Tigger is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet This Week

He's back.

Moon Peeking Between The Trees In East County: Photo Of The Day

Patch loves photos! Share your photos with Patch and your work could be featured.

Vehicle Accident Causes Fuel Spill On Road Near Lakeside

Fire crews responded to a fuel spill caused when a vehicle flipped over on a rural road near the community of Lakeside.

McDonald's Employee Rewarded + Nobel Prize Winner: Saturday Smiles

The Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern California is set to open. Plus, the most famous haunted landmarks in Southern California.

Ponzi Scheme; Sexually Violent Predators: Santee, SD County Crime Log

A look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

Voter Pamphlets Sent To Santee Voters Ahead Of November Election

Voter information pamphlets ​were sent to 1.9 million registered voters in San Diego County.

Give Blood Or Platelets This Fall At A Red Cross Drive Near Santee

"While the leaves turn, the need for blood never changes."

Where To Pick A Pumpkin Near Santee

Pumpkin season is here. Find out where to get the pick of the patch near Santee.

Share Your Photos Of Santee With Patch

Share your awesome photos around Santee with Patch. Here's how to do it.

Wren is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet This Week

She likes laps.

Winning Lottery Ticket + New Home For Orphaned Cubs: Saturday Smiles

A robotic kitchen assistant named "Chippy." Plus, the longest and fastest straddle coaster on the West Coast.

Apartment Complex Fire; Teacher Sentenced: Santee, SD County Crime Log

A look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

Probationer Rams Officers' Cruiser With Car In East County: Police

Ruben Quintana, 33, was arrested on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon on police personnel and violation of terms of his probation.

Gas Prices Rise Above $6 In San Diego: Find Lowest Price In Santee

The average price recorded its largest increase since July 12, 2015, Wednesday, rising 14.3 cents to $6.043.

Heat Advisory In Effect For Santee Amid Another San Diego Heat Wave

Hot weather can increase the potential for heat-related illnesses, particularly for people working or participating in outdoor activities.

30 Displaced After Fire Sparks At East County Apartment Building

The American Red Cross was offering housing assistance.

Ex-East County Teacher Sentenced To Prison For Sex Crimes

The former El Cajon religious school teacher pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting several young women and underage girls.

Another Heat Wave Prompts Heat Advisory For Santee

Officials told people to drink plenty of fluids, stay in air-conditioned rooms, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors.

Valentina is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet This Week

Her familly moved.

Blind Dog Rescued + Meet Baby Rhino Neville: Saturday Smiles

A deer was spotted swimming in the Pacific Ocean. The Lake Elsinore Storm minor league baseball team won the California State Championship.

Man Dead, Woman With Car Damage Booked Into Santee Detention Center

Janet Rivera Mendoza, 27, was arrested and booked into Las Colinas Women's Detention Facility on suspicion of a felony hit-and-run.

CA Gas Prices Rising Again: Lowest Price In Santee

The nation's 99-day streak of falling gasoline prices just ended, but in California, prices have been inching up for weeks.

Armed And Dangerous; Benefits Fraud: Santee, SD County Crime Log

A look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

Donate Blood In Santee During Sickle Cell Awareness Month

September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month. Blood donors are needed for people with sickle cell disease.

Danzig is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet This Week

He's been bounced around.

$16K Winning Ticket + Mexican Pizza Is Back For Good: Saturday Smiles

The OC Fire Authority chief won the Fire Chief of the Year award. Plus, the Port of San Diego began its busiest cruise season since 2010.

Fatal Fight; Rollover Crash; Sex Abuse: Santee, SD County Crime Log

A look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

Mother, Children Injured in Rollover Crash In East County

The mother and her children, ages 2 and 6, were transported to a local hospital with unknown injuries.

Ex-Christian Youth Theater Employee Sentenced For Sex Abuse Charge

A former employee of El-Cajon based Christian Youth Theater pleaded guilty to sexually abusing an underage student in the program.

Santee Bed Bath & Beyond Store Shuttering As Part Of Mass Closings

The Santee store is among 56 set for closure by the company, which said it will eventually shutter 150 locations.

Man Sentenced For Fatally Shooting Brother In East County

A man who shot his brother to death at a Lakeside trailer park was sentenced this week to 28 years to life in state prison.

Man Killed, Woman Seriously Injured In East County Crash

The driver lost control of the truck she was driving and crashed into a power pole and a brick wall, according to El Cajon police.

$10K Winning Ticket + Iconic Bottlenose Dolphin: Saturday Smiles

See who won first place at the Malibu Chili Cook Off. Plus, UC San Diego received the largest single gift in the university's history.

Horcrux is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet This Week

She's a big cat.

Most Wanted Fugitive; Sideshow Tricks: Santee, SD County Crime Log

A look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.

Pick Of The Patch: Where To Find A Pumpkin Near Santee

Pumpkin season is almost here. Find out where to get the pick of the patch near Santee.

Santee Home With Swimming Pool, Paid Solar Panels: $899K

The spacious backyard has a covered patio, swimming pool and spa, removable pool fence ​and sun deck.

Hurricane Kay​ Could Bring Showers, Thunderstorms, Winds To Santee

The hurricane will not directly hit San Diego County, but could bring gusty winds, heavy rain and isolated thunderstorms to the region.

Energy Emergency Alert Issued: Santee Residents Urged To Curb Energy

Residents in Santee and across the state are asked to conserve power to avoid rolling blackouts.

Excessive Heat Warning Extended Through Friday For Santee

A record-breaking heat wave continues to bring scorching temperatures to San Diego County.