Firefighters poured streams of water on flames that appeared to engulf almost all of the massive structure. Source: CBS 8 New feed
La Mesa California
National Guards can act as a deterrent, to prevent the type of violence that destroyed much of La Mesa’s quaint downtown, said retired Marine Lt. Colonel Hal Kempfer Source: CBS 8 New feed
The league announced its return to play will be conducted in strict alignment with all local and state public health guidelines. Source: CBS 8 New feed
Temps cooler and stronger marine layer through Saturday. Light rain is possible through Saturday morning. Strong wind gusts on the east side of the mountains. Source: CBS 8 New feed
“Since we can’t be sure who is contagious, people should get tested even if they’re asymptomatic, said Wilma Wooten, M.D., M.P.H., County public health officer. Source: CBS 8 New feed
Just in the last nine days, a nationwide movement has already sparked change in San Diego. Source: CBS 8 New feed
LA MESA, Calif. – The decision to deploy 200 National Guard troops to San Diego County this week is being met with mixed reactions as some say they’re needed while others argue their presence in local municipalities sends the wrong message. “I think it’s great,” La Mesa business owner Janelle…
LA MESA, Calif. — A recovery fund intended to help East County businesses repair damages from a Saturday riot in La Mesa has drawn more than $160,000 in donations. The community continues to pull together this week after last weekend’s protests turned violent, leaving dozens of businesses looted and vandalized.…
Mayor Faulconer will remind the public that the last of three virtual community meetings he called for this week will be held Thursday night. Source: CBS 8 New feed
25-year-old Rey Estrada-Silva of La Mesa was arrested Monday on suspicion of looting Play It Again Sports Store located on University Ave. during Saturday’s riot. Source: CBS 8 New feed
San Diego leaders announced they would pursue legislation controlling the sometimes deadly projectiles. Source: CBS 8 New feed
Protests Thursday in San Diego County include include Chula Vista, downtown San Diego marching to North Park, Julian, and Oceanside. Source: CBS 8 New feed
28-year-old Ashley Rene Williams was arrested Thursday on four counts of murder and four counts of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated. Source: CBS 8 New feed
An excessive heat warning will last until 7 p.m. Thursday in the deserts, according to the National Weather Service. Source: CBS 8 New feed
In both the body camera footage and a video on social media, the officer can be seen pushing Johnson into a seated position, with both men arguing. Source: CBS 8 New feed
“I am stopping the use of the carotid restraint by my deputies effective immediately,” a statement from Gore read in part. Source: CBS 8 New feed
“I am stopping the use of the carotid restraint by my deputies effective immediately,” a statement from Gore read in part. Source: CBS 8 New feed
Officials will also discuss the protests and ensuing unrest over the weekend in the city. Source: CBS 8 New feed
Officials discussed a letter to Gov. Gavin Newsom to request more local control for opening and managing several Stage 3 businesses and activities. Source: CBS 8 New feed
No one representing the City of La Mesa was present at the briefing at the request of Mayor Mark Arapostathis, according to activist Rev. Shane Harris. Source: CBS 8 New feed
