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September 13, 2022 at 4:11 PM

Library Laptops Help Bridge the Digital Divide

Library Laptops Help Bridge the Digital Divide Library Laptops Help Bridge the Digital Divide 09/13/2022 08:48 AM PDT San Diego County?s 33 branch libraries have added something new to the books, movies, and music they lend to the public ? 7,000 sets of Chromebook computers and hotspots t…
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September 10, 2022 at 12:11 AM

VIDEO: Rosecrans Bridge Shelter Ready To Open

VIDEO: Rosecrans Bridge Shelter Ready To Open VIDEO: Rosecrans Bridge Shelter Ready To Open 09/09/2022 04:38 PM PDT A brand-new shelter in the Midway District will soon provide a safe place to stay for as many as 150 people experiencing homelessness.More Update your subscriptions, mo…
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September 9, 2022 at 12:10 AM

New COVID-19 Boosters That Target Multiple Strains Now Available

New COVID-19 Boosters That Target Multiple Strains Now Available New COVID-19 Boosters That Target Multiple Strains Now Available 09/08/2022 04:57 PM PDT The new COVID-19 bivalent boosters have arrived in San Diego County and limited supplies are now available at vaccination locations acr…
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September 8, 2022 at 11:11 PM

Adopt or Foster a Dog/Pet and Give Your Life a Higher Purpose

Adopt or Foster a Dog/Pet and Give Your Life a Higher Purpose Adopt or Foster a Dog/Pet and Give Your Life a Higher Purpose 09/08/2022 03:46 PM PDT It?s raining doggies at the San Diego County Department of Animal Services. In August, a national Clear the Shelters campaign resulted in 142…
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September 8, 2022 at 10:10 PM

VIDEO: Suicide Prevention Council’s Report to the Community 2022

VIDEO: Suicide Prevention Council?s Report to the Community 2022 VIDEO: Suicide Prevention Council?s Report to the Community 2022 09/08/2022 03:04 PM PDT The number of San Diego deaths by suicide continue to decline for the fourth year in a row, according to a new annual report by the San…
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September 8, 2022 at 6:11 PM

Poll Workers Needed for Nov. 8 General Election

Poll Workers Needed for Nov. 8 General Election Poll Workers Needed for Nov. 8 General Election 09/08/2022 10:16 AM PDT The Registrar of Voters is seeking poll workers for the Nov. 8 Statewide General Election. Poll workers play an essential role in elections and can serve their community…
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September 7, 2022 at 8:11 PM

Hurricane Could Bring Significant Rain; Get Sandbags from County, CAL FIRE

Hurricane Could Bring Significant Rain; Get Sandbags from County, CAL FIRE Hurricane Could Bring Significant Rain; Get Sandbags from County, CAL FIRE 09/07/2022 12:44 PM PDT Weather forecasters say a hurricane off the coast of Mexico could indirectly bring high winds with potentially heav…
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September 7, 2022 at 4:11 PM

Emergency Alert Tests Scheduled in San Diego County

Emergency Alert Tests Scheduled in San Diego County Emergency Alert Tests Scheduled in San Diego County 09/07/2022 08:56 AM PDT The County Office of Emergency Services and the City of Chula Vista will be testing the Wireless Emergency Alert system next week.More Update your subscript…
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September 6, 2022 at 8:11 PM

Stay Cool in the Ongoing Heat Wave

Stay Cool in the Ongoing Heat Wave Stay Cool in the Ongoing Heat Wave 09/06/2022 12:51 PM PDT The hot temperatures are here to stay for a few more days and the County is reminding San Diegans that close to 100 Cool Zones are available throughout the region.More Update your subscripti…
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September 2, 2022 at 11:11 PM

Stay Cool This Holiday Weekend and Out of the ER

Stay Cool This Holiday Weekend and Out of the ER Stay Cool This Holiday Weekend and Out of the ER 09/02/2022 03:58 PM PDT Extreme heat is expected at the coast and inland valleys of San Diego County this Labor Day weekend and into early next week. The National Weather Service in San Diego…
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September 2, 2022 at 2:11 AM

New COVID-19 Boosters That Target Multiple Strains Expected To Be Available Next Week

New COVID-19 Boosters That Target Multiple Strains Expected To Be Available Next Week New COVID-19 Boosters That Target Multiple Strains Expected To Be Available Next Week 09/01/2022 06:44 PM PDT The County of San Diego anticipates receiving the new COVID-19 bivalent boosters early next w…
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September 2, 2022 at 12:10 AM

County Urges People to Take Emergency Precautions Before Disaster Strikes

County Urges People to Take Emergency Precautions Before Disaster Strikes County Urges People to Take Emergency Precautions Before Disaster Strikes 09/01/2022 05:08 PM PDT County officials urged people to take emergency precautions before disaster strikes during an update on the Border 32…
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September 1, 2022 at 10:11 PM

