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Probation Promotes New Assistant Chief
San Diego County Probation promoted a 23-year Probation veteran to the second highest ranking position. More
High School Students Learn About Sheriff Career
Everyone knows to call 9-1-1 in emergency situations and the dispatcher who answers the phone is often a lifeline to the person in distress. More
County Offices to Close for Presidents Day Holiday
To commemorate the Presidents Day holiday, all San Diego County offices, family resource centers, libraries and animal shelters will be closed to the public Monday, Feb. 17. More
How to Stay Safe in Rainy Conditions
With rainy weather in the forecast, including the chance of flooding in some low-lying areas, emergency officials offer seven safety tips. More
First Big Rains on the Way, Sandbags Available
With the National Weather Service predicting the first heavy rains across San Diego County this week, the County and CAL FIRE are offering advice and free sandbags to residents and businesses in the unincorporated areas. More
Five Minutes Could Save Your Life, Know Your Blood Pressure Numbers
The County’s Love Your Heart campaign is celebrating 14 years of spreading awareness about the silent dangers of heart disease. San Diegans are invited to get a free blood pressure screening at locations throughout the county and Mexico. More
Give Yourself the Gift of Furr Ever Love
Looking for love that lasts a lifetime? This Valentine’s season, open your heart and home to a shelter pet in need. More
County’s Medical Examiner Identifies Jane Doe Found in Chula Vista
The County appreciates the public’s assistance with this case. The Medical Examiner’s Office received numerous tips from the public, after the initial story was published about a woman who was found unresponsive on the evening of Jan. 10 in Chula Vista. More
County Encourages Flu Vaccines for Children and Teens
County public health officials are reminding everyone, particularly families with children and teenagers, that it is not too late to get the flu vaccine. More
County Works to Close Digital Divide for Schools in Unincorporated Area
In San Diego County’s unincorporated areas, there are many schools where high-speed internet is unavailable or unaffordable. The County is working to reduce the digital gap and has awarded $600,000 to the San Diego County Office of Education. More
Spirit Fund Helps Injured Dog
A 2-year-old Belgian Malinois named Eagle found her spirit again, after a County Animal Services officer came upon the injured dog while out on an unrelated investigation. More
TB Exposure Reported at Palomar High School
The County’s Tuberculosis Control Program is working in close collaboration with the Sweetwater Union High School District to notify students, employees, and contractors potentially exposed to tuberculosis (TB) at Palomar High School during the 2023-2024 school year. More
Affordable Housing Campus Opens; Second on County Surplus Property
A grand opening celebration for 79 new affordable housing units was held today in the Clairemont Mesa neighborhood. The Paul Downey Senior Residence is located at 5255 Mt. Etna Drive, just off Genesee Avenue. More
More than 300 County Employees Take Part in Point in Time Count
The annual Point in Time Count is coordinated by the Regional Task Force on Homelessness and provides a one-day count of the number of people experiencing homelessness in San Diego County, including those in emergency shelters and safe parking lots. More
County Confirms Commitment to Emergency Preparedness
Since 2003, the County has invested nearly $1 billion to strengthen preparedness and disaster response capabilities. These investments include firefighters, fire equipment, helicopters, hazardous materials management and flood control enhancements, and upgrades to alert and warning systems. More
County Breaks Ground on Mira Mesa Epicentre Renovation
County officials and community members broke ground Wednesday on a project to revitalize the Mira Mesa Epicentre as a County-operated community center. More
Medical Examiner Seeks Public’s Help Identifying Jane Doe
The San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying a woman who was found unresponsive on Jan. 10, 2025, at approximately 11 p.m. in the parking lot of Palomar Street MTS Station in Chula Vista. More
Have Your Say at County Today and Every Day
Today is Global Community Engagement Day, a day when people across the world celebrate community efforts to work together in improving their communities. The County of San Diego recognizes that collaboration and partnership with community are vital and we want to hear from you. More
County and Sharp Chula Vista Partner to Expand Crisis Stabilization Unit Network
The County is expanding its Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) network by partnering with Sharp HealthCare to add six new specialized beds at the Chula Vista Medical Center. More
New Advisory Workgroup for Climate and Social Equity
The County’s first grassroots advisory group focused on ways to make the region more livable and resilient will hold its inaugural meeting tomorrow, January 29. More
Postcards Sent to Registered Voters for District One Special Primary Election
Over 376,000 postcards are on their way to registered voters in the County of San Diego’s First Supervisorial District listing their voting options for the April 8 special primary election. More
Local Senior Lives His Best Life in a New Home
