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SANTANA SHOOTER HAS FIRST PAROLE HEARING TUESDAY
Update September 11, 2024 — Parole has been denied for Williams. At yesterday’s hearing, Board of Parole Hearings Commissioner Kevin Chappell stated that Williams still poses a threat to public safety, telling Williams ““By your testimony today, it is really unclear if you understand why you committed this horrendous act of violence.” Testimony was overwhelmingly against Williams’ release, the San
MIGRANTS APPROACHED SCHOOL BUSES IN DULZURA, BUT DID NOT TRY TO BOARD, SHERIFF SAYS
By Miriam Raftery September 2, 2024 (Dulzura) – Migrants have twice approached school buses in the Jamul-Dulzura Union School District, sparking concerns among some parents. However Superintendent Liz Bystedt, in a letter to families, says the Sheriff’s office has spoken with several witnesses and found no crime occurred. Based on witness statements, the Superintendent’s letter states, “It appears that while
MIGRANTS APPROACHED SCHOOL BUSES IN DULZURA, BUT DID NOT TRY TO BOARD, SHERIFF SAYS
By Miriam Raftery September 2, 2024 (Dulzura) – Migrants have twice approached school buses in the Jamul-Dulzura Union School District, sparking concerns among some parents. However Superintendent Liz Bystedt, in a letter to families, says the Sheriff’s office has spoken with several witnesses and found no crime occurred. Based on witness statements, the Superintendent’s letter states, “It appears that while
GRAND OPENING OF CAL COAST CREDIT UNION STUDENT FINANCIAL CENTER AT SDSU
East County News Service August 28, 2024 (San Diego) — San Diego State University and California Coast Credit Union leaders held a ribbon cutting ceremony on August 21 commemorating the grand opening of the new Cal Coast Credit Union Student Financial Center. In 2023, California Coast Credit Union pledged $3 million to establish a financial center that would help students
GRAND OPENING OF CAL COAST CREDIT UNION STUDENT FINANCIAL CENTER AT SDSU
East County News Service August 28, 2024 (San Diego) — San Diego State University and California Coast Credit Union leaders held a ribbon cutting ceremony on August 21 commemorating the grand opening of the new Cal Coast Credit Union Student Financial Center. In 2023, California Coast Credit Union pledged $3 million to establish a financial center that would help students
LEMON GROVE LIONS CLUB UNITES TO ASSURE STUDENT SUCCESS
Source: Lemon Grove Lions Club August 18, 2024 (Lemon Grove) — In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Lemon Grove Improvement Council, Lemon Grove Lions Club and the Lemon Grove Forward Club joined forces for a special mission: stuffing school supplies into backpacks for local students. With the new school year just around the corner, the importance of preparation
LEMON GROVE LIONS CLUB UNITES TO ASSURE STUDENT SUCCESS
Source: Lemon Grove Lions Club August 18, 2024 (Lemon Grove) — In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Lemon Grove Improvement Council, Lemon Grove Lions Club and the Lemon Grove Forward Club joined forces for a special mission: stuffing school supplies into backpacks for local students. With the new school year just around the corner, the importance of preparation
LEMON GROVE LIONS CLUB UNITES TO ASSURE STUDENT SUCCESS
Source: Lemon Grove Lions Club August 18, 2024 (Lemon Grove) — In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Lemon Grove Improvement Council, Lemon Grove Lions Club and the Lemon Grove Forward Club joined forces for a special mission: stuffing school supplies into backpacks for local students. With the new school year just around the corner, the importance of preparation
NEWSOM SET AN AMBITIOUS GOAL TO LAUNCH 500,000 CALIFORNIANS INTO NEW CAREERS. MANY ARE FIREFIGHTERS
Photo: A car burns during a training session as an apprentice lays out a fire hose at the Los Angeles County Fire Department East County Training Center, in Pomona, on July 8, 2024. Photo by Jules Hotz for CalMatters In his 2018 campaign, Gov. Gavin Newsom said he would create 500,000 new apprenticeships in the decade after taking office. So
NEWSOM SET AN AMBITIOUS GOAL TO LAUNCH 500,000 CALIFORNIANS INTO NEW CAREERS. MANY ARE FIREFIGHTERS
Photo: A car burns during a training session as an apprentice lays out a fire hose at the Los Angeles County Fire Department East County Training Center, in Pomona, on July 8, 2024. Photo by Jules Hotz for CalMatters In his 2018 campaign, Gov. Gavin Newsom said he would create 500,000 new apprenticeships in the decade after taking office. So
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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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