Democratic Chairman Tells La Mesans: Debate Won’t Alter Election Outcome

Jess Durfee, county party chairman, said it's too early to know who won or lost the debate.

Democrats Regain Edge Over GOP in Countywide Voter Registration

In La Mesa, Democrats outnumber Republicans 11,640 to 10,380—with 30,995 eligible to vote.

Councilmember Ewin Talks Mormon Faith, Doesn't Reveal Romney Vote

Ewin was re-elected to a four-year term on the council in 2010.

No Questions Asked: Drop Off Your Old Prescription Drugs at These Places

In April, DEA and partners collected about 8,830 pounds of pharmaceuticals at 35 county sites.

2012 La Mesa City Council Election Central

This is your go-to spot for all of the news from the city council election, and the candidates themselves.

Latest Council Candidates Forum Addresses Climate Change, Homeless

The discussion was moderated by a representative from the League of Women Voters, and topics discussed included usual hot-button La Mesa issues like pension liability, the PBID and parking fees.

Deadline Looms for Appeal in $10.5 Million Lawsuit Against City of La Mesa

Lawyer for Briercrest Development has until Oct. 10 to file opening brief, but she says it will happen.

U-T CEO John Lynch: ‘We’re Gathering the Right People’ to Push Stadium Plan

Mayoral candidate Carl DeMaio denies hints in email that he supports harborfront proposal.

Chuck Muse, Candidate for Helix Water District Board

Muse is the current president of the Helix Water District Board. He also served as board president from 2006-08.

Lori Kern, Candidate for Helix Water District Board

Kern earned a Journalism degree from San Diego State University. She and her husband have lived in La Mesa for more than 20 years.

Mario Tilaro, Candidate for Helix Water District Board

Mario Tilaro is a small business owner.

John Linden, Candidate for Helix Water District Board

Linden is a La Mesa resident and has been on the Helix Water District board since 2000.

Richard Smith, Candidate for Helix Water District Board

Smith has been on the Helix Water District board since 2004. According to his 2008 election profile, he has been married for more than 50 years and has 8 grandchildren.

Joel Scalzitti, Candidate for Helix Water District Board

Scalzitti was a member of the Helix Water District Board from 2000-02, before being removed after a judge ruled that he did not live in the service area, and was ineligible for retention on the board.

Helix Will Reimburse City for Additional Police Services, Council Decides

The council also named the City of La Mesa’s employees of the year for various departments.

La Mesa Commercial Property Owners Can Get Help on Energy

County supervisor calls PACE a low-cost financing option to make buildings more energy efficient.

Ray Lutz Sues San Diego, Officer for False Arrest, Battery in Occupy Incident

Last November, former candidate for Congress was arrested while doing voter registration.

PBID, Pension Liability Among Issues at First Council Candidate Forum

La Mesa candidates Kristine Alessio, Patrick Dean, Laura Lothian, Shannon O'Dunn and Ruth Sterling spoke to a group of about 65 people on Thursday night.

Sequestration Ax Looms Over 6 La Mesa Companies, Report Suggests

Pentagon budget cuts of $500 billion could hammer San Diego County, including local business.

Meet the 2012 City Council Candidates

Does Facebook Make You Vote? Study Looks at Social Influence

Researchers say 'friends' make a difference in voter turnout at the polls.

Tracy Lopez, Candidate for Otay Water District Board

Lopez finished third in the race for Otay Water Board Division 1 in 2010. She received 8.8 percent of the vote.

David Charles, Candidate for Otay Water District Board

Charles has worked at Otay Water District for more than 30 years.

David Krogh, Candidate for Otay Water District Board

The Chula Vista resident was one of the longest serving members ever on the city's Growth Management Oversight Commission.

La Mesa City Council Candidate Forum

Guilty Plea by ‘21st-Century Snake Oil Salesman’ Targeted by ‘60 Minutes’

Larry Stowe operated a La Mesa business that promised stem-cell cures for incurable illnesses.

Tim Stanton, Candidate for Otay Water District Board

Stanton is a retired Civil Engineer. He ran, but was not elected for the same position in 2008.

Ron Ripperger, Candidate for Otay Water District Board

Ripperger serves as an Engineering Manager at Otay Water District, a title he has held since October 1990.

Mitch Thompson, Candidate for Otay Water District Board

Thompson has worked in the housing and banking industry for more than 30 years and believes in using his years of experience to make a positive difference in his community.

Pair of Taxpayer Activists Plan Watchdog Group for East County

David Smyle and Russell Buckley form the core of a group they call a complement to county Taxpayers Association. They hope to engage the public to get involved.

150-Story Building at Lemon and Bancroft? Prophecy for 1962 Fell Short

In 1937, La Mesa youth offered visions of the future. With the city turning 99 this week, we begin a three-part series looking back at our landmark civic anniversaries.

Photo Gallery: 'Parade of Flight' Navy Aviation 100th Anniversary

More than 50 types of military aircraft from various eras were part of the celebration that soared over San Diego Bay.

Council Urged to 'Stop the Bleeding' of City Pension Debt

Taxpayer activist Russell Buckley cites $32 million "unfunded liability." Village merchants call on city to scrap plans for business improvement district.

General Plan Update Delayed

The Board of Supervisors' will consider new information at its March 16 meeting.

Madrid Raised $4,675 for Mayoral Race in Last Weeks of Campaign; Lothian Late

Donation of $2,000 came from San Gabriel woman. Madrid paid $10 late fee for turning form in after Monday's deadline.

Palm Frond Zaps Morning Power to City Hall, Downtown Village

Windy Wednesday left 350 SDG&E customers without power for 20 minutes.

City Will Study Possible Ordinance Urged by Puppy Mill Opponents

But council actions range from enacting law to just advocating action in Sacramento, and city staff isn't expected to deliver options until late spring.

Did Pet Works in Grossmont Center Buy from Puppy Mills? Papers Offered to Council

Protest group that targeted La Mesa pet store seeks city ordinance regulating suppliers. But package of documents posted here may not persuade.

Mayoral Candidate Lothian Denies Accusations She Fabricated an Eyesore

Challenger to Mayor Madrid cleans up a vacant lot after being accused of manufacturing a garbage pile as part of a campaign promotion.

Questions for Rick Winet, La Mesa-Spring Valley Schools Incumbent

Surveys for La Mesa-Spring Valley School District candidates were sent out and returned for a late September deadline.