City News Service

On Monday, four San Diego County residents accused of bilking state child care benefits programs out of millions, were arraigned in federal court.

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to move forward with a special election on Aug. 15.

Air pollution has longed been linked to poor health outcomes, but in a report released on Monday from a team of researchers led by scientists at UC San Diego, it was also said to create a significantly greater risk of dementia.

Forecasters are predicting widespread rain over San Diego County Tuesday, the National Weather Service said. The remainder of the week should see more periods of rain and much cooler conditions.

San Diego Community College District Chancellor Carlos Cortez has resigned in order to care for his parents, who are experiencing health issues.

According to court documents, Josiah Hueso flew to Washington D.C. on Jan. 5, 2021 and marched with others to the Capitol. Prosecutors say he entered the building through a fire door and went into the office of the Senate Parliamentarian.

Earlier this month, supervisors unanimously voted to oppose any further placements of sexually violent predators until local jurisdictions are able to fully participate in the placement process, including having full veto authority.