THE SAN DIEGO UNION-TRIBUNE ARCHIVE
This downtown preschool has ordinary activities and extra-ordinary students
More than 100 acres on fire by Otay Mesa amid sweltering heat
‘Fentanyl steals families:’ A new billboard shows just some of the hundreds of San Diegans lost to opioids
The U.S. Supreme Court could soon say when cities can clear homeless encampments. San Diego’s paying attention.
Lawsuit says homeless people’s belongings are being illegally trashed in East County
National City is about to open its first shelter, a big expansion of homelessness services in South County
Pregnant woman stabbed repeatedly and for no apparent reason near Mira Mesa ATM
San Diego finally agreed to set aside money for 2 new homelessness projects. What happens now?
San Diego is a top spot for border crossings. How many people arrive only to become homeless?
Gloria makes final push for new shelter funding amid shouting protesters and questions from council members
San Diego will again try to close the Golden Hall homeless shelter downtown
San Diego County to open new affordable housing for older adults amid overwhelming demand
Why won’t San Diego publicly share detailed data about who’s enrolled in homelessness programs?
San Diego leaders respond to ‘promising’ and ‘troubling’ report showing a continued rise in homelessness
Homelessness is up throughout San Diego County, but not by as much as you might think
Still no vote scheduled for the mayor’s plan to turn an empty warehouse into a large homeless shelter
‘She made certain that her city had the very best’: Hundreds mourn Joan Jacobs in a park bearing her name
Months after flooding caused a last-minute evacuation, residents move back to downtown homeless shelter
San Diego council members skeptical of new shelters amid possible cuts to existing homelessness programs
A study praised efforts helping people pay rent. Researchers have questions about other homelessness spending.
They shared their experience with mental illness in last year’s 72 Hours project. Here’s how 3 are doing.
Each of these elected leaders has been homeless. Their experiences led to a range of conclusions.
If the warehouse shelter doesn’t happen, the San Diego Housing Commission would like some money back
New task force targets crime in homeless encampments. Four have been convicted so far.
San Diego directs more money to its first safe sleeping site, though few have found permanent housing
Homelessness in San Diego County has now risen every month for 2 straight years
A top San Diego official largely wants government out of homeless services. Here’s what he hopes comes next.
San Diego’s VA hopes to house 851 homeless veterans this year. Data show they’re moving in the right direction.
Critics of a proposed homeless shelter by the airport are laying the groundwork for a legal challenge
San Diego County advances plans for sleeping cabins, safe parking for homeless residents
San Diego County may be on the hook for $24 million (or more) after feds cap COVID emergency housing help
A homelessness nonprofit believes it could be kicked out of Escondido. The mayor says it’s exaggerating.
Dozens of new shelter beds open in North County as leaders look to clear sidewalks
Nearly a dozen injured after falling from border wall, officials say
Housing First? Escondido instead to try a ‘Public Safety First’ approach to homelessness
‘It doesn’t feel like home anymore’: Two dead after shooting at Grantville complex filled with SDSU students
Few homeless people have been detained under San Diego’s camping ban. The number prosecuted is even lower.
Don’t have a place to put debris from January’s flood? San Diego has a number to call.
Federal officials tour flood damage as San Diego asks for aid
Inside San Diego’s first musical about homelessness made by people who’ve long lived outside
San Diego County eyes where to put homeless shelters as some residents express concern
Some lawmakers want to take San Diego’s homeless camping ban statewide
Leaders decry the ‘neglect’ that led to San Diego floods at Black History Month breakfast
The health investigation is over at a homeless campsite. It still isn’t clear what made people sick.
After surveying San Diego homelessness, a United Nations expert left comforted and troubled
Hundreds of homeless people live by the San Diego River. Do they know about the coming storm?
After a storm battered the region’s homeless, hundreds spread out to see who’s still on the streets
San Diego’s old central library reopens as a homeless shelter for the next several months
No new illnesses at homeless campsite amid ongoing investigation, officials say
Two homeless shelters were evacuated amid San Diego’s historic storm. Only one may fill back up.
