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County reports two local cases in statewide Kebab Shop E. Coli outbreak
1+ day, 9+ hour ago (167+ words) By'Fernanda Lopez Halvorson, County of San Diego Communications Office May 23, 2026 (San Diego) " County health officials are urging anyone who has eaten at The Kebab Shop'restaurant chain'between March 27 and April 30, 2026,'and'later became ill'with a stomach illness to get medical care right…...
County unveils $9. 1 B budget plan; public input sessions coming
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (268+ words) May 22, 2026 (San Diego County) " The County of San Diego is holding a virtual meeting and an in-person open house next week so the public will be able to learn about and weigh in on the County's $9. 15 billion recommended budget for…...
Family sues Liberty Military Housing after toddler's fatal fall from an open window in La Mesa
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (460+ words) By Dorian Hargrove, Times of San Diego, a member of the San Diego Online News Association May 22, 2026 (La Mesa) " The family of a 13-month-old boy who died in July 2025 after falling from a second-story living room window at the La…...
Our interview with Marni Von Wilpert, candidate for 48th Congressional District
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (380+ words) Scroll down to read highlights, or click the audio file or video link for the full interview. Q:" Why do you believe you are the strongest candidate to win the general election and square off against a Republican, most likely Supervisor…...
Historic Borrego Sun expands to 24/7 free digital community platform
3+ day, 3+ hour ago (187+ words) May 21, 2026 (Borrego Springs) " The historic'Borrego Sun'is expanding into a continuously updated digital community media platform delivering free online access to local news, weather updates, events, tourism information, community features, social media content, and things to do throughout Borrego Springs and…...
Reader's Editorial: National Military Appreciation Month--an opportunity to advance protections for toxic-exposed veterans
3+ day, 5+ hour ago (658+ words) Reader's Editorial: National Military Appreciation Month'an opportunity to advance protections for toxic-exposed veterans East County Magazine Reader's Editorial: National Military Appreciation Month'an opportunity to advance protections for toxic-exposed veterans May 21, 2026 (San Diego) " Essentially, the ties between San Diego County, California,…...
Cannabis affects childhood brain development, is "real risk" for teens, UCSD finds in long-term study " East County Magazine
4+ day, 35+ min ago (1065+ words) By Thomas Murphy, Times of San Diego, a member of the San Diego Online News Association May 20, 2026 (San Diego) " Experts have warned against childhood cannabis use since before America first said "Just Say No," but its effects on brain development…...
California State Senate unanimously passes Senator Weber Pierson's early math screening bill
4+ day, 39+ min ago (250+ words) AI image via Pixabay May 20, 2026 (San Diego) " The California State Senate has unanimously passed SB 1067, legislation authored by Senator Akilah Weber Pierson, M. D. to strengthen early identification of math learning challenges for students in kindergarten through second grade. SB 1067 aims to…...
Al Awael Brings Authentic Iraqi Cuisine to El Cajon
4+ day, 3+ hour ago (327+ words) Review by Philicia Tonangoye May 16, 2026 (San Diego's East County) "On the corner of Avocado and Chase Ave in El Cajon, Al Awael is a new family-owned Mediterranean restaurant that offers a wide range of flavorful and affordable Middle Eastern food…...
San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector race features four candidates seeking to watchdog public money
4+ day, 3+ hour ago (421+ words) San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector Race Features Four Candidates May 20, 2026 (San Diego County) " The race for San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector in the June 2 primary election is drawing increased attention as candidates debate how best to oversee billions in public…...