County COVID-19 cases rise to 849, five more die from the illness
REGION — San Diego County health officials announced Wednesday five COVID-19 deaths — the deadliest day locally since the global pandemic began — and 115...
Politics & Government
DOJ slates coronavirus-related grants for San Diego-area municipalities
REGION — The Department of Justice announced today that it is making available grants totaling about $2.38 million to San Diego-area municipalities to help respond...
Report: 350K county jobs at risk of layoffs, reduced hours
REGION — Around 350,000 San Diego County workers are at high risk of layoffs and reduced hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with the economic...
Oceanside responds to coronavirus pandemic
OCEANSIDE — Like other cities in the region, the city of Oceanside is taking the steps it needs to deal with the current coronavirus pandemic....
Rep. Mike Levin talks best practices, economic stimulus at virtual town hall
REGION — Washing hands thoroughly, avoiding touching frequently used surfaces, disinfecting the home and practicing social distancing are going to be actions everyone needs to...
Del Mar, Solana Beach declare local emergencies, look to help struggling businesses
REGION – The cities of Del Mar and Solana Beach have both declared local emergencies in light of the spread of COVID-19, taking steps to...
Carlsbad, Vista both declare local health emergencies due to coronavirus
EDITOR’S NOTE: For information on the City of Vista’s emergency declaration, please see further down the page. CARLSBAD — The city has declared a local...
Duncan Hunter sentenced to 11 months in federal prison
By Jason Kuroso REGION — Former Rep. Duncan Hunter was sentenced to 11 months in federal prison today for misusing campaign funds to support years...
Officials limit restaurants, close bars as COVID-19 cases rise
REGION — New public health orders took effect today in San Diego County including a ban on gatherings larger than 50 people, the closure of...
Coronavirus Community Fund launches with $1.3M to help San Diegans
REGION — San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher, in partnership with the San Diego Foundation, United Way of San Diego and other major regional players,...