Downtown San Diego homeless shelter devastated by flooding
With Peter Seidler gone, will other San Diego donors turn toward homelessness?
Downtown homelessness? It keeps going down. Countywide? Not so much.
Volunteers still needed to tally the region’s homeless population later this month
Homelessness is up along the riverbed since San Diego passed its camping ban
San Diego has boosted protections for renters. It’s not enough, report says.
Together in San Diego, Bill and Hillary Clinton talk Gaza, Trump and everything else
After the pandemic, fewer churches are able to house homeless people on winter nights
As nights get colder, risks grow for people sleeping outside
When a housing voucher runs out, tough choices remain for people on the verge of homelessness
More homeless people are asking for shelter amid San Diego’s camping ban. Many don’t get a bed.
‘Electronic warfare,’ buried treasure and homelessness: One San Diego writer’s best story may be his own
Another downtown encampment is cleared as homelessness countywide keeps rising
An empty lot by the airport could be San Diego’s biggest homeless shelter. It’s already hosting a big debate
Members of Congress push San Diego VA to give more housing vouchers to homeless veterans
The homeless population downtown just hit a two-year low. The result is a mixed bag.
County workers will again be able to survey the local homeless population while on the clock
San Diego police will now only say who they arrest going back 30 days. Older names can be out of bounds.
County employees may be able to help tally the homeless population on the clock amid sobering new numbers
That crew clearing flammable plants from your neighborhood? Some may be homeless.
After budget woes, North County homelessness nonprofit lands $5 million from Amazon founder
‘A roof for every youth:’ Rallies raise the alarm about young people living on San Diego streets
This will be the third year in a row more than 500 homeless people have died in San Diego County
A chance meeting led to a healing meal for one school at the center of the homelessness crisis
San Diego County gets housing vouchers just for homeless veterans. Hundreds aren’t being used.
San Diego County moves to find homes for 100 people in rehab, review all homelessness contracts
San Diego County is looking for places to put small cabins ahead of a possible new homeless camping ban
One San Diego business group changed its work because of homelessness. A similar shift can be seen nationwide.
One homeless couple is so close to housing. They just need to be found.
Homelessness can be solved, leaders say. It’s just going to require massive funds from the feds.
San Diego County advances its own camping ban, although final passage isn’t assured
Move-ins are underway at newest safe sleeping site as San Diego enforces homeless camping ban
‘I’m living in a nightmare’: San Diegans fear for loved ones in Israel and Gaza
San Diegans mourn the hundreds of homeless people who died last year on local streets
Two hotels became homeless shelters. Calls to police ... dropped?
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Another camp site for homeless people is nearing completion. Two other shelter proposals just hit roadblocks.
Some just lost a home. Others are about to. Can more aid to both groups slow the homelessness crisis?
An app to track available shelter beds in San Diego County should be ready by the end of the year
Homelessness is still increasing. Older adults who can’t make rent are one reason why.
Forced mental health care saved one man’s life. Another felt traumatized. This is the complexity of treatment.
An Oregon city wants the U.S. Supreme Court to approve its camping ban. San Diego’s on board.
San Diego’s camping ban enforcement so far: dozens of warnings, 5 tickets and zero arrests
After Escondido pulls funding from local shelter, nonprofit plans to move homeless people to another facility
Taxpayer group wants more transparency from homelessness task force. How much data should be public?
San Diego’s camping ban may push homeless people to the riverbed, where encampments have been rising
Police searching for man who allegedly stabbed Vietnam veteran on morning jog
Santee Drive-In will close in January amid high costs, dwindling audience, owner and developer say
Has El Cajon’s new oversight of county vouchers caused fewer homeless people to rent rooms? Not yet.
Flooded tents and a high-water rescue: San Diego’s homeless recount trauma of Hilary
‘We’re there to polish off the badge’: George Floyd murder prosecutor speaks at Festival of Books
The new monthly homelessness report again shows a crisis growing faster than it can be contained
Have an opinion about how homeless shelters should be evaluated? This group wants to hear from you.
‘The sun is intense out here’: San Diego’s heat wave is falling especially hard on homeless people
La Mesa rejects digital billboards in surprise vote
Change cities? Enter rehab? San Diego’s new homeless camping ban leaves many facing tough decisions
After nearly 30 years, one San Diego neighborhood finally has land for a new library. Now comes a tricky part.
‘Where did they go?’ San Diego now enforcing homeless camping ban
Police are about to enforce San Diego’s new homeless camping ban. Nobody’s quite sure what will happen next.
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El Cajon pulls funding from homelessness task force amid rift over how to fix a deepening crisis
Deadline extended for public to weigh in on proposed East County sand mine amid furious pushback
Shake hands. Sell books. Avoid shark. What one Comic-Con day looks like for an up-and-coming creator
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La Mesa objects to proposed parole office near several schools
Lemon Grove declares crisis over lack of local shelters amid sharp rise in people on the street
They’ve worked on every animated movie you’ve ever seen. Each came from San Diego.
How a $200 bet on comics gave a father and son careers in politics and film
He created one of the greatest graphic novels ever. Where do you go from there?
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El Cajon trolley stations have no easily accessible bathrooms. Should that change?
A sales tax proposal may again head to Lemon Grove voters. Will this time be different?
Contract negotiations underway at Sharp Grossmont after union election is finally certified
La Mesa will likely require guns to be locked up when owners are away, reversing earlier decision
A Navy captain was fired after speaking up about COVID. He’s ready to talk.
Pride march headed for Santee in the wake of YMCA protests over transgender rights
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Kids hope to do one last musical on this East County stage. The owners want them out.
No, the Santee Drive-In hasn’t sold. But it’s moving in that direction.
The new standard for El Cajon hotels: one 911 call per room, per year. Or else.
County leaders ask for new SANDAG member to speak for unincorporated communities
Santee lifts tattoo shop ban to let salons offer semi-permanent eyebrows
The colors of the rainbow or a Thin Blue Line: La Mesa again debates what symbols to fly outside city hall
After a girl is shot, El Cajon increases oversight on a motel. The business thinks there’s more to the story
It’s ‘not glamorous,’ but El Cajon is leaning toward using its surplus to pay down pension debts
‘Very stunning:’ Santee almost done designing new $21 million community center
El Cajon is about to have far more control over homeless voucher programs
La Mesa rejects 950-unit apartment complex amid affordable housing concerns
Longstanding ban on tattoo shops in Santee likely to be lifted
Judge extends restraining order against Lemon Grove council member amid multiple misconduct accusations
Supermarkets, restaurants and other Lemon Grove businesses to see big changes in sewer bills
El Cajon demands changes at 2nd motel tied to county voucher program, part of wider crackdown
Lemon Grove advances 2 new cannabis dispensaries. Here are the details.
Lemon Grove mayor’s allegation of bribe now part of a criminal investigation, attorney says
Santee YMCA about to reopen redesigned locker rooms after outcry over transgender policy
Supervisor Joel Anderson backs off on tiny home proposal for the homeless in Santee after outcry
El Cajon moves to increase oversight over homeless voucher programs, sidestepping lawsuit threat
An unlikely journey from the Eastern European independence movement to fighting East County fires
Amid bribe accusation, Lemon Grove denies permit extension for proposed marijuana dispensary
More health care workers vote to join union as Sharp Grossmont presses campaign complaint
El Cajon demands motel add more security after sex offender arrests
Lemon Grove advances overhaul of how sewer bills are calculated for some businesses
Day 3: ‘You might feel hopeless, but there are no hopeless cases.’
Day 2: ‘People who have mental illness are shunned a lot, and I’m one of them.’
Day 1: ‘I thought she was going to kill me.’
