Police Find, Arrest Ramona Church Burglars

St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Ramona and ransacking it on April 14. Among the losses were safes, cash, checks and sacramental wine.

Vandals Are Targeting Cars in Ramona

Over the weekend, the Ramona Station of the San Diego County Sheriff's Department reported a total of five incidents.

Scam Alert: 'There's a Warrant Out for Your Arrest'

Beware of the latest scam in San Diego County.

Jury Selection Starts This Week for East County Man Accused of Killing His Ex-Wife

Rollover Crash Injures Two, Shuts Down Roadway on Easter

Medics took two people to hospitals, but witnesses said at least two others who were involved in the crash previously left the scene in other vehicles, fire officials said.

Court to Determine if Father of Ramona Boy Will Stand Trial for Murder

The hearing will determine whether Billy Joe Springfield should stand trial for murder in the death of Samuel Isaish Dahlke. The child died at his adoptive family's home in Ramona in November 2011.

Romodeling Company Repairman Accused of Burglary Arrested in Ramona

Carlos Barajas faces check fraud and burglary charges.

County Office of Education Awarded $1.3M for Tobacco, E-Cigarette Use Prevention

Smoking among middle and high school students dropped between 1996 and 2008, but new nicotine products—like e-cigarettes, also known as vapor inhalers—have increased in popularity in the last few years.

Man Pleads Guilty to Vehicular Manslaughter in Ramona

Garrett Michael Sparks, 20, was arrested shortly after the Aug. 29 collision, which occurred on San Vicente Road south of Warnock Drive.

Spring Cleaning: Rx Take-Back Day Is April 26

Drop off unused prescription drugs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., April 26 at the Albertson's parking lot at 1459 Main Street in Ramona.

State Officials Propose Placing Sexually Violent Predator in Northeast San Diego County

Officials first proposed placing Terry Stone, 63, in Spring Valley.

San Diego County Law Enforcement Cracking Down on 'Distracted Drivers' in April

If you are caught violating California's cell phone laws, you will be cited and face a minimum fine of $161 plus court fees with subsequent violations being higher.

5 Penalties You Face for Giving Alcohol to Minors

Local law enforcement agencies have increased enforcement of social host laws and have issued hundreds of citations in the last few years.

Cal Fire to Maximize Staffing in San Diego County Due to Dry Conditions

So far this year, Cal Fire has responded to more than 800 wildfires. In an average year for the same time period, its personnel would typically fight fewer than 275 wildland blazes.

Jury Awards $1.3M to Former SDG&E Employee Who Claimed Wrongful Termination and Retaliation

David Bryant claimed he was fired after he complained that the utility company was targeting low-income households with delinquent notices.

Trial Date Set for Woman Accused of Killing her Mom, Ditching Body Near Ramona

The trial date was set for Sept. 2.

Rain and Below Average Temperatures Forecasted This Week

Trial Ordered For Woman Accused of Causing Crash That Killed Off-Duty East County Firefighter

Natasia Wood, 22, faces a maximum of six years in prison if convicted of the felony charge in the death of 37-year-old Darin Steffey last October.

Case Assigned Who Women Accused of Dumping Her Mom Near Ramona, No Trial Date Set

Ghazal Mansury, 42, is accused of killing Mehria Mansury.

CHP Cracking Down on Litterbugs During 'Don't Trash California' Campaign

The statewide campaign is intended to increase awareness of the costs and dangers of tossing trash on the highway.

Preliminary Hearing Set for Hotshot Gambler Accused of Cheating at Barona Casino

Passenger of Car Hit Head-On in Barona Ranch Indian Reservation Dies from Injuries

A southbound 2007 Ford Expedition crossed the parallel yellow lines at 15050 Wildcat Canyon Road at 6:39 p.m. Saturday and struck a northbound car head-on, according to the CHP.

125-Acre Brush Fire in Cleveland National Forest Is Fully Contained

The so-called Gun Fire erupted east of Sunrise Highway in Pine Valley about 12:30 p.m. Saturday and was initially expected to be contained Thursday night, according to the U.S. Forest Service.

Firefighters Continue to Fight 125-Acre 'Gun Fire' in Cleveland National Forest

The blaze, dubbed the Gun Fire due to its proximity to a back-country hunting club, was expected to be fully surrounded by Thursday night, forestry officials said.

75 Acre Blaze Near Pine Valley Mostly Under Control, Officials Say

Person Found Dead Under Suspicious Circumstances Near Lake Jennings

Woman Accused of Killing Mom, Dumping Body on Barona Reservation, Must Stand Trial

Ghazal Mansury, 42, faces 25 years to life in prison if convicted in the death last September of Mehria Mansury.

Authorities Looking for Felony Suspect Last Seen in Ramona

Anyone who knows of Christopher Doneski's whereabouts should call Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.

Woman Accused in Mother's Death Argued With Her Often, Witness Says

The hearing for Ghazal Mansury, who is charged with first degree murder in the death of her mother, is set to resume tomorrow at 10:30 a.m.

Kayaker Who Died Saturday IDed as Ramona Man

Leonard Kevin Jones' body was recovered from the lake by San Diego Lifeguard divers Sunday morning, according to the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office.

Body of Missing Kayaker Located

The search was suspended Saturday night due to bad weather and poor diving conditions, but picked up again about 7 a.m. today, according to sheriff's and lifeguard officials.

Preliminary Hearing Postponed for Woman Accused of Killing East County Firefighter in Crash

Darin Steffey was a career firefighter assigned to the Forest Service's Glencliff station.

Charge for Your Parties? You May Be Liable, High Court Says

The court says collecting an entry fee for a party with alcohol is akin to a nightclub, making the host responsible for not serving drinks to obviously intoxicated minors.

Sheriff’s Department Looking to Upgrade Aerial Fleet to Support Local Fire Departments

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors recently approved a request by the department’s Aerial Support to Regional Enforcement Agencies (ASTREA) unit to purchase a Bell 407 GX.

Biological Dad of Ramona Boy Headed to Court for Murder Charges

CHP Reports 4 Vehicle Crash on State Route 67

Woman Arrested After Leading Sheriff's on Crash in Ramona

Charlyn Maccini was arrested late Thursday afternoon on suspicion of being under the influence of a controlled substance, misdemeanor evasion and for possession of methamphetamine and hashish oil.

Missing East County Man Returns Home

Sheriff's Department Releases Photo of Checks Recovered After Traffic Stop in Ramona

Trial Date Set for Man Accused of Vehicular Manslaughter in Ramona

Garrett Sparks faces up to six years in state prison if convicted.