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Fourth Case of Human West Nile Virus Has County Health Officials Urging Caution
A fourth County resident has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV), prompting County public health officials to urge steps to prevent mosquito bites and drain standing water. More
Child Support Awareness Month Kicks Off with Free Backpacks, School Supplies and Community Resources
Back to school season should feel exciting—not financially stressful. As rising school supply costs continue to strain family budgets, County Child Support Services is stepping up during Child Support Awareness Month to support local families. More
County Expands Public Access to Financial Source Data
The County is expanding public access to the raw data behind its finances and daily operations, giving residents a clearer view of how taxpayer dollars are actually spent as part of its commitment to transparency. More
Library High School Students Celebrate Graduation
The County held its seventh Library High School graduation ceremony to celebrate the accomplishments of 37 new graduates. Each received their high school diploma during a cap and gown ceremony at Cuyamaca College in El Cajon. More
Youth Transition Campus Helps Students Build Skills and Succeed in School
County Probation and the San Diego County Office of Education are partnering to help justice‑involved youth build stronger futures. At the Youth Transition Campus and East Mesa Juvenile Detention Facility, students earn a full high school education and can take online college courses that help them stay on track academically. More
Two New Affordable Housing Milestones Celebrated in Fallbrook
Fallbrook celebrated two major affordable housing milestones on the same day: the grand opening of Mirasol Meadows and the groundbreaking for Brookview Senior Villas. More
County Closes Three Parks in August to Protect Hikers from Heat
Three County parks will close for the month of August as temperatures peak, an annual safety measure aimed at protecting residents during what is often the hottest time of the year. More
Support a Safe, Healthy School Year: Get Vaccinated Before School Begins
County health officials urge parents and caregivers to make vaccines part of back-to-school preparations. California requires several vaccines for students in transitional kindergarten (TK) through 12th grade. More
Heat Continues in the Region — Quick Ways to Stay Safe
San Diego County is heading into its fourth straight week of extreme heat, and the safety reminders remain just as important as temperatures stay high. Here are fast, simple ways to protect yourself and those around you. More
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Ramona Deli
The County is investigating an outbreak of Salmonella linked to Ramona Family Naturals Market. The County has recorded 13 confirmed and probable cases since June 21, 2026. More
Quick Action by CAL FIRE Helicopter Crew Rescues Trapped Ramona Residents
A fast-moving CAL FIRE San Diego helicopter crew rescued two Ramona residents after the rapidly growing Creelman Fire cut off their escape route on July 22. The pair were airlifted out without injuries as the fire increased to nearly 350 acres within hours. More
Early CalFresh Renewals Help Prevent Gaps in Benefits
The County of San Diego is urging CalFresh recipients to check their BenefitsCal accounts for their renewal date, watch their mail for a renewal packet, and return it as early as possible to avoid interruptions in benefits. More
Postcards Sent to San Diego County Voters for November Election
The San Diego County Registrar of Voters office has mailed more than two million postcards to registered voters across the county. More
County’s EMS Corps Creates a Clear Path Into Public Safety Careers
San Diego County’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Corps is partnering with Southwestern College’s Fire Academy to expand opportunities for young adults. It helps motivated participants move into stable, long‑term careers in the fire service. More
Get Ready for Comic‑Con with County Library’s Curated Reads
Comic‑Con is back, bringing thousands of fans to San Diego from around the world to celebrate comics, movies, creators, pop culture and all things fandom. To join in the excitement, County Library has put together a special “Celebrate Comic‑Con” reading list featuring nearly 300 titles available to borrow. More
Rabid Bat Startles Patrons at Vista Restaurant
County public health officials looking for anyone who may have come into contact with a bat Sunday, July 19 at the Yellow Deli Restaurant in Vista. More
The Heat is On All Around the County: Here’s How to Stay Safe
The National Weather Service is predicting elevated and significant risks of extreme heat in areas of San Diego County this week. Here are some tips to help people and pets stay safe. More
New Air Purifier Applications Address Tijuana River Valley Pollution
More air purifiers are now being made available to help South Bay residents cope with hydrogen sulfide emissions from polluted water in the Tijuana River Valley, thanks to a $4 million investment approved by the County Board of Supervisors. More
Probation on the Move: New Mobile Service Centers Help Clients Succeed
County of San Diego Probation now delivers essential resources and support directly to its adult and youth clients, and to people in the community. The Mobile Probation Service Centers (MPSCs), large vehicles operating as offices on wheels, allow Probation officers to provide services critical for clients with transportation challenges or limited awareness of available services.…
Ramona Air Attack Base Reopens with New Aircraft to Strengthen Wildfire Response
San Diego County Fire, CAL FIRE, County leaders and hundreds of community members gathered Monday at the Ramona Airport to celebrate the grand reopening of the Ramona Air Attack Base. The event highlighted airport improvements and the addition of new aircraft to protect communities across San Diego County. More
Remembering Former Supervisor Bill Horn
The County lost long-serving former Supervisor Bill Horn who died Friday in Escondido at age 83. Horn served on the Board of Supervisors for 24 years leaving a legacy of public service, leadership and dedication to the community. More
Did You Buy a Desert Willow Plant From Costco? Check It for Invasive Pests
If you purchased a Desert Willow plant from Costco between June 24 and July 3, 2026, it may contain two invasive agricultural pests: the Broad-headed Sharpshooter and the Glassy-winged Sharpshooter. Please check and let us know if you find them. More
Harrowing Rescue During Thorn Fire
A Boulevard couple is safe today thanks to the quick actions of CAL FIRE/San Diego County Fire firefighter paramedics and a Sheriff’s deputy who helped them escape the fast-moving Thorn Fire Wednesday evening. More
County Animal Services Caring for More Than 820 Birds After Operation at Valley Center Property
County Animal Services removed more than 820 birds, including 400 ducks, and two dogs from a Valley Center property Thursday after receiving reports the animals were sick and not being properly cared for. More
County Monitoring Shows No Local Cyclosporiasis Outbreaks, Food Safety Recommended
The intestinal illness, cyclosporiasis, is in the news nationwide, but County monitoring reports no local increase in cases. State health officials have also not seen an increase. More
County, Partners to Support Unhoused Veterans This Weekend
County departments and local partners will bring critical services directly to unhoused veterans during the annual Veterans Village Stand Down July 17–18 at Ingram Plaza in Liberty Station’s Arts District. More
Wild Bat Found at Safari Park Tests Positive for Rabies
County public health officials are asking anyone who may have come into contact with a bat found Saturday, July 11 at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park to contact them after the animal tested positive for rabies. More
Foster Youth Celebrate Graduation at SeaWorld San Diego
Tacos and penguins and sloths, oh my! County Child and Family Well Being brought joy, celebration and accomplishment to local foster youth and teens enrolled in the Independent Living Skills program during a splashy high school graduation event at SeaWorld San Diego. More
Extreme Heat Forecasted, Here Are Tips to Stay Safe
The national weather service is predicting elevated and significant risks of extreme heat practically all across San Diego County this week, and the County is offering tips to help people and pets stay safe. More
County Celebrates Pride in Full Color with Free Health Services and Community Activities
County of San Diego employees are back at San Diego Pride this year, marching in the parade and offering a variety of community services and activities throughout Pride Festival weekend. More
County Releases Auditor’s Report with Assessment of Contract Management Practices
The County is releasing the results of an independent assessment of its contracting management practices, detailing strengths and recommended improvements to ensure accountability. More
Multi-Drug Resistant TB Exposure Reported at California State University San Marcos and Sprinter Train
County health officials are working with California State University San Marcos to notify students and staff who may have been exposed to multidrug resistant tuberculosis (TB) between Dec. 15, 2025, and May 14, 2026. More
County Animal Services Releases Operational Assessment, Highlights Progress Under New Leadership
County Animal Services has released the results of an independent operational assessment commissioned to strengthen services for people and animals across the region. More
Summer Heat on the Way, Here are Tips to Stay Safe in Extreme Heat
It’s getting hot out there, which can be dangerous for people and pets. Here are some tips to help you, your friends and loved ones stay safe. More
County Health Officials Report First Locally Acquired Chagas Case
County health officials have confirmed the region’s first locally acquired case of Chagas disease, identified during routine blood donation screening in a donor without symptoms. More
Behavioral Health Art Show Celebrates Creativity and Personal Growth
County Behavioral Health Services brought creativity and community together on June 12 at the Southeastern Live Well Center for its annual Strengths Based Case Management Art Show. More than a showcase, the art show highlights how creativity can open doors to healing and give participants a chance to be seen for their talent, not their…
Mosquitoes Near San Carlos Test Positive for West Nile Virus, County Urges Prevention
Mosquitoes collected during routine monitoring near San Carlos have tested positive for West Nile virus, the first detection of the virus in San Diego County mosquitoes this year. More
County Outlines Steps to Protect People, Animals from New World Screwworm
County public health officials are issuing new guidance to help protect people and animals from New World screwworm after recent animal cases were confirmed in Texas and New Mexico. No cases have been detected in California or San Diego County. More
Preparedness Starts with You—And Your Pets
Wildfires continue to spark across San Diego County, making this the perfect moment to review your family’s emergency plan. And remember every family member counts — including your pets. They rely on us for their safety and should never be left behind during an evacuation. More
Important Water Quality Resource for Beachgoers Updated
Our beaches are a precious natural resource to those that live and visit our region, and the County of San Diego has an improved website to ensure you know the water quality before you get in the water. More
County Offices to Close July 3-4 for Independence Day
San Diego County offices will be closed Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4 at most County facilities for the Independence Day holiday. The closure includes all County public health clinics, family resource centers, and library branches. More
County Programs Earn 68 National Achievement Awards
County of San Diego programs earned 68 NACo Achievement Awards for innovation, excellence and public service, the National Association of Counties (NACo) announced. More
County Adopts Balanced $9.16B Budget, Investing in Community Services and Long-Term Stability
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a balanced $9.16 billion budget for fiscal year 2026-27, approving a spending plan that maintains core services, responds to rising community needs, and provides fiscal stability to manage uncertainties at the state and federal levels. More
Board Approves Food Distribution Program to Support Residents Facing CalFresh Reduction
The County Board of Supervisors has approved a new food distribution program designed to help an estimated 93,500 people who may see their CalFresh benefits reduced or eliminated due to new federal work requirements. More
County Moves Forward on Funding for Supportive Housing in Chula Vista
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors has voted to pursue $20 million in state funding to help build new permanent supportive housing in Chula Vista. The proposed homes would serve veterans and people experiencing mental health or substance use challenges. More
County Celebrates Workforce Sleep Cabins to Provide Safe Housing in Pacific Beach
The County of San Diego celebrated a first-of-its-kind workforce sleeping cabin site Tuesday in Pacific Beach. Compass Commons is a tiny home community operated by Shoreline Community Services to provide safe, climate-controlled housing for people working their way out of homelessness. More
County Seeks Public Input on Future of San Pasqual Academy
The County of San Diego is asking the public to shape the future of San Pasqual Academy, the 238-acre foster youth residential campus now undergoing a major reimagining. More
Mexican Fruit Fly Quarantine Expanded in San Diego County
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has expanded a Mexican fruit fly quarantine in San Diego County after the pest was detected during routine inspections in El Cajon and Spring Valley. More
Summer Safety Tips for San Diego County Families