Tuberculosis Case Reported In Transit Rider

Tuberculosis Case Reported In Transit Rider Tuberculosis Case Reported In Transit Rider 09/01/2022 02:25 PM PDT A passenger using the Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) has been diagnosed with infectious pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) according to San Diego County Health and Human Services Ag…
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August 31, 2022 at 10:10 PM

VIDEO: International Overdose Awareness Day

VIDEO: International Overdose Awareness Day VIDEO: International Overdose Awareness Day 08/31/2022 02:26 PM PDT More than 1,300 purple flags lined the lawn of the County Administration building today to commemorate International Overdose Awareness Day. Each flag represents a life lost in …
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August 31, 2022 at 6:10 PM

Nearly 380 Guns Off Streets and Exchanged For Gift Cards

Nearly 380 Guns Off Streets and Exchanged For Gift Cards Nearly 380 Guns Off Streets and Exchanged For Gift Cards 08/31/2022 10:49 AM PDT A gun for gift cards event by the Sheriff?s Department, District Attorney?s Office, City of Vista, Oceanside Police, Carlsbad Police and North Coastal …
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August 31, 2022 at 12:10 AM

County’s Homeless Solutions and Equitable Communities Gives Board Update

County?s Homeless Solutions and Equitable Communities Gives Board Update County?s Homeless Solutions and Equitable Communities Gives Board Update 08/30/2022 04:39 PM PDT A new County department reported Tuesday that in its first year it secured $30 million to address homelessness; provide…
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August 30, 2022 at 11:11 PM

County Offices to Close for Labor Day Holiday

County Offices to Close for Labor Day Holiday County Offices to Close for Labor Day Holiday 08/30/2022 04:05 PM PDT All public San Diego County offices, family resource centers, libraries and animal shelters will be closed Monday, Sept. 5 for Labor Day.More Update your subscriptions,…
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August 30, 2022 at 11:11 PM

How to Stay Cool in the Prolonged Heat Wave

How to Stay Cool in the Prolonged Heat Wave How to Stay Cool in the Prolonged Heat Wave 08/30/2022 03:33 PM PDT Higher than normal temperatures building through the week are expected at the coast and inland valleys of San Diego County starting Tuesday through the holiday weekend.More …
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August 30, 2022 at 10:10 PM

Exercise Safety Precautions for High Fire Danger

Exercise Safety Precautions for High Fire Danger Exercise Safety Precautions for High Fire Danger 08/30/2022 02:37 PM PDT The National Weather Services has issued a prolonged heat wave through Labor Day and that creates an elevated fire risk.More Update your subscriptions, modify you…
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August 29, 2022 at 10:11 PM

Two County-Sponsored Mpox Vaccination Events This Week

Two County-Sponsored Mpox Vaccination Events This Week Two County-Sponsored Mpox Vaccination Events This Week 08/29/2022 02:14 PM PDT The County of San Diego is holding two Mpox (Jynneos) vaccination events this week in the South County in addition to providing 250 vaccinations throughout…
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August 26, 2022 at 1:11 AM

COVID-19 Vaccines Recommended for Students Going Back to School

COVID-19 Vaccines Recommended for Students Going Back to School COVID-19 Vaccines Recommended for Students Going Back to School 08/25/2022 05:40 PM PDT Local students are back or will soon be heading back to school, and County health officials are encouraging parents to make sure they get…
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August 24, 2022 at 6:11 PM

IMAGE: Mexican Fruit Fly Quarantine Declared in Valley Center

IMAGE: Mexican Fruit Fly Quarantine Declared in Valley Center IMAGE: Mexican Fruit Fly Quarantine Declared in Valley Center 08/23/2022 02:35 PM PDT The California Department of Food and Agriculture declared a 77 square mile quarantine covering  Valley Center and surrounding areas today af…
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August 23, 2022 at 11:11 PM

VIDEO: Behavioral Health Workforce Symposium Addresses Lack of Qualified Workers

VIDEO: Behavioral Health Workforce Symposium Addresses Lack of Qualified Workers VIDEO: Behavioral Health Workforce Symposium Addresses Lack of Qualified Workers 08/23/2022 04:06 PM PDT A new report presented to the County of San Diego by the San Diego Workforce Partnership found far fewe…
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August 23, 2022 at 1:11 AM

County Distributing More Than 700 Vials Of Mpox Vaccine

County Distributing More Than 700 Vials Of Mpox Vaccine County Distributing More Than 700 Vials Of Mpox Vaccine 08/22/2022 05:56 PM PDT The County of San Diego is distributing 705 vials of Mpox (monkeypox) vaccine this week to healthcare providers around the region.More Update your s…
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August 18, 2022 at 11:11 PM

