Reward Offered in Search for Fugitive Wanted in 2 Counties

Matthew Dwayne Greene, 41, is wanted in San Diego and Riverside counties for alleged sexual assault on a minor and violation of probation.

Using your mobile phone to save money in the New Year

Crews Contain Brush Fire Off Mission Gorge Road in San Carlos

Do You Know This Gunman Who Robbed Two El Cajon Eateries?

Salk Institute Links Food and Science at Inaugural Wellness Event

Flu Rate Up 150% in SD County Compared to Last Year

Lisa Hopewell, Santee Humanitarian, Dies at 55

She spent decades volunteering for the Santee Food Bank, Little League, United Methodist Church, schools and anywhere else she could make a difference.

East County realtors to meet with El Cajon Mayor

Realtors group to meet with El Cajon Mayor

Motorcyclist Runs From Deputy, Goes Wrong Way on Route 125

21 Weird Foods You'll Serve in 2014

Honey, your emu eggs are ready!

5 Things to Know: Snapchat Security Breach, Winter Storm is Coming, 2014's Hottest Health Trends

Here are some interesting and important things to know for the coming week.

Today in Santee: Bartender Open Interview, Chair Yoga, Mayor's New Year Message

Things to know in Santee Thursday.

Weekend Brunch Recipes That Will Help Keep Your Resolutions

These morning meals save you time, money and calories.

Victim in Truck Crash on State Route 67 Dies

The victim was taken to Sharp Grossmont and may have died from a medical condition.

'Tweekers' Steal Copper Using Government Aid Cell Phones, Santee Mayor Says

Mayor: "This is a perfect example of how such a little return for the thief can do so much damage to the City."

Ford Mustang Celebrating 50 Years As San Diego Auto Show Opens

The San Diego International Auto Show opens Jan. 1, 2014, for a five-day run at the San Diego Convention Center.

Metal Thefts by 'Meth Heads' Cost Santee Thousands of Dollars

A string of metal thefts around Town Center Park in December frustrates the city of Santee.

Paparazzi Rules to Transgender Rights: California's Surprising New Laws in 2014

Californians will see an increase in minimum wage, enhanced bicycle safety and new rules allowing transgender students to choose which restroom to use.

New Whooping Cough Case at Pepper Drive School in Santee

The new diagnosis makes for three cases in Santee in December.

Beer and Food Pairing Dinner

City Hall Dance

Fire at El Cajon Medical Office Building Extinguished

Smoke from the office fire could be seen from Santee.

Community Voices On Patch In 2013

Click on the main image to read through the slideshow. Keep clicking to move to the next slide!

Best of Blogs 2013

Best Maps of 2013: Where Are the Most Luxury Homes?

The map below is a snapshot of what section of town has the most homes valued at $1 million or more.

Santee Lakes Fishing: 6,500 Pounds Stocked, Cornmeal Crusted Trout Recipe

Get the lowdown on fishing at Santee Lakes for the new year.

Late Night Trolley Runs to Santee Make for Safer New Year's Partying

Two post-midnight trolley runs will get you to Santee at 1:47 a.m. and 3:37 a.m.

Suds PHor a Cure...Fundraiser at BNS BREWERY

Today in Santee: New Year's Eve Fun, Jobs, Top Stories in 2013

Things to know in Santee Tuesday. [Previous postings about a City Hall Dance on New Year's Eve were incorrect, the next dance is Jan. 31]

Texas Tech Offense Flies High Above Arizona State in Holiday Bowl [Photos]

Weird San Diego: The Strangest SD News of 2013

The Easter Bunny gets arrested, UFOs flying and pot falling from the sky are among the strangest San Diego stories of 2013.

Caltrans Lists Its Top Southern California Projects in 2013

Everyone has a list of top stories at year-end. Here's what Caltrans considers the biggest transportation news in Southern California.

Expect a Packed Phil's BBQ in Santee During Point Loma Remodel

Entry forms to win a $5,000 Phil's give away need to be dropped off in Santee or San Marcos.

QA: Satisfy Your 'Creative Instinct' With Santee Resale

Creative Instinct is a unique estate resale store that carries items from antique to vintage to modern everyday household items.

6 Cool Ways to Celebrate the New Year

We promise: there's not an ugly holiday sweater in sight.

10 Can't Miss Day Trips You Should Take in 2014

Visit these hot spots across America next year.

Most Viewed Santee Stories in 2013: UFO Over Barn, Hannah Anderson, Dudley's Deli

A roundup of local articles that attracted the most reader attention in 2013. Murderous revenge for catfishing, woman pushed mother into burning home, Hannah Anderson and more.

Best Maps of 2013: Where Are the Richest Parts of Town?

The map below shows the median income in blocks across your neighborhood as reported by the US Census Bureau.

The Seven Most Inspiring Stories in Southern California in 2013

From an abused foster child headed to UC Berkeley, to health tips from the world's oldest person, to a 9-year-old computer whiz, these were Patch's most-read stories over the past year about inspiring people in Southern California.