Warrant Suspect Arrested After Chase Into River Bottom In Santee

A lieutenant said the man was being sought on a felony warrant for alleged possession of a dagger.

Crash Causes Chemical Spill, Shuts Down Traffic In Santee

Authorities shut down Mission Gorge Road between Cuyamaca Street and Town Center Parkway as Hazmat crews​ worked to clean up the scene.

Rafiki is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet of The Week

He's a friend.

Transient Found Dead In East County

An unidentified transient was found dead by another transient in a dirt field by a homeless encampment near an I-8 off-ramp in El Cajon.

'Christmas Star' Over Santee: Photos Of The Day

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

Man Pleads Not Guilty To East County Murder

Alexander Cesar Nghiem is accused in the Dec. 11 slaying of 29-year-old Escondido resident Di'Marcus Lavonne Mayes.

Fire Damages Unoccupied El Cajon Boulevard Auto Shop

A total of 69 firefighting personnel from La Mesa, El Cajon and Santee responded to the blaze.

Driver Sought After Crashing Stolen SUV Into El Cajon Back Yard

The driver fled after crashing a gray 2006 Nissan Pathfinder Monday at 793 Ellen Lane.

Father Joe's Seeks Matching Donations Through New Year's Eve

The San Diego-based Father Joe's Village takes in over 2,000 people a night, providing a warm bed, a roof, hot meals & health services.

Santee Slammed With Rain, Mountain Snow New Year's Week

A winter storm system made landfall Monday in Santee, bringing chilly temperatures and an extended chance of rain.

Indie is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet of The Week

It's time for a new start.

Christmas Grocery Store Hours For Santee In 2020

Find out where you can pick up those AAA batteries and last-minute Christmas dinner ingredients on Christmas Day in San Diego County.

Trump Pardons Estranged Wife Of Ex San Diego Rep. Duncan Hunter

The pardon of Margaret Hunter comes a day after Trump pardoned her soon-to-be ex-husband, former San Diego-area Rep. Duncan Hunter.

Hantavirus Found In Mouse Captured Along Santee, San Diego Border

Hantavirus can potentially cause deadly infections in people and there is no vaccine or cure.

Power Shutoffs Possible As Fire Weather Hits San Diego Region

A red flag warning was issued across SoCal's inland area. SDG&E has advised there is a potential for public safety power shutoffs.

Trump Pardons Former California Rep. Duncan Hunter

Hunter pleaded guilty last year to using campaign funds for personal expenses. He was weeks away from beginning his prison sentence.

Santee: Happy Holidays!!!

The City of Santee has made a list of all the other COVID-19 safe holiday activities that might be taking place in Santee.

Residential KnoxBoxes Allow SD Firefighters To Get To Residents In Distress

San Diego County Fire is now offering qualifying residents a secure key safe called a KnoxBox.

Orchid is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet of The Week

She lived in a garage.

​Average Gas Price Rises In Santee Area​​

The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in San Diego County rose Thursday after back-to-back decreases.

Brush Fire Prompts Evacuations, Road Closures In Santee

The blaze sparked in vegetation near Cuyamaca Street and Chaparral Drive.

SD County's Best Food And Drink Spots: Businesses Of The Year

See which businesses Patch readers nominated as their favorite places to grab a bite, cup of coffee, glass of wine or beer.

Bicyclist Fatally Struck By Vehicle At Santee Intersection

A bicyclist was killed in a collision with a vehicle near Carlton Oaks Country Club in Santee, authorities said Tuesday.

Bicyclist Killed In Santee Crash

A bicyclist was killed Monday afternoon in a collision with a car near Carlton Oaks Country Club, authorities said.

Officer Dragged By Suspect's SUV, Struck By Another Vehicle

Medics took the El Cajon police officer to a hospital, where he was admitted in critical but stable condition, officials said.

Man Arrested In Las Vegas In Connection With East County Shooting

An 18-year-old man was arrested inside a hotel and casino on the Las Vegas Strip on suspicion of shooting a 16-year-old boy near El Cajon.

Average Santee Area​ Gas Price Drops Slightly

The average price typically drops this time of year due to the switch to winter blend gasoline and demand at its lowest level of the year.

Deputies Conduct Drunk Decoy Operation In Santee, Lakeside

Plain-clothes deputies entered liquor stores in the two cities and acted intoxicated Saturday, attempting to buy alcohol.

Santee Notice Of Funding Availability - CDBG

The City of Santee is requesting proposals for the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding during Program Year 2021

Xenon is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet of The Week

She's very shy.

5 Ways To Stop Porch Pirates In Santee

Package thefts are a growing problem as online shopping explodes. Officials offer some tips to thwart porch pirates.

Permit OK'd For Planned Charter High School In East County

Liberty Charter High School will serve 450 students in grades nine through 12, and employ 33 faculty members.

Santee Man Pleads Not Guilty To Murder In Infant Daughter's Death

Daniel Charles Marshall, 34, was arrested and charged last week in connection with the April 25 death of 7-month-old Hailey Marshall.

Geminids, Best 2020 Meteor Show: How To See Fireballs In Santee

Get far away from the city lights in Santee and take in the always-reliable Geminid meteor shower, known for its colorful fireballs.

Santee Under Red Flag Warning Due To Strong Santa Ana Winds

Santa Ana winds and low humidity raised the risk of wildfires, and some utility customers had their power shut off as a precaution.

Santa Ana Winds Raise Wildfire Risk Again In Santee

SDG&E warned that 50,483 customers in eastern San Diego County could face public safety power shutoffs due to the weather conditions.

El Cajon Brush Fire Closes Stretch Of Eastbound I-8 Lanes

A smokey vegetation fire broke out on the right shoulder of I-8 Saturday morning and had closed eastbound lanes near Los Coches Road.

Santee Man Charged With Murder Of His Infant Daughter

Daniel Charles Marshall, 35, was arrested in connection with the April 22 death of the 7-month-old girl, according to sheriff's officials.

USPS Operation Santa: How To Mail A Letter In Santee

Some kids could go without gifts this Christmas. The Postal Service's Operation Santa program wants your help keeping Santa's magic alive.

Isabelle is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet of The Week

She lost her family.