Novavax Offers More Traditional COVID-19 Vaccine Option

Novavax Offers More Traditional COVID-19 Vaccine Option Novavax Offers More Traditional COVID-19 Vaccine Option 08/18/2022 04:01 PM PDT San Diegans now have a more traditional option when it comes to COVID-19 vaccines. The protein-based Novavax COVID-19 vaccine is widely available across …
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August 17, 2022 at 12:10 AM

Board Paves Way for New Investments into Mental Health Resources

Board Paves Way for New Investments into Mental Health Resources Board Paves Way for New Investments into Mental Health Resources 08/16/2022 04:51 PM PDT The County Board of Supervisors today voted unanimously to accept two grants that will allow the County to make significant investments…
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August 16, 2022 at 5:02 PM

San Diego County Monkeypox Planning and Response Efforts

San Diego County Monkeypox Planning and Response Efforts   The County of San Diego’s Planning & Development Services would like to share the attached communication from the County’s Public Health Officer, Dr. Wilma Wooten, regarding San Diego County Monkeypox Planning and Respons…
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August 12, 2022 at 4:11 PM

Postcards Go Out to Registered Voters

Postcards Go Out to Registered Voters Postcards Go Out to Registered Voters 08/12/2022 08:56 AM PDT The Registrar of Voters has mailed over 1.9 million postcards to registered voters in San Diego County listing voting options for the Nov. 8, 2022, Statewide General Election.More Upda…
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August 12, 2022 at 12:11 AM

COVID-19 Treatment, Novavax Vaccine Available in San Diego

COVID-19 Treatment, Novavax Vaccine Available in San Diego COVID-19 Treatment, Novavax Vaccine Available in San Diego 08/11/2022 04:48 PM PDT Antiviral pills and monoclonal antibodies should be given within days after the onset of symptoms to be effective.More Update your subscriptio…
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August 12, 2022 at 12:11 AM

All San Diego Emergency Departments Now Officially Senior-friendly

All San Diego Emergency Departments Now Officially Senior-friendly All San Diego Emergency Departments Now Officially Senior-friendly 08/11/2022 04:31 PM PDT Officials from the County?s Health and Human Services Agency, local hospitals and healthcare agencies gathered Thursday to celebrat…
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August 11, 2022 at 1:11 AM

County opens first Safe Parking Site for Homeless in East County

County opens first Safe Parking Site for Homeless in East County County opens first Safe Parking Site for Homeless in East County 08/10/2022 06:08 PM PDT A new overnight option has opened for people experiencing homelessness in East County. The safe parking lot is designed to help persons…
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August 11, 2022 at 12:10 AM

County Launches Experience the Outdoors Program

County Launches Experience the Outdoors Program County Launches Experience the Outdoors Program 08/10/2022 04:13 PM PDT County Board of Supervisors Chair Nathan Fletcher, parks officials and others officially kicked off ?Experience the Outdoors,? Wednesday, a campaign to give more San Die…
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August 9, 2022 at 11:10 PM

Monkeypox Vaccine: Who Is Eligible & Where They Can Get Vaccinated

Monkeypox Vaccine: Who Is Eligible & Where They Can Get Vaccinated Monkeypox Vaccine: Who Is Eligible & Where They Can Get Vaccinated 08/08/2022 07:30 PM PDT The global monkeypox outbreak is occurring primarily in the gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men. For the gene…
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August 9, 2022 at 7:10 PM

County To Host Virtual Monkeypox Townhall

County To Host Virtual Monkeypox Townhall County To Host Virtual Monkeypox Townhall 08/09/2022 11:25 AM PDT San Diegans are invited to learn about monkeypox, the risks, and the County?s response to the local health emergency at a virtual monkeypox townhall from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thur…
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August 9, 2022 at 3:10 AM

Monkeypox Vaccine: Where to Get It

Monkeypox Vaccine: Where to Get It Monkeypox Vaccine: Where to Get It 08/08/2022 07:12 PM PDT The supply of monkeypox vaccines continues to be low compared to demand nationwide. However, the region does continue to receive its allocation of monkeypox vaccine from the California Department…
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August 6, 2022 at 1:10 AM

County Adds Hefty Air Asset to Firefighting Capabilities

County Adds Hefty Air Asset to Firefighting Capabilities County Adds Hefty Air Asset to Firefighting Capabilities 08/05/2022 05:23 PM PDT CAL FIRE San Diego acquired an exclusive-use SIKORSKY CH-54A Type 1 helicopter to add to the region?s resources in the event of a wildfire.More Up…
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August 5, 2022 at 7:10 PM

VIDEO: East County Safe Parking Lot for Homeless Set to Open

VIDEO: East County Safe Parking Lot for Homeless Set to Open VIDEO: East County Safe Parking Lot for Homeless Set to Open 08/05/2022 11:59 AM PDT For years, a freeway underpass in unincorporated East County has been home to dozens of people experiencing homelessness. Now, thanks to outrea…
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August 5, 2022 at 1:10 AM

