Bonds are failing in rural, small and East County school districts but succeeding for larger, urban and suburban districts with more property wealth.

In the aftermath of the “Garden Fire,” residents in the surrounding area are recognizing the importance of being prepared for emergencies.

Firefighters have gained 75% containment on a vegetation fire dubbed the "Resort Fire" by Saturday morning, which began burning in East County on Friday afternoon. The fire had burned about 25 acres, ...