City News Service

The land, which is in escrow but expected to close within 30 days, will be added to the city's Multiple Species Conservation Program with the intent of protecting threatened and endangered species.

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted 4-0 Tuesday to delay selection of a new chair, vice chair and pro tem until April 22, after the primary election to choose a new District 1 supervisor.

The San Diego City Council Monday voted to double the city's parking meter rates in an effort to address a looming $252.2 million deficit.

Voters in San Diego County's First Supervisorial District will receive postcards this week listing voting options for the April 8 special primary election to replace Supervisor Nora Vargas, it was announced Monday.

The following beaches remained under advisory Monday: Harbor Beach, San Diego River Outlet Dog Beach and La Jolla Children's Pool.

A winter weather advisory will remain in effect until at least 4 p.m. Monday.

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.