San Diego County Remains in High-Risk COVID Level

San Diego County Remains in High-Risk COVID Level San Diego County Remains in High-Risk COVID Level 08/04/2022 05:58 PM PDT COVID-19 activity remains high in the region, the County Health and Human Services Agency reported today.More Update your subscriptions, modify your password or…
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August 5, 2022 at 12:10 AM

Pet Adoption Fees Waived for Clear the Shelters through August

Pet Adoption Fees Waived for Clear the Shelters through August Pet Adoption Fees Waived for Clear the Shelters through August 08/04/2022 04:33 PM PDT Your new best friend is waiting for you in one of our two County animal shelters in Bonita or Carlsbad.More Update your subscriptions,…
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August 4, 2022 at 10:10 PM

Backpacks and School Supplies Giveaway at Super Saturday Event

Backpacks and School Supplies Giveaway at Super Saturday Event Backpacks and School Supplies Giveaway at Super Saturday Event 08/04/2022 02:12 PM PDT Child Support Services is holding a Super Saturday event from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Aug. 13 to giveaway hundreds of backpacks filled with schoo…
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August 3, 2022 at 1:10 AM

County Declares Monkeypox Local Health Emergency

County Declares Monkeypox Local Health Emergency County Declares Monkeypox Local Health Emergency 08/02/2022 05:11 PM PDT The action does not indicate that San Diegans are at higher risk of contracting the virus, but it is meant to reassure the public that local health authorities are pro…
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August 3, 2022 at 12:10 AM

VIDEO: County Declares Monkeypox Local Health Emergency

VIDEO: County Declares Monkeypox Local Health Emergency VIDEO: County Declares Monkeypox Local Health Emergency 08/02/2022 04:42 PM PDT The County public health officer today issued a local health emergency to respond to monkeypox in the San Diego region. She is joined by other County hea…
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August 2, 2022 at 11:10 PM

Ramona Fire Adds Crews and Resources in Transfer

Ramona Fire Adds Crews and Resources in Transfer Ramona Fire Adds Crews and Resources in Transfer 08/02/2022 03:32 PM PDT San Diego County Fire has accepted a transfer of responsibility for fire protection and emergency medical services in Ramona.  The deal benefits the community, the Ram…
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August 2, 2022 at 10:11 PM

County Health Officials Report Love Your Heart Screened More Than 46,000 People

County Health Officials Report Love Your Heart Screened More Than 46,000 People County Health Officials Report Love Your Heart Screened More Than 46,000 People 08/02/2022 03:02 PM PDT The County's new Love Your Heart report shows the February blood-pressure screening campaign alerted 473 …
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August 1, 2022 at 11:10 PM

Officials Laud Local Icon Williams for Historic Contributions to San Diego County

Officials Laud Local Icon Williams for Historic Contributions to San Diego County Officials Laud Local Icon Williams for Historic Contributions to San Diego County 08/01/2022 03:40 PM PDT Local elected officials and community leaders honored longtime political and equal rights leader Leon…
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August 1, 2022 at 4:11 PM

County Expands Support for People Leaving Jail and Returning to Their Communities

County Expands Support for People Leaving Jail and Returning to Their Communities County Expands Support for People Leaving Jail and Returning to Their Communities 08/01/2022 09:04 AM PDT The County of San Diego was awarded $6 million in Proposition 47 grant funding that will be used to h…
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July 29, 2022 at 4:10 PM

County Launches Monkeypox Text Message Alert System

County Launches Monkeypox Text Message Alert System County Launches Monkeypox Text Message Alert System 07/29/2022 08:46 AM PDT The system allows County health officials to send real-time information about monkeypox in the region. To sign up to receive the messages, text COSD MONKEYPOX to…
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July 29, 2022 at 12:10 AM

New COVID-19 Vaccine to Be Available for San Diego Adults

New COVID-19 Vaccine to Be Available for San Diego Adults New COVID-19 Vaccine to Be Available for San Diego Adults 07/28/2022 04:39 PM PDT San Diego County adults looking for a more traditional vaccine against COVID-19 will soon be able to get Novavax, the County Health and Human Service…
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July 28, 2022 at 10:11 PM

County Getting Ready to Install Naloxone Vending Machines

County Getting Ready to Install Naloxone Vending Machines County Getting Ready to Install Naloxone Vending Machines 07/28/2022 02:27 PM PDT The County of San Diego is readying a new tool to help fight the growing number of opioid overdoses in the region.More Update your subscriptions…
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July 28, 2022 at 12:11 AM

It’s VAX to school time!

It?s VAX to school time! It?s VAX to school time! 07/27/2022 04:22 PM PDT The start of August means summer break is coming to an end, and it is time to get the kids ready to go back to school.More Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscription…