San Diego County Programs Win State Honors
Sep. 10, 2015 | 1:54 PMReading Time: 3 minutes
The California Association of Counties recognized seven County programs including one that took its highest award.
Stories by Yvette Urrea Moe
County Fire Mapper Brings Expertise to California Firefights
Sep. 9, 2015 | 3:19 PMReading Time: 4 minutes
San Diego County Fire Authority Fire GIS Specialist Matt Turner played a critical role during the Rocky and Jerusalem wildfires last month.
Spike in Fatal DUIs Draws Concern, Increased Crackdown from Law Enforcement
Sep. 1, 2015 | 5:40 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
Don’t be caught driving drunk or drugged heading into the Labor Day weekend. Law enforcement leaders said there have been too many DUI-related deaths and injuries over the summer.
Now’s the Time to Be Ready for Any Disaster
Sep. 1, 2015 | 10:04 AMReading Time: 2 minutes
Are your family and neighbors equipped to safely respond to and recover from a disaster? If not, do something about it this month and encourage others to do the same.
Thousands of San Diegans Register for Life-Saving Apps
Aug. 25, 2015 | 11:58 AMReading Time: 3 minutes
San Diegans are encouraged to get trained in CPR, learn how to use AEDs, and sign up to receive the free PulsePoint alerts and respond if needed.
Program Brings Victims, Offenders Face-to-Face
Aug. 20, 2015 | 5:28 PMReading Time: 4 minutes
A pilot program bringing young offenders face-to-face with their victims is showing success as an alternative to the traditional juvenile justice system.
County Offers Emergency Information in Spanish, American Sign Language
Aug. 17, 2015 | 12:00 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
The County’s emergency app, which provides preparedness tips, emergency updates and recovery information, is now available in Spanish. Download or update the app today.