As summer families across San Diego County are enjoying more time outdoors, traveling or trying to beat the heat. But the While the season offers plenty of chances for fun, the warmer months also higher risk of preventable injuries. More
County’s $9.16B Budget Heads to the Board for Final Review Thursday, June 25
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors will deliberate and may adopt the County’s $9.16 billion revised recommended budget when they meet at 9 a.m., Thursday, June 25. More
County Labor Watchdog Files Major Lawsuit to Protect Grocery Store Sushi Workers
The County of San Diego announced Thursday that it has filed its first major labor enforcement lawsuit against employers, alleging several companies used a franchise scheme to cheat sushi workers who filled grocery store counters out of pay, overtime and basic workplace protections. More
County Animal Services Rescues Animals From Rancho Santa Fe Property
County Animal Services removed dozens of animals from a Rancho Santa Fe property on Wednesday after getting a report of possible neglect involving horses. More
Infant Botulism Cases Linked to Recalled Nara Organics Infant Formula
San Diego County health officials are urging parents and caregivers to immediately throw out or return Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Infant Formula after it was linked to a multistate infant botulism outbreak involving California, Pennsylvania and Washington. More
County Conducts Routine 1% Manual Tally to Verify Election Results
The San Diego County Registrar of Voters is conducting its routine 1% manual tally for the June 2 Gubernatorial Primary Election, a required step to uphold transparency and confirm the accuracy of election results. More
New Housing Breaks Ground Adding 45 Affordable Homes in San Carlos
Construction is underway on Navajo Family Apartments, a 45‑unit affordable housing community in San Carlos. The four-story development will feature one-, two-and three-bedroom apartments, with eight of the homes set aside for residents with intellectual or developmental disabilities. More
County Offices to Close on Juneteenth Holiday
In observance of Juneteenth, San Diego County offices will be closed on Friday, June 19. The closure includes all County public health clinics, family resource centers, library branches and animal shelters. More
New Steps toward Reducing Tijuana River Valley Pollution
San Diego County received two major boosts this week in its efforts to reduce pollution in the Tijuana River Valley: a new $46 million state grant program and a California Coastal Commission-approved project that will help cut harmful gases near the Saturn Boulevard crossing. More
Spirit Fund Helping Horses Rescued from Julian Property
County Animal Services is currently caring for several horses at its Bonita shelter following a large rescue operation at a Julian property, where hundreds of animals were found without proper care. More
County Issues Updated $9.16 Billion Budget Ahead of June 25 Vote
The County of San Diego released a $9.16 billion revised recommended budget Friday, reflecting public feedback and recommendations from the Chief Administrative Officer. More
Live Well on Wheels Helps San Diegans Navigate HR 1 CalFresh Changes
The County is stepping up in-person outreach to help residents understand major federal changes to CalFresh food benefits that took effect April 1, 2026. More
New Probation Mobile Offices Bring Services Directly to Communities
County Probation is rolling out two new mobile service centers this month to bring critical resources and support directly to community members who may struggle to access services because of transportation barriers or limited awareness of available services. More
Summer at your Library: Read, Learn, Create
The San Diego County Library is hosting its Summer Learning Challenge across all 33 library branches through August 31, offering participants fun, prizes, and countless opportunities to dive into a good book. More
Housing Authority Budget Advances Rental Assistance to Support Thousands of Families
The County Housing Authority Board of Commissioners today approved a $293.7 million Housing Authority budget that will help about 11,100 low-income households — more than 25,000 residents — each month. More
County Supervisors Approve Three‑Year Integrated Plan, Funding Behavioral Health Care, Housing and Crisis Services
County Supervisors today approved the region’s first Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) Integrated Plan, a three-year roadmap for how the County will use funding to support mental health care, substance use treatment and housing for people with serious behavioral health needs. More
‘Gramping’ Makes Everyone a Happy Camper
