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AI glasses: another potential power that poses threats to schools
By Alexander J. Schorr Photo: screenshot of Meta’s Ray Ban AI Glasses analysis by Surfshark February 25, 2026 (San Diego) — AI in the United States has the potential for great power and change in the nation. It is very much a new “wild west,” and because there are no significant guardrails, there is great danger from it facing human beings
Public input sought on La Cresta Road safety following head-on fatal collision
By Paul Levikow Photo via San Diego Fire Protection District February 25, 2026 (Crest) – The Crest Dehesa Granite Hills Harbison Canyon Planning Group is seeking public input on the safety of La Cresta Road, following a recent fatal head-on collision in Crest. Josefina Sanchez, 72, was killed by an alleged drunk driver in the crash Feb. 11, 2026 while visiting her son in
Unfounded threat locked down Monte Vista High School
East County News Service February 23, 2026 (Spring Valley) – Shortly before noon today, the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office was made aware of a school threat at Monte Vista High School in Spring Valley. The campus’ School Resource Deputy was contacted by the school’s administration, referencing a threatening phone call they received. The high school was immediately placed on
Unfounded threat locked down Monte Vista High School
East County News Service February 23, 2026 (Spring Valley) – Shortly before noon today, the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office was made aware of a…
Teamsters strike at SDSU impacts traffic on I-8
By Miriam Raftery February 17, 2026 (San Diego) – Teamsters Local 2010 is holding a four-day unfair labor practice strike at 22 California State University…
San Diego State, San Diego Humane Society team up to support furry friends
East County News Service Feb. 15, 2026 (San Diego) — While many people chomped on chocolates and bequeathed bouquets of red roses on Valentine’s Day,…
San Diego State, San Diego Humane Society team up to support furry friends
East County News Service Feb. 15, 2026 (San Diego) — While many people chomped on chocolates and bequeathed bouquets of red roses on Valentine’s Day, a different kind of love was shared at the San Diego Humane Society. On Saturday, more than two dozen student-athletes from San Diego State University channeled their competitive edge and energy into a morning of
Randy Robinson to be honored on Feb. 13
Photo and story by Karen Pearlman Feb. 12, 2026 (El Cajon) — East County’s education and basketball communities are going to gather on Feb. 13…
GUHSD Superintendent backs DA’s appeal against potential release of 2001 Santana shooter
East County News Service February 10, 2026 (Santee) — Grossmont Union High School District Superintendent Dr. Kirsten Vital Brulte has sent a letter to District Attorney Summer Stephan expressing full support for her appeal of the San Diego Superior Court’s decision to grant a recall and resentencing hearing for Charles “Andy” Williams, the perpetrator of the 2001 Santana High School
GUHSD Superintendent backs DA’s appeal against potential release of 2001 Santana shooter
East County News Service February 10, 2026 (Santee) — Grossmont Union High School District Superintendent Dr. Kirsten Vital Brulte has sent a letter to District…
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SDSU, KUMEYAAY COMMUNITY COLLEGE SIGN PARTNERSHIP
The partnership, signed last month, will grant guaranteed transfer eligibility to Kumeyaay Community College students interested in completing four-year degrees at SDSU. By La Monica Everett-Haynes, News at SDSU Photo: Kumeyaay Community College President Stanley Rodriguez and SDSU President Adela de la Torre (center) were joined by campus and tribal leaders during a partnership agreement signing ceremony. (SDSU)
THE LIBRARY’S SUMMER LEARNING CHALLENGE IS BACK
By Gig Conaughton, County of San Diego Communications Office June 4, 2024 (San Diego) — Do you like to read? Do you like to learn? How about, do you like to earn prizes? Well, this summer you can do all three. The County Library Summer Learning Challenge is back! This summer’s “Read, Learn, Create” reading challenge started Saturday
THE LIBRARY’S SUMMER LEARNING CHALLENGE IS BACK
By Gig Conaughton, County of San Diego Communications Office June 4, 2024 (San Diego) — Do you like to read? Do you like to learn? How about, do you like to earn prizes? Well, this summer you can do all three. The County Library Summer Learning Challenge is back! This summer’s “Read, Learn, Create” reading challenge started Saturday
FRIENDS OF EAST COUNTY ARTS PRESENTS SPIRIT OF THE ARTS AWARD TO LOCAL TEACHER
East County News Service Photo, left to right: Rita Vella (FECA president), Heather Hargett, and Dr. Karen Childress-Evans (FECA VP) June 2, 2024 (Spring Valley) — Friends of East County Arts, Inc. (Friends), a respected philanthropic organization that funds visual and performing arts (VAPA) educational programs in East San Diego County, recently celebrated Heather Hargett, music teacher from
FRIENDS OF EAST COUNTY ARTS PRESENTS SPIRIT OF THE ARTS AWARD TO LOCAL TEACHER
East County News Service Photo, left to right: Rita Vella (FECA president), Heather Hargett, and Dr. Karen Childress-Evans (FECA VP) June 2, 2024 (Spring Valley) — Friends of East County Arts, Inc. (Friends), a respected philanthropic organization that funds visual and performing arts (VAPA) educational programs in East San Diego County, recently celebrated Heather Hargett, music teacher from
SCORCHING SCHOOLYARDS: CALIFORNIA GROUPS WANT MORE TREES, LESS ASPHALT AT SCHOOLS
Advocates say California’s public schools lack outdoor shade to protect students from the sun and heat BY ALEJANDRA REYES-VELARDE for Cal Matters CalMatters is a public interest journalism venture committed to explaining how California’s state Capitol works and why it matters May 28, 2024 (Sacramento, CA) — Too few trees at California’s schools mean there’s little protecting students from a warming planet.
SCORCHING SCHOOLYARDS: CALIFORNIA GROUPS WANT MORE TREES, LESS ASPHALT AT SCHOOLS
Advocates say California’s public schools lack outdoor shade to protect students from the sun and heat BY ALEJANDRA REYES-VELARDE for Cal Matters CalMatters is a public interest journalism venture committed to explaining how California’s state Capitol works and why it matters May 28, 2024 (Sacramento, CA) — Too few trees at California’s schools mean there’s little protecting students from a warming planet.
GROSSMONT, CUYAMACA COLLEGES CELEBRATE COMMENCEMENT MAY 29-30
Source: Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District Photos: Zachary Mass and Jessica Bahena, student commencement speakers May 14, 2024 (El Cajon) — Cheers and whoops of joy will mark the commencement ceremonies for Grossmont and Cuyamaca colleges in late May, as students celebrate their determination and perseverance on their path to earning a college diploma. The Cuyamaca College commencement is scheduled for
GROSSMONT, CUYAMACA COLLEGES CELEBRATE COMMENCEMENT MAY 29-30
Source: Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District Photos: Zachary Mass and Jessica Bahena, student commencement speakers May 14, 2024 (El Cajon) — Cheers and whoops of joy will mark the commencement ceremonies for Grossmont and Cuyamaca colleges in late May, as students celebrate their determination and perseverance on their path to earning a college diploma. The Cuyamaca College commencement is scheduled for
GROSSMONT, CUYAMACA COLLEGES CELEBRATE COMMENCEMENT MAY 29-30
Source: Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District Photos: Zachary Mass and Jessica Bahena, student commencement speakers May 14, 2024 (El Cajon) — Cheers and whoops of joy will mark the commencement ceremonies for Grossmont and Cuyamaca colleges in late May, as students celebrate their determination and perseverance on their path to earning a college diploma. The Cuyamaca College commencement is scheduled for
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