72 hours: Inside San Diego County’s mental health crisis
Santee to begin issuing citations mid-May to those starting fires by the river in an effort to reduce encampments
El Cajon will likely ask voters to keep, not increase, sales tax after last measure failed
New hearing scheduled for restraining order against Lemon Grove council member
La Mesa is overhauling its permit process after a review found the city lags behind others
La Mesa explores digital billboards, sparking debate underway in other parts of the county
El Cajon advances proposals to ramp up fight with county over homeless programs
San Diego police clear downtown homeless encampments as city prepares for Padres opening day
Santee eyes spending surge for fire department after report says some response times are too long
‘I am completely done’: El Cajon may crack down on motels after two sex offenders are arrested
La Mesa moves to tighten oversight on tobacco sellers over underage smoking concerns
Nurses will follow up with people discharged from hospitals to rural areas in effort to reduce readmissions
Jury: Former Lemon Grove council member acted in self-defense during fight with local businessman
Medical emergencies are up in Lemon Grove but crime is down, officials say
Lemon Grove to install all-way stop outside elementary school amid speeding concerns
El Cajon Mayor Bill Wells announces bid for Congress, setting up fight with incumbent Sara Jacobs
Lemon Grove council member gets restraining order against controversial colleague, deepening tensions
Santee YMCA’s upcoming no nudity policy part of broader trend toward privacy, leaders say
County officials may build small houses for the homeless in Santee. Local leaders are not on board.
Lemon Grove considering sewer bill overhaul, potentially bringing big changes to how businesses are charged
Santee YMCA controversy shows deep divisions among Christians over transgender rights, part of long debate
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Cops willing to jump to El Cajon will get a significantly larger bonus, part of a broader effort to expand law enforcement
Free Narcan distribution underway in East County to reverse opioid overdoses
Santee YMCA to limit public nudity in locker rooms amid fallout over rules for transgender people
El Cajon hopes its 911 overhaul will reduce ambulance trips and ER wait times. What are those numbers now?
Health care workers at East County’s only hospital vote to unionize
‘We will not go back:’ Black leaders urge students to be transformative leaders amid success, tragedy
El Cajon launches first-in-the-region overhaul of 911 program to direct less-serious calls to nurses
Health care workers at East County’s only hospital may unionize amid concerns over staffing, pay
Transgender woman defended at Santee council meeting 2 weeks after girl said she felt unsafe in locker room
Protesters gather again outside Santee YMCA over locker room access for transgender residents
Transgender woman at Santee’s YMCA says she was ‘thunderstruck’ by outcry over locker room use
Santee YMCA targeted by opponents of transgender rights
Santee YMCA closing early because of protests as teen’s fears over transgender policy gets national attention
El Cajon to launch program directing less serious 911 calls to nurses at the end of January
Santee to penalize anyone starting fires by riverbed in an effort to remove the homeless from parts of the city
La Mesa gives final approval to downtown apartment complex where historic building burned during protests
Santee’s fire chief stepping down after decades fighting blazes large and small
Crowd rallies downtown against abortion in vastly different political landscape
S.D. County residents have unequal access to public meetings. How easy should it be to tune in?
A grant aims to get more meals to East County kids. Officials hope their plan can one day help other cities
East County’s only hospital is powered by an off-the-grid machine that’s cutting costs and emissions, report says
El Cajon continues to push Kaiser to build long-promised hospital on the city’s ‘largest and last’ vacant lot
From local blazes to 9/11, an East County fire chief reflects on decades spent fighting crises nationwide
Lemon Grove again keeps leadership role from controversial council member, but tensions have softened
Court fight averted: San Diego makes a deal with East County water project over contested pump station
More than a dozen businesses launching in La Mesa under new program funded by federal relief money
El Cajon looks to increase penalties on motels constantly calling the cops amid homeless voucher concerns
Lemon Grove moves to reduce speeding near elementary school after parents raise concerns
Streets, homelessness and more streets: Lemon Grove weighs priorities for spending federal relief funds
Wells cruises to victory in El Cajon, but without a tax bump that could have hired more cops
Snow, Mendoza triumph in Lemon Grove City Council race
Lothian squeaks to victory in razor-thin La Mesa race, keeping a Republican voice on a liberal council
Two longtime East County leaders are stepping down. They have some advice for their successors.
