Desmond, Von Wilpert poised to runoff in battle for the 48th Congressional District 9
By Henri Migala June 2, 2026 (San Diego) — Early primary returns for California’s 48th Congressional District show Republican frontrunner Jim Desmond taking a significant early lead, with a crowded field of Democrats battling for a crucial second-place spot to advance to November. His likely opponent in the run-off is San Diego City Councilmember Marni Von Wilpert, a Democrat, who has opened a substantial lead over fellow Democrat Ammar Campa-Najjar, a Naval reserve officer and educator who formerly worked in the Obama administration’s Labor Department. Printer-friendly version
9 viewsCohen, Nakawatase appear headed for run-off in County Treasurer/Tax Collector race 11
By Miriam Raftery June 2, 2026 (San Diego) — If San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson had won a bid for County Treasurer/Tax Collector, it would have created a vacancy on the County Board of Supervisors. But Anderson is currently in third place with 16.01 percent of the vote, trailing well behind Democrat Larry Cohen, who has 45.79 percent, and Shirley Nakawatase with 34.72 percent. Victor Roy has just 3.11 percent, with 22.8 percent of votes counted. Both Nakawatase and Anderson are Republicans. But despite Anderson’s finance degree and decades of public service as a state legislator, Padre Dam Municipal Water Board District member and Supervisor, the county Republican Party endorsed Nakawatase, a certified public accountant with no governing experience but decades of tax preparation. Printer-friendly version
11 viewsHilton, Becerra secure strong leads in Governor’s race 12
By Karen Pearlman June 2, 2026 (San Diego) — With the polls closed for just over an hour in the California primary, early returns are painting the picture of a highly competitive, three-way shootout to succeed outgoing Gov. Gavin Newsom. Because of California’s nonpartisan voting system, the entire 61-candidate field has been a scramble. Only the top two vote-getters, regardless of party affiliation, will be on the November ballot. With approximately 51.8 percent of the expected statewide vote processed, the race is a razor-thin affair at the top, driven by heavy vote-by-mail numbers and early dynamic shifts in key battlegrounds like San Diego County. As it stands, Republican Steve Hilton, a conservative political commentator, holds a narrow lead with 26.6 percent over a surging Democratic establishment favorite, former U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, who has 25.9 percent. Printer-friendly version
12 viewsEvacuation warnings issued as Border 6 Fire spreads rapidly 22
Update 10 p.m. — Red Cross is opening an overnight shelter for Border 6 Fire evacuees at the County of San Diego’s Spring Valley Community Center at 8735 Jamacha Blvd, Spring Valley,. Pets are welcome and will be supported. The Temporary Evacuation Point located at Regal Edwards Cinema parking lot is closed. East County Wildfire & Emergency Alert Service June 1, 2026 5:45 p.m. (Dulzura) — Evacuation warnings have been issued for Zones SDC-2544, SDC-2545, SDC-2605, SDC-2643, SDC-2644, & SDC-2645 due to the fast-growing #Border6Fire. View zones on the Genasys Evacuation Map or at https://protect.genasys.com/location?z=12.10857788093667&latlon=32.60096898795872%2C-116.725705114027 . Prepare to evacuate. People who need extra time or with animals should evacuate now to Steele Canyon High School. If you feel you are in danger, go, says San Diego County Sheriff on X. Printer-friendly version
22 viewsFast-moving Border 6 Fire crosses into U.S. 34
Updated 4:20 p.m. with latest acreage and details. East County Wildfire and Emergency Alert Service June 2, 2026 (Dulzura) — A wildfire called the #Border6Fire that began yesterday in Mexico has crossed the border into the United States. According to Cal Fire, it has now burned 200 acres on the U.S. side of the border in the vicinity of Marron Valley between Dulzura and Barrett Junction, with zero percent containment. The fire has also burned over 400 acres in Mexico. Printer-friendly version
34 viewsSeven local novelists to read from their books on July 11 17
East County News Service June 2, 2026 (San Diego County) — Crime fiction fans and those who love thriller-style tomes should book it over to the historic Kensington Club next month for the second installment of Noir at the Bar. The event will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Saturday, July 11 at the club at 4079 Adams Ave. The event will feature seven acclaimed authors reading excerpts from their latest works. Printer-friendly version
17 viewsGrossmont Union High School District to graduate 4,725 students in June 53
East County News Service June 1, 2026 (El Cajon) – This week, 4,725 students will graduate from the Grossmont Union High School District. The matriculating students will be earning their high school diplomas on Wednesday, June 3 and Thursday, June 4, from the district’s nine comprehensive high schools, two independent charter schools, one middle college high school, one Project Based Learning school of choice and two special education academies. Printer-friendly version
53 viewsPassages: Maggie Eggers, La Mesa Chamber of Commerce Chairman, 69 37
By Karen Pearlman June 1, 2026 (La Mesa) – East County has lost a big part of its community vibe with the passing of Margaret (Maggie) Eggers. A devoted wife, stepmother, sister, aunt, colleague and friend who placed family and community at the center of her life, Eggers passed away on May 28, 2026, with her husband Robert (Bob) by her side. Maggie Eggers shared 44 years of marriage with Bob, a partnership defined by deep friendship, loyalty and love, friends say. Printer-friendly version
37 viewsMissing in Paris: Recipe for Murder (Kat Velvet Twist & Turn Thrillers Book 4) 19
Novel by Emmeline August Reviewed by Pennell Paugh June 1, 2026 (San Diego) — San Diego mystery writer Emmeline August has written a fourth mystery. This time, the story is centered in Paris. Cookbook author Katri Velvet goes to France to take a pastry class. She arrives to a world of murder and mystery that surrounds the kitchens of master chef, L’ecole Max. Kat befriends another student in her twenties, Geesen. Printer-friendly version
19 viewsTecate Horse Rescue saves animals from slaughterhouses 67
Photo courtesy D.J. Osborne By Jan Hedlun and D.J. Osborne June 1, 2026 (Tecate) — Tucked in the Eastern shadow of Tecate Peak (Mount Kuchama) on the border between the United States and Mexico, is the 99.8 acre Tecate Horse Rescue founded by D.J. and Mike Osborne, along with DJ’s Mom, Jean Becker. The property was originally purchased in 2017 to build a home for themselves, family, and their own four horses. This changed in 2022 when Jean Becker contacted her daughter D.J. about a two-year-old filly 45 minutes away from heading to a Mexican slaughterhouse. They purchased the filly and brought her to the Tecate property and the Tecate Horse Rescue was born. Printer-friendly version
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