Woman arrested, multiple citations at Escondido DUI checkpoint
ESCONDIDO — A woman was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol, one driver was cited for driving on a suspended license,...
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Oceanside swaps HOT for HEART to address homelessness
OCEANSIDE — The City Council recently approved a new homelessness outreach program that shifts the city’s approach from a law enforcement-led model to one centered...
South Morro Hills hemp grower shifts to cannabis cultivation
OCEANSIDE — The city has agreed to allow a South Morro Hills hemp grower to transition to cultivating cannabis instead, a shift local operators say...
Crews break ground on Coast Villas project for at-risk seniors, veterans
OCEANSIDE — Construction crews are ramping up work on Coast Villas, a 56-unit affordable housing project for formerly homeless or at-risk seniors and veterans with...
Escondido fast-tracks homeless encampment cleanups
ESCONDIDO — The city is updating its homeless encampment ordinance to reduce the number of trips staff make to clean up encampments, saving both time...
Escondido honors fallen heroes on Memorial Day
ESCONDIDO — Local veterans organizations, elected leaders and residents gathered at Oak Hill Memorial Park on Memorial Day to honor those who died while serving...
Escondido cracks down on illegal fireworks
ESCONDIDO — The city is cracking down on illegal fireworks following an increase in their use over the past several years. The Escondido City Council unanimously adopted...
Tri-City opens redesigned emergency department
OCEANSIDE — Tri-City Medical Center has officially opened its renovated, redesigned emergency department, marking the completion of a multi-year priority project for the North County...
Stone Brewing eatery in Escondido remains open, but future unclear
ESCONDIDO — While long-term plans remain unknown, Stone Brewing World Bistro and Gardens will remain open for at least the next six months following its...
Election 2026: Escondido City Council
ESCONDIDO — Voters will decide on three council seats during the November election, including the mayor’s position and seats representing Districts 1 and 2. Councilmember...
Julian students embrace craft, tradition under local quilting pioneer
JULIAN — At a time when many teenagers are glued to their phones, several students have broken their screen-time habits to learn the time-honored craft...
Election 2026: Oceanside City Council
OCEANSIDE — This year, voters in Oceanside’s Districts 1 and 2 will decide whether they want new faces on the City Council. Currently, Deputy Mayor...
Boating group urges life rings after recent Oceanside water rescues
OCEANSIDE — Members of a local boating club are urging the city to install life rings around the harbor and piers after several life-threatening incidents...
Interfaith launches beachfront music festival fundraiser in Oceanside
OCEANSIDE —Five local music groups took the stage at the Oceanside Pier Amphitheater over the weekend for the inaugural Amplified Impact Music Festival, turning a...