Lemon Grove now offering buy-one-get-one-free gift cards to encourage local shopping
El Cajon says homeless vouchers increased crime. What do the numbers say?
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La Mesa won’t change how residents are notified about new development after some objected to apartments
After a death and many close finishes, one Thanksgiving runner just hopes she can get to the end
Who is Randy Voepel, the East County politician whose grandson is accused of LGBTQ club killings?
Santee to review cannabis applications using merit system, not lottery, although some leaders want to go slow
La Mesa won’t know who won City Council race until December, as 2 candidates remain neck and neck
Just 19 votes separate candidates in La Mesa council race. Each offers the city a very different vision
After delay, Lemon Grove council member files required financial disclosure
Lemon Grove is getting a new council member. Will that improve the city’s tense public meetings?
Many El Cajon voters disagreed that higher taxes were needed. Where does the city go from here?
Mark Arapostathis takes early lead in La Mesa mayor’s race; Laura Lothian out front for council seat
Jennifer Mendoza, Alysson Snow looking strong in crowded Lemon Grove council race
Bill Wells ahead in El Cajon mayor’s race, but voters appear skeptical of raising taxes
Shop local: Lemon Grove puts new twist on old adage with gift card program
La Mesa City Council candidates disagree on how to respond to climate change, homelessness
Mother Goose Parade canceled, another setback for long-running El Cajon event
Santee gives final approval to new zoning rules that could allow thousands more homes
San Diego nears new deal with East County water project to avoid court fight over pump station
Lemon Grove officials say a council member bullied employees. But the city is keeping alleged evidence secret
Former colleagues face off to lead La Mesa in the first mayoral race since the 2020 protests
La Mesa voters have 2 options for treasurer to oversee millions-worth of investments
El Cajon voters must decide whether to raise taxes. Candidates for mayor disagree if it’s necessary
Santee’s 3,000-home Fanita Ranch project faces new lawsuit
Lemon Grove election could shake up council plagued by infighting
La Mesa delays decision on new apartments where historic building burned during protests
Santee moves to allow thousands more homes throughout the city
Lemon Grove approves new street survey as parents highlight unsafe drivers by elementary school
El Cajon may change rules for hotels with homeless after lawsuit threat. Mayor: city won’t become ‘homeless dumping ground’
CA justice department threatens El Cajon over plan to fine hotels housing the homeless, city backs down
A local newspaper ends a decades-long run, thinning community news
El Cajon scrambles for a financial audit to reassure voters ahead of sales tax vote
Santee once again approves 3,000-home Fanita Ranch development, circumventing voters
‘It puts us in a predicament:’ New East County water chief reflects on his biggest challenges
Fire, a shoplifter and the constant threat of violence: One day with an El Cajon cop
Lemon Grove renews push to open school fields to public on weekends
El Cajon moves to raise its sales tax, but voters will have their say in November
Santee gives final approval to cannabis shops over residents’ objections
Santee residents can allow deputies to monitor private cameras under new program
Santee gives initial approval to legalizing cannabis, reversing years of opposition
Lemon Grove residents often complain about roads. Here are 2 things the city’s doing
Hundreds connected to housing in El Cajon in recent years, homeless report says
No payouts so far to people who said they were hurt by Lemon Grove employees, records show
Amid the Comic-Con crowds, one group of teen artists looked for validation — and found it
Lemon Grove moves to expand access to recreation center, a decade after department shuttered
It’s not just books: Comics grapple with bans amid growing culture wars
Lemon Grove mayor tries to eject council member, backs down after standoff
San Diego comic book shops have been through the wringer. Can Comic-Con come to the rescue?
El Cajon advances first-in-the-region program to divert less serious 911 calls to nurses
Santee paid out almost $11K to people who said they were hurt by the city last year, records show
Santee makes another run at 3,000-home development with new evacuation report
It’s official: San Diego Congressional representatives all win primary by large margins
East County water officials move to seize San Diego pump station, escalating dispute
El Cajon socks away millions with an eye on a possible recession
East County has waited 20 years for a new hospital. Should it wait another decade?
La Mesa, flush with federal cash, is now accepting pitches for new businesses
El Cajon council votes to give itself a raise and increase health benefits
Santee divvies up extra Covid money to tackle homelessness by the river
Lemon Grove approves staff raises, but officials say higher pay is needed
Hundreds celebrate Juneteenth in La Mesa, two years after violent protests caused a racial reckoning
As housing prices skyrocket, La Mesa won’t raise fees to improve parks
La Mesa will keep raising LGBTQ flag despite objections that it’s ‘political messaging’
La Mesa hopes Juneteenth celebration can help heal wounds from riot
East County water leaders reach tentative agreement with San Diego in pipeline dispute, officials say
Judge ends restraining order on Lemon Grove council member at husband’s request
A street sweeping monopoly threatens to drive up costs for taxpayers, Santee officials say
El Cajon police hit 3 cars last year, drivers say. The city agreed to pay thousands of dollars
‘It had to be me’: San Diegans march to end gun violence after recent mass shootings
A Lakeside shelter could help the homeless. It might also allow officers to force people off streets.
Santee voters will no longer be able to weigh in on proposed 3,000-home development
Issa leads, Democrats also strong in early returns that could influence control of Congress
East County breaks ground on new wastewater treatment plant as pipeline negotiations continue
San Diego’s McElroy, U.S.'s newest cardinal, celebrates mass for a grieving nation
New leader takes over Taylor Guitars as founders step back
East County cities pledge to find more homes for the homeless. How many places actually exist?
Lemon Grove will likely have a balanced budget, but not for the best reasons
La Mesa endorses bid to crack down on anti-Asian harassment
27 mistreatment claims filed against La Mesa last year, records show
Santee pulls approval of Fanita Ranch housing development after judge’s order
Lemon Grove residents would have an easier time building accessory units under proposal
20% of region’s homeless now live in East County, new data shows
East County water recycling project is a go after final cost approved
El Cajon gives city manager a raise, bringing salary close to $300K
Mandated treatment? Renovated barracks? East County grapples with how to respond to homelessness
3 questions for 3 candidates running to represent the 79th Assembly District
Judge extends and loosens restraining order on Lemon Grove council member after domestic violence arrest
El Cajon police send helmets, vests to Ukraine
3 questions for 48th Congressional District candidates
New children’s book dedicated to Lemon Grove boy killed by car
Deadline approaching for public to comment on carbon emissions plan
What military equipment do La Mesa police have?
East County cities weigh closer cooperation on homelessness as residents decry tent camps
Lemon Grove councilwoman denies domestic abuse after arrest
Lemon Grove council member arrested, barred from home after partner alleges violent behavior
S.D. County Sheriff will continue to oversee 9 cities after officials approve new contracts
Lemon Grove green-lights another marijuana dispensary
La Mesa won’t require guns to be locked up at home
El Cajon to receive $2.6 million for wildfire preparation in risk-prone area
Santee renews contract with Sheriff’s Department, welcomes new leader
Santee must overturn approval of 3,000-home Fanita Ranch project, judge rules
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East County nears vote on new wastewater plant amid historic drought
Other cities have tried sending less serious 911 calls to nurses, not hospitals. Did it work?
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La Mesa will use federal money to aid new businesses amid high vacancy rates
East County asphalt company must improve safety after emissions reach potentially dangerous levels
Big cat sanctuary opens new event space to help fund rescues nationwide
Less serious 911 calls would get a nurse, not an ambulance under first-in-the-region proposal
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La Mesa city workers will get bonuses for vaccinations under new spending plan
Lemon Grove crime rises overall, but violent crime is historically low, sheriff’s department says
Mayor, city leaders condemn racial slur used at Lemon Grove meeting
Lemon Grove’s budget surplus continues to grow, officials say
After a mayor accused a colleague of using a racial slur, a resident used the same insult at the city leader
Judge halts 3,000-home project in Santee over wildfire concerns
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Lemon Grove backs off censuring council member after public outcry
The U.S.' dirty little relationship with Latin America