Health

Squirrel Tests Positive for Plague Near Palomar Mountain

| 1:44 PM

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A ground squirrel trapped in routine monitoring at the Cedar Grove Campground on Palomar Mountain has tested positive for plague and County officials are reminding campers and hikers to stay away from animals in the wild.

Government

Board of Supervisors Approve Fallbrook Road Improvements

| 2:31 PM

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San Diego County Supervisors unanimously approved two projects Wednesday expected to spend roughly $2.5 million to ease traffic on two of Fallbrook’s busiest roads and make it safer for drivers, pedestrians, bike riders, parents and students at two schools.

Health

County Opens Zika Outreach Campaign

| 12:20 PM

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The County of San Diego is taking to TV, radio and even freeway billboards to remind the public that the Zika virus is still a threat here — especially to pregnant women, couples thinking about pregnancy, travelers, their families and neighbors.

Consumer

Rains Possible, Free Sandbags Available

| 9:46 AM

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The heat is still on, but the National Weather Service says we might see heavy rains, winds and thunderstorms this weekend, mainly on Sunday. That means it’s time for free sandbags!