Sunday, April 19, 2026
We translate the biggest stories in America into what they actually mean for Santee residents — your wallet, your commute, your home.
SDG&E customers in Santee should see a $32.58 natural gas credit on April bills through the California Climate Credit program. A larger electric credit could shift to late summer if state regulators approve a change later this month.
Read the breakdown →The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has for the first time proposed including microplastics and pharmaceuticals on a list of drinking water contaminants, a move that could impact future water quality standards for East County residents served by districts including Helix Water District and Padre Dam Municipal Water District.
Read the breakdown →The USS George H.W. Bush departed Norfolk Tuesday for the Middle East, joining a massive troop buildup that includes 2,500 Marines deploying from California. Trump claims Iran wants a ceasefire, but fighting continues.
Read the breakdown →Santee residents have until April 20 to weigh in on the city's draft Land Use Element update and its environmental review. The documents will help shape how the city plans growth, housing and development in the years ahead.
By Santee Pulse Staff
Sheriff's deputies say a Santee business owner was arrested after a standoff at a Rockville Street suite where investigators found a handgun and shell casings. The case unfolded near North Magnolia Avenue and led to SWAT serving a search warrant later that morning.
By Santee Pulse Staff
La Mesa just joined the growing list of San Diego County cities using a new state pilot program to crack down on unsafe e-bike riding. The vote matters in Santee too, where local leaders have already moved on similar restrictions and regional enforcement is clearly picking up.
By Santee Pulse Staff
The El Cajon campus that serves Santee, La Mesa and El Cajon took in four rescue dogs Friday even as San Diego Humane Society says its shelters remain critically over capacity. The transfer underscores how stretched local animal services are heading into the spring adoption season.
By Santee Pulse Staff
A water recycling facility that helped serve Santee for more than 50 years has been decommissioned at Santee Lakes. Padre Dam says its replacement, the East County Advanced Water Purification Program, is expected to begin producing purified water later this year.
By Santee Pulse Staff
Santee Land Use Update Public Comment Window Closes April 20
View all →Public SafetyEast County's First Crisis Stabilization Unit Opens Monday in El Cajon
View all →BusinessLantern Crest Plans Public Pickleball Court Opening and Barbecue in Santee
View all →CommunityLakeside Senior Dog Rescue Hosting Canine Carnival and Sleepover This Weekend
View all →DevelopmentPadre Dam Retires Historic Recycling Plant as Santee Water Project Nears Launch
View all →Local ImpactSDG&E April Climate Credit Brings Relief for Santee Customers, Bigger Electric Credit Could Come Later
View all →El Cajon City Council Approves New Downtown Parking Structure
East County Magazine · 63d ago
La Mesa Village Association Plans Spring Wine Walk for March
Patch · 63d ago
Lakeside Man Arrested After High-Speed Chase on I-8
San Diego Union-Tribune · 64d ago
Alpine Fire District Seeks Volunteers for Wildfire Preparedness Program
East County Magazine · 64d ago
Ramona Unified School District Budget Shortfall Prompts Emergency Meeting
Ramona Sentinel · 64d ago
New Urgent Care Clinic Opens in Spring Valley Plaza
Patch · 65d ago
El Cajon Police Investigate String of Catalytic Converter Thefts
San Diego Union-Tribune · 65d ago
La Mesa Considers Rent Stabilization Ordinance for Older Apartments
East County Magazine · 65d ago
Lakeside Rodeo Grounds to Host Vintage Car Show in April
Patch · 66d ago
Alpine Creek Town Center Adds Three New Retail Tenants
East County Magazine · 66d ago
Spring Valley Residents Push Back on Proposed Warehouse Project
San Diego Union-Tribune · 66d ago
Ramona Grasslands Preserve Trail Reopens After Storm Damage Repairs
Ramona Sentinel · 67d ago
El Cajon Transit Center to Get $6M Accessibility Upgrade
East County Magazine · 67d ago
Lakeside Planning Group Reviews 48-Unit Housing Proposal on Maine Ave
Patch · 67d ago
La Mesa Craft Beer Festival Returns to Downtown May 3rd
San Diego Union-Tribune · 68d ago
Two Injured in Multi-Vehicle Collision on Jamacha Road in Spring Valley
East County Magazine · 68d ago
Ramona Community Planning Group Debates Solar Farm Proposal
Ramona Sentinel · 69d ago
Alpine Library to Expand Hours Starting March 1
San Diego Union-Tribune · 69d ago
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