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Montgomery Steppe Leads Alessio in District 4 Race

Around town

Monica Montgomery Steppe is reported to hold a sizable lead over Kristine Alessio in San Diego County’s District 4 contest.

San Diego County California DeskNov 6, 2026

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Five San Diego Election Day developments to watch

Jobs and economy

The San Diego region’s Election Day watch list includes five developments, with jobs and the economy among the central issues.

San Diego County California DeskNov 5, 2026

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San Diego County-raised condor released into the wild

Around town

A California condor raised in San Diego County has been released into the wild and reached a key milestone.

San Diego County California DeskOct 29, 2026

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Sierra discount sporting store planned for San Diego County

Jobs and economy

Sierra, a discount sporting-goods retailer, is heading to San Diego County with its first Southern California store.

San Diego County California DeskOct 21, 2026

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San Diego County Paid $30 Million in Two Jail Deaths

Police, fire and courts

A payment tied to two San Diego County jail deaths raises questions about accountability and future safety measures.

San Diego County California DeskOct 16, 2026

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Albertsons Plans San Diego County Store for Spring 2028

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Albertsons plans to open a store in San Diego County in spring 2028, marking a future expansion for the grocery chain.

San Diego County California DeskOct 16, 2026

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$2.2 million Powerball ticket sold in San Diego County

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A Powerball ticket worth was sold in San Diego County.

San Diego County California DeskOct 12, 2026

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San Marcos planners reject San Elijo condo project

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San Marcos planners rejected a proposed San Elijo condo project after residents opposed it, The Coast News reported.

San Diego County California DeskOct 7, 2026

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Nearly $1 Million Set for Tijuana River and Coastal Projects

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Binational grants will address sewage problems in the Tijuana River region and support restoration of coastal habitats.

San Diego County California DeskOct 2, 2026

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San Diego Unified Board Summary Dated Sept. 29

Schools

San Diego Unified School District identifies a board-action summary dated Sept. 29, 2026, but the linked item does not describe the action.

San Diego County California DeskOct 2, 2026

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California District 48 race: Von Wilpert vs. Desmond

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Von Wilpert and Desmond are identified as the candidates in the California Congressional District 48 race.

San Diego County California DeskOct 2, 2026

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San Diego County Solar Project Wins Unanimous Approval

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A solar and battery storage project in San Diego County received unanimous approval, with Procopio citing its role in the decision.

San Diego County California DeskSep 23, 2026

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Public comment opens on release of two sexually violent predators

Local government

Public comment is open on a court decision involving the release of two people classified as sexually violent predators.

San Diego County California DeskSep 15, 2026

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CDC, San Diego County Plan Tijuana River Health Survey

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The planned survey would examine health impacts connected to pollution in the Tijuana River area.

San Diego County California DeskSep 11, 2026

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Qdoba deal calls for 17 new San Diego County restaurants

Around town

Qdoba has entered an agreement tied to the development of 17 new restaurants in San Diego County.

San Diego County California DeskSep 10, 2026

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Five New North County Restaurant Openings Include Mama Kat’s

Jobs and economy

Mama Kat’s leads a group of five new restaurant openings highlighted in North County.

San Diego County California DeskSep 10, 2026