San Diego County / Southern California

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Escondido Councilman John Masson Dies

Escondido — Escondido City Councilman John Masson, 55, who had served on the council since 2012, passed away Tuesday evening after a lengthy battle with cancer. “I had the great honor to serve with John Masson on the City Council,” said former Mayor Sam Abed. “He was a great leader, a man of faith, who […]

Scattered Showers, Flash Flood Watch in San Diego Forecast for Thursday

More rain showers are expected Thursday throughout San Diego County and there is a chance of thunderstorms Thursday afternoon in the mountains and deserts. The National Weather Service issued a flash flood watch from noon Thursday through Thursday evening in the mountains and deserts. The low-pressure system making its way inland is expected to produce […]

Escondido City Councilmember John Masson Dies

Flags are at half-staff over city facilities this week as the City of Escondido mourns the passing of city councilmember John Masson, who died Tuesday night of cancer.  They will remain at half-staff until Mr. Masson is interred. The city released the following statement Wednesday afternoon:  “The Escondido City Council is saddened to announce the passing […]

Sweetwater Authority Displays Winning Photos at Board Reception

Ten South Bay area high school students will be honored for their winning photos at today’s Sweetwater Authority Governing Board meeting. Nearly 100 students from Sweetwater’s service area entered its annual water photo contest, which challenges students to showcase the importance of water in everyday life through photography. Students submitted photos in two categories. The […]