, Exclusive Affair on Jan. 12

Invitations were mailed to 900 people, but anyone with $100-$200 a ticket can request an invite.

Think You Can Fix Local Government? Apply To Be Part of County Grand Jury

San Diego court officials are looking for dedicated citizens willing to spend a year studying local government and recommending fixes as part of the county's grand jury for 2013-14.

Police Brutality Suit Is Dismissed, But Man Seeks Grand Jury Probe of LMPD

Former San Diego mayor candidate Rich Riel says police give influential people special treatment, citing 2008 public-drunkenness case of Mayor Art Madrid.

Mayor Wants to Promote Agendas Without Council Majority Approval

Scott Kidwell: “The real problem is when an elected official does things out of view of the public and other elected officials.”

Mayor, Councilman Ewin Play Hardball Over Lost Softball in Testy Meeting

Pair were at odds on a variety of issues, including Art Madrid’s Fair Trade Town declaration.

Election in Overtime: Sterling and Amador Say Signs Are Coming Down

Two weeks after deadline, candidates finish removing signs afoul of La Mesa Municipal Code.

Buy a Home for Christmas? County Auctioning 1 Near La Mesa, 7 in S.D.

Starting price is at $247,500 for estate sale of 10575 Rancho Road near Avocado Boulevard.

La Mesans Will Vote on Medical Marijuana Initiative, Council Decides

The council chose not to enact a law regulating dispensaries and collectives immediately, but will let the people decide in November 2014.

La Mesans Could Vote in November 2014 on Medical Marijuana Clinics

City Council to review ballot measure request, quarterly police report and other issues Tuesday.

Sterling Credits ‘Faithful Base’ for Council Win; Alessio Takes Allan Seat

Kristine Alessio said her first task is getting people to take self-defense classes to avert muggings.

Lifetime Democrat Votes for Romney as Uncles ‘Roll Over in Their Grave’

Walter Dickinson, 85, of Jamul, living with his ill wife in La Mesa, turned in absentee ballot Tuesday.

VIDEO: La Mesa Council Candidates Share Lunch, Campaign Experiences

Ewin was joined by candidates Kristine Alessio, Patrick Dean, Laura Lothian, and Shannon O'Dunn. Only incumbent Ruth Sterling did not attend.

Recap Stories on Local La Mesa Races

Read about victories for Susan Davis, Brian Jones, Shirley Weber, Ruth Sterling, Kristine Alessio and more.

Election Day: Find Your Polling Place in La Mesa

Make sure you know where to cast your vote.

City of La Mesa Launches Redesigned Website

The site revamp cost about $4,500 and was launched on Oct. 22.

Mayor Madrid Had 'Authority' to Sign Fair Trade Commendation for La Mesa

A commendation declaring the city a "Fair Trade City," was signed on Oct. 12 by Madrid, with no council vote or consultation.

County Sets Record for Registered Voters; La Mesa Favors Democrats

Registrar of Voters Office says there are also more Democratic voters than Republican voters in the 79th Assembly District and the 53rd Congressional District.

Baseball Club Admits to Booster Status in Nesovic Legal Fight to Inspect Books

Court filing contradicts Grossmont high school district, may strengthen pursuit of snack-bar records.

Promised Alpine High School Sparks Debate at School Candidate Forum

6 candidates in Grossmont Union High School District also tackle furloughs, Brown tax measure.

Shannon O’Dunn Leads City Hall Candidates in Campaign Fundraising

O'Dunn also outpaces the field in number of total donors, by a wide margin, according to financial disclosure statements.

Trailer Parks in La Mesa? One Council Candidate Welcomes the Idea

“I’ve actually identified a site here in La Mesa where you could put a mobile home park,” said Kristine Alessio, a member of the city’s planning commission and a real estate developer.

Proposed 7-Eleven Not 'Heaven' for Residents at Council Meeting

Neighbors complained of rampant crime, traffic, and trash problems in the neighborhood, and that another "liquor store" would make things worse.

What Time is the Vice Presidential Debate?

Here are details on Thursday's debate between Vice President Joe Biden and Congressman Paul Ryan.

Patch Is Collecting Questions for Next Presidential Debate

Submit queries in comments and Obama, Romney could be asked them at Oct. 16 Town Hall.

Remaining Presidential Debate Schedule 2012

President Barack Obama and Republican Candidate Mitt Romney will meet in two more debates.