A proposed "Rescue-Only Pet Store Standards" initiative seeks to expand existing state protections that currently cover only ...

Jan. 22, 2026 (Lemon Grove) -- A group of Lemon Grove residents and regional animal welfare advocates are launching a formal ...

A proposed "Rescue-Only Pet Store Standards" initiative seeks to expand existing state protections that currently cover only dogs, cats and rabbits. Since signature gathering began on Jan. 10, ...

A proposed "Rescue-Only Pet Store Standards" initiative seeks to expand existing state protections that currently cover only dogs, cats and rabbits. Since signature gathering began on Jan. 10, ...

Below are highlights and lowlights of the major news stories and issues in 2025 covered by East County Magazine, including top local stories, local impacts of national actions, and several top ...

Jan. 21, 2026 (Ramona) — The Wildlife Research Institute (WRI) began its annual "HawkWatch" program on Jan. 3 and has had two more events since then, all offering the public a direct look at one of ...

January 21, 2026 (San Diego) -- New federal funding will support four critical stormwater infrastructure projects in the City of San Diego, including drainage improvements along Beta Street in ...

January 21, 2026 (San Diego) -- New federal funding will support four critical stormwater infrastructure projects in the City of San Diego, including drainage improvements along Beta Street in ...

January 21, 2026 (San Diego) -- New federal funding will support four critical stormwater infrastructure projects in the City of San Diego, including drainage improvements along Beta Street in ...

The Grossmont Union High School District (GUHSD) Board of Trustees on January 19 voted 3-2 to pass a resolution to establish new guidelines for responding to federal enforcement on campuses. This ...

The Grossmont Union High School District (GUHSD) Board of Trustees on January 19 voted 3-2 to pass a resolution to establish new guidelines for responding to federal enforcement on campuses. This ...

A reminder about influenza (or the flu): its symptoms include, but are not limited to fever, headache, cough, sore throat, muscle aches, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (more common in ...