New tool makes applying for benefits faster and easier
By Cassie N. Saunders, County of San Diego Communications Office (San Diego) – A new BenefitsCal feature called Truv now helps CalFresh, CalWORKs, Medi-Cal and County General Relief applicants save time, reduce paperwork and avoid mailing costs. The tool launched July 20, 2026, and verifies income a
Santee attains “Fire Risk Reduction Community” status
East County News Service (Santee) — The City of Santee has been designated a Fire Risk Reduction Community, recognizing local efforts to reduce wildfire risk and improve community resilience. Why does this matter? California regulations require insurance companies to consider a community’s Fire Risk
Male body and deceased dog found inside burning El Cajon home
East County News Service (El Cajon) – Heartland Fire & Rescue crews responded to a residential fire at 1433 Melody Lane in El Cajon on August 22 at 1:56 a.m., where they found the front of the home fully involved in flames. They entered the home in emergency rescue mode, due to a report of a possib
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