Life is sweet for San Diego senior Earl Deshazer eight months after moving into his new affordable home at Levant Senior Cottages in Linda Vista. Earl lives in one of 127-units designed to meet the needs of low-income seniors 55 and up, earning between 25 percent and 50 percent of the Area Median Income. More
County Animal Services Offer Microchip and Vaccine Clinic in Valley Center
County Animal Services assisted 100 pets and microchipped 75 of them at a free pet clinic this week in Valley Center. More
Mobile Crisis Response Program Celebrates Four Years
The County’s Mobile Crisis Response Team program is celebrating four years supporting those facing behavioral health crises. More
Parks Fees to Increase Slightly Next Month
Some user fees at County Parks will increase slightly for camping, parking, fishing permits, boating rentals, and sport facilities starting Feb. 18. More
All CalFresh Recipients Can Purchase Hot, Prepared Food through Feb. 8 Due to California Wildfires
All San Diego County CalFresh recipients can use their Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Card to purchase hot and prepared food for a limited time due to the Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for the California wildfires. More
Results of Household Tijuana River Valley Health Assessment Are In
The results of the first federal health survey in San Diego County looking into the effects of Tijuana River sewage contamination are in. More
County Offices to Close for Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
All public San Diego County offices, family resource centers, library branches and animal shelters will be closed Monday, Jan. 20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. More
VIDEO: New, One-Stop Shop for County Services in Ramona
The new Ramona Community Resource Center is open, providing those in the area with a one-stop place with access to many County services like mental health, nutrition, and healthcare. More
Board Supervisors Formally Call District One Special Election
The Board of Supervisors made it official Tuesday and called an April 8 special primary election for the First Supervisorial District. More
Suicide Report Shows Small Increase in Suicide Deaths Overall, but Youth High Risk
The number of confirmed suicide deaths in San Diego County in 2023 was 363, a 1 percent increase from the 359 deaths the previous year, and a 6 percent increase since 2021. The newest data on suicide in our region was shared at a press conference today by County leaders in Behavioral Health and the…
Two County Programs Win Challenge Awards
An innovative program that offers $100,000 grants for 20 small nonprofit businesses and another that helps incarcerated caregivers read books to their children were honored with California State Association of Counties (CSAC) Challenge Awards. More
First Local Detection of Hantavirus in 2025
A deer mouse collected on Jan. 3, 2025, in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, has tested positive for the potentially deadly hantavirus. More
Applicants Needed for Citizens Law Enforcement Review Board
The County’s Citizens Law Enforcement Review Board is taking applications to fill an opening on its board. CLERB was established in 1990 to investigate citizen complaints against San Diego County Sheriff’s deputies and probation officers. More
Tips to Keep Your Pets Safe in Disasters
San Diego County Animal Services reminds residents to be prepared to evacuate with their pets or livestock animals in the event of a disaster such as the Pacific Palisades wildfire, in Los Angeles. More
Check Out County Library’s Top Ten Lists for 2024
As 2025 gets underway, catch up on your reading by seeing what was big on checkout lists for San Diegans in 2024. The San Diego County Library released its top ten lists for books, downloadable audio books, movies and more. More
Behind the Scenes Peek at the New Public Health Lab’s Construction
The County's new state-of-the-art public health lab in Kearny Mesa is on schedule to open in spring 2025. The $93 million dollar facility will greatly expand the county’s ability to test for infectious diseases, monitor food and water safety, and test for dangerous pathogens. More
Two County Supervisors Sworn into Office
Two newly elected County supervisors took the oath of office Monday at the County Administration Center Board Chamber. More
Local Seniors Brush Knees in Tai Chi
Older adults who stay active and fit can significantly improve their quality of life as they age. Physical activity strengthens muscles, improves bone density and builds cardiovascular health which means greater independence. It can also reduce the risk of falls and fractures. Even light activities like walking, gardening or gentle yoga can make a significant…
Top County News Center Stories of 2024
Big elections, unprecedented floods, continued efforts to end homelessness and create housing, new public health challenges and a new County Chief Administrative Officer—there was a lot going on in San Diego County in 2024. Here’s a look at just a few of the most read and viewed topics and stories over the past year from…
State Law Expanding Involuntary Behavioral Health Treatment Takes Effect Jan. 1
The County of San Diego’s Behavioral Health Services has spent the last year organizing extensive planning and training to prepare for the biggest update to California’s civil detention and conservatorship laws in more than 50 years. More
County Offices to Close for New Year’s Holiday
All public San Diego County offices, family resource centers, library branches and animal shelters will be closed Wednesday, Jan. 1 for the New Year’s holiday. More
County Warns Against Raw Milk Products Amid Bird Flu Risk