For grandparents raising grandchildren, being a primary caregiver later in life is no walk in the park — except during the last weekend of May. That’s when the County of San Diego’s Child and Family Well Being Department hosts its annual “gramping” campout, one of the department’s most popular events of the year. Gramping is…
Region Adds CAL FIRE C-130 Hercules Airtanker to Ramona Air Attack Base
San Diego County Fire and CAL FIRE San Diego announced this week that a CAL FIRE C-130H Hercules airtanker is now operating out of the Ramona Air Attack Base, boosting the region’s wildfire aviation response ahead of peak fire season. More
Rabies Cases in Local Bats Increase Ahead of Summer
San Diego County is experiencing an increase in rabies detections in bats this year, with 14 rabies, positive bats so far. With summer approaching—the season when rabies detections are most common, County health officials are reminding residents how to stay safe. More
The County Helps Older Adults Plan for Emergencies
Older adults and people with disabilities are among those most vulnerable during disasters, whether it’s an earthquake, fire, flooding or periods of extreme heat. To help residents prepare, the County partnered with the City of Chula Vista and several community organizations to host an Emergency Preparedness Resource Fair. More
New Jacumba Fire Station Breaks Ground, Boosting Rural Emergency Services
The County has broken ground on a new fire station in Jacumba, launching construction on a modern facility that County Fire and CAL FIRE say will significantly improve emergency response for the rural community. The new Fire Station 43 is expected to open in 2027. More
Adopt a New Best Friend on June 6
County Animal Services is waving adoption fees this Saturday, June 6, as part of California’s Adopt-a-Pet Day—giving people across the region a chance to welcome a new cat, dog or other new best friend into their home. More
Public Health Guidance Recommended After Broken Sewage Pipe in Mexico, High Hydrogen Sulfide Emissions in Tijuana River Valley
People living in the South Bay, especially those near the Tijuana River Valley (TJRV), are experiencing high hydrogen sulfide (H2S) emissions, often recognized by the strong rotten egg smell produced by untreated wastewater flows. More
CARE Act Program Reaches New Milestone
The County’s Community Assistance, Recovery and Empowerment (CARE) Act program has surpassed its 200th CARE agreement, marking a major milestone in the County’s efforts to support residents living with untreated schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders. More
County Fire Celebrates 17 New EMS Graduates
Seventeen young adults earned their graduation certificate from County Fire’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Corps program, completing more than 400 hours of training designed to launch them into careers in the medical field. More
Gubernatorial Primary Election Results – When to Expect Them
On election night, campaigns, candidates and voters are eager for timely election results. However, counting ballots takes time to ensure every ballot is valid and properly counted. More
County, 211 San Diego Launch New WorkReady Hub to Support CalFresh Work Requirements
The County and 211 San Diego launched a new virtual one‑stop shop, called the WorkReady Hub, designed to connect people to resources to meet newly reinstated federal work requirements to get or maintain CalFresh food assistance. More
Tuesday is the Last Day to Vote in June Gubernatorial Primary
Tuesday is the final day to cast your ballot in the June Gubernatorial Primary Election. Voters can still vote early today at one of over 200 vote centers across San Diego County or drop off their mail ballot at an official ballot drop box. More
West Nile Virus Detected in Two Birds
County workers found West Nile virus in two dead crows picked up near Rolando and Skyline. This is a good reminder that people should take steps to protect themselves from mosquito bites, because mosquitoes can spread the virus. More
Residents Gathered for County Budget Open House
County residents gathered to learn more about the County’s $9.15 billion recommended budget at an Open House at the County Operations Center Thursday night. More
Over 200 Vote Centers to Open for June Gubernatorial Primary
The Registrar of Voters office will open more than 200 vote centers across San Diego County on Saturday, May 30, giving voters the option to vote early at more than 200 locations. All vote centers will be open daily through Monday, June 1, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. More
County, UC San Diego Begin New Research on Tijuana River Valley Pollution Impacts
The County is partnering with the University of California San Diego to better understand how pollution from the Tijuana River Valley is affecting people living and working in nearby communities. More