Feather Fire Burns 133 Acres In Barona, Briefly Threatening Homes

The wildland fire south of Ramona rapidly spread, a San Diego County fire official said.

4 Injured in Crash Between Tour Bus, Cars on Willows Road Near Alpine

The collision was just off Interstate 8, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Woman Arrested in Alleged Human Smuggling Incident at Pine Valley Checkpoint

Two male Mexican nationals were allegedly found lying the truck of the car she was driving.

'Campaign Eastern Front' To Continue in East County Indefinitely: Border Patrol

The enforcement campaign yielded immediate results, the U.S. Border Patrol San Diego Sector reported.

Santana High School Coach Accused of Sexual Relations With Student

The 49-year-old track coach and security supervisor was arrested when he turned himself into San Diego County sheriff's detectives Thursday.

Lost Dogs From Santee May Be Waiting to Be Claimed: County

Between July 4 and July 7, 156 dogs arrived at county shelters, which serve Santee and five other cities, as well as unincorporated areas.

Free Week of Fun for Kids!

This summer, send your kids on an adventure like no other, deep within the mysterious sea.

13 Injured in East County Pileup

Eleven adults and two teenagers were taken to four hospitals for treatment, authorities said.

East County Girl, 8, Uses Kung Fu Move to Fight Off Intruder

The young girl says she fought off the would-be kidnapper using the "cheetah paw" move.

Which Road in Santee Needs a Speed Bump?

We asked Patch readers on Facebook what streets they thought needed a speed bump. Find out what your neighbors told us.

It's Free Slurpee Day for 7/11 at 7-Eleven in Santee

Get a free small Slurpee on Monday, July 11 to celebrate the convenience store's milestone birthday.

SoCal Food, Wine Festival Features Top Chefs And Wineries From Southern California To Benefit Center For Community Solutions

Festival will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 19 at Ramona Mainstage located at 626 Main Street in Ramona.

Take Uber To Santee, Other San Diego Trolley Stops To Get A Discount

The deal runs through July 24.

Walmart Donates $6K to Repair Santee Girls Softball Scoreboards

The aging scoreboards had been out of operation for three years.

Dad Who Housed Daughter, 9, in Lakeside Shed Filled With Drugs, Guns Pleads Guilty

Joe H. Tavolazzi, 60, was sentenced Wednesday after pleading guilty to child abuse and being a felon in possession of a firearm.

County Seeks to Reunite Dogs Lost on Fourth of July With Owners

As of late Tuesday afternoon, 59 dogs had been brought into San Diego county shelters and more are still expected to arrive, officials said.

Groundbreaking Held for Deputy Ken Collier Neighborhood Park in Santee

The deputy was killed in the line of duty in February 2010 while trying to stop a drunk driver going the wrong way on Highway 52 in Santee.

SDSU Offers Marketing Communications Course

SDSU's “Marketing Communications” course will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursdays, July 21 to August 11.

East County Mom Pleads Guilty to Child Endangerment in Toddler's Death

The Alpine woman's live-in boyfriend has been charged with murder in the death of 19-month-old Lucas Orlando.

Santee Gymnastics Coach Accused of Sex With Student Requests Psych Evaluation

Patrick Wehrung, 25, pleaded guilty to having sex with the 15-year-old girl four times at La Jolla Shores Beach.

What Would You Build in Santee?

We asked Patch readers what they would build (or fix) in Santee with $1 million. Here’s what you said.

Santee Cheerleader Pleads Not Guilty in Homeless Man's Death

Hailey Suder, 18, a former Santana High School cheerleader, is free on $100,000 bail, the San Diego County District Attorney's Office said.

FREE "Cave Quest" VBS at Santee United Methodist Church!

FREE "Cave Quest" VBS week long summer camp at Santee United Methodist Church from July 11-July15, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

FREE "Cave Quest" VBS July 11th-July 15th

Free "Cave Quest" VBS week long summer camp for kids in kindergarten through sixth grade! July 11-July 15, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

Border Fire: Shots Fired As Animal Control Officers Work to Rescue Livestock

As an officer was working to rescue an emu burned by the fire, a man allegedly fired off his shotgun.

Record-Breaking Heat Wave in San Diego County to Continue Monday

High temperature records were set Sunday in some parts of East County, according to the National Weather Service.

Border Patrol Launches 'Campaign Eastern Front' in East County San Diego

"We are taking a pro-active and deliberate approach to address our concerns in the East County ... " said Chief Patrol Agent Richard Barlow.

East County Mother Gets 13 Years in Drug-Fueled Crash That Killed Daughter, 3

Brandy Teague, 32, was convicted in March of vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated.

Where to Celebrate Father’s Day in Santee

Santee readers told Patch which places are best to take Dad on Father’s Day.

Third Person Accused in Fatal Beating of Santee Homeless Man

Two brothers were arrested in April in connection with George Lowery's death.

Stolen Children's Heart Defibrillators Worth $500K Recovered in Santee

A sheriff's detective said the medical devices were intended for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Woman Dies in Rollover Crash Near Jamul

The crash on state Route 94 appeared to be alcohol-related, according to a California Highway Patrol report.

Golden Corral May Come to Former HomeTown Buffets

Golden Corral may acquire the former HomeTown Buffets in Santee and El Cajon, instead of Silver King Buffet.

El Cajon Woman ID'd as Victim in Fatal Rollover Crash

The victim died Sunday at the scene of the fiery crash off Interstate 15 at Murphy Canyon Road.

Fiery Crash Closes Wildcat Canyon Road

The wreck early Tuesday near Lakeside sparked several small fires, the California Highway Patrol reported.

Teen From El Cajon Dies in Murrieta Crash

The crash occurred early Sunday on Murrieta Hot Springs Road, the California Highway Patrol reported.

Police Investigate Suspicious Death of Woman in Allied Gardens

San Diego police were initially summoned to the scene by a 911 caller.

Patch Readers: These Santee Restaurants Deserve National Attention

We asked your neighbors what local eatery they would nominate for countrywide recognition. Here’s the cream of the crop.

Maddalena Wine Dinner at BiCE

BiCE to welcome Winemaker Arnaud Debons for a dinner featuring acclaimed wines and a menu by Chefs Francesca Penoncelli and Mario Cassineri.

Fun Things To Do This Summer Around Santee, SD County

List is long, so grab your calendars. Get season started this weekend with fair, concert or Fido Fest. And choose your plans for July 4th