ENCINITAS–An Amtrak train fatally struck a pedestrian on Wednesday after he walked into the middle of the railroad tracks, San Diego Sheriff’s Department said. The collision occurred just before 8 p.m. on the railroad tracks near Mile Post Marker 238.4 in Encinitas. A southbound Amtrak Train was traveling at approximately 57 miles per hour when […]
San Diego Announces Behavioral Wellness Treatment Programs For First Responders
SAN DIEGO–As part of an effort to expand behavioral wellness services for first responders, the City of San Diego Risk Management, Fire-Rescue and Police departments Wednesday announced a new program with Cigna. This program allows firefighters, police officers, lifeguards, dispatchers and other civilian employees to easily access treatment options. “Cigna has contracted with several facilities […]
East County Youth Coalition Partners With Pharmacies
The East County Youth Coalition (ECYC) students from Mt. Miguel High School are promoting the April 27 National Prescription Drug Take Back Day by partnering with local East County pharmacies in an effort to reduce access to dangerous and sometimes deadly prescription drugs. “Once we heard about all the tragic deaths because of opioids, we […]
Department Of Environment Health Issues Boil Water Advisory
SAN DIEGO–The County of San Diego, Department of Environmental Health has issued a precautionary Boil Water advisory for the Rancho Corrido RV Resort water system located at Pauma Valley. The water system serves drinking water to 100 RV spaces, 20 mobile homes, manager residence, laundry room, public pool with restrooms, 130 campsites and an office. […]
Del Mar Jimmy Durante Boulevard Remains Closed After Bluff Collapse
DEL MAR–Northbound Jimmy Durante Boulevard in Del Mar will remain closed to vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians after inspections by geotechnical engineers on Wednesday concluded that a bluff remains unstable after failing on April 21. The westward movement of soil and vegetation means that northbound Jimmy Durante Boulevard between Luzon Avenue and David Way will remain […]
SANDAG Unveils Pit Stops For Bike To Work Day
SAN DIEGO–The 29th annual SANDAG Bike to Work Day, celebrated throughout the San Diego region, will fall on May 16. The 6 to 9 a.m. regional event has been hosted by SANDAG for decades to promote commuting to work by bike as a fun, environmentally friendly, and cost-saving alternative to driving. Visit the 2019 SANDAG […]
Dog Rescued Out Of A Ravine Adopted By Family
SAN DIEGO–A dog who was rescued after she was trapped between boulders in Valley Center is now settling into her new home in Vista. Rocksann was adopted Tuesday from the County shelter in Carlsbad. County Animal Services says the German shepherd mix was probably chasing a rabbit or a squirrel when she got her head […]
New Happy Tales Reading Program Launch At Rancho Coastal Humane Society
ENCINITAS–Tails will be wagging this Friday afternoon thanks to the new Happy Tales reading program at Rancho Coastal Humane Society. Once each month children ages 6 to 12 read to the adoptable dogs, cats and rabbits at the shelter. The results are amazing for the children as well as the animals. RCHS Humane Educator Lizzie […]
Man Attempts To Lure Juvenile Into His Vehicle
SANTEE–Sheriff’s deputies are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man who attempted to lure a juvenile into his vehicle on March 28 in Santee. The incident was reported about 6 p.m. in the 8000 block of Poplin Drive. A 9-year-old girl told detectives she was riding her bicycle when a man pulled up […]
To Impeach or Not To Impeach: The Political Impasse Facing Democrats
By Danny R. Johnson – Washington, DC Correspondent WASHINGTON, DC – The release this past Thursday of a redacted version of the original Robert Mueller Special Counsel Report by Attorney General William Barr has concluded he can neither charge nor clear President Donald Trump. Only Congress can now resolve the allegations against him, which sets […]