Premont will lead teams across several county departments — including public health, public works, environmental health & quality, emergency services, county counsel and county communications.
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Ultra-endurance swimmer Catherine Breed has been raising awareness about ocean conservation as she becomes the first person to swim the entire California coast. -
The Henderson Fire has blackened scores of acres on the grounds of Camp Pendleton Thursday, threatening structures and prompting evacuations on the military base near Oceanside. -
The San Diego City Attorney's Office is suing the owners of a downtown building that has allegedly been vacant for seven years, during which time multiple fires have erupted on the premises and an unpermitted parking business allegedly continues to operate on lots surrounding the property. -
California is bracing for fire weather, with thousands potentially losing power as utilities aim to prevent wildfires during hot and windy conditions -
Temperatures will rise and high winds will hit San Diego County starting Thursday, prompting county officials to urge caution and preparation. -
An audit found 57 California dams in poor or unsatisfactory condition, and the 40 riskiest sit near big coastal cities. The state has had the power to penalize negligent owners since 2017 but has never done so, and repairs could cost $28 billion. -
Trump administration sues California to block state from counting alleged noncitizen mail-in ballotsThe Trump administration has sued California election officials. The lawsuit filed Thursday asks a judge to bar the state from counting mail-in ballots for next month’s midterm elections from people the federal government has identified as “likely” noncitizens until their status can be confirmed. -
San Diego City Councilmember Stephen Whitburn on Tuesday called for the city to remove its Flock cameras, saying they are causing too much fear in local communities. -
California State University, San Marcos has strengthened safety and security measures in recent weeks. Some students see it as a substantial change; others say it’s not enough. -
Health officials urge residents to get vaccinated as flu activity rises weeks earlier than usual.
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