Supervisor Sends Letter To State, Defense Departments On Sewage Crisis

"Beaches are closed. Residents are getting sick. And Mexico faces no consequence. That must change."

County Supervisors Offer Support For State Human Trafficking Bill

Current law states that children up to age 15 are protected as minors in felony sex trafficking cases.

Social Media Targets Provider As Homelessness Surges In Encinitas

Last month, a social media account called Save Encinitas Now shared an Instagram post that quickly spread.

The Learning Curve: Facing Potential Head Start Elimination, Some Parents Have No ‘Plan B'

The Trump administration might eliminate the Head Start program, which provides free child care for hundreds of thousands of Americans.

County Leader Calls For Establishing Public Bank To Pay For Housing

"We can wait, or we can lead," San Diego County Board of Supervisors acting Chair Terra Lawson-Remer said. "San Diego County, let's lead."

San Diego Says 'No' To Home Rental Price Fixing Based On AI Software

This week, SD City Council banned the software as a "modern-day price-fixing service that directly or indirectly inflates rent prices."

Ex-Assistant County CAO Sues, Alleging Discrimination, Retaliation

Michael Vu alleges he faced discrimination and was demoted after not agreeing to an "illegal backroom deal."

Supervisor Urges Penalties Against Mexico For Tijuana River Sewage

"It's clear that Mexico will not act unless real pressure is applied," County Supervisor Jim Desmond said.

How The Teachers Union And A Board Member Transformed Chula Vista Elementary School District

The Chula Vista Elementary School District teachers' union won pay raises in five of the last eight years, even with a $15 million deficit.

McCann, Aguirre Appear Headed For July 1 Runoff For Supervisor Seat

Seven people, including four elected officials, entered the race to replace former San Diego County Supervisor Nora Vargas.

DHS Issues Waiver To Spur Border Wall Construction In San Diego County

DHS said the waiver is intended to "cut through bureaucratic delays ... that can stall vital projects for months or even years."

Supervisor Calls On Board To Deny Delay On County Budget Process

She wants the board to approve a "recommended budget" in June that can be amended after the fifth member of the board is elected.

Photos: Thousands March In Hands Off! Protest In Downtown San Diego

Thousands participated in the downtown San Diego protest and other events across the region. See photos from the scene.

Thousands March In Downtown San Diego For 'Hands Off' Protest

According to the San Diego Police Department, around 12,000 individuals participated in the downtown event.

1 Week Left To Avoid Penalties On Property Tax Bill In San Diego

Property tax payments are expected to generate $9.1 billion for the region, which is a new record, according to the county.

San Diego County Property Tax Deadline Fast Approaching

San Diego property owners have until April 10 to pay the second installment of their property taxes before they are considered delinquent.

Vote Centers Open In Supervisorial District 1 For Special Election

District 1 covers nearly all of San Diego County's southern reaches.

San Diego Is On The Hook For Monthly $77,000 Payments Of Shuttered Senior Shelter

A ittle Italy motel converted into a homeless shelter for seniors is sitting vacant while the city spends about $77,000 a month on rent.

So, Measure C Passed?

We asked Rachel Laing, a spokesperson for Mayor Todd Gloria, to clarify the city’s Convention Center plans.

County's Top Behavioral Health Official Resigns

Luke Bergmann is leaving as the county grapples with potential federal funding uncertainty and a slew of new major initiatives.

Border Report: On The Lookout For ICE

Amid rising fears about mass deportations, a group of volunteers patrols for signs of immigration enforcement.

County Supervisors Vote To Advance Tenant Protection Ordinance

"No one should have to fear losing their home or being taken advantage of at their most vulnerable moment."

Proposed Repeal Of Policy Limiting Local Fed Immigration Help Fails

Jim Desmond proposed repealing the policy, claiming it makes the county a "super sanctuary" for people living in the country illegally.

Supervisors Split On Plan To Notify Residents Of Federal Funding Cuts

A total of 1.2 million people in San Diego County receive support from at least one federally funded assistance program.

County Supervisors Vote To Advance Updated Unsafe Camping Ordinance

The board is taking the first steps on updating its unsafe camping ordinance to try to prevent wildfires caused by homeless encampments.

San Diego Increases Retail Cannabis Tax Rates

The move will go into effect on May 1 and generate an estimated $3.97 million for the city if gross receipts remain the same.

Supervisor Pushes For Notice To Residents As Federal Funds In Question

asked the county to send a notice to over one million residents who may be impacted by potential funding cuts to federal programs.

Encinitas Is Banking On The State To Let Them Limit Housing, But Lawmakers Aren't Interested

Encinitas' battle against state housing laws may end up being a losing one.

Darrell Issa Nominates President Donald Trump For Nobel Peace Prize

Issa said Trump's efforts on the Abraham Accords between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain are a reason for his nomination.

San Diego's CARE Court Isn't Forcing Treatment

The more than 90 treatment agreements the CARE team reached were with people who chose to participate.

County Supervisors Advance Fire-Safety Encampment Proposal

The board voted unanimously to advance a proposal to clear homeless encampments during red flag, or high fire, warnings.

County Residents Urged To Prepare For Cuts As Some Fed Funding Freezes

Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer decried the Trump Administration for federal funding freezes and how they are already impacting San Diegans.

Toddlers In Court: Trump Halts Legal Aid For Migrant Children

“What is this 2-year-old client supposed to do without her attorney?" asked a lawyer who was scheduled for a Friday immigration hearing.

Mayor Dismisses Embattled COO And Takes Reins Of City Management

Chief Operating Officer Eric Dargan is out and department executives will now report directly to the mayor.

County Board Fails To Advance Federal Transgender Sports Ban Proposal

The proposal died for lack a second to the motion made by Jim Desmond.

Consultants Option Proposed For San Diego County Budget Shortfall

Supervisors will consider hiring consultants to look at options for easing a projected budget deficit for the new fiscal year.

San Diego Supes Adopt New Affordable Housing Preservation Ordinance

"This ordinance will keep San Diegans from losing the affordable homes they live in," said Councilwoman Vivian Moreno, who proposed the law.

Volunteers Participate In Census Of San Diego County's Homeless

Last year's count found no less than 10,605 people, which included 6,110 unsheltered and 4,495 people in shelters and transitional housing.

County Supervisors OK Purchasing Firefighting Equipment

The fires in LA were at the forefront of preparedness concerns for many in SD, but the Border 2 Fire brought the point even closer to home.

County Supervisors Delay Vote On Leadership Positions Until April 22

Vice Chair Terra Lawson-Remer will continue as acting chair in the meantime, while Joel Anderson will remain in the pro tem role.