El Cajon Police Shooting Video Released Friday Afternoon; Officers Involved Identified

BREAKING: Cellphone video as well as surveillance video of the police shooting of Alfred Olango was released to members of the media.

Alfred Olango: Ugandan Refugee Twice Ordered Deported; Was 'Not Mentally Ill,' Mother Says

BREAKING: As protests continue, details emerged Thursday about the black man shot and killed by El Cajon police in East San Diego County.

Alfred Olango Confirmed as Black Man Killed in El Cajon Police Shooting

BREAKING: In a statement Wednesday evening, El Cajon police also said the object Olango allegedly pointed at the officer was a vaping device

El Cajon Police Shooting Protests Begin Wednesday Afternoon

BREAKING: Streets were shut down as protesters marched from El Cajon Police Headquarters to the scene of the East San Diego County shooting.

Police Shooting Near San Diego: After Black Man Shot, Killed by Police, Chief Says 'Truth Will Come Out'

Video from the scene shows a woman who says she told the slain man to take his hand out of his pocket before he was shot.

'Erratic Subject' Shot In El Cajon Officer-Involved Shooting: Police

BREAKING: The shooting occurred on Broadway near N. Mollison Avenue.

Hiker Who Died on Cowles Mountain Identified by Authorities

The San Diego resident was pronounced deceased while ascending the top of the mountain's summit. (Breaking)

Person of Interest in East County Homicide Arrested in Santee [UPDATED]

BREAKING: Richard "Ricky" James Gunner was taken into custody late Saturday near an elementary school, a sheriff's lieutenant said.

East County Firefighters Respond to Blaze at Recycling Center

BREAKING: The fire prompted evacuations of the businesses and neighboring offices. Crews from Lakeside, Santee and El Cajon responded.

Price of Gas Rises Slightly in Santee, San Diego County

According to AAA's TripTik, there are at least two locations with low-priced gas in Santee.

It's San Vicente Reservoir Reopening Day

After being closed for eight years, the East County lake is open for boating and fishing as of Thursday morning.

Unemployment Rate Falls in Santee, San Diego County

The decline followed two months of climbs in the region's unemployment rate.

Santee Ranks 47th on List of Best Calif. Cities to Raise a Family

Only one San Diego County city made WalletHub's top 20.

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Santee to Survey Community About Park and Recreation Master Plan Update

Certain households will be randomly chosen and will receive an invitation by mail. The city encourages all other to also participate.

Santee Merchants Pass Minor Decoy Test: Sheriff

BREAKING: Eleven businesses turned away teen decoys who tried to buy alcohol from them, the San Diego County Sheriff's Department said.

Border Patrol Seize Gun, Meth in Traffic Stop on I-8 in East County

Agents allegedly found the illegal items when they stopped the driver of a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro near Pine Valley. Breaking.

East County CHP Sergeant, Officer Injured When Alleged DUI Driver Crashes Into Patrol Car

BREAKING: The driver, a 19-year-old woman, is being held on $100,000 bail after the collision at Julian Avenue and Los Coches in Lakeside.

Santee Fire Department Honors Tradition

The city's newest fire engine was pushed into the firehouse, a tradition dating back to the days of hand- and horse-drawn fire apparatus.

Santee, El Cajon Students Named 2017 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

The nationwide pool of semifinalists represents less than 1 percent of all U.S. high school seniors.

Bicyclist Seriously Injured on Cowles Mountain Boulevard: Police

BREAKING: The bicyclist, a 65-year-old woman, suffered serious head injuries, according to San Diego police.

SDSU Health Care Courses Prepare Students for Occupations in Rapidly-Growing Industry

SDSU offers students the opportunity to enroll in classroom health care certificate courses, beginning Oct. 3.

Santee Serves as Home Base for Aerial Larvicide Drops Across County

A helicopter which makes the aerial drops across San Diego County uses a location in Santee as a staging area.

Santana High Teacher Named A San Diego County Teacher of the Year

A total of 43 teachers were nominated for 2016-17 County Teacher of the Year from among the 26,000 public school teachers in the region.

Freebie Alert Santee Parents: McDonald's Breakfast Offered to Kids Tuesday

Children in grades K-8, when accompanied by an adult, can score free back-to-school breakfast.

Santee Lawmaker's Bills Sent to Governor's Desk

One bill is concerning home-brewed beer, while the other is regarding automotive repair oversight.

Inaugural Over-the-Line Set to Take Place in Santee

The Santee Chamber will celebrate oktOVERfest with East County's first OTL tournament, plus and party in the park.

Trial Set for Uber Driver Accused of Raping East County Passenger Due in Court [UPDATED]

He faces 52 years in state prison if convicted of the sexual assault and several other charges that have since been added.

Job Openings in Santee, San Diego County: Week of Sept. 5

Wells Fargo; Chamber of Commerce; John Hine are all hiring. Even more jobs at the Patch jobs board, and post your own local job listing!

Santee Sheriff's Station to Have 'Coffee With the Community'

The upcoming event will take place at the Santee Public Library.

#RyanStrong: Grossmont High Pays Tribute to Classmate Who Died After Leukemia Battle

Following a candlelight vigil Monday, many Grossmont Union students wore red, white and blue Tuesday in honor of Ryan Wilcox. [Breaking]

DEA: More Victims of El Cajon Doctor Accused of Exchanging Painkillers for Sex Come Forward

BREAKING: Since the arrest of Dr. Naga Thota at his East County practice, additional potential victims have contacted authorities.

Crime Rates Up in Santee, Across San Diego Region: Report

According to a mid-year report from SANDAG, crime was up 4 percent across the region compared to mid-year 2015.

Car Crashes Into Backyard of Home Near Grossmont College

BREAKING: The vehicle went off the on-ramp to state Route 125 from Grossmont College Drive, the California Highway Patrol reported.

East County Doctor Accused of Prescribing Painkillers In Exchange for Sex

BREAKING: Dr. Naga Raja Thota was arrested at his El Cajon office Wednesday morning.

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Nearly 10,000 Chipotle Employees Join Class-Action Suit

Workers accuse the chain, which has dozens of San Diego locations, including on Mission Gorge Road in Santee, of wage theft.

Fire Engulfs Santee Home

BREAKING: The house fire broke out on Fanita Drive.

Santee Residents May Be Selected For Regional Transportation Survey

Participants whose households complete the SANDAG study will receive either a $10 or $20 gift card per adult.

Santee Park Watch Volunteers Sought for San Diego River Trail

A volunteer training session will be held soon.