County public health officials are warning San Diegans not to eat or drink raw milk products or give them to their pets because of the heightened risk for H5N1, or bird flu. More
Art Therapy and the Beautiful Results
The process of creating art is therapeutic and can improve mental health, decrease anxiety, build self esteem and improve social skills. County Behavioral Health art programs are extremely popular and the beautiful results were on display at a public art show where clients celebrated their work with their peers and an audience. More
County Offices to Close for Christmas Day Holiday
All public San Diego County offices, family resource centers, library branches and animal shelters will be closed Wednesday, Dec. 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday. More
County Works to Close Digital Divide in Unincorporated Area
In San Diego County’s unincorporated areas, there are pockets where high-speed internet is unavailable, unreliable or unaffordable. The County is working to reduce the digital gap and has made available $9 million in funding through the American Rescue Plan Act for broadband infrastructure. More
‘Tis the Season for Scams
The holiday season is prime time for scammers, with thousands of older adults scammed each year in San Diego County. More
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells, Recycling Time is Here
Jingle bells, jingle bells, Santa's on his way! Oh what fun the holidays are when you recycle the right way; hey! Here's how! More
Probation Supervisor Receives Employee of the Year Statewide Award
A San Diego County Probation Youth Development and Community Support Services special projects supervisor has received the California Probation Employee of the Year. More
VIDEO: Navy Association Takes Dogs Day Out to Pack Level
A dozen smiling dogs with wildly wagging tails led by Navy officers headed out to a Bonita trail for some exercise and fun Friday. This community service gives dogs a break from the shelter environment and lets them really stretch their legs. At the same time, it also helps advertise the foster program and adoption…
Protect Yourself, Family and Friends from the Flu this Holiday Season
As flu cases continue to increase, County public health doctors are reminding San Diegans to take care of themselves and loved ones this holiday season. More
Equity Impact Grant Winners Announced
Ten local, small non-profit organizations are celebrating after winning $100,000 each in equity impact grants and a year’s worth of custom coaching designed to further their missions, advancing equity and belonging throughout the region. More
New Golf Cart Sized Machine Will Test for Treatable Diseases in Record Time
A one-of-a-kind machine that works twice as fast as current practices when testing for diseases is heading for the County of San Diego’s new Public Health Lab, allowing epidemiologists to more effectively fight the spread of diseases. More
County Awarded Grant to Waive Permit Fees for Home Cooking Program
Are you interested in becoming a home kitchen operator? The County’s Department of Environmental Health and Quality received a grant from the state to waive permit fees for those who want to operate a Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation. More
Law Enforcement and Children Celebrate the Holidays Early at Shop with a Cop 2024
San Diego County Probation hosted this year’s Shop with a Cop Dec. 7 as a way to spread holiday magic to more than 300 children selected by area schools to participate in the festive annual event. More
County Provides Refurbished Laptops to Foster Youth
Christmas arrived a little early today for some of the region’s foster youth and foster families. An annual pre-holiday laptop giveaway was held this morning by the County of San Diego and the Futures Foundation. More
Public’s Help Sought to Identify Train Victim
The County Medical Examiner’s Office is asking if anyone recognizes the woman with the script tattoo depicted in a forensic rendering of a woman who died Aug. 12. More
Community Gardens Grow Veggies, Fruit, Flowers and Friendships
What was once a vacant lot in Linda Vista now blossoms with fresh produce, flowers and budding friendships. The site boasts a new community garden – just one of seven that County Aging & Independence Services (AIS) helped bring to life. More
How to Have a Happy And Sustainable Holiday Season
The gift-giving season is always fun, but the wrapping paper, packages and stuff can be hard on sustainability—that is, finding ways to give and still protect natural resources for years to come. However, it can be done. Here are some tips! More
Immigrant and Refugee Welcome Center Opens in North County
The Inland Immigrant and Refugee Welcome Center opened in Escondido Thursday, making it the second location in the region where people can go, regardless of immigration status, and receive help accessing services they are eligible to receive. More
New Program Provides Firefighting Training to Ramona High Students
San Diego County Fire/CAL FIRE has partnered with Ramona High School to provide students with firefighting skills and education. Offered through the school’s Career Technical Education Program, the new Fire Technology courses combine classroom instruction with hands-on training to prepare students to respond to structure fires and wildfires. More
Organic Carrots Linked to E. Coli Outbreak
County Public Health officials are asking people to throw away organic carrots tied to a nationwide E. coli outbreak. The implicated carrots are organic, whole bagged carrots and baby carrots sold under multiple brands by Grimmway Farms. More
It’s the Ship-Shipping-est Time of the Year; Don’t Pack a Pest!
The holiday season is back. It’s the time when many of us are personally mailing and shipping packages and gifts to faraway family and friends. Or maybe even traveling to deliver presents and bring back home gifts in return. Just remember—don’t pack a pest! More
County Hears from More Than 2,100 People on Impacts of Tijuana River Valley Sewage
A federal survey asking San Diegan who live, work or play around the Tijuana River Valley and South San Diego County closed with more than 2,150 responses received, exceeding the goal of 2,000 participants. More
County Celebrates National Adoption Month with 31 Families
The County’s Child and Family Well-Being Department (CFWB) hosted its annual Adoption Day Party Friday at the Juvenile Courthouse to celebrate National Adoption Month. More
VIDEO: Wildfire Mitigation Program Helps Residents Better Protect Homes
CAL FIRE/San Diego County Fire and the state are helping homeowners in high fire-risk unincorporated communities with retrofitting using ember-resistant materials and incorporating defensible space to "harden" homes from wildfires. More
Be Like Santa, Double-Check Your Receipts
The holiday season is the perfect time to remind everyone to remember to always, always double-check your receipts to make sure you’re not accidentally overcharged by faulty cash registers and price scanners. More
Community Celebrates Butterfield Trails County Park at Open House
County officials and community members gathered last week to kick off a new park project in Valley Center at Butterfield Trails County Park. More
The Thanksgiving Cook-Safely Quiz is Back!
Thanksgiving, our biggest day of feast is back! And if you’re cooking, the last thing you want to do is serve your family and friends plentiful platefuls of salmonella, listeria or other dangerous bacteria. Here's our annual quiz to help keep your cooking safe! More
County Offices to Close for Thanksgiving
All public San Diego County offices, family resource centers, libraries and animal shelters will be closed Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29 for Thanksgiving holiday. More
San Diego County’s 25 Most Remarkable Teens Honored for Accomplishments
The San Diego County Public Defender’s Office collaborated with the San Diego Public Library to name and recognize the 25 Most Remarkable Teens from around San Diego County at a special ceremony Tuesday. More
Estrella Provides Nearly 100 units of Affordable Housing in San Marcos
Dozens of low-income people and families, who have up to 80% of area median income, are moving into Estrella, the newest affordable housing development in San Marcos. More
Tips to Reduce Food Waste This Happy Holiday Season
The holidays are the season for—food! And the County of San Diego wants to give you some tips to help make sure you don’t waste a single bite. More
Three Flu Vaccine Myths as Flu Season Ramps up in San Diego County
Flu cases are on the rise in San Diego County. Last week, 116 cases were recorded compared to 77 the week before. To date, 1,209 cases have been tracked this year, up from 733 at this time last flu season. More
Toys for Tots Time Returns at 5 County Airports
The hap-happiest season of all is here again. And you can get that happy by donating a new toy at one of five County airports and putting a smile on the face of a child! More
Residents ‘Help Build San Diego’ at County Open House
Dozens of residents turned out for a County open house Thursday asking them to Help Build San Diego. More
County Hears from Nearly 2,000 People on Impacts of Tijuana River Valley Pollution
Nearly 2,000 people who live, work or play around the Tijuana River Valley and South San Diego County beaches have completed the federal Assessment of Chemical Exposures (ACE) survey about how the pollution has impacted their lives. More
County Public Health Reports Increase in Whooping Cough Cases
County public health officials are reporting an increased number of pertussis cases, also known as whooping cough, in San Diego County this year. The increase is notable when compared to 2023 and is even more marked when compared to 2020 to 2022 numbers. More
County Receives Grant to Improve Data Reporting in Traffic Fatalities
The County Department of the Medical Examiner received a $600,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to enhance toxicology data reporting for cases involving motor-vehicle related deaths. The grant program runs through September 2025. More
County Receives $250,000 for Child Safety Seat Education Program
The County’s Health and Human Services Agency received a California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) grant to support its efforts to educate parents and caregivers about the importance of child safety seats. The grant program runs through September 2025. More