Lane Closures Planned On I-8 In East County

Up to three lanes of westbound Interstate 8 in El Cajon and La Mesa could be closed over the weekend, Caltrans announced.

Pedestrian Fatally Struck On I-8 In La Mesa

The pedestrian died at the scene.

MTS Trolley, Busses Halt Amid Work Stoppage: La Mesa

Negotiations between First Transit and drivers will impact minibus and paratransit service, according to MTS. Check routes before you go.

Potholes On Your Street? How To Report Them In La Mesa

Caltrans has already filled thousands of potholes this year, make your report to the City of La Mesa or Caltrans.

Gas Prices Plummet: Highest, Lowest Prices In La Mesa

Prices for a regular gallon of gas have finally fallen in California and they’re expected to drop to an astonishing $3 range in near future.

Man Dies In El Cajon Collision

A 38-year-old man is dead after suffering serious injuries in a traffic collision in El Cajon, police said Saturday.

Vehicle Crashes Into Utility Pole In La Mesa

One person was taken to Sharp Memorial Hospital. SDG&E was called to the scene to assess damage to the pole.

Driver Slams Into Fire Hydrant, Garage In East County

A driver was hospitalized after crashing into a garage attached to a home in Spring Valley.

UPS Driver From East County Dies In San Diego Freeway Crash

The 51-year-old UPS truck driver was killed in a solo crash on a rain-slicked stretch of freeway near Mission Valley.

Gas Prices Near La Mesa Inch Down, National Average Creeps Up

Gas prices have continued to inch up across the country and experts say omicron is no longer to blame. What to know.

1 Killed In Dramatic I-8 Crash In La Mesa

Witnessed reported seeing a man driving recklessly before a car went off an overpass and rolled onto the freeway.

Christmas 2021 Gas Prices: What You'll Pay In La Mesa-Mount Helix

While lower than a month ago, gas prices in La Mesa-Mount Helix remain high. Before you travel, know what to expect at the pump.

Traveling This Thanksgiving? Check Gas Prices In La Mesa

Gas prices are at a seven-year high this turkey day. Before you travel, see how much you can expect to pay at the pump.

Best Times To Get Out Of La Mesa For Thanksgiving 2021

Thanksgiving travel is expected to rebound to pre-pandemic levels. Planning ahead to get out of La Mesa will help you avoid any delays.

Man Dead, Woman Injured In I-8 Accident In Alpine

The 32-year-old El Cajon man died at the scene.

​Man Dies In East County Crash

An 83-year-old man died in a two-vehicle crash over the weekend in El Cajon.

9-Vehicle Crash Triggers Sig-Alert On I-8 In La Mesa

A vehicle flipped onto its side in a nine-car pileup on Interstate 8 in La Mesa, injuring one person.

Man Killed After Entering Traffic In East County

A man died after running in front of a car on Jamacha Boulevard in Spring Valley, authorities said.

La Mesa Man Dies After Vehicle Hits Concrete Pillar

A 31-year-old man from La Mesa died after crashing a 2001 Honda Civic into a concrete pillar near Spring Valley Academy, the CHP reported.

Wrong-Way Driver Dies, Injures Motorist In Spring Valley

A man died when he veered into an oncoming car in Spring Valley, seriously injuring the other motorist, the California Highway Patrol said.

Grossmont High Senior Who Was Killed In Car Crash ID'd

Authorities publicly identified a Grossmont High School senior who was killed over the weekend in a solo car crash.

Driver Ejected, Hurt In Hit-And-Run Crash On SR-94 In East County

A driver suffered serious injuries Thursday in a crash involving a hit-and-run driver on state Route 94 in Lemon Grove.

Motorist Badly Injured In East County Collision

A 29-year-old motorist was badly hurt Monday in a head-on collision on a roadway near Sweetwater Reservoir, authorities reported.

Driver Hits Pedestrian, Crashes Into Wall In East County

The crash was reported near the intersection of Troy Street and Central Avenue, just east of SR-125 in Spring Valley, according to the CHP.

2 Drivers Seriously Injured In Head-On Crash On SR-94 In Jamul

Two drivers suffered serious injuries in a head-on crash Thursday morning in Jamul, authorities said.

Authorities ID Woman Killed In Crash On I-8 In East County

Authorities identified a 19-year-old woman who was fatally struck after crashing, then exiting her disabled car on Interstate 8 in El Cajon.

3 People Hospitalized In Crash During East County Pursuit

Joshua Furister, 34, faces charges of felony reckless evading arrest and reckless driving, the San Diego County Sheriff's Department said.

Construction Worker Fatally Struck On SR-94 In Spring Valley

A construction worker was fatally struck when a driver veered into a construction zone on state Route 94 in Spring Valley, authorities said.

Passenger Killed In Crash Down Embankment In East County

A woman was killed when the SUV she was riding in went down an embankment and slammed into a tree stump in Spring Valley, authorities said.

Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Spring Valley​ Crash

A witness told dispatchers the crash left the rider unconscious in the roadway, the CHP reported.

2 Severely Injured In Wrong-Way Crash On I-8 In La Mesa

Two drivers suffered severe injuries in a head-on crash on Interstate 8 in La Mesa, authorities said.

Woman Killed, Man Injured In Crash Down Embankment Near Mt. Helix

One person was killed when a car crashed down a steep roadside embankment near Mount Helix.

Lane-Splitting Motorcyclist Killed In Rush-Hour Crash On SR-125

A motorcyclist was fatally injured when he crashed into several slow-moving cars while splitting lanes on SR-125 in La Mesa.

Trailer Spills Thousands Of Gallons Of Chlorine In Spring Valley

Several thousand gallons of chlorine spilled from an overturned chemical tanker trailer at a Spring Valley pool supply business Monday.

Car Trapped Under Semi-Truck After East County Crash

A woman whose car ended up under a semi-truck on I-8 in El Cajon was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving, authorities said.

Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Lake Murray​ Crash

A motorcyclist suffered serious injuries in a collision with a car at a Lake Murray intersection, police said.

Car Hits, Kills Pedestrian Near Lake Murray

A man was hit and killed on Lake Murray Boulevard, near Marengo Avenue in La Mesa, officials said.

Police Shoot Knife-Wielding Man Allegedly Chasing Girl In La Mesa

Police advised the public to avoid the area.

I-8 East Off-Ramp To Close For Roadwork

The work is part of a yearlong pavement rehabilitation project on the 8 Freeway.

Traffic Alert: Multi-Car Pileup Prompts Sig-Alert On I-8

The crash has left four lanes blocked on westbound Interstate 8, according to the CHP.